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4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari
Overview
This short yet life-changing safari focuses on Rwanda’s most iconic wildlife encounters. After exploring Kigali and learning about the country’s inspiring transformation, travel to the Virunga Mountains for an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience. A second trek to observe the playful golden monkeys and a cultural visit with local communities complete this immersive journey, offering an intimate introduction to Rwanda’s natural beauty and conservation success.
- Duration: 4 Days
- Lodging: Mid Range Accommodation
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival at Kigali International Airport
Your Gorilla Safari in Rwanda adventure begins the moment you land at Kigali International Airport, where your Hope Tours Africa driver-guide warmly welcomes you. Kigali’s clean streets and rolling green hills create a peaceful first impression of the country.
Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a short city orientation tour featuring scenic viewpoints, cultural districts, and Kigali’s modern architecture. You then check into Cozy Safaris, your comfortable base for the night, to rest and prepare for the days ahead.
- Overnight: Cozy Safaris
Day 2: Kigali Genocide Memorial & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast, your day begins with a deeply meaningful visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where you gain insight into Rwanda’s history and remarkable transformation.
After the memorial, embark on a beautiful 2.5-hour drive to Volcanoes National Park Rwanda, passing terraced farmlands, artisan markets, and the iconic Virunga volcano chain. Upon arrival at Grotta Resort, enjoy the mountain air, breathtaking scenery, and a detailed gorilla trekking briefing from your guide.
- Overnight: Grotta Resort
Day 3: Mountain Gorilla Trekking & Cultural Experience
Today is the highlight of your trip – Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda.
After an early breakfast, you head to the park headquarters for a briefing with experienced rangers. Your trek winds through bamboo forests and volcanic slopes until you reach your assigned gorilla family. Spending a full hour with these gentle giants, observing their behaviors, emotions, and family dynamics, is profoundly moving and unforgettable.
Return to the lodge for lunch before visiting Gorilla Guardians Village, where former poachers share their transformation stories through dance, music, and cultural demonstrations.
- Overnight: Grotta Resort
Day 4: Departure
After breakfast, you will check out and begin your scenic transfer back to Kigali. Depending on your flight time, you may have time for last-minute shopping or a brief city visit before being dropped off at Kigali International Airport for your departure.
4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari with Golden Monkey Trekking Itinerary Pricing:
This is a private safari, run exclusively for you and each vehicle holds a maximum of 7 clients. If an accommodation is fully booked we’ll suggest a comparable alternative where possible. All prices quoted are per person in USD (US Dollars) and are subject to availability and expire on the 31st December 2019. Please contact us for a quote for travel in 2020 and beyond.
| 1 Traveller (1 Room) | 2 Travellers (1 Room) | 3 Travellers (2 Rooms) | 4 Travellers (2 Rooms) | 5 Travellers (3 Rooms) | 6 Travellers (3 Rooms) | 7 Travellers (4 Rooms) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4,638 | 3,214 | $2,986 | $2,665 | $2,600 | $2,458 | $2,483 |
Your Safari Includes:
- Arrival transfer from Airport to hotel
- English speaking Driver Guide (other languages available upon request)
- Custom built, extended, open-roof 4WD safari Land Cruiser with fridge and inverter
- Accommodation as specified
- Meals as specified (B-breakfast, L-lunch, D-dinner)
- Drinks during game drives (1 bottle of water and 2 sodas per person, per safari day. Drinks can be substituted to suit your preferences)
- Unlimited game drives including park and vehicle entry fees
- Maasai Village visit
- Departure transfer from hotel to Airport
- All current Government fees and taxes
Your Safari Excludes:
- Drinks at hotels, lodges and tented camps unless otherwise stated
- Tips (tipping is an expected, though not compulsory, component of any African safari. We are often asked for tipping guidelines and we recommend $10-15 USD for your Guide per person per day.)