Luxury Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda

This is a profound bucket list experience and a unique opportunity

This is a profound bucket list experience and a unique opportunity

Duration

7 Days

When

All Year Round

Price From

$8,749 per person | Excludes the Gorilla trekking permit

Duration

7 Days

When

All Year Round

Price From

$8,749 per person | Excludes the Gorilla trekking permit

Trip Highlights

Gorilla trekking

Golden Monkey trekking

Walking safaris

Culture

Gorilla trekking

Golden Monkey trekking

Walking safaris

Culture

About the trip

Rwanda is a country of ever-changing landscapes ranging from rocky mountains, to dense green rainforests and expansive savannah plains. Such biodiversity brings a unique and varied spectrum of wildlife experiences to all those that dare to venture into the remote regions of Africa. Famous for primate trekking and jaw dropping landscapes, countless hiking trails and the incredible Lake Kivu, Rwanda is not to be missed. 

The 3 major national parks in Rwanda present you with the rare opportunity to encounter a great diversity of wildlife. Akagera is home to a wide variety of big plain animals, including zebra, giraffe and an assortment of antelope. Hippo can be spotted in the rivers, while hyena are also prevalent. 

Your day-to-day breakdown of this trip

Day one – two

Your 7 day luxury gorilla trekking adventure begins in Kigali, the perfect base for exploring the vast wilderness areas, while experiencing the warm hospitality and diverse culture of Rwanda. 

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Where you’ll stay: The Retreat by Heaven

The award-winning eco-friendly boutique hotel features only 12 rooms and is located 20 minutes from Kigali International Airport. Boasting 5-star facilities, guests can enjoy the hotel’s yoga studio, in-house spa, heated swimming pool, fitness center, and two on-site restaurants.

Experiences

During your stay, you will have the opportunity to explore Kigali on a private guided tour and visit the informative Genocide Museum, artisan shops, markets, a mural walk, a milk bar and more. Enjoy lunch at one of the oldest hotels in Rwanda, the Hotel des Mille Collines.

Day three – four

After a hearty breakfast at your 5-star hotel, your guide will meet you and transfer you to One & Only Nyungwe House. The adventure begins in the nearby Nyungwe National Park, a must for nature enthusiasts

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Where you’ll stay: One & Only Nyungwe House

Resting at the foothills of Volcanoes National Park, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest is where adventure and luxury meet. Effortlessly elegant in its design, this jungle sanctuary offers 14 secluded suites fused with their natural surroundings. It is the perfect base for an extraordinary encounter with the rare mountain gorillas of the Virunga Mountains.

Experiences

Your days here will be full of fun and adventure as you explore the national park and track endangered mountain gorillas while golden monkeys leap overhead. You will also get to explore the Musanze Caves, a network of caves formed over 65 million years ago.

Day five – six

After breakfast, you’ll meet your tour guide for a scenic drive through the beautiful terraced hillsides of northwest Rwanda. The drive will take you to Ruhengeri, the gateway to the Volcanoes National Park where you will be trekking with gorillas.

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Where you’ll stay: One & Only Gorilla’s Nest

Resting at the foothills of Volcanoes National Park, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest is where adventure and luxury meet. Effortlessly elegant in its design, this jungle sanctuary offers 14 secluded suites fused with their natural surroundings. It is the perfect base for an extraordinary encounter with the rare mountain gorillas of the Virunga Mountains.

Experiences

Your days here will be full of fun and adventure as you explore the national park and track endangered mountain gorillas while golden monkeys leap overhead. You will also get to explore the Musanze Caves, a network of caves formed over 65 million years ago.

Day Seven

Today marks the final day of your trekking with gorillas adventure! After breakfast at One & Only  Gorilla’s Nest, you’ll take a scenic drive to Kigali. The two and a half hour trip will take you through Rwanda’s dazzling green hills, giving you one last taste of this beautiful country before you arrive at the airport for your departure flight. Snacks will be provided in the vehicle to allow you to enjoy the last sights and sounds while enjoying some local cuisine.

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