Rwanda Eco Company and Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Upon arrival at Kigali international airport ( Flight arriving before 14h00) or after your relaxed morning breakfast, enriched with an African touch, check out of the hotel ( if you have already arrived in Kigali) and head for an amazing city tour of Kigali, drive to Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre, where over 256000 victims of the Rwandan genocide of 1994, were laid to rest as a sign of respect to their bodies. After you will drive off to Volcanoes National Park, have stop overs to take some beautiful photos and have a great view of the rolling landscape. You will relax at your lodge and prepare for your next day gorilla trekking activity. You will spend the entire evening at the lodge.

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

Accommodation:
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Gorilla Trekking and Cultural Village Visit

Gorilla Trekking and Cultural Village Visit

After an early morning breakfast, gather all your gorilla trekking gear and prepare for a short briefing conducted by Rwanda’s park officials. Following the briefing, you will drive to the trekking starting point and begin your adventure into the jungle to search for the shy mountain gorillas and observe their fascinating behavior in their natural habitat.
Upon encountering the gorillas, you will have the extraordinary opportunity to spend one unforgettable hour with them, gazing into their deep, expressive eyes. After this once in a lifetime experience, you will enjoy a well deserved lunch. In the afternoon, you will visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village, where you will immerse yourself in the unique and vibrant culture of the Rwandan people. Later, return to your lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Golden monkey trekking and transfer back to Kigali for departure

Golden monkey trekking and transfer back to Kigali for departure

After enjoying a hearty breakfast, you will set off on an exciting golden monkey trek.
This experience follows a similar procedure to gorilla trekking but is generally less strenuous, making it a pleasant and rewarding adventure. After completing the trek, you will return to your lodge for a well-deserved lunch. Following lunch, you will begin your transfer back to Kigali. Upon arrival in Kigali, we will either drop you off at the airport for your departure or at your pre-booked hotel (at your own arrangement).

Main Destination:
Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Rwanda Eco Company and Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Rwanda Eco Company and Safaris.