Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda
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See the Wild,
Before You Go
A glimpse of the extraordinary moments that await you on this journey.
Begin with Kigali's powerful Genocide Memorial, then ascend into the misty Virunga volcanoes for a face-to-face gorilla encounter in Rwanda's premier national park.
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Tour Highlights
About This Tour
Rwanda packs extraordinary depth into small distances, and this 4-day safari captures that intensity. You start in Kigali — Africa's cleanest capital — with a visit to the Genocide Memorial that provides essential context for the nation's remarkable recovery. A scenic two-hour drive north through terraced hillsides and eucalyptus groves delivers you to Musanze, the gateway town nestled beneath five volcanic peaks. The next morning, after a briefing at Volcanoes National Park headquarters, you trek into bamboo forest and Hagenia woodland on the volcano slopes, guided by trackers who know every family by name. When you find your gorilla group — perhaps a 30-strong clan led by a 220-kilogram silverback — the hour you spend with them unfolds in near silence, broken only by soft grunts and the crack of bamboo stems. An afternoon visit to the Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Fund Museum deepens your understanding of conservation efforts before a farewell dinner overlooking the volcanoes.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
4 DaysWhat's Included
What's Included
- VIP meet and greet assistance on arrival
- Airport and inter-hotel transfers from day 1 to last day
- All activities as highlighted in the itinerary
- 1 night accommodation in Kigali on half-board basis
- 2 nights at Volcanoes National Park on full-board basis
- One gorilla permit per person
- Kigali Genocide Memorial visit
- Visit to Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Fund Museum
- Private safari 4x4 Land Cruiser
- Professional English-speaking driver guide
- Bottled mineral water in vehicle
- Emergency medical evacuation services
Not Included
- International and domestic airline tickets
- Entry visa fees
- Drinks throughout the trip
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses (telephone, mini bar, insurance)
- Optional extras while in Kigali
Guest Reviews
Jennifer LeeUSA
Traveled: Jan 2024
Gorillas of the volcanoes
Spectacular experience! The gorillas were amazing, and the volcanic scenery is breathtaking. The lodge was luxurious. Rwanda is an incredibly beautiful country. Highly recommended.
February 19, 2024
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Mar 25, 2024
Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Group Size
2-8 People
Difficulty Level
Moderate
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Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda
Begin with Kigali's powerful Genocide Memorial, then ascend into the misty Virunga volcanoes for a face-to-face gorilla encounter in Rwanda's premier national park.