About this experience
Are you interested in booking a gorilla safari in Rwanda? That's an awesome idea! We have firsthand experience and can assure you that it's absolutely worth it. When you choose to go gorilla trekking in Rwanda, we specialize in tailoring unique group and private gorilla trekking tours to Volcanoes National Park. As providers of luxury safaris in Rwanda, we take pride in our certified safari guides who are registered with the Rwanda Safari Guides Association. With our expertise and attention to detail, we guarantee a 99% chance of gorilla sightings when you book your gorilla safari with us. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of these magnificent creatures, witnessing their natural habitat up close. Our tailor-made tours ensure an unforgettable experience, combining comfort, adventure, and expert guidance. Get ready to embark on a journey of a lifetime, where you'll create cherished memories and develop a deep appreciation for Rwanda's incredible biodiversity.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What is included
- Private transportation
- Meals with locals drinks.
- professional driver-guide
- pick up and drop off any where in Kigali
Not included
- Gorilla Permit: Mandatory, Share Passport copy(s) for assistance.
- Tips to the guide and park rangers.
- Anything not explicitly mentioned.
Itinerary and highlights
Early wake up and drive to volcanoes take 3 hours approx explore a land of thousand hills by driving into majestic hills of northern province head to the park which is characterized by open grasslands, bamboo forests and swamps. The Volcanoes National Park once stretched all the way to parts of the Virunga National Park in DR Congo. The park sits in one of Africa’s most mountainous zones including five volcanoes – Karisimbi, Sabinyo, Bisoke, Muhavura and Gahinga. Mount Karisimbi is the highest of them all at 4,507 meters. The Volcanoes National Park is bordered by the Virunga National Park in DR Congo, Mgahinga National Park in Uganda and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest when it was gazetted as one large protected area known as Volcanoes Ecosystem.
There are about 360 mountain gorillas remaining in the whole world today, which gives you an opportunity for you to see half of these remaining gorillas in one place.
At 4:30 am our safari driver guide will pick you up and drive off to the park. It’s a 2 and half hour long drive to get to the Volcanoes National Park in Ruhengeri, which is a habitat to the endangered Mountain gorillas. At exactly 7.30 am, we move to the park’s headquarters in Kinigi Village where you are briefed by the ranger about the rules and regulations for Gorilla tracking before you head off to the jungle. The trek normally lasts between 2 and 5 hours depending on the location of the gorilla family and a maximum of eight visitors is allowed per gorilla family. Once you reach the gorillas you are permitted to stay for one hour to view them. The minimum age for gorilla trekking in Rwanda is 15 years.
According haw took the gorilla Trekking there is a chance to visit iby'iwacu culture village to lean more about rwandan culture related to traditional medicine, traditional dances, traditional wedding, handcrafts shopping, ........
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Universal Ventures -Gorilla trekking Rwanda-wildlife safari Rwanda-visit Rwanda.
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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