2-Day Golden Monkey Trekking& Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Transfer from Kigali to Musanze & Visit Gorilla Guardians Village

Your journey begins after breakfast with a pick-up from your Kigali hotel. Settle into your Land Cruiser for a scenic drive to Musanze, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park, where rolling hills and volcanic silhouettes frame the horizon. Arrive in Musanze by midday, then head to the Gorilla Guardians Village (Iby’iwacu Cultural Village), a short distance away. Here, former poachers-turned-conservationists welcome you into their world—sharing traditional dances, storytelling, and insights into their efforts to protect Rwanda’s gorillas. Experience the rhythm of a drum circle, taste local banana beer, or try your hand at basket weaving, immersing yourself in the heartbeat of Rwandan culture. Afterward, check into Da Vinci Lodge in the afternoon, where you can unwind and recharge amid the serene mountain air.

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:

Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Golden Monkey Trekking & Return to Kigali

Rise with the dawn for breakfast, then drive to Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a ranger-led briefing. Set off on a 2-4 hour trek through bamboo forests, tracking the golden monkeys as they leap and frolic among the trees. Their golden fur glints in the sunlight, and their lively chatter fills the air—an unforgettable spectacle of nature’s joy. After capturing these moments, descend back to the lodge for a quick refreshment, then board your vehicle for the return to Kigali, arriving by late afternoon or evening with a treasure trove of memories where our guide will drop you at the airport or your hotel depending on your schedules.

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.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.