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Rwanda Volcanoes Gorilla Safari

Gorillas in the shadow of the Virunga volcanoes, just a short drive from Kigali.

3 Days / 2 Nights Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda Rwanda
Duration3 Days / 2 Nights
StartsKigali
Best timeJune – September, December – February
StyleTrekking safari
Overview

About this journey

Rwanda offers easy access to mountain gorillas from Kigali. Combine your gorilla trek with golden monkey tracking and a city tour of Kigali.

Region: Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda  ·  Best time: June – September, December – February

Highlights

What you'll experience

  • Mountain gorilla trek
  • Golden monkey tracking
  • Kigali city tour
  • Virunga volcano views
  • Short transfer times
Itinerary

Day by day

Day 1Kigali – Musanze

City tour of Kigali, then drive to Volcanoes National Park.

Day 2Gorilla Trek

Trek to a habituated gorilla family; optional golden monkey tracking.

Day 3Return to Kigali

Return to Kigali for your onward flight.

Itineraries are a guide and can be adjusted — add nights, upgrade lodges, or combine with another tour.

What's included

Inclusions & exclusions

Typically included

  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Transport in a comfortable 4x4 / suitable vehicle
  • Accommodation as per itinerary
  • Meals as per itinerary
  • Park and conservancy entry fees (as quoted)
  • Bottled drinking water on safari
  • Airport / hotel pick-up and drop-off

Not included

  • International flights and visas
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional activities (e.g. balloon flights)
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses and drinks
  • Anything not listed under inclusions

Final inclusions are confirmed in your personalised quote.

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