4-Day Best of Rwanda Gorillas & Golden Monkey Expedition

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

Kigali - Volcanoes

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you’ll be met by your driver-guide and receive a brief introduction to your journey. You’ll then set off on a three-hour drive northwest to the town of Musanze, traveling through Rwanda’s scenic highlands and rural landscapes. Upon arrival, you’ll check in at La Palme Hotel, conveniently located about 30 minutes from Volcanoes National Park. Enjoy dinner and a restful overnight stay.

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:

La Locanda

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

Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Volcanoes National Park

Wake up early for breakfast, and by 6:30am, depart for Kinigi, home to Volcanoes National Park headquarters. Upon arrival around 7:00am, you'll be welcomed by park staff, assigned to a trekking group, and receive a safety briefing and introduction from your expert ranger guide.
You'll then set off into the forest in search of one of Rwanda’s habituated mountain gorilla families. Each group is visited by a maximum of eight people, and the trek can take anywhere from 2 to 6 hours depending on the gorillas' location, as they roam across large territories within the park. Your guide and trackers will lead the way, clearing paths and sharing insights into the forest ecosystem as you hike.
Once located, you’ll spend a magical hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat—a deeply moving and memorable experience. After the trek, return to the lodge to relax and reflect on this once-in-a-lifetime encounter.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

La Locanda

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, you'll head back to the park headquarters for your second primate experience—tracking the endangered golden monkey. This morning trek is generally easy and lasts between 1 to 2 hours. Golden monkeys are endemic to the Virunga Mountains and are listed as endangered on the IUCN Red List.
These lively primates live in large groups of up to 90 individuals, often led by a dominant male. You'll visit one of the habituated troops, including a sizeable group located near the base of Mount Sabyinyo. As with gorilla trekking, visitors are allowed to spend one hour observing them in their natural habitat.
Following the trek, you'll return to the lodge for a relaxed afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

La Locanda

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Volcanoes - Kigali

After breakfast, check out of the lodge and depart for Kigali at 9:00 AM. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at Pilipili, a popular local restaurant known for its relaxed atmosphere and diverse menu. After lunch, you will be transferred to Kigali International Airport for your outbound air transfer.

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.