One Day Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Description
Embark on a journey unlike any other and hike deep into Rwanda’s volcanic highlands to meet the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas. This once-in-a-lifetime experience begins with an early departure from Kigali, winding through breathtaking scenery here in the Land of a Thousand Hills as you arrive at Volcanoes National Park headquarters. Led by expert trackers and a park guide, you’ll trek into the mystical Virunga Mountains, where the gorillas call home. You will spend an hour observing these critically endangered mountain gorillas just a few meters away from them. Mountain gorillas share a remarkable 97% DNA match to humans. After your unforgettable encounter, we will provide you with curated options for how to spend the next few hours before returning to Kigali. For those seeking deeper immersion, overnight extensions are available.
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Itinerary
Today you'll trek through the misty rainforest of Volcanoes National Park to observe endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. These gentle giants live in family groups led by a silverback, and you’ll witness them feeding, grooming, playing, and resting, just a few meters away. You’ll even learn to speak gorilla. After check in you'll be assigned to a gorilla family and begin your trek with a park guide. These are wild animals, so it's hard to say how long your trek will be. Expect to spend a total of 2.5 to 6 hours inside the park. Once you find the gorilla group, you’ll spend a magical hour observing them. Photography is allowed and the experience is deeply emotional and awe-inspiring. Time permitting, you’ll have the option to visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus for the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, which is a purpose-built facility to accelerate scientific research. Return to Kigali in the late afternoon or early evening.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We’ll pick you up right at your hotel or preferred address in Kigali to begin your adventure! Share your location once you've booked.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(1)
If you are in Kigali, booking a tour with Go Further is a must! The Gorilla Trek was incredible and tour guide Desiree r made it that much better by sharing local knowledge and fun stops on the way home. If you are traveling to Rwanda, Go Further should be first on your list to experience this amazing country!
Hi Matt, Thank you so much for the amazing review! We’re thrilled that the gorilla trek was such an incredible experience for you; it really is one of those moments that stays with you forever. I’m so happy to hear that the journey, the stories, and the stops along the way made the day even more special. It was such a pleasure hosting you in Rwanda, and we hope to welcome you back again for another adventure!
