Gorille Africain Tours

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Kigali

Kigali

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your guide and transferred to your accommodation for the evening. Settle in and enjoy dinner as you unwind from your journey. Later, a member of our team will walk you through the details of your upcoming adventure, ensuring you're well prepared for the days ahead.

Main Destination:
Kigali
Accommodation:
5 Swiss Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Kigali
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Kigali - Volcanoes National Park

Kigali - Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, you'll leave the city behind and begin your exploration of Kigali with a meaningful visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a place of remembrance and reflection honoring the victims of the 1994 genocide. The experience offers powerful insight into Rwanda’s history and resilience. From there, your journey continues through the heart of the countryside as you head toward Volcanoes National Park. The drive is scenic and unhurried, with opportunities to stop and capture the dramatic beauty of Rwanda’s rolling hills. Upon arrival at the lodge, check in and unwind. Lunch will follow. This evening, visit the Ellen Degeneres Campus for Dian Fossey Fund. Later return to the lodge. Take the evening to enjoy the peaceful setting, explore the property, or simply relax in preparation for the next day’s gorilla trekking experience.

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

Accommodation:
Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Volcanoes National Park

Volcanoes National Park

Your day begins with a morning trek into the forested slopes of the Virunga Mountains, guided by expert trackers. The hike can take between 2 to 6 hours, depending on the gorillas’ movements, but the reward is extraordinary: one full hour spent in the company of a habituated gorilla family. Watch as youngsters tumble and play, mothers nurture, and silverbacks stand guard—an experience that leaves a lasting impression.
After returning to the lodge for a well-deserved lunch, spend the afternoon at leisure or opt for a cultural visit to the nearby Gorilla Guardians Village. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with local traditions, dance, and storytelling, gaining insight into the vibrant culture of the Rwandan people. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and a relaxed overnight stay, surrounded by the tranquility of the mountains. Later, return to the lodge for the evening. Dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Volcanoes - Kigali

Volcanoes - Kigali

After breakfast, your safari guide will pick you up and transfer you to the park headquarters for a morning briefing. From there, set off on your golden monkey trek—an engaging walk through the forest to find these rare and playful primates, unique to the Virunga Mountains.
After the experience, return to the lodge for lunch and check out. You'll then begin the drive back to Kigali. If time permits, enjoy a stop at one of the city’s local markets for a bit of souvenir shopping before continuing to the airport for your international air transfer home.

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)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Gorille Africain Tours, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Gorille Africain Tours.