Gorillas and Golden Monkeys Holiday in Rwanda

Difficulty

Moderate

Comfort

Upscale

Group size

2-8 tourists,
over 15 y.o.

Join us on a once-in-a-lifetime journey through Rwanda’s breathtaking Volcanoes National Park. Begin with a Kigali city tour before visiting the inspiring Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund. Trek deep into the misty forests to encounter endangered mountain gorillas up close - an unforgettable hour in the presence of these gentle giants. Experience Rwanda’s rich traditions at the Gorilla Guardian Village, where culture comes alive. Continue your adventure with a rare Golden Monkey trek, watching these playful, vibrant primates in their natural habitat. With dramatic volcanic landscapes, unique wildlife encounters, and cultural immersion, this 3-day tour offers the best of Rwanda - wild, authentic, and unforgettable.

Luboyera N. is the provider of this trip

The provider speaks: English

I have a contagious passion for wildlife viewing and eagle-like vision (spotting wildlife well past sunset) and I like birding a lot. Besides my natural history expertise, I also provide cultural insights into my home country

Tour highlights

Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Spend a privileged, breathtaking hour observing them in their natural habitat

Golden Monkey Trekking

Track the playful and endangered golden monkeys in the volcanic landscape

Cultural Immersion

This tour provides a meaningful cultural balance to the wildlife focus

Route details

Our guide and driver will collect you from your hotel in Kigali at 8:30 am to begin your day with a tour of the city.

Following that, you'll head to Musanze, the second-largest town in Rwanda, set against the breathtaking backdrop of the five volcanic mountains known as the Virungas.

Upon arriving in Musanze, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, a hub for gorilla conservation and scientific research.

Difficulty

Moderate

Does not require physical training but involves moderate physical activity

Tour provider's comments

The trek can be quite demanding, lasting up to six hours or more at a relatively high altitude. To ensure you have an enjoyable experience, it's advisable to be in good physical condition.

(We've had individuals as old as 70 successfully participate in gorilla tracking, so it shouldn't pose a problem; just ask your driver guide to arrange a shorter trek for you if needed.)

Accommodation

Comfort

Upscale

Hotel

2 nights

3* accommodations with private bathrooms and toilets.

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place

Kigali

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Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route

You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on

the forecasts for this season
the statistics from previous years’ trips

Conditions

Included

park fees (for non-residents);
gorilla permit (one per person, non-resident);
golden monkey permits;
all activities (unless labeled as optional);
all accommodation (unless listed as upgrade);
professional driver/guide;
all transportation (unless labeled as optional);
all taxes/VAT;
emergency evacuation;
roundtrip airport transfer;
meals (as specified in the day-by-day section);
bottled water throughout the trip.

Extras

flights;
insurance;
other activities and services are not included.

It's important to know

Be sure to wear sturdy hiking boots, long pants, and gloves to protect against stinging nettles. Don't forget to bring some snacks (for yourself, not the gorillas) and plenty of water, as the rainforest can become hot and humid during the day.