3-Day Luxury Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trek in Rwanda

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

Kigali to Volcanoes National Park – Arrival and Optional Activities

Morning:

- Arrival in Kigali: Meet your guide and begin the scenic 2.5-hour drive to Musanze, a town near Volcanoes National Park.
- Stopover: Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a powerful introduction to Rwanda's history and resilience.

Lunch:

- Enjoy a meal en route at a local restaurant or lodge, such as the Bamboo Rooftop Restaurant in Musanze.

Optional activity in the afternoon:

- Visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village to learn about Rwandan traditions through dance, music and storytelling.
- Explore the twin lakes (Burera and Ruhondo) for a peaceful afternoon by the water.

Evening:

- Dinner and accommodation: Relax and prepare for your upcoming gorilla trekking 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:

Sambora Kinigi Lodge

• Luxury lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Early Morning:
Breakfast: Enjoy an early breakfast at your lodge. Gorilla Trek Briefing: Arrive at the park headquarters by 7:00 AM for a safety briefing and group allocation.

Morning Activity:
Gorilla Trekking: Embark on a trek through the misty forests to encounter a mountain gorilla family. The trek lasts 2-6 hours, depending on their location. Spend one awe-inspiring hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat.

Lunch:
Have a packed lunch

Afternoon Optional Activity:
After gorilla trekking, you check out of the Lodge and then visit the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund Museum to learn about conservation efforts.

Evening:
Transfer to Nyungwe: Depart early for the 4-5 hour drive to Nyungwe National Park, Overnight stay at One and Only Nyungwe

Dinner and Unwind after an exhilarating day.

Main Destination:

Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry weather, best chimp trekking)

High Season June to September (Popular gorilla trekking time in Volcanoes NP)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Nyungwe NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

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ElephantNone

GiraffeNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

One&Only Nyungwe House

• Luxury+ lodge bordering Nyungwe NP (Chimps) without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee Trekking in Nyungwe National Park

Early Morning (5:30 am):
Chimpanzee Trek Briefing: On arrival, receive a safety briefing and begin the trek with experienced guides.

Morning Activity:
Chimpanzee Trekking: Hike through the dense rainforest to locate one of Nyungwe’s chimpanzee troops. Observe these energetic primates as they swing through the trees and interact with their environment.

Afternoon:
After chimpanzee trekking check out of the lodge with your packed lunch for your road trip to Kigali.

Main Destination:

Nyungwe National Park (Chimps)

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.