Private Tour

One Day Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Overview

Available languages

English

French

Mobile ticket

Embark on a journey unlike any other and hike deep into Rwanda’s volcanic highlands to meet the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas. This once-in-a-lifetime experience begins with an early departure from Kigali, winding through breathtaking scenery here in the Land of a Thousand Hills as you arrive at Volcanoes National Park headquarters.

Led by expert trackers and a park guide, you’ll trek into the mystical Virunga Mountains, where the gorillas call home. You will spend an hour observing these critically endangered mountain gorillas just a few meters away from them. Mountain gorillas share a remarkable 97% DNA match to humans. After your unforgettable encounter, we will provide you with curated options for how to spend the next few hours before returning to Kigali. For those seeking deeper immersion, overnight extensions are available.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

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 To Expect

Volcanoes National Park

Today you'll trek through the misty rainforest of Volcanoes National Park to observe endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. These gentle giants live in family groups led by a silverback, and you’ll witness them feeding, grooming, playing, and resting, just a few meters away. You’ll even learn to speak gorilla. After check in you'll be assigned to a gorilla family and begin your trek with a park guide. These are wild animals, so it's hard to say how long your trek will be. Expect to spend a total of 2.5 to 6 hours inside the park. Once you find the gorilla group, you’ll spend a magical hour observing them. Photography is allowed and the experience is deeply emotional and awe-inspiring. Time permitting, you’ll have the option to visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus for the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, which is a purpose-built facility to accelerate scientific research. Return to Kigali in the late afternoon or early evening.

4 hours • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

All local taxes and administrative fees

Transportation in a private vehicle

One of the region’s most talented Go Further guides

Complimentary soft drinks & water

Gorilla permit ($1,500 per person) our team will check availability for your date as soon as you book with us

Packed breakfast (recommended from your hotel)

Lunch

Entrance to Ellen DeGeneres Campus

Tips and gratuities

Options