4-Day Rwanda Ultimate Mountain Gorilla Tour

Kigali

Day 1Kigali Kigali Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be greeted by our representative and assisted through immigration. You will then be transferred to your hotel, where a tour briefing will take place in the lobby. Kigali, known for its cleanliness and scenic hills, offers a warm and peaceful welcome to visitors. After check-in, you will have time to relax and enjoy dinner at your hotel. The evening is free for you to unwind and prepare for the exciting days ahead. Main Destination: Kigali Accommodation: 5 Swiss Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Kigali +4 Photos +3 Photos Meals & Drinks: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Kigali - Volcanoes National Park, via Musanze (2h30 drive)

Day 2Kigali - Volcanoes National Park, via Musanze (2h30 drive) Kigali - Volcanoes National Park, via Musanze (2h30 drive) After breakfast, you will check out and begin a guided tour of Kigali, a city that seamlessly blends modern development with deep cultural heritage. Your first stop is the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a moving tribute to the victims of the 1994 genocide. Through emotional exhibits and personal stories, the memorial provides insight into Rwanda’s history and resilience. Next, you will visit the Inema Arts Center, a creative space that showcases Rwanda’s emerging artists. For lunch, you will dine at Khana Khazana. Afterward, you will embark on a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Musanze, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park. The journey offers breathtaking views of Rwanda’s rolling hills, lush tea plantations, and picturesque countryside. Upon arrival in Musanze, you will check in at your lodge and have time to relax before dinner. The serene setting of the park’s surroundings provides a perfect retreat before your gorilla trekking adventure. Main Destination: Ruhengeri (City) Accommodation: Fatima Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Ruhengeri (City) +8 Photos +7 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Volcanoes - Kigali (2h30)

Day 3Volcanoes - Kigali (2h30) Volcanoes - Kigali (2h30) The day starts early with early breakfast before heading to the Volcanoes National Park Headquarters for a briefing about the gorilla trekking experience by 07h00. You will be assigned to a trekking group and guided through the dense rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family. The trek can take anywhere from one to several hours, depending on the gorillas’ movements. Once you find them, you will spend a magical hour observing their behaviors—watching juveniles play, silverbacks protect their family, and mothers care for their infants. After trekking, you will return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest before visiting the Gorilla Guardians Village. Here, you will experience traditional Rwandan dances, drumming, and storytelling, as well as learn about local crafts and daily life. In the late afternoon, you will drive back to Kigali, arriving in time for dinner and a restful night at your hotel. Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Best Time To Visit June to August (It is drier and hiking is easier) High Season June to September (Permits are scarce) Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot) Wildlife in Volcanoes NP GorillaCommon ChimpanzeeNone ElephantRare BuffaloRare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone Show more GiraffeNone LionNone LeopardNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: 5 Swiss Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Kigali Meals & Drinks: All meals in

Departure

Day 4Departure Departure On your final morning in Rwanda, enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your hotel before checking out. A private transfer will take you to Kigali International Airport, where you will bid farewell to your guide and proceed with your check-in for your outbound air transfer back home. Main Destination: Kigali International Airport (Kigali) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Gorille Africain Tours, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change. The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability. If an accommodation is fully booked, the