3-Day Gorillas in the Mist - Rwanda

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

Arrival in Kigali & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Upon arrival in Kigali, you will be welcomed by your driver guide and introduced to the beautiful landscapes of Rwanda, often referred to as the “Land of a Thousand Hills”.

Depending on your arrival time, enjoy an optional Kigali city tour including visits to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local craft markets, or the Kandt National Museum before continuing north towards Musanze and Volcanoes National Park.

Along the journey, take in Rwanda’s rolling hills, rural villages, and scenic countryside. If time allows, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus by the Dian Fossey Fund for an introduction to gorilla conservation before arriving at your lodge later in the afternoon.

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:

Virunga Inn Resort & Spa

• Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

After an early breakfast, transfer to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for your gorilla trekking briefing. Here, park rangers will share important information about the trekking experience and mountain gorilla conservation before assigning groups and guides.

Begin your trek through the lush rainforest in search of one of Rwanda’s habituated gorilla families. The duration and difficulty of the trek can vary depending on the gorillas’ location, but the reward is extraordinary.

Once located, spend one unforgettable hour observing the gorillas in their natural habitat as they feed, interact, and move through the forest.

If time permits after the trek, there is an optional opportunity to visit the Gorilla Guardians Village and learn more about local Rwandan traditions and culture.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Virunga Inn Resort & Spa

• Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Golden Monkey Trekking & Return to Kigali

Today, return to Volcanoes National Park for your golden monkey trekking experience. These rare and energetic primates are known for their playful behaviour and vibrant golden-orange fur.

After the morning briefing, begin your trek through the bamboo forests of the Virunga region. Golden monkey trekking is generally less strenuous than gorilla trekking, offering excellent opportunities for photography and close-up wildlife encounters.

Following the trek, return to the lodge for lunch before departing for Kigali. Depending on your flight schedule, you may transfer directly to the airport or your hotel in Kigali.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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