3-Day Gorilla & Golden Monkey Trekking in Rwanda

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Pickup from Kigali, Genocide Memorial &Transfer to Musanze

Our safari begins with a warm pickup from the airport or your hotel in Kigali by a professional driver-guide. You will start with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, offering a powerful insight into Rwanda’s history and resilience. This experience provides meaningful context to the country’s remarkable transformation and unity today.

After the visit, you will embark on a scenic drive to Musanze, passing through Rwanda’s beautiful rolling hills and countryside. The journey takes approximately 2–3 hours and offers stunning views of terraced farms and distant volcanic peaks.

Upon arrival in Musanze, check in at your lodge near Volcanoes National Park. Spend the evening relaxing in the cool mountain atmosphere, enjoying dinner, and preparing for the next day’s unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August (It is drier and hiking is easier)

High Season June to September (Permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Volcanoes NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

ElephantRare

BuffaloRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Classic Resort Lodge

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Gorilla trekking-Iby'lwacu cultural experience

After an early breakfast, transfer to the headquarters of Volcanoes National Park for a briefing by park rangers. You will be assigned a gorilla family and guided on trekking rules before heading into the dense rainforest.

The gorilla trek can take between 2 to 6 hours depending on the location of the gorillas. As you hike through bamboo forests and misty slopes, experienced trackers will lead you to a habituated gorilla family. Once found, you will spend one magical hour observing them—watching their behavior, interactions, and movements in their natural habitat. This close encounter is emotional, powerful, and truly unforgettable.

After the trek, return to the lodge for relaxation or lunch. In the afternoon, visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village for a cultural experience. Here, you will engage with the local community, enjoy traditional dances, and learn about Rwanda’s heritage and way of life. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Classic Resort Lodge

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Golden Monkey Trekking – Transfer to Kigali

After breakfast, return to Volcanoes National Park for golden monkey trekking. These playful and energetic primates are a delight to watch as they leap through the bamboo forests. The trek is generally shorter and less strenuous compared to gorilla trekking, making it a perfect complement to the previous day’s adventure.

Spend time observing the golden monkeys as they feed, play, and move quickly through the forest, offering excellent photography opportunities. After the trek, return to the lodge for refreshment before beginning your journey back to Kigali.

Enjoy a scenic drive through Rwanda’s countryside, arriving in Kigali in the afternoon or evening. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your incredible 3-day primate safari experience.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.