3 Days Gorilla and Golden Monkey Trekking Rwanda Tour
Our 3-Day Gorilla and Golden Monkey Trekking Rwanda Tour will take you to trek mountain gorillas, a Kigali City Tour, and a visit to the playful golden monkeys, all within this three-day itinerary. Perfect for those with limited time, this tour showcases the best of Volcanoes National Park. It includes your gorilla tracking permit and offers a comprehensive Rwandan adventure, combining wildlife encounters and city exploration.
Your Rwanda Tour journey begins in the vibrant capital of Kigali before venturing north to Volcanoes National Park, known locally as "Parc National des Volcans" or "Pariki y'Ibirunga" in Kinyarwanda. The carefully crafted itinerary provides extraordinary opportunities to observe both critically endangered mountain gorillas and the endemic golden monkeys in their natural habitat.
This Rwanda Tour combines luxury accommodations with expert guiding to ensure a comfortable yet authentic wildlife experience. From the misty bamboo forests of the Virunga Mountains to the cultural richness of Rwanda's communities, every moment of this Rwanda Tour is designed to create lasting memories while contributing to vital conservation efforts.
Tour highlights
Comprehensive city tour of Kigali, including the Genocide Memorial
Scenic drive through Rwanda's picturesque "Land of a Thousand Hills"
One full hour of intimate observation with mountain gorilla families
Golden monkey trekking in the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park
Expert local guides and trackers throughout your journey
Comfortable accommodation in premium lodges near the park
Contribution to conservation efforts protecting endangered species
Cultural experiences in local communities around Musanze
Price Includes:
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Golden monkey trekking permit
- Park entrance fees
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transportation in a 4x4 custom safari vehicle
- Bottled water during all transfers and activities
- Full board accommodation as specified
- Services of an English-speaking driver-guide and local trackers
- Driver allowances and park fees
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)
Price Excludes:
- Rwanda Visa (where applicable)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities
- Laundry services
- Travel insurance
- Beverages beyond the provided water
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival in Kigali and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Your Rwanda Tour begins with a warm welcome at Kigali International Airport, followed by a brief city tour of Rwanda's clean and organized capital. The Rwanda Tour continues with a scenic 2-hour drive (approximately 116 km) northwest through the rolling hills to Musanze, the gateway to gorilla trekking. During your Rwanda Tour transfer, you'll pass through the beautiful countryside known locally as "Igihugu cy'Imisozi Igihumbi" (Land of a Thousand Hills), arriving at your lodge near Kinigi village in time for dinner and briefing about the adventures ahead.
- Day2Gorilla Trekking Tour
The highlight of your Rwanda Tour awaits as you depart at 6:30 AM for the park headquarters in Kinigi, just 10 kilometers from Musanze town. This unforgettable Rwanda Tour experience begins with a comprehensive briefing before trekking through the misty slopes of "Igihugu cy'Ibirunga" (Volcano Country) to find one of the habituated gorilla families. Your Rwanda Tour guide will lead you through dense forest trails for 1-4 hours until you encounter these magnificent creatures, allowing a precious hour to observe the gorillas' fascinating social dynamics and behaviors before returning to your lodge for a well-deserved rest.
- Day3Golden Monkey Trekking and Departure
The final day of your Rwanda Tour starts with an early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters at 7:00 AM for golden monkey trekking in the bamboo zone of Mount Sabyinyo. This special Rwanda Tour activity takes you through sun-filtered forests to observe these playful primates, known locally as "Inkima z'Izahabu," in their natural habitat for one hour. Your Rwanda Tour concludes with lunch at the lodge before a 2.5-hour return journey to Kigali, arriving by late afternoon (approximately 116 km) with plenty of time for your departure flight or extended stay in Rwanda.