Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda
This is a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife experience that takes you into the heart of Rwanda's awe-inspiring Volcanoes National Park to observe imposing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. These beautiful creatures were once expected to be extinct but today there are approximately 1,000 mountain gorillas in the wilds of Rwanda and Uganda. To see them is a truly unique experience.
You'll also visit Nyungwe National Park and explore the forest in search of chimpanzees, as well as enjoy an overnight stay at Lake Kivu if you wish to extend your stay in Rwanda.
This itinerary can be tailormade to your specific requirements and accommodation preferences. Contact us today to start planning your luxury holiday to Rwanda.
Day 1 Arrival Kigali
Upon arrival at Kigali international airport, you’ll be escorted by car to your accommodation in Kigali.
The remainder of your day will be spent at leisure.
Day 2 Kigali – Nyungwe Forest Reserve
You’ll be transferred by car to the Nyungwe Forest Reserve in the southwest of the country.
Check into your luxury lodge and soak up the views of the surrounding forest and tea plantations, spotting the native flora, fauna, and birdlife.
Day 3 Nyungwe Forest Reserve
Today you have the unique opportunity to venture deep into the forest to spot chimpanzees. Observe wild chimpanzees swinging through the canopy and witness their noisy social interactions.
Day 4 Nyungwe - Lake Kivu
After breakfast you’ll head out to see Lake Kivu, one of Africa’s great lakes. Laze on the beautiful beaches, take a boat trip on the lake, or enjoy sundowners with a view.
Day 5 Lake Kivu – Volcanoes National Park
Today you will head to the Volcanoes National Park for the highlight of your trip - gorilla trekking. Check into your luxury lodge and enjoy an afternoon at leisure.
Day 6 Volcanoes National Park
Over the next two days you’ll experience one of the most thrilling wildlife adventures in Africa – the opportunity to witness mountain gorillas in the wild. On both days, you’ll head out with an experienced guide to explore the slopes of the Virunga volcanoes in search of these gentle apes.
Tracking can take a full day but it will all be worth it when you spend an hour in the company of wild mountain gorillas.
Day 7 Volcanoes National Park
Continue to go in search of gentle apes at Volcanoes National Park with your experienced guide.
Day 8 Departure
Today you’ll be escorted to the airport for your onward journey.
Track mountain gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park
Chimpanzee trekking in the Nyungwe Forest
Spend a day relaxing on the beaches of Lake Kivu
Experience the lively markets of Rwanda’s capital, Kigali
Witness Rwanda’s lush, natural beauty and warm, friendly people
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