4-Day Gorilla and Golden Monkey Tracking in Rwanda

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

Pick up from the airport to the Hotel

Arrive in Kigali and start your adventure! Your guide will greet you at Kigali International Airport and escort you to your hotel. With some free time, you can soak up the city's vibrant atmosphere, explore nearby attractions, or simply unwind. Discover Kigali's charm, from its immaculate streets to its picturesque hills. Enjoy an overnight stay in Rwanda's captivating capital city.

Main Destination:

Kigali

Accommodation:

Hotel Des Mille Collines

• Luxury hotel located in Kigali

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Volcanoes National Park and Visit Dian Fossey Museum

Volcanoes National Park: Home of the Majestic Mountain Gorillas

Located in the heart of the Virunga Mountains, Volcanoes National Park is renowned for its rare and majestic mountain gorillas. The park's stunning landscapes and diverse wildlife make it a unique destination.

Before exploring the park, experience Kigali's city tour and poignant Genocide Museum. Then, drive to Musanze, nestled at the foothills of the Virunga Mountains. Visit the Dian Fossey Memorial Museum, dedicated to the life and work of the renowned primatologist who studied mountain gorillas at Karisoke Research Center. Learn about her groundbreaking work, immortalized in the film Gorillas in the Mist, and pay tribute to her legacy.

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

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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:

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

Gorilla Tracking in Volcanoes National Park

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to witness endangered Mountain Gorillas up close in Volcanoes National Park. This spectacular park encompasses five of the eight rainforest and bamboo-covered volcanoes of the Virunga Mountains, home to fewer than 650 gorillas in the wild. Rwanda's conservation efforts have led to a slow but steady increase in the population.

After a briefing with National Parks personnel, begin your hike, which may take several hours. While no formal training is required, walking at altitude can be challenging, and navigating through dense bush demands focus and flexibility. Once you reach your assigned gorilla family, spend an unforgettable hour observing these majestic creatures interact, eat, groom, play, and even nap. This rare opportunity to connect with nature's giants will leave you with lifelong memories.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Sambora Kinigi Lodge

• Luxury lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Golden Monkey Trekking and transfer back to Kigali

After breakfast, trek into Volcanoes National Park's lush bamboo forests to spot the rare Golden Monkeys. Spend an hour observing these playful primates as they forage for bamboo and interact with each other. Following the trek, visit the Cultural Center to learn about the Batwa Indigenous people and their traditions. Depending on your schedule, either return to Kigali for an overnight stay or head to the airport for departure.

Main Destination:

Kigali International Airport (Kigali)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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