4 days Rwanda Gorilla trekking safari

Discover one of the world’s most unforgettable wildlife experiences in Rwanda’s stunning Volcanoes National Park. This 4-day safari takes you deep into the mist-covered forests that protect the endangered mountain gorillas and the rare golden monkeys. Trek through lush volcanic landscapes as you learn about the incredible efforts behind gorilla conservation and observe these gentle giants in their natural habitat.

Set against the backdrop of five mighty Virunga volcanoes, this adventure offers breathtaking scenery, remarkable wildlife encounters, and a meaningful connection to nature. With guided treks, comfortable accommodations, and cultural experiences, this journey brings you closer to Rwanda’s wild beauty and its warm hospitality.

Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Travel to Volcanoes National Park
Day 2: Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Day 3: Exploring Volcanoes National Park
Day 4: Return to the capital – Kigali city tour – end of safari

Day 01 :

Travel to Volcanoes National Park

Your 4-day Rwanda gorilla trekking safari will begin with a guide picking you up from
Kigali airport or your residence in the capital. After a briefing, you will embark on a
drive to Volcanoes National Park – the home of Rwanda’s mountain gorillas. You will
have lunch en route and arrive at the park in the afternoon. You will then embark on
a Musanze cave tour before retiring to your select accommodation for dinner and
overnight.

Day 02 :

Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park

You will have breakfast and then report to the park headquarters. After a briefing
from park authorities, you will embark on a quest for a habituated gorilla family. The
trek normally lasts between 2-8 hours before you encounter a family. Once you find
the gorillas, you get to spend an hour observing them interact with each other and
go about their daily routine. After the excursion, you will embark on a community
tour before retiring to your lodge for the night.

Day 03 :

Exploring Volcanoes National Park

You will spend the day exploring Volcanoes National Park. The many adventures you
could embark on during the day include: golden money trekking, climbing the
Karisimbi and Bisoke volcanoes, touring the lakes and the caves, visiting the tomb of
Dian Fossey, and embarking on an Iby’Iwacu cultural village tour.

Day 04 :

Return to the capital – Kigali city tour – end of safari

After having breakfast, you will embark on a return drive to Rwanda’s capital. Once
in Kigali, you will embark on a city tour for an encounter with some of the country’s
major attractions. The places you will pay a visit to include: the Kigali Genocide
Memorial – the ‘resting place’ of more than 250,000 victims of the 1994 genocide
massacre. Later, your guide will drive you to the airport if you have a flight to catch.
This will mark the end of your safari.

4 days Rwanda Gorilla trekking safari

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