This 5-Day ultimate Gorilla trekking experience features two gorilla trekking excursions in the iconic Volcanoes national park, and a stay at the luxurious Singita lodge designed for unparalleled luxury adventure. experience educational visits at the Kigali genocide memorial and Ellen DeGeneres campus by Dian fossey.
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, enjoy a meet and greet assistance including a Vip lounge reserved for you. From there, transfer to your accommodation in Kigali. The rest of the day is at leisure to relax and prepare for your adventure. Accommodation: Hemingways retreat Kigali.
After breakfast, you will visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a poignant and important site dedicated to the victims of the 1994 Rwandan Genocide. This memorial provides a comprehensive understanding of Rwanda’s history and the events of the genocide. Following the memorial visit, you will embark on a scenic drive to Volcanoes National Park, once arrived, check in to your accommodation near the park. Accommodation: Singita lodge.
Today marks your first gorilla trekking experience. After an early breakfast and a briefing at the park’s headquarters, you will be assigned to a gorilla family and begin your trek into the forest with experienced guides and trackers. Once found, you will spend a magical hour observing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, you will visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, learning about gorilla conservation efforts and the legacy of Dian Fossey. Accommodation: Singita lodge
Enjoy a second opportunity to trek gorillas today. This allows for a different experience, potentially with a different gorilla family or under varying weather conditions, offering unique photographic and observational opportunities. Alternatively, you could opt for a golden monkey trek, depending on your preference and availability. Accommodation: Singita lodge
After breakfast, you will begin your transfer back to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight, concluding your ultimate gorilla trekking adventure in Rwanda.
