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4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Tour and Golden Monkey Trekking

from $2500

*price p.p. incl. guide, safari-jeep, hotel and park entrance fees, excl. international flight (Based on 6 persons)

Note: We have discounts for kids 12 years old or younger.

4 Days

Private or Group

Safari

At Friendly Gorillas, we recommend this itinerary for repeat visitors to Uganda, photographers, culture-focused travelers, adventurous couples, small groups, and you who want a safari beyond the common Bwindi, Kibale, and Queen Elizabeth route. It is not the best option for travelers who only want gorilla trekking, visitors with very limited time, or you who dislike long road transfers into remote areas.

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Kigali encounter
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DURATION

4 Days

TOUR TYPE

Lodge Safaris, Private Safaris, Fly In Safari

ACTIVITIES

Gorilla trekking, game drives, city tours,Lake Bunyonyi relaxation,Nature walk, Cultural encounters

TRANSPORT

Private 4×4 Safari Vehicle

Overview

The 4 Days gorilla and golden monkey trekking safari takes you to the Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda for an amazing encounter with two critically endangered primates – Golden monkeys and the mountain gorilla. The safari also includes a Kigali city tour, the mountain gorillas guardian village and more.

Mountain gorilla trekking in regarded as one of the most exciting activity. You shall spend 60 minutes in the presence of the adorable gentle giants. You are free to take as many photos as possible. Ask the ranger as much as you can.

The visit to Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park is home to 5 Volcanoes – Karisimbi, Bisoke, Gahinga, Sabyinyo and Muhabura however, the most common volcanos for hiking are Karisimbi and Bisoke. You can always have this safari extended to discover the most of Volcanoes National park. If you prefer a more comprehensive Primate adventure in Rwanda, check out our 7 days Rwanda primates safari package. If you prefer a cheaper gorilla trekking, check out our 3 days Uganda gorilla tour.

You get to enjoy the very best of Volcanoes National Park in four days

4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Tour and Golden Monkey Trekking

BUDGET Accommodation

2 Persons

4 Persons

6+ Persons

$ 00
$ 00
$ 000

STANDARD Accommodation

2 Persons

4 Persons

6+ Persons

$ 00
$ 00
$ 00

LUXURY Accommodation

2 Persons

4 Persons

6 Persons

$ 00
$ 00
$ 00

* Indicative costs per person, excluding international airline tickets

Price includes

• Gorilla trekking permit
• Private safari vehicle and fuel
• Professional English-speaking driver-guide
• Airport or hotel pickup and drop-off
• Accommodation during the safari
• Meals as agreed in the final itinerary
• Park entrance fees where applicable
• Bottled drinking water during travel
• All planned transfers between Kampala or Entebbe, Kibale, Bwindi, and return
• Government taxes included in the package

Price Excludes

• International flights
• Uganda visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities
• Alcoholic drinks and premium beverages
• Laundry services
• Optional Bigodi Wetland Walk unless included
• Optional Batwa cultural experience unless included
• Porter fees during gorilla trekking unless included
• Extra accommodation before or after the safari
• Any activity not listed in the confirmed itinerary

Where you shall visit

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Highlights

  • Day 1: Kigali city tour – Transfer to the Volcanoes National Park
  • Day 2: Gorilla trekking – Gorilla Guardians Village visit
  • Day 3: Golden Monkey Tracking – Visiting Lake Burera and Ruhondo
  • Day 4: Transfer to back Kigali

Detailed Itinerary

  • Day 1: Kigali city tour – Transfer to the Volcanoes National Park

    This 4-day tour will start with a tour of the city of Kigali before embarking on a drive to the famed Volcanoes National Park. You shall visit the Kigali genocide museum, where you shall learn about the Rwandan genocide that occurred in 1997. The Kigali city tour includes a visit to the Kigali genocide memorial center, the main city market, the Presidential Palace Museum, artisan shops, and a few other places that might interest you.

    After the city tour, our Guide will take you for lunch at a suitable spot before starting the 3-hour journey to the Volcanoes national park as you traverse the beautiful countryside of Rwanda. Here, you shall discover why Rwanda is referred to as “The Land of a thousand hills”.

    Upon your arrival in Volcanoes, check in at your accommodation and prepare for relaxation, dinner, and overnight as you await tomorrow’s gorilla trekking adventure.

  • Day 2: Gorilla trekking – Gorilla Guardians Village visit

    Have a delicious breakfast and proceed with your packed lunch to the gorilla trekking headquarters for briefing. The briefing for gorilla tracking starts at 7:00 am in Kinigi. All trackers must be at the park offices and should attend the briefing to get an overview of what to expect during the activity, but you shall also be briefed about what to do and not to do during and after the trek.

    After the briefing, you shall be allocated one of the 10 habituated gorilla families in the Volcanoes National Park depending on your overall physical fitness. Once the briefing is completed, you will be led into the forest by the armed park rangers. You also have the opportunity to hire the services of a local porter to help you with some of the luggage if necessary. Gorilla tracking in the Volcanoes National Park takes between 2 and 6 hours.

    After locating your gorilla family, you only have one hour to observe and take their photos. Listen to instructions from the park ranger guide and stay calm even when the silverback attempts to threaten you.
    After observing the primates for one hour, you will return to the gorilla trekking starting point and pick up your trekking certificate

    After lunch, shower and rest as you wait for the safari guide to take you to the Gorilla Guardians Village, formerly known as the Iby’iwacu cultural village. It started as a place where former poachers would sell souvenirs to tourists but has now been rebuilt as a leading cultural center in the country. You will spend time being entertained by cultural performers, and if you want, you can join them and have fun. Return to your lodge for dinner, relaxation, and overnight.

    Gorilla weight, height & size
  • Day 3: Golden Monkey Tracking – Visiting Lake Burera and Ruhondo

    After your breakfast, you will set off to the Volcanoes National park headquarters again for yet another briefing on golden monkey tracking. Here, you have an opportunity to hire a porter to help out with any heavy luggage.
    After hiking for about 2 hours, you will finally locate the impressive golden monkeys as they feed on top of tree branches and on the ground. It’s important to know that golden monkeys are rare and can only be found in three countries including Rwanda, Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. They are critically endangered and face great threats from human activities.

    Golden monkeys are very playful and cute, actually sometimes they are even provoking. They live in groups consisting of about 50 individuals
    Unlike mountain gorillas, golden monkeys are comfortable with flashes and you can take their photos with flashes.

    The next program will be lunch and refreshment after which you will be taken for a drive to visit the twin lakes of Ruhondo and Burera. The main activities are the lake include island hopping, canoeing, nature walks and birding. You are free to choose one of preference. Have fun and return to your accommodation for dinner, relaxation and overnight.

  • Day 4: Transfer to back Kigali

    Today, wake up and have breakfast as you also prepare to check out and start a transfer to Kigali. If your flight is scheduled for evening, you can have an optional Musanze cave hike. This starts exactly at 7am and it takes about two hours. After the encounter proceed for a drive back to Kigali where you are dropped off at your desired accommodation oar at the Kigali International Airport. This is where your safari ends. Thanks you for visiting Rwanda with us.

Why book this 4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Tour and Golden Monkey Trekking

FLEXIBLE CANCELATION

Cancel up to 60 days before departure.

EXPERT LOCAL GUIDES

Only guides with 10+ years of Guiding experience.

NO HIDDEN FEES

All prices are final. No suprises at all.

24/7 SUPPORT

We're always available throughout and after the trip.

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Low season
Oct, Nov, Mar, Apr, may

Peak season
Jun, July, Aug, Sept, Dec

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