3 Days Rwanda Safari Holiday with Gorilla Trekking
3 Days Rwanda Safari Holiday with Gorilla Trekking begins and ends in Kigali, the capital. The trip includes the trekking permit ($1,500 per person). You will track mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, home to over 400 gorillas. Additional activities during the safari will include a city tour of Kigali, a visit to the twin lakes Bulera and Ruhondo and a community walk.
Your Rwanda Safari Holiday combines wildlife encounters with cultural experiences, from tracking mighty gorillas to visiting traditional villages near the spectacular twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo. Experience the warmth of Rwandan hospitality while staying at carefully selected lodges that offer comfort and authentic local charm.
This Rwanda Safari Holiday offers a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation. There are opportunities to learn about Rwanda's history, witness its wildlife, and connect with its communities. Whether you're photographing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat or exploring the vibrant streets of Kigali, each moment promises to be memorable
Tour highlights
Kigali city tour including the Genocide Memorial Center
Mountain gorilla tracking in Volcanoes National Park
Visit to the scenic twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo
Traditional community visits and cultural performances
Expert naturalist guides and trackers
Comfortable accommodation near the park
Historical Insights at the National Museum
Scenic drive through Rwanda's countryside
Price Includes:
- Gorilla Tracking Permit
- Park entrance fees
- All mentioned activities
- Ground transport in 4WD custom vehicle
- Bottled water in a safari vehicle
- Full board accommodation as specified
- English-speaking driver-guide services
- Driver allowances
- All scheduled activities except optional ones
Price Excludes:
- Rwanda Visa
- International and domestic flights
- Personal expenses (gratuities, beverages)
- Optional Activities
- Laundry services
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel Insurance
- Beverages beyond provided water
Itinary in details
- DayDay 1Arrival and Transfer to Your Hotel in Kigali
Your Rwanda Safari Holiday begins with a warm welcome at Kigali International Airport by your expert guide. This Rwanda Safari Holiday includes an optional city tour of Kigali (2-3 hours), visiting the moving Genocide Memorial and National Museum. Your Rwanda Safari Holiday continues with a scenic two-hour drive (80 km) north to Kinigi, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park.
- DayDay 2Volcanoes National Park, Gorilla Trekking, Twin Lakes Visit and Community Walk
The highlight of your Rwanda Safari Holiday starts early with gorilla tracking in the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park. This Rwanda Safari Holiday adventure includes a one-hour encounter with a gorilla family after a trek that could last 1-6 hours. Your Rwanda Safari Holiday experience continues with an afternoon visit to the twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo (a 30-minute drive from the park headquarters).
- DayDay 3Transfer to Kigali
Conclude your Rwanda Safari Holiday with a leisurely breakfast at your lodge near Volcanoes National Park. This Rwanda Safari Holiday morning allows time for souvenir shopping or a final walk in the village. Your Rwanda Safari Holiday ends with a return drive to Kigali (2 hours, 80 km), arriving in time for afternoon departures.