2-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Adventure

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

Kigali Tour & Journey to Volcanoes National Park

Your adventure begins with a pickup in Kigali and a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where you’ll gain insight into Rwanda’s history, resilience, and journey of healing. Continue north towards Volcanoes National Park, travelling through Rwanda’s picturesque countryside of rolling green hills, terraced farmland, and charming villages. En route, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund to learn about gorilla conservation and Dian Fossey’s remarkable legacy. Continue to your lodge near the park for check-in and a relaxing evening surrounded by the beautiful Virunga landscape.

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:

Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge

• 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 & Transfer to Kigali

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for your gorilla-trekking briefing before venturing into the misty Virunga Mountains to search for a habituated mountain gorilla family. Trek through the lush forest, enjoying the stunning scenery and sounds of the wilderness before spending a magical hour observing the gorillas in their natural habitat. After this unforgettable encounter, begin your journey back to Kigali, enjoying the scenic countryside along the way, and arrive in time for your departure flight.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

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.