Experience a 4-day Rwanda safari combining gorilla trekking, golden monkey tracking, cultural exploration, and scenic drives. This safari takes you through the lush Volcanoes National Park and includes a cultural introduction in Kigali.
4-Day Rwanda Gorilla & Golden Monkey Trekking Safari
Duration4 Days / 3 Nights
DestinationRwanda
Tour Overview
Tour Highlights
- Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
- Golden Monkey tracking in bamboo forests
- Visit to Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village to experience Rwandan traditions
- Guided city tour including Kigali Genocide Memorial
- Professional English-speaking guide throughout
Day-by-Day Itinerary
1Day
Arrival in Kigali & Genocide Memorial Visit
Welcome to Rwanda.
- Arrival: Upon arrival in Kigali, you will be welcomed by our professional driver-guide.
- City Tour: Begin your journey with a guided tour of the capital, including a powerful visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about the country’s history and resilience.
- The Drive: After lunch, enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside to Musanze (near Volcanoes National Park).
- Overnight: Check in, dinner, and overnight stay at your lodge in Musanze.
2Day
Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
The Highlight of the Safari.
- Briefing: Start the day early with a briefing at the park headquarters.
- The Trek: Led by expert guides, you will hike through the misty rainforest to locate your assigned gorilla family.
- The Encounter: Spend one awe-inspiring hour observing the gorillas in their natural habitat. Watch them eat, play, and interact with each other.
- Relaxation: Return to the lodge to relax and reflect on this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
- Overnight: Dinner and overnight stay at the same lodge in Musanze.
3Day
Golden Monkey Tracking & Cultural Visit
Primates and Traditions.
- Golden Monkeys: After breakfast, head back into the park to track the Golden Monkeys. These rare and lively primates live in the bamboo forests and are very photogenic.
- Cultural Experience: In the afternoon, visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village. Here, you will learn about Rwandan traditions, see traditional drumming and dancing, and experience local daily life.
- Overnight: Dinner and overnight stay at the same lodge in Musanze.
4Day
Return to Kigali & Departure
Farewell to Rwanda.
- The Drive: After breakfast, begin the drive back to Kigali.
- Optional Stops: If time permits, you can stop for souvenir shopping or a local coffee tasting experience.
- Drop Off: You will be transferred to the airport or your hotel in Kigali, marking the end of your safari.
Cost Per Person
- Budget: From $2,625
- Mid-range: From $3,000
- Luxury: From $3,750+
Safari Inclusions:
- Permits: 1 Gorilla Trekking Permit (Value $1,500) & 1 Golden Monkey Permit.
- Accommodation: 3 nights’ full-board accommodation.
- Transport: Private 4×4 vehicle with a professional English-speaking guide.
- Activities: Kigali Genocide Memorial entry and Cultural Village visit.
- Meals: All meals and bottled water included.
- Fees: All park entry fees and taxes.
What's Included
- 1 Gorilla Trekking Permit (Value $1,500)
- 1 Golden Monkey Permit
- 3 nights’ full-board accommodation
- Private 4x4 vehicle with guide
- Kigali Genocide Memorial entry and Cultural Village visit
- All park entry fees and taxes
- All meals and bottled water
Enquire about this tour
Send us your dates and we will come back with an itinerary and a quote.
Why book with African Breeze Tours?
Expert Tour Guides
Experienced guides with deep knowledge on wildlife, destinations & conservation
Top Safaris Destinations
We take you to premier destinations – Masai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu & more
Africa Big Five
View the famed Africa Big Five, and many more incredible wildlife
You May Also Like
Not quite the right trip?
Every itinerary we run can be reshaped around your dates, your budget and the animals you most want to see. Tell us what you have in mind.