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.

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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