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5 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari With Two Trekking Permits
5 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari With Two Trekking Permits
The 5 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari With Two Trekking Permits is an extraordinary wildlife adventure designed for travellers seeking more time with endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Your journey begins in Kigali with a scenic transfer to Volcanoes National Park, home to the magnificent Virunga Mountains and Rwanda’s remarkable mountain gorilla population. Unlike a traditional gorilla safari, this experience includes two separate mountain gorilla trekking adventures, allowing you to spend up to one unforgettable hour observing habituated gorillas on each trekking day. Witness powerful silverbacks, playful juveniles and mothers caring for their young while enjoying exceptional wildlife photography opportunities and gaining a deeper appreciation of gorilla conservation.
Your 5 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari With Two Trekking Permits also introduces you to Rwanda’s rich cultural heritage and breathtaking landscapes. Visit the Gorilla Guardians Cultural Village to experience traditional dances, local customs and meaningful community interactions before continuing to the beautiful shores of Lake Kivu. Enjoy a peaceful sunset boat cruise, picturesque lakeside scenery and relaxing moments overlooking the water. With private transportation, comfortable accommodation, experienced guiding and two gorilla trekking permits included per person, this safari offers a rewarding combination of unforgettable primate encounters, cultural discovery and relaxation before returning to Kigali for your international departure.
Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary – 5 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari With Two Trekking Permits
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – Scenic Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Your 5 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari With Two Trekking Permits begins upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, where your professional English-speaking driver-guide will warmly welcome you. After a brief introduction to your safari adventure, enjoy a scenic 2–3-hour transfer to Volcanoes National Park, passing Rwanda’s beautiful rolling hills, traditional villages and picturesque countryside.
Upon arrival, check in at your selected lodge and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the magnificent Virunga Mountains. Spend the afternoon relaxing, admiring the beautiful volcanic scenery or enjoying your lodge’s facilities. In the evening, enjoy dinner and prepare for your first unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking experience.
Meal Plan: Dinner, depending on arrival time.
Approximate Transfer Time: 2–3 hours.
Safari Activity: Scenic Transfer and Virunga Mountain Viewing.
Day 2: First Mountain Gorilla Trekking Experience in Volcanoes National Park
After an early breakfast, transfer to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters in Kinigi for your first gorilla trekking briefing. Experienced park rangers will explain trekking procedures and conservation guidelines before accompanying you through beautiful bamboo forests and volcanic slopes in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family.
Your first mountain gorilla trekking experience allows you to spend up to one extraordinary hour observing endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Witness powerful silverbacks, playful juveniles and mothers caring for their infants while enjoying remarkable photography opportunities. After this unforgettable encounter, return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation, surrounded by the magnificent Virunga Mountains.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Safari Activity: First Guided Mountain Gorilla Trekking Experience.
Day 3: Second Mountain Gorilla Trekking Experience – Afternoon Relaxation
Today offers another extraordinary opportunity to encounter endangered mountain gorillas during your 5 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari With Two Trekking Permits. After an early breakfast, return to the park headquarters for your second trekking briefing before entering the rainforest with experienced park rangers. Your second gorilla permit provides another opportunity to spend up to one unforgettable hour observing a habituated gorilla family.
This additional mountain gorilla trekking adventure allows you to appreciate different gorilla behaviours, capture more wildlife photographs and deepen your understanding of these magnificent primates. Each trek offers a unique experience depending on gorilla movements and forest conditions. After completing your trek, return to your lodge for lunch, relaxation and a peaceful evening overlooking the beautiful volcanic landscapes.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Safari Activity: Second Guided Mountain Gorilla Trekking Experience.
Day 4: Gorilla Guardians Cultural Village – Transfer to Lake Kivu – Sunset Boat Cruise
After breakfast, visit the Gorilla Guardians Cultural Village, formerly known as Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village, for an authentic Rwandan cultural experience. Discover traditional dances, storytelling, local crafts and fascinating community traditions while learning how cultural tourism supports local livelihoods and mountain gorilla conservation around Volcanoes National Park.
Following your cultural experience, enjoy a scenic 1½–2-hour transfer to the beautiful shores of Lake Kivu. Upon arrival, check in at your selected lakeside hotel and enjoy lunch before relaxing beside the peaceful waters. Later, embark on a beautiful sunset boat cruise, weather permitting, admiring picturesque islands, surrounding green hills and magnificent lake scenery before returning for dinner and overnight relaxation.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
Approximate Transfer Time: 1½–2 hours.
Safari Activities: Gorilla Guardians Cultural Experience and Lake Kivu Sunset Boat Cruise.
Day 5: Lake Kivu Relaxation – Scenic Return to Kigali – International Departure
On the final morning of your 5 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari With Two Trekking Permits, enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking the peaceful waters of Lake Kivu. Depending on your departure schedule, spend some time relaxing along the lakeshore, enjoying beautiful scenery or taking a peaceful morning walk before checking out of your hotel.
After breakfast, meet your professional English-speaking driver-guide for the scenic 3–4-hour journey back to Kigali. Travel through Rwanda’s picturesque countryside, passing rolling hills, traditional villages and beautiful green landscapes. Upon arrival in Kigali, transfer to Kigali International Airport in time for your scheduled international departure, concluding your unforgettable double gorilla trekking adventure in Rwanda.
Meal Plan: Breakfast.
Approximate Transfer Time: 3–4 hours.
Safari Activity: Lake Kivu Relaxation and Airport Transfer.
Departure Recommendation: An afternoon or evening international flight is recommended to allow sufficient time for your return transfer.
Book your 5 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari With Two Trekking Permits
Included/Exclude
- Two Rwanda gorilla trekking permits ($3,000 per person)
- Accommodation for 4 nights
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Gorilla Guardians Cultural Village experience
- Lake Kivu sunset boat cruise
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Personal travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
