About this experience
Enjoy a memorable one-day gorilla trekking adventure in Volcanoes National Park, set in Rwanda’s spectacular Virunga Mountains. The journey starts early with a scenic drive from Kigali, followed by a guided trek through lush forests to encounter endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
Spend an unforgettable hour observing their behavior and family dynamics up close. When time allows, enrich your experience with a visit to the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village, where former poachers have transformed into conservation ambassadors, sharing traditional dances, local customs, and inspiring stories of community-led conservation. This experience offers the perfect blend of wildlife, culture, and meaningful impact.
At a glance
- Duration: 8 hr–12 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 8 hr–12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Private transportation
- Pick up and drop off
- Bottled water
- All Taxes
- Lunch
- Gorilla Permit Fees(If Opted)
- Comfortable 4x4 Safari Car, Modified LandCruiser
Not included
- Gorilla permit fee (if not Opted)
Itinerary and highlights
Pick up and transfer to Volcanoes National Park.
4:30AM, Our tour guide will be at your chosen pick up location. It can be at your residence, hotel, airbnb or airport.
The volcanoes national park is in the northern province of Rwanda. It is a 108km distance and 2h30min drive from Kigali.
Enjoy the scenic roadtrip in the country of beautiful thousand hills. Along the way you will meet with the locals going to the rural markets carrying the commodities (large green bananas, irish potatoes...) on their head.
As you arrive at the park, you will receive a warm coffee and a short briefing before the tracking.
Volcanoes National Park: Home to the endangered mountain gorillas, Volcanoes National Park is a must-visit destination for wildlife enthusiasts. Embark on a thrilling gorilla trekking experience and witness these incredible creatures in their natural habitat. The park also offers breathtaking views of the Virunga volcanoes, adding to the charm of your safari.
The hike can last anything from 30 minutes to hours, reaching an altitude of between 2,500m and 4,000m. Porters are available to carry backpacks and cameras, as well as to offer a helping hand along the route.
Carry a light backpack with bottled water and your gear for the gorilla trekking.
While tracking the gorilla, you might get the chance to spot a diversity of other species and once you have finally met your gorilla family, you have one hour to spend with gorillas. Learn about their behaviors and take some pictures, etc.
Lunch, full meal with a soft drink
Drive back to kigali and drop off to your place/ transfer to the airport if it is the same day.
Meeting and pickup information
- Feel free to let us know any specific location you want for pick-up and drop-off.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Vista Safaris
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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