Rwanda Gorilla Expedition – 5 Days

This focused 5-day expedition delivers the very best of Rwanda’s most iconic wildlife experience — trekking the endangered mountain gorillas of Volcanoes National Park. Designed for travellers seeking a powerful, time-efficient journey, this itinerary brings you from Kigali into the heart of gorilla country for two unforgettable treks, supported by meaningful conservation and cultural encounters.
Rwanda’s mountain gorillas represent one of the world’s greatest conservation success stories. Once critically endangered, their numbers have grown through dedicated protection, community partnerships, and long-term scientific research. Trekking into the Virunga mountains offers a rare opportunity to observe these remarkable gorillas up close — from nurturing mothers and playful juveniles to the calm authority of the silverback.
With seamless logistics, expert guiding, and carefully selected accommodations, this short but impactful journey captures the essence of Rwanda: its remarkable gorillas, its resilience, and its commitment to safeguarding what remains.
Itinerary
Arrive at Kigali International Airport, where our concierge team welcomes you and assists with immigration, customs, and baggage. Meet your driver-guide and transfer to your hotel for dinner and a relaxed first night.
Accommodation: Kigali Serena Hotel
Meal Plan: Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
Begin with a guided city tour including the Kigali Genocide Memorial — a powerful introduction to Rwanda’s past and unity journey. Continue north to Volcanoes National Park, arriving for lunch and an afternoon at leisure before your first trek.
Accommodation: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
Start early for your gorilla trekking briefing and hike into the forest with trackers who lead you to your allocated gorilla family. Spend an inspiring hour with them in their natural habitat. After lunch, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus for an insightful look into ongoing conservation efforts.
Accommodation: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
Your second trek offers a new family group or different forest route, revealing unique behaviours and dynamics. In the afternoon, visit Gorilla Guardians Village for cultural experiences shared by former poachers turned conservation ambassadors.
Accommodation: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner, Bed & Breakfast
After breakfast, return to Kigali for a farewell lunch before transferring to the airport for your outbound flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Dates & Rates
18 – 22 November 2026
Rates:
Per person sharing: USD 7,500
Single rate: USD 8,250
** Please contact us for SADC rates.
Inclusions:
- Meet & greet assistance at Kigali International Airport
- Private airport transfers & ground transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Legend Safaris Photographic Guide
- Accommodation and meals as listed
- Kigali city tour including Kigali Genocide Memorial
- Two mountain gorilla trekking permits (USD 1,500 per trek per person)
- Ellen DeGeneres Campus visit
- Cultural visit to Gorilla Guardians Village
- All park fees, conservation levies & government taxes
- Emergency medical evacuation cover
- Full support throughout your journey
- International & regional flights
- Rwanda visa fees
- Travel & medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs)
- Optional activities not listed
- Additional meals and beverages not specified
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