3-Day -Rwanda Gorilla and Golden Monkey Tour

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

Arrival at Kigali International Airport & Transfer to Volcanoes

Your Kafu Safaris adventure begins with a warm welcome at Kigali International Airport, where our professional driver-guide will greet you with a personalized sign. After a brief safari orientation, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Kigali, sampling authentic Rwandan cuisine. Depart for Musanze, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park, driving through Rwanda's stunning landscapes of rolling hills and terraced farmlands—earning the country its "Land of a Thousand Hills" nickname. The scenic drive offers panoramic views of the Virunga Massif's five towering volcanoes. Check into your comfortable eco-lodge, nestled amidst bamboo forests. In the afternoon, choose an optional community visit to engage with local villagers or explore the picturesque twin lakes, Bulera and Ruhondo, for spectacular volcanic vistas. Return to the lodge for a hearty dinner and briefing on tomorrow's 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:

Isange Paradise Resort

• Budget hotel 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 in Volcanoes National Park & Cultural Immersion

Begin before dawn with an early breakfast and packed lunch, then proceed to Kinigi Park Headquarters for a briefing by Rwanda Development Board rangers. You'll be assigned to one of the habituated gorilla families based on your fitness level. Enter the misty bamboo 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. In the afternoon, visit the Gorilla Guardians Cultural Village (formerly Iby'Iwacu) for an immersive experience—watch traditional dances, hear captivating storytelling, and learn about local communities coexisting with gorillas. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Isange Paradise Resort

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Golden Monkey Trekking, Kigali City Tour & Departure

Wake to crisp mountain air and enjoy breakfast at your lodge. Transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing by Rwanda Development Board rangers before entering the bamboo forest in search of the rare golden monkeys—striking primates with vibrant golden-orange coats 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 and return to the lodge for lunch and check-out. Begin the scenic drive back to Kigali. If time allows, enjoy a complimentary city tour—visit the poignant Gisozi Genocide Memorial, a moving tribute to Rwanda's resilience, and explore the vibrant Caplaki Craft Village for local art and souvenirs. Your driver-guide will transfer you to Kigali International Airport for your onward flight.

Main Destination:

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.