4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Safari
4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Safari

4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Safari

Safari  overview

4-Days Rwanda gorilla trekking safari. The 4-day tour starts in Kigali city and also ends with in the same city which is Rwanda’s capital. Tracking of the mountain gorillas will take place in Volcanoes National Park which has a total of 400 mountain gorillas which is half of the 880 gorillas remaining in the whole world. This safari gives you an opportunity to track the mountain gorillas as well as the golden monkeys within the same park.

Day Activity
Day 1: Pick up from Airport- Volcanoes National Park
Day 2: Gorilla tracking in Volcanoes national park
Day 3: Golden monkey tracking or optional Dian Fossey tomb visit
Day 4: Kigali city tour- Departure

Detailed itinerary

Day 1: Pick up from Airport- Volcanoes National Park

When you arrive at Kigali Airport, you will be picked up by your driver guide who will drive you to Kigali which is Rwanda’s capital. After your lunch in the city, you will set out for a city tour; this city has well developed markets, amazing history which is to do with the 1994 genocide-you will be able to visit the genocide memorial site, also have a visit in art galleries.

Later begin on your tour to Volcanoes National Park which is located approximately 80 km from Kigali. Arrive at the park and check in at the lodge of your choice, Have dinner and overnight.

  • Accommodation: La Palme Hotel
  • Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Gorilla tracking in Volcanoes national park

Enjoy a hefty breakfast in the morning; after be picked up by your guide that will take you to the headquarters of the park, where you will be briefed about the rules and regulations concerning gorilla trekking in the park. This activity is really thrilling as you will have amazing views of the Virungas, and when you meet the gentle giants you will watch them play, feed, among other things, which is an unforgettable experience.

On top of watching the gorillas you will be able to see other animals like elephants, monkeys, buffaloes as well as various species of birds. Later after trekking head back to the lodge for a late lunch. Throughout the evening, you can take a walk in the community or choose to stay and unwind at the lodge

  • Accommodation: La Palme Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 3: Golden monkey tracking or optional Dian Fossey tomb visit

Have breakfast early enough and after carry on guided by the park ranger to track the golden monkeys, these animals are very interesting to watch while they play, move around trees and feed.

Another alternative could be visiting the Dian Fossey tomb, here you will find out a lot concerning this primatologist who once took care of mountain gorillas (please note that; optional activities are not included in the final costing). Return to the lodge for lunch and in the afternoon, visit a local school where you will interact with the locals.

  • Accommodation La Palme Hotel
  • Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Day 4: Kigali city tour- Departure

After a heavy breakfast, check out of the park and transfer to Kigali airport. In the mean-time you will go for a city tour and visit a few places like pottery projects, markets, handicraft shops, the national museum etc. Later have lunch still in the city and drive to the airport for your flight back home.

End Of Safari

Tour inclusions;

  • Gorilla trekking permits
  • Golden monkey tracking
  • Accommodation
  • Tour guide (Full time)
  • Transport
  • Bottled water
  • all other tour activities mentioned above.

Tour Exclusions;

  • Visas
  • International flights
  • Personal expenses like Cigars, beers, tips, souvenirs, laundry services among others and any other optional activity.

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