Private Tour
2 Days Gorilla & Golden Monkey Trekking Safaris
Overview
Available languages
48 hours
Mobile ticket
Gorilla Trekking
Golden Monkey trekking
Canoeing in Mukungwa river
Private transportation
Night at Isange Paradise Resort
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 15 years.
Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
What To Expect
Golden Monkey Trekking & Mukungwa River Canoeing
Accommodations
Isange Paradise Resort
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Volcanoes National Park
Private transfer from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park This morning, your driver will meet you at your hotel and transfer you to Volcanoes National Park. The journey is approximately 106 km and will take between 2 to 3 hours. Today you will head out into the forest to track an endangered species of monkey known as the Golden Monkey. Spend 1 hour watching the monkey families play in the forest! This is a wonderful wildlife encounter as the proceeds from tourists visiting goes towards the research into the protection of this species and how to preserve their environment so that they do not become extinct. This rare species is listed as endangered and there are currently two troops of monkeys of around 80 members, that have been habituated to visits by tourists in the park. You will trek to find the golden monkeys in a similar way to the gorilla trek, in a small group of no more than six people, spending one hour with the monkeys once you have found them.
Musanze District
The start is a 15 minute transfer from central Musanze (add about 15 minutes from Kinigi). Here your activity leader will give you a briefing on the riverside before you get on the water. The first section is a flat and easy opportunity to learn how to steer your canoe as you float gently downstream. After about 20-30 minutes you will pull over for a short additional briefing about the small rapid, where helmets must be worn. Then as you continue deep into the countryside, you are surrounded by the sights and sounds of rural Rwanda.
Mountain Gorilla Trekking & Ellen DeGeneres Campus - Return to Kigali
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
Volcanoes National Park
On arrival, everyone will be split into groups of up to 8 people – and maybe joined with other tourists – before being allocated a ranger. You will then drive a short distance to the start of the trail, from where you will trek in the forest for around 1-3 hours or so to meet the gorillas. When you find them, the hour you spend with these incredible primates is a true lifetime experience that you will never forget. Note that the gorilla permits will be purchased at extra costs depending on Nationality.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Local guide
Bottled water
Canoeing
Dinner
Breakfast
Emergency Evacuation insurance
Golden Monkey permits
1 Night accommodation
Gratuities
Gorilla Permits
Personal Expenses
Pickup points
Kigali Marriott Hotel
Kn 3 Avenue, Nyarugenge District, Nyarugenge District Kigali Rwanda
Kigali Serena Hotel
KN 3 Avenue, Boulevard de la Revolution Kigali Rwanda
Ubumwe Grande Hotel
Plot 1306, KN 67 Street Kigali Rwanda
Park Inn by Radisson Kigali
Avenue De Kiyovu & Res Des Parcs, Plot 5457 Kigali Rwanda
Hotel Chez Lando
KG 201st , Airport Roa, Remera Kigali Rwanda
Radisson Blu Hotel & Convention Centre, Kigali
KG 2 Roundabout Kigali Rwanda
Hotel Des Mille Collines
2 KN 6 Ave, Kigali Rwanda
Lemigo Hotel
624 St Kg, Kimihurura - Rugando Kigali Rwanda
Kigali Intl. Airport
Kigali Rwanda
Galaxy Hotel
KN 25 Street, Kigali Rwanda
Options
1 Day Gorilla & Golden Monkey
Isange Paradise Resort
Duration: 2 days
All meals
Land Cruiser/ 4x4 Jeep
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great day out
hdbhollands,,Oct 21, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time out on lake Kivu early on a Saturday morning. Our guide Yves was friendly and gave us an excellent tour including helping us to spot birds and provide some good local knowledge of the area. Good exercise and a great way for a different perspective on the local area seeing everything from the lake itself. Would highly recommend for a great trip and adventure.
Incredible time on Lake Kivu with Kingfisher Journeys
Kat 2228,,Oct 11, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00If you are looking to explore Lake Kivu, look no further than Kingfisher Journeys. I went on their two day kayak trip and could have not asked for a better experience. Leading up to the trip, the team was extremely responsive and helpful in finding the best itinerary for me, and were very understanding and accommodating when I had to switch the departure date last minute. During the trip, Yves served as an excellent guide, giving lots of information about the lake, ensuring our pace was comfortable, and motivating me to our destination. He was extremely professional and made the trip massive fun! The equipment was also great! If you’re looking to spend an afternoon or a few days on the water of beautiful Lake Kivu, Kingfisher Journeys will give you a memorable experience! It was a highlight of my time in Rwanda!! Thanks to the Kingfisher team! :)
Sunset Kayak on L. Kivu
JosenJose,,Sep 30, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My husband and I booked a Sunset Kayak for our honeymoon and it was the perfect experience. The weather was warm and sunny. Lake Kivu is beautiful, calm and just serene. We started the trip right on time. Our guide Gracien was nice, easy to talk to and very knowledgeable about the lake and the entire experience. He made everything easy for us. Thankfully it was just the 2 of us and Gracien was kind enough to take our photos with his camera. I strongly recommend KingFisher Journeys for their professionalism and well packaged tours.
Eloi's kayak guide training - simulations on Lake Kivu
betsyjohnstonj,,Sep 7, 2018
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I was lucky enough to be part of a group of 5 who were invited to be "clients" for staff training for Eloi as he transitioned from canoe guide to kayak guide on Lake Kivu with Kingfisher Journeys. Steve organized the morning and our group represented the USA, UK, Belgium, Germany, and of course, Rwanda. We spent several hours with Eloi and Steve. Eloi taught us the basics, moved with us in the water, and we were then prompted by Steve to have heart attacks, fall out of our boats, go unconscious, have broken legs, act hysterically, etc. It was great staff training for Eloi so he can conduct safe journeys on Lake Kivu, AND it was a really fun outing for all of us as we got to know each other and gain kayak skills. Lake Kivu is big, clean, beautiful - no crocs or hippos - and a great way to spend the morning. Steve takes training seriously and mentored Eloi through all the prevention, safety and emergency response steps. I highly recommend Kingfisher Journeys. Check them out!
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