Rwanda · Up-Close Animal Experiences

5-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trek Tour with Kigali and Golden Monkeys

5 Days Round trip from Kigali Moderate pace
Gorilla spotted while trekking
Gorilla Trekking

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Kigali's local markets, art centres, and the Kigali Genocide Memorial
  • 02 Embark on an unforgettable mountain gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park
  • 03 Experience the excitement of a golden monkey trek
  • 04 Combine Kigali's cultural landmarks with close-up primate encounters in Rwanda

Experience the best of Rwanda on this 5-day adventure, combining time in Kigali with remarkable wildlife encounters in Volcanoes National Park. Discover local markets, art centres, and the poignant Kigali Genocide Memorial before heading north for a mountain gorilla trek and a golden monkey trek. Optional afternoon activities allow you to enrich your stay in the park. This journey blends cultural insight with close-up encounters with Rwanda's iconic primates.

Discover local markets, art centres, and the poignant Kigali Genocide Memorial before heading north for a mountain gorilla trek and a golden monkey trek.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Kigali, Volcanoes National Park
Languages English, French, Swahili

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Kigali

  • Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay in Kigali.
2
Day 02

Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

  • Take a city tour, including the local market, art centres, and the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Afterwards, transfer to Volcanoes National Park.
3
Day 03

Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

  • 06:30 AM: Transfer to the park reception for the start of the gorilla trek experience. In the afternoon, enjoy your optional activity.
4
Day 04

Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

  • 06:30 AM: Transfer to the park reception for the start of the golden monkey trek experience. In the afternoon, enjoy your optional activity.
5
Day 05

Return to Kigali and Departure

  • After breakfast, drive back to Kigali for departure.
Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Kigali Genocide Memorial

Where this trip takes you

Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Kigali Genocide Memorial

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kigali 2 cities · 5 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Guiding fee
  • Mineral water, juices, and snacks
  • Internet WiFi

What's Not Included

  • Accommodation
  • Activity fees
  • Food and drinks
  • Other personal expenses on the tour

What to bring

  • Hiking boots and rain jackets
  • Sunscreen and other personal-use products
  • Camera for photos and memories

Know before you go

  • History of Rwanda and culture
  • Gorilla trekking experience and their behaviour study

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 5 days finish where they began, in Kigali.

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