3-Day Rwanda Great Value Primate Adventure

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

Kigali - Volcanoes (2h30 drive)

Arrival of your morning air transfer at Kigali International Airport. A warm welcome by our representative outside customs and immigration hall. You will have a briefing then start your guided city tour. Your first stop is the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a moving tribute to the victims of the 1994 genocide. Through emotional exhibits and personal stories, the memorial provides insight into Rwanda’s history and resilience.
Next, visit the Inema Arts Center, a vibrant space showcasing contemporary art by Rwanda’s emerging creatives. Afterward, enjoy a flavorful lunch at Hotel des Mille Collins (also known as Hotel Rwanda).
In the afternoon, set off on a 2.5-hour scenic drive to Musanze, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park. En route, you’ll pass terraced fields, lush plantations, and charming villages. Upon arrival at your lodge, settle in and enjoy dinner in a tranquil setting, perfect for preparing for tomorrow’s 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:

La Locanda

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

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Volcanoes

Rise before dawn, the mountain air crisp and fresh. After breakfast, drive about 15–20 minutes to Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a trek briefing that starts at 07.00. Begin a 2–6 hour trek into the dense bamboo forests, tracking one of the habituated gorilla families. Your guide will interpret signs like broken branches and fresh prints as you draw closer. Then, there they are—majestic mountain gorillas, their dark fur glistening in the forest light. For one unforgettable hour, watch them forage, interact, and play, just a few meters away.
Return to the lodge by midday for a refreshing lunch (Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel). In the afternoon, visit the Gorilla Guardians Village (about 10 minutes’ drive) for an engaging cultural experience. Here, ex-poachers now turned guardians will welcome you with traditional music, dance, and storytelling. Try your hand at local crafts and cooking in a hands-on celebration of Rwandan heritage. Dinner and overnight stay.

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 (2h30 drive)

After an early breakfast, return to the park headquarters (15–20 minutes’ drive) for a briefing before embarking on a 2 hour trek to find golden monkeys. Their vibrant fur and acrobatic antics offer a delightful contrast to the gorilla experience. Observe them feeding, leaping between bamboo shoots, and chattering excitedly through the trees.
After this lively encounter, return to the lodge by late morning for early lunch and time to freshen up. Check out then visit to the scenic twin lakes, Burera and Ruhondo. Depart drive back to Kigali. Along the way, enjoy final glimpses of Rwanda’s pastoral beauty and terraced hills. You will arrive at Kigali International Airport in the late afternoon for your departure flight.
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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.