Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda
Discover one of Africa’s most exciting destinations, home to lush rainforest, a buzzy capital city and the iconic mountain gorillas of Volcanoes National Park.
4 days
suggested length
$14,995
price from
Rwanda gleams like a green jewel in the heart of Africa; experience the very best of it, from tracking the legendary mountain gorillas to exploring its tranquil waterways by canoe, with a journey crafted by experienced Africa specialists. See the incredible scenery and rich wildlife of Rwanda on this four-day, tailor-made adventure. A&K’s team will take care of every stage of your journey, taking you from the city to the deepest, densest jungle; including arranging local guides, nights in elegant lodges in the heart of the wilderness, and gorilla-trekking permits, which are a requirement for setting off on two life-changing hikes to spot the great apes in Volcanoes National Park.
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Highlights
Track endangered mountain gorillas on designated hikes in the epic wilderness of Volcanoes National Park
Admire the lush greenery and dazzling birdlife on a journey along the lazy Mukungwa River by canoe, an A&K exclusive experience
Pay your respects at the moving Genocide Memorial Site in Kigali, the Rwandan capital
Stay in Rwanda’s finest five-star lodges, sumptuous feats of design set amid soul-quieting landscapes
Your Itinerary
Our experts have designed this gold-standard itinerary to inspire you, featuring our pick of the best hotels and experiences in every thrilling destination.
Kigali, Rwanda
Culture and contemplation in the capital
Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a powerful tribute to the one million Tutsis and Hutus killed in 1994. Intensely moving exhibits explore how the atrocities unfolded, and survivors’ videos offer a spiriting show of the Rwandans’ resilience.
Your Hotels
The Retreat by Heaven
Your Experiences
Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial
A lesson in fusion flavors
Make Your Own Coffee
Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
The majestic abode of the mountain gorilla
One of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife experiences awaits travellers trekking into the dense, high-altitude forests of Volcanoes National Park, where experienced rangers will read the forest to locate one of 18 habituated families of mountain gorilla. Spend an hour in the company of these fascinating, endangered primates, observing their behavior and taking pictures from a respectful distance.
Your Hotels
One&Only Gorilla's Nest
Your Experiences
Go behind the scenes of vital gorilla research
Virunga Mountains gorilla trekking
Canoeing down the Mukungwa River
More Recommended Hotels
Choose your dream hotel in every destination from our curated list.
The Retreat by Heaven
Kigali Serena Hotel
One&Only Gorilla's Nest
Singita Kwitonda Lodge
Add-On Experiences
Switch up your adventure by adding more experiences that thrill you.
Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial
Go behind the scenes of vital gorilla research
Virunga Mountains gorilla trekking
A lesson in fusion flavors
Make Your Own Coffee
