Gorilla Safaris and Tours in Volcanoes National Park are ideal for visitors already in Rwanda who want to make the most of their time by experiencing one of the country’s most remarkable wildlife adventures. Located in northern Rwanda, Volcanoes National Park is home to the endangered mountain gorillas and is easily accessible from Kigali, making it possible to travel to the park and begin your gorilla trekking experience within a day.
Rwanda is one of only three countries where mountain gorillas can be found in the wild. The country’s well-established gorilla trekking experience allows visitors to explore the beautiful rainforest of the Virunga Mountains while observing these remarkable primates in their natural habitat.
To get the most out of your Gorilla Safaris and Tours experience, proper planning is essential. Organise your one-day gorilla tour with Albertine Tours and discover the incredible mountain gorillas while exploring Rwanda’s stunning tropical rainforest.
Book your Gorilla Safaris and Tours experience with Albertine Tours for an unforgettable wildlife adventure in Rwanda.
Gorilla Safaris and Tours: Detailed Itinerary
For your Gorilla Safaris and Tours experience, you will depart from your hotel in Kigali at around 5:00 AM and travel to Volcanoes National Park. You should arrive at the park headquarters in time for the morning briefing, which begins at around 8:00 AM.
The journey to Volcanoes National Park allows you to admire Rwanda’s beautiful countryside, often referred to as the Land of a Thousand Hills. At the park headquarters, you will receive important information and guidelines for a successful gorilla trekking experience. You will then be placed into a trekking group and allocated a ranger guide who will assist you throughout the trek.
The gorilla trekking experience may take between two and five hours, depending on the location and movement of the gorilla family allocated to your group. Once you find the gorillas, you will have up to one hour to observe them and take photographs while following the park’s trekking guidelines.
After your gorilla trekking experience, you will leave the park and begin your journey back to Kigali.
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What Gorilla Safaris and Tours Include
- Pick-up and drop-off
- 4×4 safari vehicle and fuel
- Professional driver-guide
- Lunch
- Bottled drinking water
- Gorilla trekking permit
Tips for Gorilla Safaris and Tours in Rwanda
When preparing for Gorilla Safaris and Tours in Volcanoes National Park, it is important to pack appropriately. Volcanoes National Park is a tropical rainforest, so rainfall can occur even during the dry season. Visitors should therefore prepare for changing weather and sometimes challenging trekking conditions.
We recommend bringing the following essentials:
- Waterproof jacket or raincoat
- Comfortable hiking boots
- Warm jacket
- Long-sleeve shirt
- Long trousers
- Hat
- Gloves
- Insect repellent
- Reusable water bottle
- Small backpack
- Camera
Following the official park guidelines is also important for protecting both visitors and the gorillas. Rwanda Development Board recommends maintaining a safe distance from the gorillas, keeping voices low, avoiding flash photography, and following the instructions of your ranger guide.
Book Your Gorilla Safari and Tours Experience
Ready to see Rwanda’s mountain gorillas in their natural habitat? Albertine Tours can help you organise your Gorilla Safaris and Tours from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park, including transportation, a professional driver-guide, lunch, and your gorilla trekking permit.
Contact Albertine Tours today and start planning your unforgettable gorilla trekking experience in Rwanda.
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