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2 Days Gorilla Trekking Rwanda

Trek with mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, with time to rest and explore

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Duration
2 Days / 1 Night
Tour type
Gorilla Trekking
Destination
Rwanda
Group size
2 – 12 People
Difficulty
Moderate
Day by Day

Your Itinerary

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1
Arrive Kigali → Volcanoes NP
Airport pickup or hotel transfer. Drive to Musanze near Volcanoes NP. Afternoon at leisure — visit Twin Lakes or local Musanze caves. Overnight near Volcanoes NP.
Your guide welcomes you at Kigali Airport or your hotel. The scenic drive to Musanze takes approximately 2.5 hours, passing through lush highland terrain. Upon arrival, settle into your lodge. Afternoon is yours to explore the area — visit the striking Twin Lakes (Ruhondo & Bulera) for panoramic volcanic views, or explore the Musanze Caves.
Lodge near Volcanoes NP
2
Gorilla Trekking → Kigali
Early briefing at park HQ, then trek into bamboo forests. Spend one magical hour with a habituated gorilla family. Afternoon drive back to Kigali for departure or overnight.
Very early start! Head to Volcanoes National Park headquarters for your final briefing. Trek into the dense bamboo forest where mountain gorillas live. Trek duration varies (typically 2–6 hours) depending on gorilla location. Once you locate a family, spend one precious hour observing the silverbacks, mothers and babies in their natural habitat. This is the highlight of your Rwanda adventure. Return to Kigali in the afternoon.
Lodge near Volcanoes NP
Package Details

What's Included

Everything you need for the perfect safari

Included in Your Safari

  • Airport or hotel transfers (Kigali)
  • Mountain gorilla trekking permit
  • All national park entrance fees
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Full-board accommodation (1 night)
  • All meals and drinking water
  • Twin Lakes visit (optional afternoon activity)

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Rwanda tourist visa ($30)
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & gratuities for guides
  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic beverages
Why Us

Why Book With Nature Nest

Licensed & Trusted

Registered by Uganda Tourism Board, members of AUTO & UTA

Small Groups

Maximum 12 travelers for an intimate, personalized experience

Flexible Dates

Pick your perfect dates — we run tours year-round

Best Value

Competitive pricing with no hidden fees, ever

Testimonials

What Our Travelers Say

“The 2-day format was perfect — gave us time to arrive without jet lag and really immerse in the gorilla experience. The lodge was comfortable, meals were delicious, and our guide was exceptional.”

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Jennifer L.
Vancouver, Canada

“Unforgettable! The gorilla trek was intense but so worth it. Seeing a mother gorilla with her infants playing around us was the most precious moment. Nature Nest handled everything flawlessly.”

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Antonio & Rosa G.
Madrid, Spain

“Excellent experience. The gorilla encounter lived up to all expectations. Only slight negative: the trek was longer than anticipated (6 hours), but that made the encounter even more special.”

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Thomas K.
Berlin, Germany

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