Small Group Rwanda Gorilla Adventure Safari is a 4 day Rwanda short gorilla trekking safari with two gorillas tracking opportunities, staying at the lovely luxurious eco-friendly Volcanoes Virunga Lodge.
Spend four days in Volcanoes National Park / Parc National des Volcans tracking the magnificent endangered mountain gorillas (two gorilla tracking permits are included).
Staying at the lovely Virunga Lodge located at 2,300m with 360 degree views, you are in the perfect location to enjoy a variety of activities including a visit to Dian Fossey's Grave, climbing a volcano, visiting the Mountain Gorilla Veterinary Project or tracking the golden monkeys.
Note: As a 4-day safari this trip also serves as the perfect extension to a safari to see the 'Big Five' of Kenya or Tanzania so please feel free to contact us should you require any further details.
Take a short safari holiday vacation to Africa in a small group of famiy, friends and collegues to the Rwandan countryside that can be taken as a weekend and short gateway from Europe, Russia, Parts of Asia, The Middle East and within The African Continent.
One More Reason To Book This Safari Experience
- Experience Rwanda's hilly countryside that has made the country to be referred to as the land of a thousand hills on a drive to the famous Volcanoes National Park.
- Climb up deep into the Virunga Mountains to track the endangered mountain gorillas and get rewarded by spending an hour with these magnificent creatures a truly memorable experience.
- To track the golden monkeys found in the Volcanoes National Park.
- To experience the culture and way of life of the people of Rwanda while on a safari holiday vacation trip.
- Take a safari holiday adventure tailor-made and suited for Small Groups of Family and Friends.
The Detailed Small Group Rwanda Gorilla Adventure Safari – 4 Day Luxury Safari Adventure Holiday Vacation Itinerary
Day 1: Kigali City - Volcanoes National Park / Parc National des Volcans
Arrival in Kigali (suggested arrival no later than 12:00hrs). Met on arrival at airport and transferred to Kigali City for a briefing on your safari. After lunch, depart for Volcanoes National Park (PNV) at 2pm. The journey north goes through the beautiful terraced hillsides that characterize much of Rwanda's landscape, gradually climbing to the base of the awesome Virunga volcanoes, sometimes with as many as five peaks visible.
Meals Included: Dinner
Overnight: Volcanoes Virunga Mountain Lodge or Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
Day 2: Volcanoes National Park / Parc National des Volcans
Gorilla tracking in Parc National des Volcans (subject to permit availability at the time of booking). Tracking the gorillas through the light mountain forest on the slopes of the Virungas is a magical experience. If you are lucky you can get to the gorillas, spend an hour with them, and be back at the base in time for a late lunch! Some gorilla families however are more elusive, and tracking can take a full day, especially when it is wet and muddy. Max group size 8 whilst tracking the gorillas and can take between 4-8 hours. In the afternoon relax back at the lodge and enjoy its magical setting.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Volcanoes Virunga Mountain Lodge or Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
Day 3: Volcanoes National Park / Parc National des Volcans
Either go gorilla tracking again in Parc National des Volcans (on payment of supplement at time of booking), or visit the golden monkeys or drive to Gisenyi, visit Ros Carr's orphanage and Lake Kivu or climb the Visoke / Muhavura volcanoes, or trek to Dian Fossey's grave, or visit the local school, community projects or walk to Lake Bulera.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Volcanoes Virunga Mountain Lodge or Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
Day 4: Volcanoes National Park / Parc National des Volcans – Kigali City
Leave for Kigali. Time permitting; embark on a tour of the city including a visit to the market, a pottery project, handicraft shops and the genocide memorial. Transfer to Kigali International airport for your return flight home - (B)
Prices
Please treat the prices shown as a price estimate. Your final price might go up or down following seasonal prices in the different lodges, camps and resorts. All prices indicated are per person, based on 2 persons sharing a room, and on estimated high season rates.
Rate Includes:
- All transfers
- Vehicle and guide
- One gorilla tracking permit
- Full board accommodation