Rwanda is home to outrageous scenery, smiling and welcoming people, and incredible primate experiences. This whistle-stop tour focuses on the history and wildlife of this extraordinary country and gives you an insight into its beauty and will leave you wanting for more.
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Overview
Itinerary Highlights
- Discover Kigali's history and culture with visits to the Genocide Memorial and local markets.
- Embark on an exhilarating trek to observe gorillas in their natural habitat, capturing unforgettable moments.
- Join a community walk at Red Rock to support local conservation, arts, and education initiatives.
- Track the endangered Golden Monkeys in Volcanoes National Park.
Itinerary in Brief
- Day 1: Arrive to Kigali
- Day 2: Kigali City tour and transfer to Volcanoes National Park
- Day 3: Gorilla trekking in Rwanda and Community Walk
- Day 4: Golden Monkey Tracking and departure
Tailor-made suggestions
- Add in a extra day to enjoy the beautiful and peaceful Volcanoes National Park.
- Consider adding a few extra days to include a visit to the Nyungwe Forest National Park with our Rwanda Wildlife and Primates Safari tour.
- Extend your Africa adventure by exploring the wonders of Uganda.
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Day 1 - Kigali: Arrive to Kigali
Arrive to Kigali
Welcome to the Land of A thousand Hills.
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be welcomed by one of our experienced safari guides who will transfer you to your Hotel for the rest of the day and overnight. At check in, you will be briefed about your safari and what to expect, the safari do’s and don’ts. Overnight at your Hotel.
Day 2 - Kigali: Kigali City tour and transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Kigali City tour and transfer to Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel for a half-day Kigali city tour. This tour includes a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial Site and Museum, where you can learn about the 1994 genocide. You will also explore local markets and other points of interest. Following the tour, enjoy lunch before departing for Volcanoes National Park. The journey to the park will take you through the stunning mountainous and green countryside, aptly earning Rwanda the name "The Land of a Thousand Hills."
Breakfast included.
Day 3 - Ruhengeri: Gorilla trekking in Rwanda and Community Walk
Gorilla trekking in Rwanda and Community Walk
This morning, after breakfast, you will be transferred from your lodge to the park headquarters for a briefing on the day's gorilla trekking activity. It is advisable to pack your lunch and drinking water and consider hiring porters, as the time spent in the jungle can be unpredictable. After the briefing from the park rangers, you will be assigned a gorilla family and then venture into the forest to search for these gentle giants.
Gorilla tracking may take anywhere from a few hours to a full day, depending on where the gorillas were last seen the previous night. Physical fitness is highly recommended, but those who are not as fit have the option to hire "human helicopters" (sedan chairs). Once you find the gorillas, you will have the opportunity to spend a maximum of one hour with them, during which you can take videos and photographs. Afterward, you will return to your lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, enjoy a community walk to Red Rock, a local initiative focused on improving community livelihoods through environmental conservation, arts and culture, education, and community health and security.
Breakfast included.
Day 4 - Ruhengeri: Golden Monkey Tracking and departure
Golden Monkey Tracking and departure
After breakfast, you will return to the park offices for a briefing on the day's activity: Golden Monkey tracking. These endangered monkeys, found within Volcanoes National Park, are easier to locate and the trek is shorter compared to gorilla trekking. Afterward, you will return to the lodge for an early lunch before your afternoon transfer to Kigali airport.
Breakfast included.
Departs daily
| Season | Type | From | Special Offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Jan 2025 - 31 Dec 2025 | NZD$6609pp | ||
| Comfort | NZD$6609pp | Contact us | |
| Superior | NZD$8086pp | Contact us | |
| Deluxe | NZD$15176pp | Contact us |
**Prices are per person based on twin / shared accommodation.
**Single supplements may apply
Comfort
Kigali, Rwanda - Heaven Rwanda
Ruhengeri, Rwanda - Davinci Gorilla Lodge
Superior
Kigali, Rwanda - Kigali Serena Hotel
Virunga, Rwanda - Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Deluxe
Kigali, Rwanda - The Retreat by Heaven
Virunga, Rwanda - Volcanoes Virunga Lodge
Whats included?
- 1 x night accommodation in Kigali on BB
- 2 x nights’ accommodation in Volcanoes on FB
- Kigali city Tour
- 1 x Gorilla permit
- 1 x Community walk
- 1 x Golden Monkey permit
- All transport with an English-speaking guide
- Drinking water in vehicle.
What’s not included?
- International and internal airfares
- Arrival/departure taxes or reciprocity fees, visa fees where applicable
- Optional activities in Volcanoes National Park
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Any items not mentioned as included
Notes
- Please note Park Fees and Gorilla Permits are subject to change without warning.
- Hotel rates are based on lead-in rooms. Other room types and hotels are available. Rates are subject to change and different rates may apply during holiday seasons and special events.
- Please contact us for upgrades on hotels or rooms.
- Please note that rates can change due to seasonality. Our website price is a good guidance as a "from" price. Please contact us for specific dates.
Price Assurance
At Eclipse Travel, our expert destination knowledge and decades of travel planning experience come at no extra cost to you. While many think booking through a tour operator is more expensive than planning a trip independently, that’s not the case. We’re paid by our travel partners—such as hotels, activity operators, and cruise providers—via commissions, not by our clients.
Our team negotiates the best rates for you and ensures you receive unbiased advice, with no preference for any particular supplier. In fact, where we secure higher commissions, we often pass the savings on to you, giving us a competitive price edge.
Additionally, we lock in exchange rates at the time of your deposit, ensuring no surprise costs when it’s time for final payment. You can rest easy knowing we’ll handle the details with our suppliers. The only exceptions are national park fee increases or fuel surcharges imposed after your booking, though these are rare.
Take advantage of our team’s expertise and let us help you plan the perfect holiday—hassle-free!
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