3-Day Luxury Gorilla Trek & Kigali City Tour

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

Arrival in Kigali – Guided Kigali City Tour – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Upon your arrival at Kigali International Airport or after breakfast at your hotel, you will be welcomed by your professional safari guide for a briefing before embarking on a guided Kigali City Tour. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about Rwanda's history and remarkable journey of reconciliation. Continue to the vibrant Kimironko Market, where you can experience local culture, browse handmade crafts, and interact with local vendors. If time allows, explore the renowned Inema Arts Center or enjoy a cup of Rwanda's world-famous coffee. After lunch, drive through Rwanda's picturesque countryside to Volcanoes National Park, passing rolling hills, tea plantations, and traditional villages. Upon arrival, check in to your luxury lodge and relax while enjoying stunning views of the Virunga Mountains. In the evening, your guide will brief you on the exciting mountain gorilla trekking experience awaiting you the following day.

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:

The Bishop's House

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

After an early breakfast, transfer to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters in Kinigi for registration and a briefing by park rangers. Learn about gorilla trekking guidelines before being assigned to a habituated gorilla family based on your fitness level. Accompanied by experienced guides, hike through lush bamboo forests and volcanic terrain in search of the endangered mountain gorillas. The trek can take between 1 and 6 hours, depending on the gorillas' location. Once found, spend a magical hour observing these gentle giants as they feed, play, and care for their young—an unforgettable wildlife experience. After the trek, return to the park headquarters to receive your Gorilla Trekking Certificate before heading back to your lodge for lunch and a relaxing afternoon, where you can unwind and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

The Bishop's House

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Kigali – Departure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast while admiring your final views of the breathtaking Virunga Mountains before checking out of your lodge. Begin your scenic drive back to Kigali, passing through Rwanda's rolling hills, picturesque villages, and lush countryside. Along the way, you may stop at local craft shops to purchase authentic handmade souvenirs, woven baskets, coffee, tea, and traditional artwork. If time permits, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before your guide transfers you to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight. As your unforgettable 3-Day Kigali City Tour & Mountain Gorilla Trek comes to an end, you'll leave Rwanda with lasting memories of its remarkable landscapes, rich culture, warm hospitality, and the once-in-a-lifetime experience of encountering endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

Main Destination:

Kigali International Airport (Kigali)

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.