3 Days Rwanda Tour of Golden Monkeys and Uganda Mgahinga Gorillas
This 3 day Rwanda Tour of Golden Monkeys and Uganda Mgahinga Gorillas is for visitors who want to visit the gorillas in Uganda’s Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and the Golden Monkeys of Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda. The tour starts and ends at Kigali International Airport in Rwanda. Our safari guide will be ready to take you to the locations as per the program.
Throughout this compact Rwanda Tour, you'll witness spectacular landscapes of the Virunga Mountains, locally known as "Ibirunga," while experienced guides share insights about conservation efforts protecting these endangered species. The Rwanda Tour provides intimate wildlife encounters with two of Africa's most fascinating primates while contributing directly to their preservation.
This carefully crafted Rwanda Tour balances thrilling wildlife adventures with comfortable accommodations and seamless logistics, making it perfect for wildlife enthusiasts with limited time. From the moment you arrive in Kigali to your final departure, every detail of this Rwanda Tour is designed to maximize your experience in this remarkable corner of Africa
Tour highlights
Expert-guided golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Cross-border experience visiting both Rwanda and Uganda
Mountain gorilla encounter in Uganda's Mgahinga National Park
Visit to Kigali Genocide Memorial (time permitting)
Breathtaking scenery of the Virunga volcanoes
Comfortable accommodations near the national parks
Professional English-speaking driver-guide throughout
Conservation contribution through permit fees
Price Includes:
- Gorilla tracking permit
- Golden monkey tracking permit
- Park entrance fees
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport in 4WD custom safari vehicle
- Bottled water during transfers and treks
- Full board accommodation as specified
- Services of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances and border crossing assistance
- Conservation fees contributing to wildlife protection
Price Excludes:
- Rwandan and Ugandan visas
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities not mentioned
- Laundry services
- Tips for guides and staff
- Travel and health insurance
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (apart from provided water)
- Personal trekking equipment
Itinary in details
- Day1Pick-up and Drive to Volcanoes National Park
Your Rwanda Tour begins with arrival at Kigali International Airport where you'll meet your dedicated driver-guide for the journey ahead. The Rwanda Tour continues with an optional visit to the moving Kigali Genocide Memorial before embarking on the scenic 2.5-hour drive (116 km) to Kinigi, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park. During your Rwanda Tour transfer, enjoy breathtaking views of Rwanda's terraced hillsides, known locally as "Imisozi Igihumbi" (thousand hills), before arriving at your comfortable lodge near the park headquarters for dinner and overnight rest.
- Day2Golden Monkey Trekking and Transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Uganda
The second day of your Rwanda Tour starts early with breakfast before a short drive to Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a 7:00 AM briefing. Your Rwanda Tour adventure continues with an exhilarating trek through bamboo forests to find the golden monkeys (Cercopithecus kandti) in their natural habitat, an experience lasting between 1-3 hours. After your Rwanda Tour monkey encounter, enjoy lunch before a 1.5-hour drive (45 km) to Cyanika border crossing. Continue another 30 minutes to your accommodation near Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, where you'll prepare for tomorrow's gorilla trek.
- Day3Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Kigali Airport
The final day of your Rwanda Tour begins with an early breakfast before a short drive to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park headquarters for a 7:30 AM briefing. This highlight of your Rwanda Tour involves trekking through the Gahinga forest to spend a precious hour with a habituated gorilla family like the Nyakagezi group, an unforgettable wildlife encounter. Your Rwanda Tour concludes with a 4-hour return journey (approximately 160 km) to Kigali International Airport, arriving in time for your departure flight with memories to last a lifetime.