This itinerary pairs Rwanda’s cultural heritage with its mountain gorillas. You explore Kigali, learn about the country’s history and traditions, meet local communities near the Virungas and finish with a gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park.
We arrange your driver-guide, accommodation and park permits, and every itinerary can be adjusted to your dates, interests and budget. Contact us for a personal quote.
Start with a guided tour of Kigali, including the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local markets and a craft or art centre. The visit offers a thoughtful introduction to Rwanda's history and recovery. Dinner and overnight in Kigali.
Drive to Musanze, about 2 to 2.5 hours away. In the afternoon, visit a cultural village near the park to see traditional dance, crafts and daily life. Dinner and overnight near Volcanoes National Park.
Attend the briefing at Kinigi and trek to your gorilla family for one hour of observation. Return to the lodge for lunch and rest. Overnight.
Drive back to Kigali with a stop for craft shopping. Drop-off at the airport or your hotel.
- Airport pick-up and drop-off in Kigali
- Rwanda gorilla trekking permit, arranged by us
- 4x4 safari vehicle with an experienced driver-guide
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during the trip
- Cultural village visit
- Kigali city tour
- Accommodation for 3 nights
- International flights
- Rwanda visa or East Africa Tourist Visa fees
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips for guides, rangers and staff
- Alcoholic drinks and personal expenses
- Optional activities such as golden monkey tracking or porters
- Domestic flights unless confirmed in your quote
The dry seasons from June to September and from December to February are the easiest for trekking and game drives. Gorillas can be visited all year, and the rainy months bring greener scenery and fewer visitors.
Most visitors need a visa for Rwanda, and many nationalities can apply online before travel. Check the latest rules for your nationality on the official Rwanda immigration site. Speak to your doctor or a travel clinic about vaccinations and malaria prevention.
Yes. We arrange your gorilla trekking permit for your travel date. Permits are date-specific and paid in full at booking, so book early for the dry months. The minimum age for gorilla trekking is 15.
Yes. Tell us your dates, interests, group size and budget, and we will adjust the itinerary, accommodation level and pace to suit you. Every trip is tailor-made, and we provide a personal quote.
