Private Tour

1 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

The trek takes an hour to about

8 more depending on where the gorillas had been the previous day. The hike is quite strenuous but all the more rewarding once you set your eyes on the gentle mountain gorillas. They always move in a big number with the Silverback at the lead. You will watch them carry about their day to day routine like the juveniles playing, mothers feeding their young ones and the Silverbacks taking watch out for their families avoiding any predator.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Ground transportation in a Jeep Car Vehicle

Gorilla Permit

Tips to local guides

Airfares

Any other item not mentioned above

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Kigali Serena Hotel

KN 3 Avenue, Boulevard de la Revolution Kigali Rwanda

Hotel Des Mille Collines

2 KN 6 Ave, Kigali Rwanda

Kigali Intl. Airport

Kigali Rwanda

What To Expect

it is a lifetime encounter that you wouldn’t want to miss out on the moment you get an opportunity to visit Rwanda. Wake up early in the morning at 4:30 am and drive off to the park. It’s a 112 km long drive to get to the Volcanoes National Park in Ruhengeri, Musanze province which is a habitat to the endangered Mountain gorillas. You can take visually attractive pictures from the different stopovers along the journey and also get to have a cup of coffee. At exactly 8.30 am, we move to the park’s headquarters in Kinigi Village where you are briefed by the ranger about the rules and regulations governing Gorilla tracking. You are distributed into different groups and then sent off into the forest. The trek takes an hour to about 8 more depending on where the gorillas had been the previous day. The hike is quite strenuous but all the more rewarding once you set your eyes on the gentle mountain gorillas. They always move in a big number with the Silverback at the lead. You will watch them carry about their day to day routine like the juveniles playing, mothers feeding their young ones and the Silverbacks taking watch out for their families avoiding any predator.

Options

1 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Tour

Pickup included

Reviews

5.00

21 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Gorilla Trekking
davedetar,
Apr 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The experience was worth every penny and more. My guide Muhammad was exceptional. The ride to the gorillas, he answered my many questions about Rwanda with a friendly and enthusiastic nature. The gorillas experience was fantastic. The mountain guides were professional yet friendly and we got very close to the many gorillas, including being charged by the silver back at the end. But as we were told prior to the trekk, the charge was a bluff, but still very exciting. The experience was so good, I will be back and hope to have Muhammad again.
Good experience with Shalom Safaris Rwanda to mountain gorillas trekking
thierryhM618QU,
Feb 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had a good experience to visit mountain gorillas in the moderate mountains climate. The service with the company was very professional and perfect, the vehicles, guiders and the leading👍…
Outstanding, I recommended it to whoever animals lovers
jacquesdX7426LS,
Dec 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I love the experience, and what a privilege to witness such of animals in there own turf. A overcast day is what photographers needs for pictures perfect and thats what we had. The staff (driver) Mico was outstanding, considering the task need, and very helpful with his knowledge, clean and comfortable vehicle, serving me with water and meal . Excellent choice of restaurant for the way home. Thank you to you all, great job. Jacques of Canada
A day we never will forget
Forset,
Dec 15, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent and kind service provided. Our guide and driver took great care of us, with all support possible to make us comfortable. On top, he took us to a great restaurant for a delicious lunch. A day we never will forget.
Unforgettable adventure
fannycP2360DW,
Nov 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our safari tour was absolutely thrilling from start to finish! The experience was incredibly well-coordinated, ensuring that every moment was seamless and enjoyable. The level of organization and attention to detail matched all expectations, Highly recommended for anyone looking for an amazing, well-executed safari. Shalom !! Shalom! Shalom Safaris
Excellent Gorilla tour
georgeb364,
Aug 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was an excellent expetience. Driver was excellent . The Gorilla sighting was well organised and we had a lot of help, even physially going up. Information by tour guide was very good, great information. Even the driver gave us good information on the way. Thanks
Excellent and safe tour
N5731UUjoshuad,
Jul 31, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience- they worked hard to get us permits and communication was quick and consistent. Showed up in a nice black Land Cruiser drove us all day. Very kind and helpful. Also saw Gorillas!!🦍
6 days traveling in Rwanda with Shalom Safari
B8757XV,
Jul 23, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a very amazing experience. The guide Didy was professional. Always gave us good suggestions. Shalom Safari is a professional company with great organizations!
Unique life experience
Sunshine36602718368,
Mar 16, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Thanks to Shalom for such a moving expérience. Namely to Mohammaad for ths wonderful tour Unique moment that i would have loved to share with family
An incredible experience
Eve1624,
Sep 28, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had the chance to spend a morning up close and personal with gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, and what an experience! Passionate and exciting guides, a few meters from the gorillas... All masterfully organized by Alain, with a special mention for the adaptation because everything is last minute!