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1 Day Gorilla Trek in Volcanoes National Park

Embark on an unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda. This full-day trip includes a scenic drive from Kigali, a guided trek to see mountain gorillas, lunch at a select lodge, and optional cultural or town visits. Experience the thrill of encountering habituated gorilla groups in their natural habitat.

  • Pick up at the beginning and drop off at your designated hotel or airport after the tour
  • Private use of a safari 4x4 vehicle
  • Professional, experienced English-speaking driver guide
  • 1 Gorilla permit
  • Lunch at a select lodge
  • Bottled mineral water in the vehicle during the tour and for your trek
  • Emergency medical evacuation services
  • Our assistance

  • Breakfast (please pre-book a breakfast box)
  • Optional extras whilst in Volcanoes National Park
  • Drinks throughout the trip (except those mentioned in the itinerary)
  • PCR test (RWF 50,000 or US$50 per test, required 24–48 hours before travel)
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Personal expenses such as telephone calls, mini bar, porter-age, travel insurance, etc.

  • 04:30: Depart Kigali for Musanze and Volcanoes National Park.
  • 07:00: Arrive at the park headquarters for the mandatory briefing.
  • 08:00: Transfer to the trek starting point, join your guide and other trekkers.
  • Gorilla trek: Experience a unique encounter with mountain gorillas in their natural environment.
  • After trek: Descend from the mountains and proceed to a restaurant of your choice for lunch and boot cleaning.
  • Optional activities: Visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus for the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund or a cultural village; short guided tour of Musanze town if time permits.
  • Return: Drive back to Kigali.
  • Arrival: Drop off at your designated hotel or Kigali International Airport.
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1 Day Gorilla Trek in Volcanoes National Park

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