One Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour

Duration6h - 10h

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, French

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Thinking about a gorilla trekking safari in Rwanda? Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure deep in misty forests, where encounters with mountain giants become unforgettable memories.

This One Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking with Dian Fossey or Guardians takes you into Volcanoes National Park for a journey tracking endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

Coming face-to-face with a mountain gorilla is raw, wild, and deeply moving many say it’s life changing. You’ll be close enough to hear their breath, smell their earthy scent, and feel a powerful connection we share 98% of their DNA.

Enjoy an early departure from Kigali on a scenic 2–2.5 hour drive in a premium 4×4 safari vehicle with Wi-Fi and charging ports.

Your experience includes Rwanda’s conservation story with a visit to the Ellen Campus or the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village, a former ex-poachers’ community showcasing Rwanda’s culture & transformation.

Perfect for a short but unforgettable African adventure.

Options

Gorilla Trek & Guardians Villa

Gorilla Trek & Rwandan Culture: Experience a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with Rwanda’s majestic mountain gorillas
World-class: followed by an immersive celebration of vibrant Rwandan culture, traditions, music, and dance.
Duration: 10 hours
Lunch and drinks are included
Kigali - Volcanoes National P: Kigali - Musanze - Volcanoes National Park
4WD: Safari Vehicle, SUV
Pickup included

Gorilla trek & Dian Fossey Exp

Gorilla Trek & Dian Fossey Leg: Experience a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with Rwanda’s mountain gorillas
World-class: followed by an inspiring visit exploring Dian Fossey’s remarkable legacy in gorilla conservation.
Duration: 10 hours
Lunch and beverages included
Kigali - Volcanoes National P: Kigali - Musanze - Volcanoes National Park
4WD: Safari vehicle, SUV
Pickup included

Mountain Gorilla Trekking

Gorilla Trekking Experience: Journey into Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park for a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with endangered mountain gorillas
World-class: in their natural habitat. Ideal for travelers with limited time, this day trip includes gorilla trekking, lunch, and return
Duration: 8 hours
Lunch and beverages included: Enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter, followed by lunch and a comfortable return to Kigali.
Kigali – Volcanoes National P: Kigali – Musanze – Volcanoes National Park – Kigali
4WD safari vehicle or SUV
Pickup included

What's included

• Optional Visit to Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund or Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village.
• Private Transport: 4x4 Safari vehicle, 4x4 Safari Car
• Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Kigali City and or Kigali airport
•Stay Connected On Board with Wi-Fi and Power Charging System for your devices & comfortable Journey
• Unforgettable photo opportunities that last a lifetime – every moment is wild and wonderful.
• Gorilla Trekking Certificate By Afri Safaris
• Professional driver guide by Afri Safaris
• Assistance with the tourist permit application process for gorilla trekking in Rwanda.
• Lunch • Plenty of Water • Coffee (Beverages).

• Gorilla permit costs vary by nationality. Permits are limited daily & must be purchased in advance
• Tips • Porter fees •Personal expenses
• Everything else not mentioned in the inclusions

What to expect

Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
6h · Admission ticket not included

A transfer, begins & ends in Kigali

SIMPLE ITINERARY:

You should wake up early & order for breakfast as you wait for the driver to pick you up. Afri Safaris driver guide will take you to the RDB headquarter in Kinigi for briefing by 7:00am. This briefing is very important and is where you will meet other tourists and Rangers who will be leading you to the forest. The briefing covers many topics but the most important is how to behave around the gorillas, what to expect and what to carry along while tracking the gorillas. You will be assigned a gorilla family taking into consideration your overall fitness and age. This is because some of the gorilla groups are located deeper in the forest hence requiring more hours of trekking. Porters are available to help you with extra luggage. Park Rangers will lead you into the forest to track the primates. Trekking takes btn 2 to 6 hours.

After an hour of observing the mountain gorillas, our Guide will be waiting for you at the starting point.
Iby'iwacu Cultural Village
45m · Admission ticket included

After Gorilla trekking, then you will be transferred to Iby'iwacu cultural village. Iby'iwacu Cultural Village is a village of ex-poachers, those previously stealing the gorillas due to poverty, they now stopped poaching. The Iby’iwacu cultural village is one of the leading cultural attractions in Rwanda. The Village combines all of Rwanda’s known cultural traditions, people & history into one place for display & a personal experience. International visitors get to see what life was in a typical African village setting – the lifestyle, houses, traditional dances, dressing code, food, herbs & how the ancient kingdoms were generally organized. Tourists are given an opportunity to learn ancient hunting skills, try weaving baskets/mats, carpentry. This unique experience has won the hearts of many visitors who wish to indulge in the culture of Rwanda’s native community after seeing gorillas. Village offers an opportunities to purchase local craft, gifts & souvenir to show friends back home.
Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund
45m · Admission ticket included

The Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund in Rwanda is a fantastic place for those interested in wildlife conservation, gorillas, and the legacy of Dian Fossey. It's a hub for education, research, and conservation efforts, particularly focused on the endangered mountain gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park region.

1. Learn About Gorillas and Conservation
The campus has educational exhibits that provide in-depth information about gorilla behavior, the history of Dian Fossey's work, and the current conservation efforts to protect mountain gorillas.

You can explore interactive displays that highlight the work of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and its impact on protecting gorillas and their habitat.

2. Visit the Gorilla Research Center
You can get an up-close look at the research efforts dedicated to understanding gorilla behavior, health, & conservation challenges. This includes a detailed look at how gorilla tracking, monitoring, & anti-poaching efforts are managed.
1h · Admission ticket included

Stop by Migano Cafe in Musanze for the lunch (•Hot lunch of your choice on the food menu at Migano Cafe Musanze)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Please give some details about the hotel name for pickup or the street number of the house and the neighborhood in Kigali city. Or along the way to Volcanoes National Park

Additional information

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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