Rwanda: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
ID: GYG930082-1452940
Category:
Country: Rwanda
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Embark on a trek through the lush rainforest of Volcanoes National Park to get up close to the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Benefit from the convenience of round-trip transportation.
Embark on a gorilla trekking adventure in Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park. Encounter these majestic creatures in their natural habitat and learn about their behavior from your guide.
Start your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Kigali. Travel to the Volcanoes National Park, a 2-hour drive away, and meet your guide. Receive a briefing on the gorilla trekking experience and the rules to follow while in the park.
Set off on your trek through the lush forest, keeping an eye out for the gorillas. Once you find them, spend an hour observing them in their natural habitat. Watch as they go about their daily lives, foraging for food, and interacting with each other.
After your time with the gorillas, trek back to the park entrance. Enjoy a delicious lunch before heading back to Kigali.
Highlights
- Embark on a trek through the lush rainforest of Volcanoes National Park
- Get up close to the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
- Learn about the conservation efforts to protect the mountain gorillas
- Discover the unique flora and fauna of the park as you trek
- Benefit from the convenience of round-trip transportation from Kigali
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Gorilla trekking can be physically demanding, so a moderate level of fitness is required.
The weather in the mountains can be unpredictable, so be prepared for rain and cold temperatures.
Tracking the gorillas can take anywhere from 1 to 8 hours, so patience and flexibility are essential.
Photography is allowed, but flash photography is not permitted.
Keep a distance of at least 7 meters (about 23 feet) from the gorillas.
Follow the instructions of your guide at all times for your safety and the safety of the gorillas.
Travel Miles Head office before the start of our journey
INCLUDED
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Transportation to and from the national park
- Lunch and breakfast
- Hiking sticks
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
