Gorilla Trekking Day Trip
One-day rainforest trek into Volcanoes National Park to meet mountain gorillas and enjoy a life-changing wildlife encounter.
Experience one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife encounters on a full-day gorilla trekking adventure in Volcanoes National Park. Perfect for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts, this trek combines scenic drives, lush mountain forests, and up-close observation of endangered mountain gorillas.
Start early with a 4:00AM pick-up from Kigali and start a 3 hours’ drive to Volcanoes National Park. Upon arrival, attend a briefing by expert rangers about the assigned to a gorilla family. Trek through bamboo and dense forest, with duration depending on the gorillas’ location. Spend a regulated hour observing the family in their natural habitat, learning about their behaviors and conservation. After the trek, enjoy lunch at a nearby local restaurant, before returning to Kigali in the evening..
- Transport in a comfortable 4×4 vehicle
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Volcanoes National Park gorilla trekking permit
- Park briefing and ranger guidance
- Lunch after the trek
- Optional visit to Twin Lakes
- Bottled drinking water
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Kigali
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