2 days gorilla trek in Rwanda Raven
Tour Overview
The 2 Days Gorilla Trek in Rwanda offers a short yet unforgettable adventure designed for travelers with limited time who still want to experience one of the world’s most breathtaking wildlife encounters. Starting and ending in Kigali, this tour takes you to Volcanoes National Park, the home of Rwanda’s endangered mountain gorillas. The journey begins with a scenic two-hour drive through Rwanda’s “Land of a Thousand Hills,” passing lush countryside, green landscapes, and local villages.
Your gorilla trek takes place on the second day, where you’ll join experienced rangers and follow the trails through the dense rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family. Once found, you will spend a magical hour observing the gorillas as they feed, play, rest, and interact in their natural habitat—an encounter considered one of Africa’s most powerful wildlife experiences. This short trip is perfect for business travelers, weekend visitors, or anyone seeking a fast but premium gorilla trekking adventure.
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 transfer to Kigali
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 back to Kigali for your flight back home.
End of tour
What’s included?
- Two Gorilla Trekking Permits (Volcanoes National Park)
- Airport pick-up and drop-off (Kigali International Airport)
- All accommodation as per itinerary (mid-range or luxury options available)
- All meals during the tour (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
- 4×4 Safari Vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver/guide
- All park entry fees
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
- Government taxes and ranger fees
- Kigali city tour (optional, if time allows)
What’s not included?
- International flights
- Rwanda Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (laundry, souvenirs, tips, drinks at lodges)
- Optional activities (Iby’Iwacu cultural village, Golden Monkey trek, Dian Fossey hike)
- Porter fees during gorilla trekking (optional but recommended)
- Alcoholic beverages
