4-Day Golden Monkey and Gorilla Trekking Tour

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

Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Your 4-day adventure begins early with a pickup from your hotel or airport by our company guide. Day one kicks off with a city tour of Kigali, where you'll visit key landmarks like the Kigali Genocide Memorial Center, the presidential palace museum, and the vibrant city market. You'll also get a glimpse into local craftsmanship at artisan shops. After a city tour, enjoy lunch at a great spot before embarking on a scenic 3-hour drive to Volcanoes National Park. Along the way, take in the breathtaking mountainous landscape and lush tea plantations that earn Rwanda its "land of a thousand hills" nickname. Upon arrival, check in at your hotel, unwind in your room or gardens, and get a good night's rest for the thrilling golden monkey trekking experience ahead.

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:

Isange Paradise Resort

• Budget hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Golden Monkey Tracking then Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Following breakfast, head to the Volcanoes National Park offices for a briefing on tracking golden monkeys. You'll have the chance to hire a porter to assist with luggage either during the briefing or at the trailhead. After a 2-hour hike, you'll spot these playful creatures feeding in the trees and on the ground. Found in Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, golden monkeys are critically endangered due to human activities. They're social animals, living in groups of around 80, and are known for their comfort around cameras - a bonus for photographers. After spending time with these cute primates, you'll return to the starting point where your driver will be waiting. Next up: lunch, refreshments, and a drive to Bwindi.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodgejust outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Boat cruise Experience

Get ready for an unforgettable experience. The gorilla tracking briefing kicks off at 8:00 a.m. at the park headquarters in Bwindi Rushaga Sector. All trackers need to be there to get the lowdown on what to expect. Park officials will assign you to one of the 8 habituated gorilla families based on your fitness level. After the briefing, you'll head into the forest with your guide. The trek can take anywhere from 2 to 6 hours, and once you find the gorillas, you'll have an hour to observe them. Just remember to stay calm, follow your guide's instructions, and avoid sudden movements - especially when the silverback is showing off.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Heritage Lodge, Habuharo

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Kigali

Tomorrow's a departure day. You'll sleep in, enjoy a late breakfast, and then get ready to check out. Our driver will take you to the airport if you have a flight, or drop you off at your hotel in Kigali if you're sticking around Rwanda.

Main Destination:

Kigali (Rwanda)

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.