2 days Gorilla trekking Volcanoes (Affordable Rwanda Gorilla tracking safari)
2-days gorilla trekking Rwanda safari in Volcanoes National Park is popular for perhaps one of the best and most adventurous wildlife experiences. Mountain gorilla tracking or trekking is done in Volcanoes National Park. Because there are only 3 countries in the world where you will find mountain gorillas, thus Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Rwanda.
Close to half of the population inhabits the mountain slopes of Virunga Volcanoes shared on the Rwandan side. These beautiful Primates have been habituated with a record of up to 10 families or groups of gorillas to put forward an unforgettable experience. Your safari will include a Kigali city tour among others and the most important part is the gorilla trekking safari in Rwanda.
Highlights for 2-days Gorilla trekking Volcanoes Rwanda safari
- Unforgettable gorilla tracking in Volcanoes.
- One gorilla tracking permit.
- One night accommodation.
- Services of an English-speaking driver or guide.
- Travel in a customized 4WD safari Vehicle.
- Exceptional game drive in the park.
- Thriving gently sloping hills viewing and photography taking.
- Airport transfers.
Detailed itinerary for 2-days Gorilla tracking Volcanoes Rwanda safari
Day 1: Travel to Volcanoes National Park
You will be heading to Volcanoes National Park, which is located north of the country, so you will have an early pick-up from your hotel or Kigali airport. The drive will be full of sightseeing as Rwanda is known as, “the land of rolling hills” Upon arrival, you will check into your safari lodge and have lunch. Relax while enjoying the breathtaking mountain scenery and endless views of the thriving gently sloping hills. Dinner and overnight.
Destination and accommodations
- Main destination: Volcanoes National Park
- Luxury accommodation: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
- Mid-range accommodation: Le’Bambou Gorilla Lodge
- Budget accommodation: Kinigi Guesthouse
- Meal plan: full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Day 2: Mountain Gorilla Trekking Rwanda Safari in Volcanoes National Park
Have your breakfast at 6:30 am, and thereafter transfer to the park headquarters at Kinigi for your briefing in preparation for the gorilla trekking activity. You should have carried packed lunch from the lodge. When you find these incredible mountain gorillas you will be allowed a maximum of an hour to view them before heading back to the starting point to meet your driver and embark on the return journey to Kigali. Drop off at your hotel or residence. Meal plan: Breakfast and Lunch.
- Main destination: Kigali city or Kigali international airport
- Meal plan: half board (breakfast and packed lunch)
2-days Gorilla Trekking Rwanda Safaris include:
- Transportation by safari vehicle.
- Driver allowances.
- Airport transfers pick-up and drop off.
- Services of an English-speaking driver or guide.
- Bottled drinking water.
- Accommodation in a booked room for 1 night.
- One gorilla tracking permit.
- En-route lunches.
- All activities listed in the itinerary.
However, 2-days gorilla trekking Rwanda exclude:
- Airfares.
- Rwanda visa.
- Luxury drinks.
- Laundry.
- Tips to local guides.
- Telephone fee.
- Porter fee while gorilla trekking.
- Personal Insurance.
- Personal shopping bills and any other item not mentioned above.