RU 02: 3 Nights/4 Days Tracking Rwanda Mountain Gorillas

Day 1: Kigali – Volcanoes National Park

Our Rwanda representative will receive you at Kigali International Airport. Lunch either in Kigali or Ruhengeri depending on arrival time. Proceed north to the foothills of the volcanoes that make up Volcanoes National Park. You have the choice of staying at the moderately priced Gorillas nest or the Virunga Lodge which is a high quality eco lodge with magnificent views over both the volcanoes and Lake Burera and Ruhondo. There is also the option of staying at the exclusive Sabinyo Silverback lodge.

Traveling time from Kigali to Volcanoes area; 3-4 hours.

Overnight Gorillas Nest or Virunga Lodge or Sabinyo Silverback lodge half board.

Day 2: Tracking Gorillas at Volcanoes National Park

Early breakfast before proceeding to the park head quarters where visitors assemble at 07.00 for a briefing on how to” behave” while in the company of a gorilla group. You will meet your guide here and proceed to the starting point of the trek to our allocated group of gorillas.

The length of the trek varies depending on where the gorillas are as well as what the weather conditions are. It is important to bring good hiking boots, long trousers and gloves for protection against stinging nettles, some snacks & sweets as well as sufficient amount of water as the rain forest gets hot and humid during the day.

You spend one hour with the gorillas which is a truly amazing experience “before trekking back to the base and return to your lodge / hotel.

Overnight Gorillas Nest or Virunga Lodge or Sabinyo Silverback lodge full board

Day 3: Tracking Gorillas at Volcanoes National Park

Second day of gorilla trek or a trek to the endangered Golden Monkeys. Alternatively a trek to the grave of the legendary Dian Fossey can be chosen.

Overnight Gorillas Nest or Virunga Lodge or Sabinyo Silverback lodge full board

Day 4: Volcanoes National Park – Kigali

Depart for Kigali after breakfast and visit the genocide memorial and Kigali craft market. Evening transfer to Kigali Airport.