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Welcome to Rwanda, land of a thousand hills—a country that emerged from a devastating genocide a little more than two decades ago as one of Africa’s most magical travel destinations. Go for jungle treks into the mist-shrouded slopes of Rwanda’s Virunga Volcanoes to witness the antics of one of mankind’s closest relatives during an intimate encounter with one of the world’s last habituated populations of mountain gorillas.
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4 DAY GORILLA SAFARI TRIP
Low season
(April 1st - May 19th)
Mid season (the rest of the year)
Mid season (the rest of the year)
Itenarary
- Day 1: Arrival at Kigali Airport and Welcome to Rwanda!
- Day 2: Kigali City tour and Transfer to volcanoes Nat Park
- Day 3: Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park and Ibyiwachu Village Tour
- Day 4: Gorilla Trekking Adventure in Volcanoes National Park and transfer to Kigali Airport
- INCLUDES
- 11 Days
- 24/7 Service
- English Speaking Guide
- Full Board during your Safari
- Game Drives
- Luxurious Private 4x4 Safari Jeep
- EXCLUDES
- Travel Insurance
- International flights and Visa
Day 1
Arrival at Kigali Airport and Welcome to Rwanda!
Meals & Drinks: Dinner included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Accommodations:
- Hotel Des Mille Colline
Day 2
Kigali City tour and Transfer to volcanoes Nat Park
After breakfast, your day starts with a tour of Kigali city. Named in 1907 by Dr. Richard Kandt, the first
colonial resident governor of Rwanda; Kigali city is surrounded by lush hills of green and is referred to
as the land of a thousand hills.
Get to visit interesting spots that may include:
Camp Kigali:Â commemorates the massacre of 10 Belgium UN Blue Berets on the first of the day of the genocide
Kigali Genocide Museum – Learn about Rwanda’s tragic past & the road to recovery
The Nyamirambo Women’s Centre: a cooperative by local women which offers skills to other women in the area as a way of uplifting them economically and socially. The center teaches basket weaving, handcraft making, cooking, computer literacy, sewing, etc.
Kimironko Market: This is the biggest and busiest market in Kigali where almost everything is sold from foodstuffs, fabrics to clothing.
Kaplaki Handicraft Market: This is a large crafts market and it is the place to visit if you are
looking to purchase your handcraft souvenirs
Old and New Kigali: Kigali has a plan of what they want the city to look, and there is already a new Kigali that is developing to take the old Kigali. So, crossing between the new and old Kigali gives you a picture of what Kigali has been and what it will be in the next decade.
Art galleries: For the art lovers, Kigali has a range of art galleries for you to savor. Inema Art gallery is the most popular and if you are to include an art gallery in your Kigali day tour then this is one of the highly recommended galleries
Afterwards you’ll take a 2-hour drive from Kigali to Ruhengeri/Musanze, arriving late in the evening in
time for check in at your lodge.
Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park
Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Accommodations:
- Tiloreza Eco Lodge
Day 3
Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park and Ibyiwachu Village Tour
We will start the day with a golden monkey trekking adventure in Volcanoes National Park.
This primate is native to the high-altitude forests of the park.
Once we have seen their playful interactions, we will head out of the park and Later visit Iby’iwacu Cultural Village a Non-Profit umbrella organization that aims at improving the lives of reformed poachers and communities around Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park through provision of conservation incentives, supporting community enterprise development and livelihood based projects. Return to your hotel to freshen up and have lunch then later dinner and overnight.
Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park
Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Accommodations:
- Tiloreza Eco Lodge
Day 4
Gorilla Trekking Adventure in Volcanoes National Park and transfer to Kigali Airport
After an early breakfast, you will proceed to the National Park headquarters – Kinigi to meet your
guides for the day.
After completing our park formalities, embark on a once in a life time experience of tracking mountain gorillas. Once you spot them, you are allowed to spend an hour watching your closest long lost cousin. This is perhaps one of the most breathtaking wildlife experiences on earth!!!
You get so close to these awesome giant primates. You stare at each other blankly, not knowing who to break the long silence first. Tracking the gorillas through the light mountain forest on the slopes of the Virunga is a magical experience. These massive primates are extremely rare, with less than 700 living today.
You will get within meters of the family and be privileged to spend an hour amongst them. The trekking may be fairly strenuous: up to six hours or longer at a relatively high altitude.
We encourage for your own enjoyment to make sure that you are perfectly fit and healthy. (We’ve had people as old as 70 years old do gorilla tracking so this should not be a problem; all you need is to ask your driver guide to request a shorter group for you if cannot you trek far.)
It is important to bring good hiking boots, long trousers, gloves for protection against stinging nettles, some snacks & sweets (for you, not the gorillas), as well as sufficient water as the rain forest gets hot and humid during the day.
You will spend one hour with the gorillas, but it is an hour you will never forget. Return to your hotel for lunch, later in the afternoon, transfer back to Kigali and catch your onward flight.
Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park/Kigali
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast and Lunch included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Accommodations:
- Garden Palace Hotel
- Five Volcanoes Boutique Lodge
- Virunga Lodge
Your dream trip, your price
Our experts will work with you to find the best option for your stay. They are truly the best at making your trip exactly as you dream it, specially tailored to your unique travel experience.
To find your perfect match, we offer various options for your stay, depending on your personal preferences and budget.
Our price indication page provides an overview of different seasons: low, mid, and high, as well as different types of accommodations: silver, gold, and platinum. The price of your stay will partly depend on whether you are seeking luxury and comfort or are more focused on adventure and nature. Anyway, we always have something to offer!
We cannot wait to help you creating your next dream trip in East Africa.
- INCLUDED
- All accommodations
- 11 days
- 24/7 service
- English speaking guide
- Full board during your safari
- Luxurious private 4×4 Safari Jeep
- Game drives
- Excluded
- International flights and visas
- Insurance
Low season (April 1st – May 19th)
Low season (April 1st – May 19th)
Overview
This 4-day trip takes you deep into the heart of Rwanda’s natural beauty and wildlife. You will start with a Kigali city tour, including a moving visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, before transferring to Volcanoes National Park for a once-in-a-lifetime mountain gorilla trek. The trek, often challenging, will bring you face-to-face with the rare and majestic mountain gorillas, followed by a visit to the Iby’iwacu Cultural Village to learn about local conservation efforts. The trip concludes with a transfer back to Kigali and departure.
This four-day tour of Rwanda takes you from the Rwandan capital of Kigali to the lush Volcanoes National Park, staying in luxury hotels. The highlight of this tour is an exceptional Mountain Gorilla encounter – you will meet these mighty but gravely endangered creatures alongside your specialist guide on an intrepid and intimate trek through the east African rainforest. You’ll also get to see the rare and charismatic Golden Monkey.
Day 1
Arrival at Kigali International Airport
As you walk out of Kigali International Airport, your personal Kawira driver/guide greets you with a big smile: ‘ welcome to Rwanda!’ After a short brief, you’ll proceed to your hotel for check in and overnight. Rest of the evening at Leisure.
Accommodations:
Day 4
Kigali International Airport
After breakfast, we transfer to Kigali, arriving in time for transfer to Kigali airport for your onward flight.
Accommodation
At Kawira Safaris, we know how accommodations can greatly elevate or lessen the joy of your overall travel experience. This is why we offer hundreds of accommodations to choose from and are dedicated to finding the best ones for you! Our accommodations are divided into 4 categories, based on the quality of services and amenities. Curious to know what we mean by silver, gold, platinum, and diamond? Read it here!
Silver Accommodations
Our silver accommodations are comfortable and affordable options for a pleasant stay in Africa. Nothing glamourous or luxurious, but you can expect decent and enjoyable lodging for an overnight stay. All properties are well-maintained and provide clean rooms, comfy beds, private bathrooms with hot water showers, and lovely dining rooms. Minor points to note are that WiFi may only be available in certain areas, and dinner is typically served as a buffet. But the accommodations usually lie in beautiful surroundings, and some boast swimming pools or other extras.
Golden Accommodations
Our golden accommodations take it up a notch, offering that extra touch of comfort and luxury. Here, you can indulge in well-designed rooms and buildings, usually set in beautiful locations. These accommodations feature fine, thoughtfully designed rooms with lush beds, fully equipped bathrooms, and private balconies with scenic views. You will enjoy excellent meals in buffets or à la carte menus and have free access to swimming pools. As a cherry on top, you might spot wildlife directly from the lodge, with monkeys in trees or animals coming to drink at a nearby waterhole.
Platinum Accommodations
Our platinum accommodations provide enhanced luxury, as they offer beautifully designed lodges and resorts in the most amazing locations. The service in these places is impeccable, all amenities you can think of are present, and rooms are spacious and extremely comfortable. Oftentimes, they boast private plunge pools or luxurious outside rain showers, wide beds, exquisite food, amazing service, and beautiful terraces with fluffy sofas. And of course, these accommodations boast the most remarkable views over extraordinary landscapes.
Diamond Accommodations
Our diamond accommodations offer the ultimate luxury experience in Africa. Nothing less than the best of the best! We take you to places that pamper you with the utmost luxury and comfort in stunning settings that give your Tanzanian adventure a memorable twist. You stay in places that are unique in their design, geographical location, and service and sleep, for example, on private islands, in treetop rooms inside national parks, or on the rim of a crater. You experience the utmost privacy and seclusion while you enjoy sundowners in private plunge pools or outdoor bathtubs with a view, indulge in haute cuisine in fine restaurants, get pampered in a luxury spa or with in-room massages, and get your morning coffee served by private butlers while watching the wildlife from your terrace. Regardless of the accommodation you choose, Kawira Safaris ensures that you have an unforgettable experience in this beautiful country. We are ready and excited to tailor your stay to your specific desires and requirements, working with you to create your dream itinerary. Karibu sana!
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