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1 Day Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Location Kigali, Rwanda
$2,350
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Overview

The 1-day gorilla trekking safari in Rwanda offers an unforgettable chance to encounter majestic mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park. Silver Bird Tours Agency provides tailored experiences that guarantee a seamless and enriching journey.

  • 🦍 Professional English-speaking driver guide picks you up from your hotel at 4:30 a.m. for an early start to Volcanoes National Park.
  • 🌄 Arrive by 7:00 a.m. for registration and a briefing at the park headquarters, where ranger guides will explain the dos and don’ts of gorilla trekking.
  • 📸 Learn essential trekking tips from the ranger guides, including photography guidelines, before being divided into different trekking groups.
  • ⏳ Enjoy one magical hour observing mountain gorillas as they interact, play, groom, and feed in their natural habitat, capturing lifetime photos.
  • 🍽️ Take a break for lunch after your trekking experience before returning to Kigali for drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
  • 🎶 Experience the vibrant Intore dance at Iby'iwacu Cultural Village, featuring energetic performances that showcase Rwanda's musical heritage.
  • 🧺 Get hands-on with traditional crafts such as weaving Agaseke baskets and pottery making, connecting with local Rwandan culture.
  • 🍌 Participate in the traditional process of making banana beer, culminating in a tasting session of this unique local beverage.
  • 💦 Optionally stop at Gasumo Waterfall on the way back to Kigali, where you can enjoy stunning views after a short hike.
  • 🌍 Gorilla permits are included, priced at $1500 per person for internationals and $500 for Africans, along with all fees and taxes.

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The experience offers several options. This price includes:

Internationals
Lunch
4x4 and Landcruiser
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide

The experience offers several options, check yours above
  • Ibyiwacu culture fees
  • Gorilla permits ($1500 PP for Internationals and $500 PP for Africans)
  • Ground transport and guiding fee
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Lunch
  • Guiding and conservation fee
  • Alcoholic Beverages

Meeting point
We park car in front of hotel or lodge where easy to find them
Return details
We park car in front of hotel or lodge where easy to find them

  • Volcanoes National Park
    Early in the morning, at 4:30 a.m., your professional English-speaking driver guide will pick-up you from Hotel and drive northwards to Volcanoes National Park in Musanze, home to more than 300 Mountain Gorillas. Upon arrival by 7:00 am, you will head to park headquarters for registration and a briefing from ranger guides about the Dos and don’ts, expectations for gorilla trekking while in the park. The ranger guide will share some of the gorilla trekking tips like no flash photography and later divide you in the different gorilla trekking groups. Depending on the location of the family of gorillas you will trek, you will have one magical hour to learn and observe the majestic mountain gorillas as they interact, play, groom, feed, and roam around as you take photos of a lifetime experience Retreat from the Gorilla trekking experience, have a Lunch break, and drive back to Kigali for drop off at the Hotel or Airport.
  • Iby'iwacu Cultural Village
    Experience the vibrant Intore dance, a traditional Rwandan warrior performance characterized by energetic movements and rhythmic drumming. Accompanied by songs such as Ibyivugo, Amakondera, and Inanga, these performances offer a captivating insight into Rwanda's musical heritage. You are often invited to join in, making it a lively and interactive experience. Engage in hands-on activities like weaving Agaseke baskets, pottery making, and crafting traditional mats and bags. These crafts are integral to Rwandan culture and provide you with a tangible connection to local traditions Discover the traditional process of making banana beer, a staple in Rwandan culture. You can observe and participate in the brewing process, culminating in a tasting session to experience this unique local beverage
  • After trekking and culture village on our way back to kigali you can stop and enjoy Gasumo waterfall, this is the place where you can enjoy the waterfall but it can also depend on how you feel. Gasumo Waterfall, located between Musanze district and Gakenke district in the northern province, is one of the most impressive sites in the country. The cascading water of the 50-meter-high waterfalls makes it a very popular destination for not only local tourists but also travelers from all over the world on their Rwanda tours. Visitors must hike through a steep path to reach the falls, but it is well worth the effort for the stunning views it offers. It is the perfect place to enjoy a picnic with friends or relax and escape the bustling city for a little while.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Travel tips to Rwanda; Volcanoes National Park; A long-sleeved shirt, Thick trousers preferably Khaki or neutral color, Comfortable Hiking boots, Rain jacket or a poncho or a pair of sturdy / something warm just in case the hills bless us with rain that day, A hat(optional) to protect your hair from pulling off the tree branches if any. Sunscreen and insect repellent A gaiter or Long socks to wear over your trousers to protect ants from entering, A pair of hand gloves to protect from nettles Some chocolates just some little sugar
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    1 Day Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

    Location Kigali, Rwanda
    $2,350
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!

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