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3 Days Rwanda Double Gorilla Tracking Safari
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Price
- From $4,380 pp
- Group size
- Max 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Overview
Most people trek gorillas once. This trip does it twice, on consecutive days, with a different family each time.
The reason to do that is simple: one hour is short, and gorillas do not perform on cue. A first trek might find a family resting in thick vegetation with the light against you. The second gives you another draw, a different group with a different character, and by then you know the terrain and how to move in it.
You fly into Kigali and drive two hours north to Musanze, through terraced hillsides and farming villages, to the foot of the Virungas. Volcanoes National Park protects the Rwandan side of the massif, whose gorilla population the most recent published census put at a minimum of 604. Golden monkeys share the bamboo lower down, and the forest holds Albertine Rift endemics worth a look if you bring binoculars. Two permits at USD 1,500 each are the bulk of this trip’s cost, and we buy and hold both before you travel.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
- Day 1
Transfer from the Airport to Volcanoes NP (Travel Time: 2 hrs)
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport and completion of immigration formalities, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari driver guide. After a short briefing, proceed for a Kigali city tour, including a meaningful visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where over 250,000 victims are laid to rest. The experience offers deep historical insight through audio and visual exhibits. Thereafter, enjoy lunch before transferring to Musanze, approximately a two hour scenic drive. Check in at your lodge, renowned for its beautiful views, followed by dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation Options
- Midrange Accommodation
- Tiloreza Volcano Eco Lodge
- Luxury Accommodation
- Virunga Inn Resort and Spa
- High-End Accommodation
- Wilderness Bisate Lodge
- Meals:
- Lunch, Dinner.
- Day 2
First Gorilla Trekking Experience
Begin your day with an early morning coffee before transferring to the park headquarters for a detailed gorilla trekking briefing. Accompanied by experienced trackers and carrying your packed lunch, you will enter the forest in search of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Once located, enjoy one unforgettable hour observing and photographing their interactions. A moderate level of fitness is required. The trek may last half or a full day. Return to your lodge for lunch, relax at leisure, then enjoy dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation Options
- Midrange Accommodation
- Tiloreza Volcano Eco Lodge
- Luxury Accommodation
- Virunga Inn Resort and Spa
- High-End Accommodation
- Wilderness Bisate Lodge
- Meals:
- Breakfast, Lunch and dinner
- Day 3
Second Gorilla Trekking & Transfer to Kigali
After an early breakfast, your safari driver guide will transfer you to the park headquarters for a briefing ahead of your second gorilla trek. Similar to the previous experience, you will venture into the forest to track a different gorilla family, offering a unique perspective on their behavior and group dynamics. After spending an hour with the gorillas, return for lunch before driving back to Kigali. If time permits, enjoy a brief city visit before a late dinner, then transfer to the airport for your midnight departure. End of service.
- Meals:
- Breakfast and Lunch
What Is Included
Included
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Accommodation and meals as per itinerary
- 2 Gorilla permits ($ 3000), per person
- En-route lunches
- Visit to the genocide museum
- Soft drink during the meal
- Kigali City tour
- Services of English speaking driver/guide
- 1 liter bottle of mineral water per day per person during safari.
Not Included
- The package excludes expenses of personal nature like: Air fare
- Visa
- drinks
- laundry
- tips to local guides
- telephone
- porter fee while trekking
- personal insurance
- personal shopping bills and cigars.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does the 3 Days Rwanda Double Gorilla Tracking Safari cost?
- This safari starts from $4,380 per person. The final price depends on your travel dates, lodge tier, and group size, and every quote is itemized before you commit.
- How long is this safari?
- It runs 3 days. Because every trip is private, we can lengthen, shorten, or add a Zanzibar or gorilla extension to fit your plans.
- Can I customize this itinerary?
- Yes. This itinerary is a starting point. Swap lodges, change the pace, adjust the route, or combine countries, and your planner reshapes it with you before you book.
- When is the best time for this trip?
- Year-round. Kigali sits at altitude and is mild in every month; the long rains fall from March to May.
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