Gorilla Trekking Safar

3 Days 2 Nights

Experience one of the world’s most profound wildlife encounters on this exclusive 3-day Gorilla Trekking Safari from Kigali, curated by Nomad Touring Company Ltd. This journey takes you deep into the misty forests of Volcanoes National Park, home to some of the last remaining mountain gorillas on earth.

Start in Kigali, Rwanda’s clean and modern capital, then travel north to the foot of the Virunga Mountains, a volcanic chain that defines this region’s dramatic landscape. Over two nights, you’ll stay in comfortable lodge accommodations, guided by experienced trackers and guides. The highlight of the trip is a guided trek into the forest to spend an hour with a habituated gorilla family, a once-in-a-lifetime experience that is both humbling and awe-inspiring.

This safari is ideal for nature lovers, wildlife photographers, or anyone seeking a unique and emotional connection to Africa’s great apes, all while enjoying Rwanda’s exceptional hospitality and safety.

Itinerary

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Itinerary

Day 01 :
Arrival in Kigali / Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Accommodation: Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be met by your personal driver-guide from Nomad Touring Company Ltd. After a short briefing, begin your scenic 2.5-hour drive north through Rwanda’s terraced hillsides and green highlands toward Volcanoes National Park in Ruhengeri, home to the endangered mountain gorillas.

Along the way, enjoy short stops to capture the landscape and perhaps interact with locals in roadside markets. Upon arrival at Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge, check in and relax with a warm meal. The lodge is nestled on the park’s edge and offers easy access to tomorrow’s trekking adventure.

Spend the evening at leisure—by the fireplace or enjoying local music and hospitality. Get to bed early to rest for the following day’s trek into the mountain jungle.

Day 02 :
Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Accommodation: Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After an early breakfast, head to the Kinigi Park Headquarters where you’ll be assigned to one of the habituated gorilla groups and briefed on trekking protocols. The trek duration varies—ranging from 1 to 6 hours—depending on the gorillas’ location that day.

Accompanied by expert guides and trackers, trek through bamboo forests, undergrowth, and volcanic ridges. Along the way, your guide will interpret signs of recent gorilla movement, like broken branches or nests. Once you locate the gorilla family, you are granted a full hour of observation, which is strictly regulated to minimize stress on the gorillas.

Witnessing these majestic creatures up close—watching a silverback beat his chest or juveniles play in the vines—is a truly emotional and unforgettable moment. Return to the lodge in the afternoon for a hot meal and well-deserved rest. The remainder of your day is free for relaxation or an optional village visit (at an extra cost).

Day 03 :
Optional Golden Monkey Trek / Return to Kigali

Accommodation: None
Meal Plan: Breakfast

After breakfast, you have the option of joining a short trek to see golden monkeys—a rare primate species also found in Volcanoes National Park—or visit the Dian Fossey Memorial, dedicated to the legendary conservationist.

Later, begin your drive back to Kigali. Depending on your schedule, you may stop for lunch in the city or visit local markets or the Genocide Memorial Centre for historical insight. Arrival in Kigali is expected by early afternoon. You will be dropped off at your hotel or transferred directly to the airport for your flight home.

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Gorilla Trekking Safar