SPECIAL ABOUT RWANDA'S MOUNTAIN GORILLAS IN JUST 3 DAYS!

Rwanda's mountain gorillas on this unforgettable 3-day adventure! Journey through the beautiful Rwandan countryside to Volcanoes National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. This carefully designed package combines scenic drives, cultural experiences, breathtaking volcanic landscapes, and the extraordinary opportunity to encounter mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. In just 3 days, discover fascinating insights into mountain gorillas, including their behavior, family structures, feeding habits, communication, natural habitat, and the conservation efforts dedicated to protecting these incredible animals. Learn about their daily lives, their relationship with other members of the gorilla family, and the importance of preserving their forest home for future generations.

Duration
3Day/ 2 Nights
Group size
1–7 people
Type
Primate
Destination
Rwanda
Fitness
Moderate
Minimum age
15+
Permit
Included
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What's included

  • Private transportation in a comfortable 4x4 safari vehicle.
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
  • Fuel and transportation costs.
  • Two nights of accommodation.
  • Meals as specified in the final booking.
  • One mountain gorilla trekking permit per person.
  • Park ranger services during gorilla trekking.
  • Bottled drinking water during transfers.
  • Pickup and drop-off in Kigali.
  • Applicable driver and guide expenses

Not included

  • International flights.
  • Rwanda visa fees, where applicable.
  • Travel insurance.
  • Personal expenses.
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages.
  • Tips and gratuities.
  • Porter fees during gorilla trekking.
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Additional accommodation before or after the tour.
  • Any services not explicitly listed under inclusions

Itinerary

1DAY 1: KIGALI CITY – VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARKKigali
Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from your hotel or Kigali International Airport by your professional driver-guide. Enjoy a scenic drive through Rwanda's beautiful countryside, passing rolling hills, traditional villages, and spectacular landscapes along the way. Upon arrival in Musanze, you may visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund or enjoy a cultural experience, depending on your arrival time and preferences. Later, check in at your lodge, relax, and prepare for the exciting gorilla trekking adventure the following morning
2DAY 2: GORILLA TREKKING – AN UNFORGETTABLE WILDLIFE EXPERIENCEMusanze
Wake up early and enjoy breakfast at your lodge before departing for the park headquarters. After a briefing by the park rangers, you will be assigned to a gorilla family and begin your trek through the beautiful forest of Volcanoes National Park. The trek may take several hours, depending on the location of the gorillas and the forest conditions. Once you find the gorillas, you will spend one unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat. Watch them feed, interact, care for their young, and move through the forest. This extraordinary encounter offers a rare opportunity to appreciate the beauty and importance of mountain gorilla conservation
3DAY 3: CULTURAL EXPERIENCE – RETURN TO KIGALIMusanze
Enjoy breakfast at your lodge before checking out. Depending on your interests and departure schedule, you may enjoy a short cultural visit or explore the local community around Musanze. Afterward, begin your scenic drive back to Kigali, enjoying the beautiful landscapes of Rwanda along the way. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at your hotel or Kigali International Airport, marking the end of your memorable 3-day gorilla adventure
  1. Kigali
  2. →Musanze

Good to know

Fitness
Moderate — some walking or hiking
Minimum age
15 years
Permits
Included in the price
Meeting point
Kigali International Airport, Or your Hotel

What to bring

  • Long-sleeved shirts.
  • Long trekking trousers.
  • Waterproof hiking boots with good grip.
  • A lightweight rain jacket.
  • Warm clothing for cool mornings.
  • Extra socks and a change of clothes

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