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3 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Safari

Visiting Volcanoes

  • Gorilla
  • Wildlife

About 3 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Safari

  • Gorilla trekking
  • Kigali City Tour
  • Cultural village visit
  • Optional – visit to the twin lakes, the caves or visit to Dian Fossey’s grave

These 3 days will give you an opportunity to trek gorillas and also experience Rwanda’s culture. The safari will take you to Kigali for a city tour, to Volcanoes NP for a perfect gorilla trekking experience and a community walk in one of the cultural villages.

Written out in full

Day by day

3 days described below.

  1. Day 1

    Arrival – Kigali City Tour – Volcanoes NP

    Pick up by your driver/guide from the hotel in Kigali or from the Airport; he will brief you about the 3 days safari and the take you around Kigali for a tour. You will visit the Genocide memorial site, craft markets and the national museum as long as time allows. Have lunch while still in Kigali and after that drive to the Park, the journey time is 2 to 3 hours. Arrive at your lodge and check in.

    Accommodation Options;

    • Budget: Muhabura Hotel
    • Midrange: Le Bamboo
    • Luxury: Virunga Lodge
  2. Day 2

    Gorilla Trekking – Volcanoes National Park

    Enjoy an early breakfast, and your driver will transfer you to the Park head offices for briefing. After briefing follow the trail into the jungle in search for the mighty giants as guides by ranger guides. During the trek you will see various bird species and beautiful sceneries. Ensure to follow all the rules and regulations as told to you and your trek will be amazing.

    You will only have one hour with the gorillas and after that transfer to the lodge for relaxation. In the evening you could visit the twin lakes or visit the caves or simply choose to stay at the lodge and relax there.

    Accommodation Options;

    • Budget: Muhabura Hotel
    • Midrange: Le Bamboo
    • Luxury: Virunga Lodge
  3. Day 3

    Cultural Village Visit and Departure

    Have breakfast, and head out to visit a cultural village to experience Rwanda’s culture through music, dance and drama. You could visit Iby’iwacu Village where you will be guided through the culture and historical background of Rwanda. After this experience, transfer to Kigali have lunch and your driver will drop you off at the hotel or airport for your flight.

Where it goes

1 park and reserve

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