$1,372 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Transfer from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
Transfer from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your Kigali hotel or airport by your Kafu Safaris guide. After a brief orientation, enjoy an optional Kigali city tour including the poignant Kigali Genocide Memorial, a moving tribute to Rwanda's resilience, and Caplaki Craft Village for local art. Depart north through Rwanda's breathtaking rolling hills to Musanze, gateway to Volcanoes National Park. The scenic drive offers sweeping views of the Virunga Massif's five towering volcanoes. Check into your budget-friendly lodge near the park and enjoy a delicious dinner. Your guide provides a briefing on tomorrow's golden monkey trekking experience, covering safety protocols and what to expect. Rest early, surrounded by cool mountain air and forest sounds, preparing for an exhilarating primate encounter.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Isange Paradise Resort
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes NP & Transfer to Bwindi
Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes NP & Transfer to Bwindi
Wake early to crisp mountain air and enjoy breakfast at your lodge. Transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing before entering the bamboo forest in search of rare golden monkeys. These striking primates, with vibrant golden-orange coats, are found only in the Virunga massif. Trek through dense bamboo, listening for rustling branches and high-pitched calls. Upon locating a troop, spend one precious hour observing their acrobatic leaps and playful social interactions—mothers grooming infants, juveniles tumbling, and alpha males watching vigilantly. Descend from the forest and return to the lodge for lunch and check-out. Begin the scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, crossing into Uganda at the Gatuna/Katuna border. The journey offers stunning views of terraced hills and rural life. Arrive at your Bwindi lodge in the evening, check in, and enjoy dinner while preparing for tomorrow's gorilla trek.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Bweza Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi & Return to Kigali
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi & Return to Kigali
Begin before dawn with an early breakfast and proceed to Bwindi's park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Assign trekking groups based on fitness levels and gorilla family locations. Enter the ancient, mist-shrouded forest, following skilled trackers through dense vegetation, climbing steep slopes, and pushing through thick undergrowth. The trek can last 2–6 hours depending on gorilla movement. When you locate a habituated family, enjoy one breathtaking hour with these majestic giants—witness silverback dominance, tender mothering, and playful juveniles. Capture unforgettable photos before descending. Return to the lodge for a hearty lunch and check-out. Begin the return journey to Kigali, crossing back into Rwanda at the border. Arrive in the evening and transfer to your Kigali hotel or the airport for your onward flight.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali (Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
