Rwanda · Wildlife

3-Day Gorilla Trekking Tour in Rwanda with Golden Monkey Tracking

3 Days Round trip from Kigali Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Kigali's history at the Genocide Museum and local market
  • 02 Travel to Volcanoes National Park via the scenic twin lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo
  • 03 Embark on an exhilarating mountain gorilla trekking adventure in the forest
  • 04 Immerse yourself in Rwandan local culture during an evening cultural visit
  • 05 Track the rare golden monkeys in the beautiful Virunga massif

Embark on a thrilling 3-day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour that combines Kigali's history, Volcanoes National Park's scenic landscapes, and unforgettable primate encounters. Visit key sites in Kigali before travelling past the twin lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo to the park. Trek through the forest to spend an hour with mountain gorillas, enjoy a cultural visit to discover more about Rwandan local culture, and track the rare golden monkeys of the Virunga massif. This journey offers an immersive blend of wildlife, nature, and culture in Rwanda.

Meet the golden monkeys, among the rare primate species found only in the Virunga massif.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Kigali, Volcanoes National Park
Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Start the day with a brief Kigali city tour to major places of interest, including the Genocide Museum, the local market, and others. After the tour, transfer to Volcanoes National Park on a 3-hour drive, arriving in the afternoon. Pass by the twin lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo for a nature walk and sightseeing. Dinner and overnight at Da Vinci Lodge.

2
Day 02

Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Cultural Visit

On this most anticipated day, head to the park headquarters after breakfast. Receive a briefing about the mountain gorilla trekking adventure, then continue into the forest for a 2-to-6-hour trek, with chances to see other wildlife species along the way. Once you reach the gorillas, spend an hour in their presence before returning to the park headquarters. In the evening, take a cultural visit to discover more about Rwandan local culture. Dinner and overnight at Da Vinci Lodge.

3
Day 03

Golden Monkey Tracking and Return to Kigali

After breakfast, you will be taken for another briefing about golden monkey tracking, after which you will proceed to the forest. Meet the golden monkeys, among the rare primate species found only in the Virunga massif. Depending on the schedule, you may also see other wildlife species in the park before returning for your transfer back to Kigali for drop-off at the hotel or airport.

End of tour.

Genocide Museum, twin lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo, Volcanoes National Park

Where this trip takes you

Genocide Museum, twin lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo, Volcanoes National Park

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kigali 2 cities · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Mountain gorilla trekking permits
  • Ground transportation costs
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Full-board private accommodations
  • Pick-up and drop-off
  • Kigali city tour
  • 2 nights of full-board accommodation
  • Relevant government taxes
  • Bottled drinking water

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic air tickets
  • Meals and accommodation in Kigali
  • Items of a personal nature, tips, and laundry
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Extra meals and activities
  • Alcoholic and other soft drinks
  • PCR test
  • Telephone charges and souvenir shopping

What to bring

  • Camera
  • Waterproof pants and jacket
  • Gaiters
  • Strong hiking shoes
  • Sweater
  • Puncture hand gloves
  • Grounded adaptors (for two- and 3-prong electrical sockets)
  • Extra batteries
  • Camera and extra lenses
  • Rain coat/poncho

Know before you go

  • There are limited gorilla trekking permits; therefore, booking in advance is required.
  • A yellow fever card may be required.
  • You can get a visa on arrival.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kigali, Rwanda
Tour start
Kigali, Rwanda
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 days finish where they began, in Kigali.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $3,750.00 — $3,800.00
Double Sharing $3,750.00 — $3,800.00

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