2 Days Gorilla Trekking In Rwanda
Would you like to see the mountain gorillas in Rwanda, yet have less time off your busy schedule? This 2-day gorilla trekking trip is the best option for you! Travel to Volcanoes National Park, track the mountain gorillas on this adventure trip that you can even take during your weekend.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Gorilla trekking
- Kigali genocide memorial center
PRICING
Final pricing depends on travel dates, group size, accommodation availability, permit availability, and any requested upgrades.
ITINERARY
Day 1: Transfer – Volcanoes National Park
Arrival at the airport or pick up at your hotel you will get briefed about the safari. You will embark on your scenic road transfer to Volcanoes national park and this park is one of the few national parks in the world you can encounter these gentle giants.
The journey north goes through the beautiful terraced hillsides that characterize much of Rwanda’s landscape, gradually climbing to the base of the awesome volcanoes, sometimes with as many as five peaks visible.
Accommodation: Bisate Lodge (High-end) Five Volcanoes Hotel (Luxury) Mountain Gorillas View Lodge (Mid-range) La Palme Hotel (Budget)
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Ultimate Gorilla Trekking & Transfer – Kigali International Airport
Today you will have an early breakfast, then after your guide will drive you out for the gorilla trekking, subject to permit availability at the time of booking. Trekking the gorillas through the light mountain forest on the slopes of the Virungas is a magical experience.
If you are lucky you can get to the gorillas, spend an hour with them, and be back at the base in time for a late lunch! Some gorilla families however are more elusive and tracking can take a full day, especially when it is wet and muddy.
Later, after a hot lunch in the afternoon, return to Kigali, arriving in the evening.
Accommodation: No
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
INCLUSIVE
- Airport transfer
- Kigali Genocide Memorial Center
- Gorilla trekking
- Accommodation as stated in the itinerary
- Transport
- Full-time English-speaking driver/guide
- Lunch
- Drinking water during the tour
- Taxes/VAT
EXCLUSIVE
- Any domestic or international flights
- Visa fees
- All optional activities
- Medical and travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities to the guide/driver and hotel staffs.
- Any item of personal nature like laundry and beverages, souvenirs and telephone bills.
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