2 Days Gorilla Tracking Rwanda

Safari Highlights ✅ Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park ✅ One hour face-to-face with mountain gorillas ✅ Kigali City Tour including Genocide Memorial Centre ✅ Iby'iwacu Cultural Village community visit ✅ Scenic drive through the "Land of a Thousand Hills" ✅ Stopovers for photography and Nyirangarama Market Day 1: Kigali City Tour & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park 7:00 AM | Pickup & Briefing Meet your driver/guide at your Kigali hotel, the airport, or your preferred pickup point. A short briefing sets the tone for your gorilla adventure. Begin with a Kigali City Tour - exploring Rwanda's clean, organized capital . Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre, a powerful tribute to Rwanda's history and a place of reflection and education . Mid-Morning | Depart for Volcanoes National Park Drive northwest out of Kigali - 80 kilometres through the rolling hills of Rwanda. The journey takes approximately 2–3 hours through terraced hillsides, valleys, and views of the Virunga Volcanoes . Your driver will pause at scenic viewpoints so you can capture the "Land of a Thousand Hills." Stopover | Nyirangarama Market A refreshing break at Nyirangarama - a vibrant roadside market. Stretch your legs, buy a drink, and soak in local life before continuing to the park . Afternoon | Iby'iwacu Cultural Village Visit the Iby'iwacu Cultural Village - a living museum formerly known as the Gorilla Guardians Village. Experience traditional Rwandan dance performances, explore a replica of the king's palace, witness local crafts, and learn how former poachers became conservationists protecting the gorillas they once threatened . Evening | Check-In at Your Lodge Check into your chosen accommodation and enjoy dinner: Budget: Muhabura Hotel / Kinigi Guest House Mid-Range: Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge / La Palme Luxury: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge / Silverback Lodge Dinner and overnight. Rest well - tomorrow is the day you've been waiting for. Day 2: Gorilla Trekking & Return to Kigali 6:30 AM | Early Breakfast & Transfer After an early breakfast at your lodge, grab your packed lunch and transfer to Kinigi Park Headquarters for your briefing . 7:00 AM | Briefing at Kinigi Join other trekkers for a briefing by your guide/ranger. Learn the rules: maintain a distance of five to seven metres, no flash photography, no feeding, no touching. You'll be grouped with no more than eight trekkers, along with a guide, an armed ranger, and porters. You'll be assigned a gorilla family based on fitness levels and group dynamics . Morning | The Trek Begins Ascend into the park to track your assigned gorilla group. The time taken to track these shy giants varies from a few minutes to several hours depending on the gorillas' location and weather conditions . Chances of not finding the gorillas are very slim - by the time you start the trek, your guide/ranger has an idea of where to find them using knowledge of gorilla movements and their known location the day before . The Moment Arrives | One Hour with the Mountain Gorillas When you finally locate your gorilla group, a maximum of one hour is allowed to observe and photograph the gorillas . Watch them feed, play, groom, and rest. Silverbacks assert authority. Infants cling to mothers. The encounter is intimate, humbling, unforgettable. Afternoon | Return to Lodge & Check Out After the thrilling gorilla experience, descend to your lodge. Lunch is served. Check out and prepare for the journey back. Afternoon | Drive to Kigali Depart Volcanoes National Park and drive back to Kigali - retracing the scenic route through the thousand hills . Evening | Drop-Off Arrive in Kigali. Drop-off at your hotel, the airport, or your preferred location for your return flight . End of the 2 Days Gorilla Tracking Safari. What's Included ✅ Kigali hotel or airport pickup and drop-off ✅ Professional English-speaking driver/guide ✅ 4x4 safari vehicle with fuel ✅ Gorilla trekking permit ✅ Iby'iwacu Cultural Village entry ✅ 1 night accommodation at chosen lodge ✅ Meals: Dinner on Day 1, Breakfast and packed lunch on Day 2 ✅ Drinking water in the vehicle ✅ Kigali City Tour including Genocide Memorial Centre What's Not Included ❌ International flights ❌ Rwanda visa fees ❌ Travel insurance ❌ Alcoholic drinks ❌ Personal expenses and tips ❌ Optional activities not mentioned What to Carry Sturdy hiking boots (broken-in) Long trousers and long sleeves Gardening gloves (for stinging nettles) Rain jacket (rain is common even in dry season) Sun hat and sunscreen Insect repellent Camera with zoom lens (no flash) Binoculars Water and snacks Small daypack with packed lunch Best Time to Visit Dry Season: June to September, December to February - firmer trails, easier trekking, clearer views. Avoid: March to May - heavy rains, muddy trails, challenging conditions. Why Choose This Safari? Once-in-a-lifetime experience - one hour with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat Cultural immersion - Iby'iwacu Cultural Village adds a rich dimension to your wildlife encounter Scenic drives - the Land of a Thousand Hills makes every moment count Perfect for short trips - only 2 days, ideal for business travelers or those adding Rwanda to a longer itinerary Search African Adventure Travellers for more information from our website and Youtube