4-Day Gorilla Trek & Golden Monkey Safari

• 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, meet your professional safari guide and embark on a brief city tour covering key landmarks including the Kigali Genocide Memorial and local craft markets. Thereafter, drive north through Rwanda's picturesque countryside to Volcanoes National Park, arriving in time to relax and enjoy the mountain scenery.

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:

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Trekking Adventure

After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing before setting off into the rainforest in search of a mountain gorilla family. Spend an unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge for relaxation and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Golden Monkey Trek & Twin Lakes Excursion

This morning, venture into the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park for an exciting golden monkey trekking experience. Later, visit the scenic Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo, where you will enjoy spectacular views of the Virunga Volcanoes and experience the daily life of local communities around the lakes.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Dian Fossey Experience & Departure

After breakfast, visit the Dian Fossey Museum to learn about the renowned primatologist's conservation work and the history of gorilla protection in Rwanda. Afterwards, drive back to Kigali with opportunities for souvenir shopping before being transferred to the airport for your departure.

Main Destination:

Dian Fossey's Grave (Highlight)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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