With this 2 Days Affordable Rwanda Gorilla Trek, it is possible to see mountain gorillas in Rwanda even with a busy schedule. This short Rwanda gorilla tour takes you to one of Africa’s oldest parks, Volcanoes National Park, for an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience.
Volcanoes National Park is located in Ruhengeri, northwestern Rwanda, covering about 160 square kilometers. It borders Uganda’s Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Congo’s Virunga National Park, forming part of the Virunga conservation area.
Gorilla trekking is the main safari activity in this park. Volcanoes National Park has 12 habituated gorilla families open for visitors, including Sabyinyo, Susa A, Susa B, Kwitonda, Titus, Amahoro, Umubano, Agashya, Karisimbi, and others.
The trek begins at Kinigi Park Headquarters and usually takes between 2 to 6 hours depending on the location of the gorilla group. Below is the detailed itinerary for this 2 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safari.
2-Day Rwanda Gorilla Tour Highlights
- Enjoy a 2-day Rwanda gorilla trekking safari in Volcanoes National Park
- Visit Kigali City for a short tour of historical and cultural attractions including the Genocide Memorial and local craft markets
- Trek through the bamboo forest of Volcanoes National Park in search of a habituated gorilla family
- Spend one full hour observing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
- Experience scenic drives through Rwanda’s countryside and green hills
- Learn about the different gorilla families living in Volcanoes National Park
- Travel comfortably with hotel or airport pickup and drop-off in Kigali
- Stay in comfortable lodges near the park with dinner and breakfast included
Brief 2-Day Rwanda Gorilla Tour Itinerary
- Day 1: Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
- Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park and Return to Kigali
Detailed 2-Day Rwanda Gorilla Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast or on arrival at Kigali International Airport, meet your driver-guide for a short briefing before starting your Rwanda gorilla trek safari.
Begin with a Kigali city tour to visit historical and cultural attractions such as the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local craft markets, and important monuments. The city tour takes about two hours.
After the tour, drive for about 2 to 3 hours to Volcanoes National Park in Ruhengeri. Enjoy scenic views of Rwanda’s countryside and green hills along the way.
Arrive at your lodge near the park in the afternoon, check in, and relax. Have dinner and an overnight stay as you prepare for your Rwanda gorilla trekking adventure the next day.
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park and Return to Kigali
After an early breakfast, drive to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing about the rules of gorilla trekking in Rwanda. The activity starts at 8:00 am.
With your ranger guide, enter the bamboo forest in search of the gorilla family. The trek can take between 2 and 6 hours depending on how far the gorillas have moved. Once you find them, spend one full hour observing and taking photos of these gentle giants in their natural home.
Carry packed lunch, drinking water, and wear the right gear such as long-sleeved shirts, trousers, and waterproof hiking boots.
After your gorilla encounter, return to the lodge or briefing point to meet your driver-guide. You will then drive back to Kigali City and be dropped off at your hotel or the airport.
This marks the end of your 2 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trek and Safari in Volcanoes National Park.