1 Day Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda Encounter Mountain Gorillas
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At a glance
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Price from
- $299 / person
- Location
- Kigali, Rwanda
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 8
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- New Horizon Africa Safaris Ltd
- Meeting point
- Your guide with our company logo will be waiting for you at the Hotel lobby or pick up at Kigali International Airport with your names written on a paper sign
Description
Venture into Volcanoes National Park for an unforgettable 1-day trek to see the majestic Mountain Gorillas in their natural habitat. This adventure begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Kigali, followed by a briefing at the park headquarters. Guided by expert rangers, you’ll hike through lush montane ecosystems before meeting a gorilla family, where you can observe their daily life for an hour. This tour promises breathtaking wildlife encounters paired with stunning volcanic landscapes. Ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers, this trek requires a minimum of three participants.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 4:30 AM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 15
- Adult (ages 17–60)
- $299
- Senior (ages 61+)
- $299
- Youth (ages 15–16)
- $298
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 14.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
The driver will pick you up from your Hotel in Kigali early morning at 4:30 am and depart to the park headquarter for the briefing and grouping into small teams basing on which gorilla group you are to be tracking. Accompanied by a highly trained guide and the national park rangers, you will set off for your thrill experience of the Gorillas in the Mist. Once reached the family, you are allowed to spend strictly one hour with these amazing creatures. The trek can entail some thorough climbing as well as hiking although when you come face to face with the tranquil yet potent Mountain Gorillas, watching them only a few meters away from you observing the group, the baby with the mothers, the gorillas partaking their everyday routine just right in front of you is all very overwhelming. After trekking, you will have lunch and we drive back to Kigali.
What's included
Included
Lunch with soda or bottled water
Private transportation
Not included
Tips, souvenirs and donations
Gorilla Permit of $1500 payable on site at the park office. Gorilla Permit fee covers the government park entrance fees, a conservation/environmental fee
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick up at your Hotel or Apartment or Airport in Kigali or Musanze
How it compares in Kigali
- Starting price $299 is 25% below the typical $399 for tours of similar length in Kigali
Excurgo comparison of 539 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
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
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does 1 Day Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda Encounter Mountain Gorillas take?
1 Day Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda Encounter Mountain Gorillas lasts about 10 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does 1 Day Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda Encounter Mountain Gorillas cost?
Prices start at $299 per person for this Kigali experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does 1 Day Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda Encounter Mountain Gorillas run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 4:30 AM.
Can I cancel 1 Day Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda Encounter Mountain Gorillas for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick up at your Hotel or Apartment or Airport in Kigali or Musanze Pickup points include Tia Country Resort Hotel.
What languages is 1 Day Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda Encounter Mountain Gorillas offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
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