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1 Day Rwanda Ultimate Gorilla Trekking Safari
- 10–16 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Experience an extraordinary journey into Volcanoes National Park, guided by an expert driver who ensures a smooth, insightful adventure. Set on the misty slopes of the Virunga Mountains, this park offers the rare privilege of witnessing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Your knowledgeable guide leads you through lush jungle trails, where you’ll spend an unforgettable hour observing gorillas up close—watching them play, rest, and interact. Beyond the gorillas, enjoy optional hikes to scenic trails, including Mount Bisoke’s crater lake, or visit the Dian Fossey tomb and Karisoke Research Centre to learn about Fossey’s iconic conservation work. Your driver-guide enriches the experience with in-depth stories of the park’s history and wildlife. After descending the mountain, relax over a well-deserved lunch at the Migali Hotel. This tour blends expert guidance with unforgettable wildlife encounters, making your adventure in Rwanda’s gorilla sanctuary truly exceptional.
Inclusions
What's included
- Inter-resort transfers from start to end of tour
- Emergency Medical Evacuation Services
- Lunch
- Our assistance from start to end of tour
- 1 Gorilla permit per person (this includes briefing at RDB offices, guide, trek – US$ 1500)
- Services of a licensed, professional , experienced English speaking driver guide
- Bottled mineral water in the vehicles during the tour
- Pick up from hotel or residence
- Private use of modern custom made safari landcruiser with WI-FI where there is reception
What's not
- International and domestic travel expenses
- Porters at the park (US$ 20/per person)
- Optional extras whilst in Rwanda not mentioned in the itinerary
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
Discover the wonders of Volcanoes National Park, nestled on Rwanda’s misty Virunga Mountain slopes near the DRC border. This renowned sanctuary is home to rare mountain gorillas, offering visitors a rare chance for an up-close encounter with these incredible primates. Guided treks lead through lush forest trails, where you’ll spend an unforgettable hour observing gorilla families in their natural habitat. Beyond the gorillas, enjoy scenic hikes, explore the famous Dian Fossey tomb and Karisoke Research Centre, or trek to Mount Bisoke’s crater lake. After descending the mountain, relax with lunch at the Migali Hotel, reflecting on this bucket-list adventure filled with Rwanda’s breathtaking landscapes and iconic wildlife.
If time allows, travelers can enhance their experience with an optional visit to the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund for an additional USD 35 per person. This visit offers a deeper understanding of Fossey’s groundbreaking work in gorilla conservation and the ongoing efforts to protect these incredible creatures, making it a meaningful addition to the day’s adventure.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Gorille Africain Tours
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Kigali
- Its from-price is 852% above the median of the 139 day trips we list in Kigali.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 73 of 139.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Kigali
Kigali is Rwanda's capital, a tidy city on green hills in the middle of the country, with memorials, craft markets and routes to gorilla country.
Kigali spreads across several hills in the heart of Rwanda, at about 1,500 metres, so the air is mild all year. The Kigali Genocide Memorial tells the story of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi and honours those buried there. The Kandt House Museum holds natural history displays in the house of the German colonial resident Richard Kandt, and the Inema Arts Centre shows contemporary Rwandan art.
Top-ranked sights in Kigali: Kigali Genocide Memorial, Volcanoes National Park.
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