Rwanda · Trekking

1-Day Gorilla Trekking Tour to Volcanoes National Park from Kigali

1 Day Round trip from Kigali Moderate pace

Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Witnessing Gorillas in their natural habitat

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Enjoy the unique experience of gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
02 Interact with majestic gorillas in their natural habitat
03 Drive through Rwanda's magnificent hill countryside, the "country of a thousand hills"
04 Spend one hour observing a selected gorilla family after the trek

Embark on an unforgettable day trip from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park for gorilla trekking. Traverse lush forests and rugged terrain to encounter majestic mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. With expert guides leading the way, immerse yourself in this awe-inspiring adventure and create memories to last a lifetime.

You will pass magnificent views of the hill countryside, which gives Rwanda the name "the country of a thousand hills".

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Kigali, Volcanoes National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

5:30 am - Pick up from your hotel in Kigali and drive to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters office. The journey takes 1 hour 30 minutes, and on the way, we will make a stop for relaxation. You will pass magnificent views of the hill countryside, which gives Rwanda the name "the country of a thousand hills".
7:00 am - Briefing and selection of a gorilla family to interact with.
7:30 am - Trekking starts in the home of the mountain gorillas.
The trek can take 4-5 hours, and you will have 1 hour to stay with a gorilla family.
After trekking, drive back to your hotel in Kigali, with lunch on the way.