Rwanda Gorilla Trek Safari – 4 Days.

Rwanda Gorilla Trek Safari – 4 Days.

Rwanda Gorilla Trek Safari – 4 Day. Wild Planet offers this 4-day safari that starts and ends in Kigali, Rwanda. The package includes one gorilla permit for Volcanoes National Park. If you choose additional gorilla treks, you must purchase extra permits at the time of booking.

This safari gives you the rare opportunity to see some of the world’s remaining 1,063 mountain gorillas. Wild Planet allows you to track gorillas twice, creating an unforgettable wildlife experience.

Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda protects five habituated gorilla families. Most treks through the Afro-montane forest take a few hours. You can also climb one of the volcanoes, visit Dian Fossey’s grave, or track the endangered golden monkeys.

Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Day 3: Second Gorilla Trek or Golden Monkey Trek / Volcano Hike
Day 4: Return to Kigali for City Tour & Departure

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Wild Planet welcomes you at the airport and provides a private vehicle and professional guide for your transfer to Volcanoes National Park.

Before departing Kigali, your guide takes you on a tour of Rwanda’s vibrant capital city. Kigali showcases thriving markets, modern development, and scenic mountain terrain. The city stands as a powerful symbol of resilience and progress.

You may also visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where survivors and visitors honor those who lost their lives in the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. The memorial offers a place for remembrance, reflection, and education for both Rwandans and international visitors.

Volcanoes National Park ranges in altitude from 2,400 meters to 4,507 meters. The park features a chain of dramatic volcanoes that give it its name (Parc National des Volcans). It gained international recognition through the pioneering mountain gorilla research conducted by Dian Fossey over nearly 20 years.

Gorilla treks can be strenuous, as the trails climb through dense forest terrain. Once you meet a gorilla family, park regulations allow one hour of observation. Spending time with these magnificent primates creates a rare and deeply memorable experience.

Wild Planet selects accommodation ideally located near the park, offering easy access to gorilla trekking and beautiful natural surroundings.

Enjoy Rwanda’s flavorful cuisine and warm hospitality. Take guided walks, learn more about gorilla conservation, and immerse yourself in the stunning landscape.

Accommodation: Options in Volcanoes National Park (Full Board)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, Wild Planet transfers you to the ORTPN (RDB) offices for a pre-trek briefing. Rangers provide guidelines before leading you into the forest for your gorilla trek.

You hike through the scenic foothills of the Virunga Mountains, enjoying breathtaking views in every direction. As you enter the rainforest, you experience the sounds of colorful birds, golden monkeys, and signs of buffalo and elephant activity.

The trek can be physically demanding, but the reward makes every step worthwhile. When you encounter the gorillas, you observe adults feeding, grooming, and resting while young gorillas swing playfully from vines. The excitement of this close encounter quickly outweighs the effort of the climb.

Accommodation: Muhabura Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Second Gorilla Trek or Optional Activities

Today, you may choose one of the following experiences:

• A second gorilla trek (permit supplement of USD 1,500 per person, payable at booking)
• Golden monkey tracking in Volcanoes National Park
• Hiking Mount Sabinyo, Visoke, or Muhavura
• Visiting Dian Fossey’s grave
• Touring a cultural village
• Visiting local schools or community projects
• Walking to Lake Bulera

Wild Planet organizes all selected activities and ensures professional guiding throughout your experience.

Accommodation: Muhabura Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Kigali City Tour & Departure

After breakfast, Wild Planet transfers you back to Kigali.

You enjoy a guided city tour that may include visits to local markets, a pottery project, handicraft shops, the Franco-Rwandan Cultural Centre, and the Kigali Genocide Memorial.

After lunch en route, Wild Planet transfers you to the airport for your departure flight.