Gorillas in the Virunga Mountains
Volcanoes Gorilla Trekking
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Duration
3 days
Group size
2–6 guests + ranger guide
Difficulty
Moderate
From
$3,950 pp
Overview
The shortest route to the world's most famous wildlife encounter. A morning trek from Kinigi climbs into the bamboo and Hagenia forests of the Virungas to find a habituated mountain gorilla family — an hour in their company is the experience Rwanda is famous for.
✓ Gorilla trekking permit in Volcanoes NP included
✓ Trek among the Virunga volcanoes
✓ Golden monkey tracking add-on
✓ Iby'Iwacu cultural village visit
Day by Day
The itinerary
- 1
Kigali to Kinigi
Morning drive through the terraced hills of northern Rwanda to the volcano foothills.
- 2
Gorilla Trekking Day
Dawn briefing, trek to a gorilla family, one hour in their company.
- 3
Return to Kigali
Optional golden monkey or cultural visit, drive back to Kigali.
Included
- ✓Gorilla permit (USD 1500)
- ✓Licensed trekking guide and porters
- ✓Full-board accommodation
- ✓All transfers
Not included
- ✕International flights
- ✕Visa fees
- ✕Travel insurance
- ✕Golden monkey permit
- ✕Tips
- ✕Drinks
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