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2-Days/1-Night Gorilla Trekking Rwanda
  • 2 days / 1 night
  • Gorilla trek
  • Starts in Kigali

2-Days/1-Night Gorilla Trekking Rwanda

Kigali , then Volcanoes

Duration
2 days, 1 night
Starts
Kigali
Ends
Volcanoes
Countries
Rwanda
Parks and reserves
1
Travel
On foot
Vehicle
4x4, pop-up roof
Group
Max 6 guests

Where you go

2 stops on this route

Overview

Embark on a Thrilling 2-Day Gorilla Trekking Adventure in Rwanda\'s Volcanoes National Park.Discover the wonder of encountering endangered Mountain gorillas in their natural habitat on this immersive 2-day,1-night safari tour to Rwanda’s renowned Volcanoes National Park.Trek through the lush,misty slopes of the Virunga Mountains for a privileged audience with these magnificent primates.This unforgettable experience offers a profound connection with nature and a vital contributions to gorilla conservation efforts. The 2 Days gorilla tour is an exceptional package to Rwanda’s volcanoes national park home to the highest population of mountain gorillas in the Virunga conservation area. The tour also entails a city tour to various sites in Kigali such as the genocide memorial sites among others. The tour starts and ends in Rwanda.

Included on this safari

  • Pop-up roof
  • Six passengers
  • Driver guide
  • Park fees
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Bottled water
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Binoculars
  • Hotel pickup
  • Price guarantee

Day by day

Walk the route

Route in motion

Kigali

Starting point 2 stops
29° E 30° E 2° S 1° S Uganda Tanzania Rwanda Dem. Rep. Congo 01 Kigali Start 02 Volcanoes Days 01–02 50 km
Stay

Day 01 / 02

Pick up, city tour and transfer to volcanoes national park

Upon arrival in Kigali, we shall have a city tour in Kigali, Upon your arrival at the airport, our driver guide will pick up and transfer you to Kigali for a city tour. There you will visit various sites such as the Kigali genocide memorial center, Kigali convention center, and the presidential palace among others. You will have lunch in the city at Frame tree village and then transfer to Volcanoes national park. Dinner and overnight stay at Mountain gorilla view lodge/Gorilla solution lodge/Da Vinci lodge.

Volcanoes
Volcanoes, Rwanda

Overnight

Lodge confirmed when you book

Day 02 / 02

Mountain Gorilla Tracking & Departure

After an early breakfast, you will transfer to the national park headquarters for a short briefing by the park ranger before trekking. At around 8:30 am, transfer to the trekking starting point and then in your respective group follow specific trails into the forest in search of the allocated gorilla family. The trekking time depends on where the endangered species spent the previous night and their movements but will vary between 30 minutes to 6 hours. After the trek, you will drive back to the lodge for refreshment and the transfer to the airport for your return flight. {loadposition myposition}

Volcanoes
Volcanoes, Rwanda

End of safari

Drop-off at your hotel in Volcanoes

Price and timing

Shape the safari around you

Set your travelling party, compare the seasons, then ask FAD for the exact fare for your dates and preferred stay.

Your safari price Tailored quoted for your group
01

Your travelling party

Who should we price for?

Adults

Ages 18 and over

2

Children

We price each child by age

Pricing basis

2 adult rates

Group rate applies

Under 3 free. Ages 3 to 11 pay 75%. Ages 12 to 17 pay 90%.

No payment now. We confirm the exact price before you decide.

02

Your travel window

Choose the feel of your safari

Wildlife is present year-round. Season changes the landscape, demand and price more than it changes the adventure.

  • PeakJul to Oct
  • HighNov to Mar
  • LowApr to Jun
  1. Jan High
  2. Feb High
  3. Mar High
  4. Apr Low
  5. May Low
  6. Jun Low
  7. Jul Peak
  8. Aug Peak
  9. Sep Peak
  10. Oct Peak Now
  11. Nov High
  12. Dec High
  • Jul to Oct Wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara
  • Apr to May Long rains: green parks, quiet roads

Best value: April to June brings greener parks, fewer vehicles and lower seasonal rates.

Included

  • Guarantee Price, Guarantee Departure
  • All pickups from your hotel and back after safari
  • Accommodation as indicated (2 people sharing a double room with 1 or 2 separate beds. Please let us know your preference at the time of booking)
  • Activities and meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
  • All park fees and government taxes
  • Services of professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Bottled water while on safari
  • Unlimited mileage on the safari
  • Maximum of 6 passengers in the safari vehicles
  • Safari Transport and game drives in a safari minibus fitted with a pop-up roof tops and guarantee of a window seat for game viewing and photography.
  • All safari Minibus carries safari accessories such as wildlife books, cooler box, binoculars, a first aid kit, fire extinguisher and it has a guaranteed window seats. Option for a jeep available at a small fee.

Not included

  • International air fare
  • Items of a personal nature such as passport, visa and traveler’s insurance
  • Tips to driver-guide

Before you ask

The questions we get most

Answered from this itinerary, not from a template. Anything still open, our team in Mombasa will answer the same day.

Ask us yours
How long is the 2-Days/1-Night Gorilla Trekking Rwanda?

It runs for 2 days and 1 night. The pace is set by the driving between parks, so the itinerary shows what each day holds.

Where does the 2-Days/1-Night Gorilla Trekking Rwanda go?

It starts in Kigali. It visits Volcanoes.

How much does the 2-Days/1-Night Gorilla Trekking Rwanda cost?

We quote this safari for your dates rather than publishing a single price. The cost depends on when you travel, how many of you there are and which lodges you choose. Send your dates and we will price it.

What is included in the 2-Days/1-Night Gorilla Trekking Rwanda?

Guarantee Price, Guarantee Departure. All pickups from your hotel and back after safari. Accommodation as indicated (2 people sharing a double room with 1 or 2 separate beds. Please let us know your preference at the time of booking). Activities and meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner). All park fees and government taxes. Services of professional English-speaking driver-guide.

What vehicle will I travel in?

Our own 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser or a safari minibus, both with a pop-up roof for game viewing. We carry a maximum of six passengers, so every seat is a window seat, and the vehicle is serviced after every safari.

When is the best time to travel?

The safari year runs in three seasons. July to October is peak season, with the driest ground and the strongest game viewing. November to March is warm and clear. April to June brings the long rains, greener country, quieter parks and our lowest prices.

2 days, Kigali to Volcanoes

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