3-Day Gorilla Trekking Tour in Rwanda

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

Kigali City Tour and Tranfer To Volcanoes National Park

Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional driver-guide at Kigali International Airport or picked up from your place of residence in Kigali. Begin with a short Kigali city tour, including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where you will learn about Rwanda's tragic history, the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, and the country's remarkable journey towards reconciliation and recovery.

Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Kigali before embarking on a scenic afternoon drive to Volcanoes National Park in Musanze. Upon arrival, check in at Tiloreza Eco Lodge, where you will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay, preparing for the exciting gorilla trekking adventure 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

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

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)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Gorilla Trekking & A Cultural Tour

After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters at Kinigi for a briefing by park rangers. Embark on an exciting trek through the lush forests of Volcanoes National Park in search of endangered mountain gorillas. Once located, enjoy a memorable one-hour encounter observing these magnificent primates.

In the afternoon, visit Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village (Gorilla Guardians Village) for an immersive cultural experience featuring traditional dances, drumming, local food, traditional homes, storytelling and demonstrations of Rwandan customs and heritage. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Activities:

• Early morning gorilla tracking

Accommodation:

Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge

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

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Return To Kigali & Departure

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before checking out. Drive back to Kigali, enjoying the beautiful countryside along the way. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for souvenir shopping before being transferred to Kigali International Airport for your departure.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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