Mountain gorilla family in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
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1-Day Rwanda Gorilla
Trekking Experience

1-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Experience | Akagera & Apes

1 DayMax 8Volcanoes NP, Rwanda5.0

Tour Overview

The ultimate single-day wildlife experience — depart Kigali at dawn, trek into the misty Virunga volcanoes, and spend a full hour face-to-face with a mountain gorilla family. Perfect for travellers with limited time who refuse to miss Rwanda's greatest encounter.

In the Wild

Safari Gallery

Mountain gorilla family in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
Baby mountain gorilla with mother, Rwanda
Silverback mountain gorilla portrait, Volcanoes National Park

Tour Highlights

Mountain gorilla trekking — Volcanoes National Park
One full hour with a wild gorilla family
Official gorilla trekking certificate
Return transfer from Kigali included

Itinerary

Early departure from Kigali; gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park; return transfer.

Depart Kigali at 05:00 for the scenic 2.5-hour drive to Volcanoes National Park. Attend the ranger briefing at park headquarters, then set off into the misty Virunga volcanoes with expert UWA guides. Spend a full, unforgettable hour face-to-face with a wild mountain gorilla family. Receive your official trekking certificate before a celebratory lunch at a local restaurant. Return to Kigali by evening, carrying memories that will last a lifetime.

Gallery

Mountain gorilla family in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
Baby mountain gorilla with mother, Rwanda
Silverback mountain gorilla portrait, Volcanoes National Park

Included

  • Return transfer from/to Kigali
  • Gorilla trekking permit
  • Park entry fees
  • English-speaking expert guide
  • Lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Official gorilla trekking certificate

Not Included

  • Tips & gratuities
  • Beverages & drinks
  • International flights
  • Visas
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance
From $1,500

per person

1 Day
Max 8 people
Volcanoes NP, Rwanda
Available year-round
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