Rwanda Gorillas & Golden Monkeys

Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights

Price
$2,500 – $4,500

Group Size
Max 8

Difficulty
Moderate

Rwanda offers the most exclusive gorilla trekking experience in Africa. This 4-day journey in the Virunga Mountains combines gorilla trekking ($1,500 permit) with golden monkey tracking ($100) and a visit to the Dian Fossey Research Center — where decades of gorilla conservation history comes alive.

Rwanda’s compact size means short transfer times and more time with wildlife. From Kigali, the drive to Volcanoes National Park takes just 2.5 hours through stunning terraced hillsides that earned Rwanda its nickname — the Land of a Thousand Hills.

Additional activities include volcano hikes to Bisoke crater lake ($75), the challenging Karisimbi 2-day summit ($400), and cultural experiences with former poacher communities now working in conservation.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Arrive Kigali, Transfer to Volcanoes NP

Arrive at Kigali International Airport. Optional visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial — a powerful and important experience. Drive 2.5 hours north through terraced hills to your lodge near Volcanoes National Park.

Gorilla Trekking

Report to Kinigi park headquarters at 7 AM. After a briefing and traditional Intore dance performance, your group of 8 sets off with rangers into the bamboo forest. The trek to the gorilla family can take 1-4 hours. Spend one hour in the presence of these magnificent creatures. Return to the lodge for a celebratory lunch. Afternoon at leisure or visit a local community project.

Golden Monkey Tracking & Dian Fossey

Morning golden monkey tracking in the bamboo forests — these beautiful primates are found only in the Virunga Mountains. Afternoon hike to the Dian Fossey Research Center and her grave site at Karisoke, learning about her pioneering gorilla conservation work.

Return to Kigali & Departure

Drive back to Kigali with stops at a coffee cooperative and local craft market. Transfer to the airport for your onward journey. Optional extension to Akagera National Park or Nyungwe Forest.

What's Included

Return transfers from Kigali
Gorilla trekking permit ($1,500)
Golden monkey tracking permit ($100)
All park entry fees
Full-board lodge accommodation
Professional guide
Dian Fossey Research Center visit
Bottled water

Not Included

International flights
Rwanda visa ($50 e-Visa or visa-on-arrival)
Travel insurance
Gratuities
Alcoholic beverages
Porter hire ($20)
Optional volcano hikes

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