4-Day All Inclusive Rwanda Gorilla Bucket List

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

Kigali

You'll enjoy a VIP meet and greet on arrival by one of our local friendly representatives including assistance through immigration procedures. Then, a private transfer whisks you away to the hotel for an overnight stay in the heart of Kigali. Kigali is the starting point for exploring Rwanda’s natural attractions.

This is the bustling capital city of Rwanda. Kigali Serena is the perfect hotel for a start to this bucket list gorilla trekking highlights trip. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy the facilities that this wonderful hotel has to offer including relaxing in the tropical garden. In the evening, you'll have a delicious dinner at the hotel's in-house restaurant called Milima Restaurant and also take in the picturesque landscapes from various vantage points around the city.

Visiting Kigali offers a rich and rewarding experience, combining historical significance, cultural richness, modern amenities, and natural beauty.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Accommodation:

Kigali Serena Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Kigali

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, our local Safari365 guide will collect you at 9:00 am for a visit to the Kigali Genocide Museum. This museum is an educational tour and is located outside of Kigali city center in the Gasabo district, Kigali Genocide Memorial Museum was created by a joint partnership of the Kigali City Council and the UK-based Aegis Trust. The center is challenging, educational, and ultimately inspiring. You will spend about 1.5 hours in the museum and then head off to the Volcanoes National Park.

You will arrive around noon in time to enjoy a hearty lunch at the resort, which is located in the northern province of Rwanda. There is plenty of time to relax in the afternoon or take part in the activities at the property. Virunga Inn Resort offers stylish accommodations with beautiful views of the mountains. The property features beautifully appointed rooms equipped with comfortable bedding, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV, a safety deposit box, and a seating area.

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

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White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Virunga Inn Resort & Spa

• Luxury lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Volcanoes National Park

Volcanoes National Park is famous for its endangered mountain gorillas. Today, you'll head to the park headquarters for an early morning gorilla trekking briefing. Then in a group of eight, guided by a trained guide and two scouts, you will embark on treks that vary in duration based on the gorilla family's location. The park offers the chance to see 10 gorilla families.
6:00 am: Begin the day with breakfast.
6:30 am: Transfer to the park headquarters for gorilla trekking briefing.
8:00 am: Start the gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
Noon: Estimated return time.
12:30 pm: Transfer back to the resort.
1:00 pm: Lunch at the resort.
3:00 pm: Afternoon visit Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Fund Museum.
The Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, adjacent to the park, features sustainable architecture, advanced laboratories, and a conservation library, aiming to inspire visitors to support gorilla conservation.

You'll end with dinner in Rwanda's landscapes at 6:00 pmE.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Virunga Inn Resort & Spa

• Luxury lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Kigali

The day begins with a delicious breakfast and then a seamless check-out and head back to Kigali.

Day itinerary
8:00 am: Begin the day with a morning breakfast.
9:00 am: Your drive and return to Kigali. There is a scenic drive through rolling hills with stunning views.
Noon: Estimated arrival time at the airport.
TBA: Flight time out of Kigali International Airport to be advised.

Kigali’s international airport is well-connected, making it convenient for travelers from around the world.

Main Destination:

Kigali International Airport (Kigali)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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