RWANDA // GORILLA TREK
3 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trek
The fastest gorilla trek in Africa. Kigali to the Virungas in two hours on tarmac, trek and out again.
3 Days / 2 Nights
DURATION
$2,450
FROM, PER PERSON
Volcanoes National Park
DESTINATIONS
2 to 8
GROUP SIZE
ABOUT THIS SAFARI
3 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trek
Rwanda permit costs more than Uganda at 1,500 US dollars, but the access is unmatched: Kigali to the park is a two hour drive on good road, which makes a gorilla trek possible in a long weekend. The setting beneath five volcanoes is spectacular.
AT A GLANCE
Trip Summary
| Detail | This safari |
|---|---|
| Price from | USD 2,450 per person |
| Duration | 3 days / 2 nights |
| Safari style | Gorilla Trekking |
| Countries | Rwanda |
| Parks visited | Volcanoes National Park |
| Starts | Kigali |
| Ends | Kigali |
| Group size | Private departure. Typically 2 to 6 guests per vehicle |
| Best time to go | Jun to Sep and Dec to Feb |
| Difficulty | Challenging |
ITINERARY AT A GLANCE
Your Route, Day By Day
| Day | Route | Overnight | Meals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kigali to Musanze | Lodge, Musanze | L, D |
| 2 | Gorilla trekking | Lodge, Musanze | B, L, D |
| 3 | Musanze to Kigali | Departure | B |
B breakfast, L lunch, D dinner. Accommodation is shown by type and area. We confirm the exact camp or lodge in writing with your quote.
DAY BY DAY
The Full Itinerary
Arrive in Kigali and take a short city tour including the Genocide Memorial, which most visitors find essential context for the country. Drive north to Musanze in the afternoon, arriving beneath the Virunga volcanoes. Briefing for the morning trek. Overnight near the park.
Meals: Lunch and dinner · Overnight: Lodge, Musanze
Report to park headquarters at 07:00 for briefing and allocation to one of the habituated families. The trek can take one to six hours depending on where the family has moved, followed by one hour in their company. Afternoon free, with the optional Dian Fossey hike or a visit to the Iby Iwacu cultural village. Overnight at Musanze.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner · Overnight: Lodge, Musanze
An optional early golden monkey trek, or a relaxed breakfast, then the drive back to Kigali. Time for craft shopping before your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast · Overnight: Departure day
THE ROUTE
Where This Safari Takes You
Kigali → Musanze → Volcanoes National Park → Kigali. Around 210 km return on surfaced road.
WHAT IS COVERED
Included and Not Included
Included
- Gorilla permit, currently 1,500 US dollars
- All park entrance fees
- Kigali city tour and Genocide Memorial
- Professional English speaking driver guide
- 4×4 vehicle throughout
- Full board accommodation
- Kigali airport transfers
Not included
- International flights and Rwanda visa
- Travel insurance including evacuation cover
- Golden monkey permit if added
- Porter fees
- Tips and gratuities
NO OBLIGATION
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