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USD 5 200.00
FROM:
USD 5 200.00
TRIP TYPE:
SOLO?COUPLE?GRP
STYLE:
4*
ACTIVITY LEVEL:
HIGH
Start your journey in Kigali with a city tour, including the Genocide Memorial Museum, before traveling to the stunning Virunga Lodge. Experience an unforgettable gorilla trek through lush mountain forests and relax with luxury accommodations and panoramic views. Conclude your adventure with a golden monkey trek and a scenic return to Kigali for your departure.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS TRIP:
✔ Spend time with the great apes on a gorilla hike
✔ Discover Rwanda and how it has developed
✔ Stay in a true pioneering, eco-lodge with amazing views
✔ Learn about Rwandan cultures and people
✔ Experience primary forest in Volcanoes NP and golden monkeys
✔ Private vehicle and guide

LUXURY GORILLA SAFARI
3 DAYS
FROM
USD 5 200.00
DETAILED ITINERARY
ARRIVE
Arrival in Kigali and City Tour
Upon arrival in Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital, you’ll be greeted by your private guide and vehicle. Start your journey with a guided tour of the city, including a visit to bustling markets, key landmarks, and the Genocide Memorial Museum, a poignant tribute to Rwanda’s history and resilience. Enjoy a delightful local lunch before heading north towards the majestic Virunga Mountains.
Accommodation: Virunga Lodge [all meals included]
Nestled high on a ridge with breathtaking views of the Virunga Volcanoes and shimmering twin lakes (Lake Burera and Lake Ruhondo), Virunga Lodge offers a luxurious retreat. The lodge features elegant bandas, blending local materials with modern comfort. Each banda has en-suite bathrooms, private terraces, and spectacular vistas. Guests can indulge in locally inspired gourmet meals, rejuvenate with complimentary massages, and enjoy warm Rwandan hospitality. All meals are included during your stay.




DAY 2:
Gorilla Trekking Adventure
Begin your day with an early breakfast before heading to the Park Headquarters for your gorilla trekking briefing. Accompanied by experienced guides, venture into the lush mountain forests to encounter a habituated gorilla family. Witness their daily routines, from feeding to playful interactions, in an unforgettable close-up wildlife experience.
After your trek, return to Virunga Lodge to unwind. Relax on your private terrace, enjoy a massage, or explore the serene twin lakes nearby for a tranquil afternoon.
Accommodation: Virunga Lodge (All meals included)




DEPART
Golden Monkey Trek and Departure
After breakfast, embark on a trek to observe golden monkeys, a delightful and endangered primate species. This hike is less strenuous, taking place on the lower slopes of the mountains, making it an excellent way to end your adventure. After the trek, return to Kigali, where your guide will drop you off at the airport for your departing flight.




ON THE MAP

Gorilla Trekking Permits prices are indicated
Private guide and vehicle throughout
Accommodation in standard rooms
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Transfers from airport/city/mountains and park headquarters
Accommodation taxes, the applicable Tourism Levies and all relevant VAT