3 Days Volcanoes National Park Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour

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The 3 Days Volcanoes National Park Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour offers an exceptional opportunity to experience one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife encounters coming face to face with endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. This short yet powerful adventure immerses you in the beauty of Volcanoes National Park, a mist-covered rainforest known for its rich biodiversity, volcanic landscapes, and rare primate species. Ideal for travelers with limited time, the tour provides a deep connection to nature through expertly guided gorilla trekking, breathtaking scenery, and meaningful conservation awareness.

Visitors can expect lush forest trails, diverse birdlife, and the chance to learn about Rwanda’s commitment to protecting its wildlife. Designed for adventurers, nature lovers, and photographers, this gorilla trekking experience combines comfort, exploration, and unforgettable moments in one of the world’s most celebrated primate destinations. It is the perfect choice for anyone seeking an authentic and memorable Rwanda wildlife encounter within a short timeframe.

Included/Excluded

Park fees(For non-residents)
Gorilla permits(One per person, non-resident)
Chimp permits(One per person, non-resident)
All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water(On all days)

International flights(From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fee

Tour Plan

Day 1 – Visit Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Upon arrival, your driver guide will pick you up and transfer you to the Kigali Genocide Memorial Center, commemorating the 1994 genocide of 250 000 Tutsi tribe. This memorial also educates about how the genocide against the Tutsi took shape and examines genocide in the 20th century. Spending time here is very emotional, so brace yourself to shed a few tears. After the memorial centre visit, we will depart for Volcanoes National Park.

Day 2 – Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

After an early breakfast, your driver guide will transfer you to the headquarters of Volcanoes National Park for a briefing at 7:00am. Here, you will be divided into groups, and a ranger guide will accompany you into the jungle. You will walk for approximately 1-2 hours before you meet the primates. Upon meeting them, you will have 1 hour to watch them play, feed, and go about their daily life as you take photographs or videos. Then, you head back to the starting point to meet your driver guide, who will transfer you to the next activity. Next is a cultural dance experience hosted by ex-poachers. You will enter an environment where a king reigns and watch an authentic traditional medicine man try out his concoction. You will also see the local milling stone and observe traditional marriage rituals under a king’s reign.

Day 3 – Golden Monkey Tracking, Twin Lakes and Return to Kigali