3 Days Rwanda Express Gorilla Trekking Tour

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, our safari representative will warmly welcome you and transfer you to the town of Ruhengeri, located near the Volcanoes National Park, (PNV) in northern Rwanda, home to about 400 mountain gorillas. You will have a chance to trek the gorillas, climb the Visoke volcano, track golden monkeys, visit the Karisoke Research Centre established by the famous primatologist Dian Fossey, or explore local villages. After a good night’s rest at Kinigi Guest House, you will be ready for the exciting gorilla trekking adventure the next day in the Virungas / Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda.

Dinner and accommodation at your lodge

Budget Lodge:

• For travelers on a budget, the Kinigi Guesthouse offers comfortable and affordable accommodation. Located just outside Volcanoes National Park, the lodge is a convenient base for gorilla trekking and other activities. The rooms are clean and simple, with en-suite bathrooms and hot showers. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the lodge has a cozy restaurant serving hearty meals.

Midrange Lodge:

• For those looking for a bit more comfort and luxury, the Mountain Gorilla View Lodge is a great option. The lodge is situated on the foothills of Mount Karisimbi, with stunning views of the surrounding volcanoes. The rooms are spacious and well-appointed, with large comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and private balconies. The lodge also has a spa, a restaurant serving delicious meals, and a bar with a fireplace for cozy evenings.

Upmarket Lodge:

• For the ultimate luxury experience, the Bisate Lodge is the perfect choice. Located in a natural amphitheater of an eroded volcanic cone, the lodge offers breathtaking views of the lush green hills and valleys. The lodge has just six villas, each with its own fireplace, private deck, and en-suite bathroom with a bathtub and indoor/outdoor shower. The main lodge features a cozy lounge, a wine cellar, and a restaurant serving gourmet meals made with locally sourced ingredients. The lodge also offers a range of activities, including gorilla trekking, bird watching, and cultural tours.

After breakfast, head to the park headquarters with your packed lunch for a briefing before embarking on the gorilla trek in the light forest on the slopes of the Virunga Mountains. It usually takes 2-8 hours to encounter the mountain gorillas, but the moment you lay eyes on them, all the fatigue and hustles are forgotten. Remember to maintain a distance of at least 7 meters from the mountain gorillas to avoid disease transmission.

To protect the mountain gorillas, the park limits the number of visitors per day, allowing only 8 people to visit each gorilla family group. There are a total of 10 gorilla families that are habituated to human presence. After the gorilla trek, you can climb the Visoke volcano, track the golden monkeys or visit the Karisoke Research Centre, which Dian Fossey, the famous primatologist, set up to protect the endangered mountain gorillas. You can also explore the nearby local villages.

Budget Lodge:

• For travelers on a budget, the Kinigi Guesthouse offers comfortable and affordable accommodation. Located just outside Volcanoes National Park, the lodge is a convenient base for gorilla trekking and other activities. The rooms are clean and simple, with en-suite bathrooms and hot showers. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the lodge has a cozy restaurant serving hearty meals.

Midrange Lodge:

• For those looking for a bit more comfort and luxury, the Mountain Gorilla View Lodge is a great option. The lodge is situated on the foothills of Mount Karisimbi, with stunning views of the surrounding volcanoes. The rooms are spacious and well-appointed, with large comfortable beds, en-suite bathrooms, and private balconies. The lodge also has a spa, a restaurant serving delicious meals, and a bar with a fireplace for cozy evenings.

Upmarket Lodge:

• For the ultimate luxury experience, the Bisate Lodge is the perfect choice. Located in a natural amphitheater of an eroded volcanic cone, the lodge offers breathtaking views of the lush green hills and valleys. The lodge has just six villas, each with its own fireplace, private deck, and en-suite bathroom with a bathtub and indoor/outdoor shower. The main lodge features a cozy lounge, a wine cellar, and a restaurant serving gourmet meals made with locally sourced ingredients. The lodge also offers a range of activities, including gorilla trekking, bird watching, and cultural tours.

After breakfast in the morning, depart for a city tour of Kigali. One of the highlights of the tour is a visit to the Rwanda Genocide Memorial Center, which provides a moving tribute to the lives lost in the genocide that occurred in 1994. Other places to visit include the Presidential Palace Museum and the Kandt House Museum of Natural History. After the city tour, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before being transferred to the airport for your flight back home marking the end of your 3 Days Rwanda Express Gorilla Trekking Tour