Gorillas are one of the largest mammals on the planet and they are exclusively found in high-altitude areas of Africa, providing a fantastic opportunity to get close to them twice in only four days. Four days of adventure, discovery, and reunion with creatures considered to be mankind’s closest relatives.

This trip takes you to Volcanoes National Park, which is home to a quarter of all mountain gorilla species on the African continent. Other primates, forest creatures, rare plant species, caverns, and mountain backdrops will be encountered in addition to the gorillas. You’ll go outside the park to meet the locals, explore the Musanze caves, and much more. Pick-up and drop-off at Kigali International Airport.

Detailed trip.

Day 1: Drive from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park.

After a safe arrival At Kigali international airport; our company guide will happily welcome you to “the land of a thousand Hills”- Rwanda. This nation is marked by stunning landscapes, green cover and modern infrastructure.

The briefing session will cover whatever will transpire during the adventure, and clearance of pending dues. You will enjoy a glass of Juice, before hitting the road to the northern part of Rwanda, traversing the rolling hills, scattered homesteads, and happy residents. Get a perfect welcome of the lush tropical forest and sunset vibe to your lodge for refreshment, dinner and a nap.

Day 2: 1^st Gorilla Trekking and Ibyiwachu cultural adventure.

You will welcome this day with a hefty breakfast meal at the lodge and then drive to the park headquarters for registration, and the start of the Ultimate Gorilla trekking exercise. The ranger guides will explain the trekking rules and regulations, assign a Gorilla group, and then accompany you to the Jungle for the search. As you look out for the gorillas, pay attention to other residents that can come your way; notably the Olive baboons, Vervet monkeys, white and black Colobus monkeys among others, chimpanzees, a variety of birds, and the different forest mammals.

You will also identify the nests, and unique plant species during the search. Depending on how far the primates have moved, the search can last for roughly 2-6 hours, with a bonus hour for photography and other activities.

Afterwards, you will return to the lodge for refreshment and Lunch, followed by an afternoon cultural adventure. The Rwandese are not only hospitable people, but also educate visitors on the basics of rural life, dances, dress code and stories. After the encounter, you will return to the lodge for relaxation, dinner and a nap.

Day 3: Second Gorilla trekking tour.

Welcome this day with hefty cup of coffee, before driving to the park headquarters for yet another day of encountering the Apes in their natural Habitat. You will track another gorilla group, with a unique setup, members and behavior. The park has over 10 Gorilla groups, from which one will be assigned to you at the briefing time. The trekking exercise lasts for about 2-6 hours, plus an additional hour for taking photos, studying the Gorillas, and interacting with the ranger guide. the search starts from where they were last seen, through the bushes, and hills, to where they are expected to be.

After gorilla trekking, you will return to the lodge for lunch and spend the following hours either relaxing at the lodge, on a guided nature walk or even exploring Musanze caves. End the day with dinner and overnight.

Day 4: Departure – Kigali city tour.

After a lip-smacking breakfast meal at the lodge, you will checkout for a drive to Kigali city. It is a 2-3 hours’ drive, with captivating views of the rolling hills, green plantations and scattered homesteads. On arrival in the city, your departure time will determine any activity to be done.