3 days gorilla trekking in Rwanda Raven
Overview
Tour Overview
This 3-day gorilla trekking adventure takes you into the lush forests of Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. The journey begins with scenic drives through rolling hills, verdant tea plantations, and traditional Rwandan villages, offering a glimpse of local life and culture.
Upon arrival at your lodge, you can relax and prepare for the main highlight: an early morning guided gorilla trek led by experienced park rangers. Trek through dense rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family, and witness these gentle giants up close as they feed, play, and interact naturally—an experience that is both awe-inspiring and deeply moving.
The tour also provides opportunities to explore the serene forest surroundings and engage with local communities, gaining insight into Rwandan culture and traditions. With comfortable lodgings and expertly guided treks, this 3-day adventure is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and adventure seekers seeking an immersive, unforgettable gorilla trekking experience in Rwanda.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Volcanoes national park.
Upon arrival at Kigali international airport, you will be met and greeted by your English-speaking guide. He will briefly take you through your trip plan and then to Volcanoes national park. If time allows, you will visit you visit the Ellen DE generous by Dian Fossey Museum for a virtual gorilla trek.
Accommodation: Farm house Rwanda (Luxury)/ Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel (Midrange)/ Gorillas Volcanoes (Budget)
Meal Plan: Dinner.
Day 2: Gorilla trekking and Ibwiwachu cultural tour
On this day, you will have a great time meeting with the mountain gorillas in Volcanoes national park! After a tasty breakfast, you guide will pick you from the lodge. You will head for briefing by ranger guides at 7:30 and at 8:30am with packed lunch. You will start the trek to hunt for the gorillas and after finding them you will spend with them a maximum of 1 hour. This walk can take 4-5 hours depending on where you meet the gorillas. The park is steep; it is a real hiking and being
physically fit is recommended. After trekking, you will be driven to Ibwiwachu community, the gorilla guidance community for participation in the traditional Rwanda through traditional; dances, poems, dressing codes among others.
Accommodation: Farm house Rwanda (Luxury)/ Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel (Midrange)/ Gorillas Volcanoes (Budget)
Meal Plan: Full board.
Day 3: Golden Monkey trekking & transfer to Kigali
This will take us through the edges of the forest via potato fields and the briefing will be conducted in the same place where the usual Kinigi park office is located this means the trekking will take us 3-4 hours after the trekking, we shall return to the lodge for lunch. After lunch, you will transfer back to Kigali for your flight back home.
End of tour
What’s included?
- Accommodation as specified above
- Meals as specified above
- Transportation
- English-speaking Guide
- Gorilla permits
- All transfers
What’s not included?
- International flights
- Visas
- Tips and gratuities
- Items of a personal nature
