2-Day Gorilla Trekking Tour in Rwanda with Volcanoes National Park

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Trek through the lush forests of Volcanoes National Park in search of gorilla families
• 02 Observe gorillas up close in their natural habitat with expert guides and rangers
• 03 Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about Rwanda's history and the 1994 genocide
• 04 Enjoy a 2-day wildlife adventure from Kigali with lodge accommodation and 4x4 transport

Embark on a thrilling 2-day gorilla trekking adventure from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park. Travel through Rwanda's scenic landscapes, visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, and spend time in the lush forests of the park in search of gorilla families. Accompanied by expert guides and rangers, you will observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat for one hour. With comfortable lodge accommodation, meals, and 4x4 transport included, this tour offers one of Africa's most iconic wildlife experiences.

Accompanied by expert guides and rangers, you will observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat for one hour.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Hard

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Kigali, Volcanoes National Park

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Journey from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park

• Pick up from your hotel or the airport in Kigali.
• Transfer to Volcanoes National Park.
• Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about Rwanda's history and the 1994 genocide.
• Check in at your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

2

Day 02

Gorilla Trekking and Return to Kigali

• Enjoy an early breakfast and transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking rules.
• Embark on a trek with a guide and two rangers in search of gorilla families.
• Spend one hour observing, photographing, and monitoring the gorillas in their natural habitat.
• Return to the starting point and drive back to Kigali, concluding the tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Gorilla permit of $1500 per person
• Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
• Meals and accommodation
• Drinking water in the vehicle
• Services of a driver-guide

What's Not Included

• Extra drinks
• Any additional activities not mentioned above
• Visas and air fares
• Tips and gratuities

What to bring

• Hiking shoes
• Long-sleeved shirts
• Raincoats and sweaters
• Stockings
• Khaki trousers in neutral colors

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Kigali, Rwanda

Tour start

GHWP+JFM, Kinigi, Rwanda

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.