3-Day Rwanda Gorilla Adventure safari: The 3-Day Rwanda Gorilla Adventure is the best way to track primates and get up close and personal

3-Day Rwanda Gorilla Adventure Safari

December 18, 2024
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3-Day Rwanda Gorilla Adventure Safari: The 3-Day Rwanda Gorilla Adventure Safari is the best way to track primates and get up close and personal with endangered mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park. The most visited and famous destination in Rwanda is Volcanoes National Park, which is situated within the vast Virunga conservation area in the country’s northern western region. Four of the Virunga mountains are located in Volcanoes National Park, which is home to mountain gorillas such as Mount Sabyinyo along Uganda’s Rwanda-DRC-Congo border and Mount Bisoke along the Rwanda-DRC border.

12 of the more than 20 gorilla families in the park are completely habituated. You will trek to meet one of the 12 habituated mountain gorilla families during this 3-day Rwanda gorilla adventure safari Many people refer to seeing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat as a once-in-a-lifetime event because it is so amazing. The day after the mountain gorilla encounter, you will trek into the light bamboo forests to see golden monkeys in their natural habitat. One of the greatest sites to watch golden monkeys, a unique primate endemic to the Virunga Mountains, is Volcanoes National Park.

Enjoy the best of Volcanoes National Park with our easy 3-day Rwanda Gorilla Tour. A city tour of Kigali and a community visit are also included, and you may add on other quick outings like a trip to the Twin Lakes. It should be noted that tracking mountain gorillas is only permitted for those who are at least 15 years old.

This 3-day Rwanda Gorilla Tour is relaxed and most recommended for the best of Volcanoes National Park. It also features a Kigali city tour and a community visit, and other short excursions like a visit to the Twin Lakes can be added on. It is important to note that only individuals above the age of 15 are allowed to track mountain gorillas.

Highlights of the 3-Day Rwanda Gorilla Adventure Safari

  • Day 1: Kigali City and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
  • Day 2: Gorilla Trek & Cultural visit
  • Day 3: Golden Monkey trekking and departure.
  • Day 1: Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Detailed Itinerary  for 3-day Rwanda Gorilla Adventure Safari

Start your trip with a quick tour of the city, stopping at important landmarks including the local market and the Genocide Museum. Following this amazing city tour, you will spend roughly three hours travelling to Volcanoes National Park. This trip will take you to the picturesque twin lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo, where you can have a nature walk and see a variety of birds.

Day 2: Gorilla trekking and Cultural Visit-Rwanda Gorilla Adventure Safari

You will go to the park headquarters early in the morning on this most anticipated day after breakfast. Depending on where the mountain gorillas are, you will spend 2–6 hours in the forest with ranger guides after being taught the safety precautions of gorilla trekking. You will spend an hour with the mountain gorillas after you have identified them, learning about their social lifestyle and activities, including eating and nesting patterns, while taking priceless pictures of these endangered animals. You will meet and converse with the Rwandese locals during your evening cultural visit, learning more about their way of life.

Day 3: Golden Monkey Trekking and Departure

Following breakfast, you will receive a second training on tracking golden monkeys before heading into the forest. The golden monkeys, one of the unique primate species found exclusively in the Virunga massif, will be introduced to you. Depending on the timetable, you will witness further wildlife in the park before returning to Kigali for a transfer and being dropped off at the hotel or airport.

The 3-Day Rwanda Gorilla Adventure Safari package includes:

  • Airport pick up and drop off (transfers)
  • Gorilla and golden monkey trekking permits per person
  • Competent English-speaking guide
  • 4×4 wheel-drive safari vehicle
  • Accommodations and enroute meals
  • Rwenzori bottled drinking water

The 3-Day Rwanda Gorilla Adventure Safari package excludes

  • Air tickets
  • Personal travel Insurance
  • Souvenirs
  • Tips
  • Extra meals and activities
  • Other personal items.
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