# Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Safari to Virunga

> A 5-day trip from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park in the Virunga mountains, to trek to the mountain gorillas and spend an hour with them, and to see golden monkeys. Suited to active travellers.

## Overview

**Location:** Rwanda
**Duration:** 5 days, 0 hour, 0 min
**Price:** from US$5241 per person
**Tour Type:** Adventure Tour
**Difficulty:** Difficult
**Guide Language:** English

## Description

What you can expect

Discover a whole new adventure of hiking on the lush slopes of the beautiful Virungas Volcanoes in Rwanda in order to see the world’s largest population of mountain gorillas. Enjoy this journey with the opportunity to see the fascinating interaction between the gorilla families and an option to search for the golden monkey troops in their natural setting. Spend one night in the city and three nights at a safari lodge and enjoy the scenic views of the volcanoes around and the beautiful surrounding lakes. You can also talk optional walks through the villages. 

Do this because

Rwanda is known as the land of a thousand hills, with green scenery and a lot of history. This package allows you as a solo traveler, couple or family to explore the beauty Africa possesses and to witness the great primates undisturbed in the habitat. This is 5-days of un-matched beauty and true African adventure ready to be explored. 

Day 1: Arrival

Upon your arrival at Kigali Airport, you will be welcomed by one of our friendly representatives who will transfer you to Kigali Serena Hotel where you will overnight. Enjoy the rest of your afternoon/evening at leisure. 

Your 1-night stay at Kigali Serena Hotel includes a Standard Room with ensuite bathroom and breakfast. 

1-Night at Kigali Serena Hotel, Kigali, Rwanda

Kigali Serena Hotel, in the centre of Kigali, is a relaxed hotel with 148 contemporary rooms each with an ensuite bathroom, flat screen television, internet connectivity and personal bar. The hotel has a swimming pool, Health Spa, well-equipped gym and a lounge on the open terrace where guests can enjoy their sundowners. 

Day 2: Parc des Volcans, Rwanda

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel thereafter prepare for check-out. You will be transferred to Parc des Volcans which Is a 3-hour drive to where you will spend 3 nights. Check-in at Volcanoes Virunga Lodge. Rest of your day will be at leisure. 

Your 3-night stay at Volcanoes Virunga Lodge includes a Banda with ensuite bathroom, three daily meals, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, laundry, a complimentary massage and any activities available at the lodge. 

3-Nights at Volcanoes Virunga Lodge, Twin Lakes Burera & Ruhondo, Rwanda

Set on a hillside, with views of Virunga Volcanoes and lakes of Ruhondo and Bulera Rustic, Virunga Safari Lodge has comfortable, spacious chalets with well-equipped ensuite bathrooms and private verandas. The lodge allows guests to take walks to local villages and provides entertainment from local Indore dance troupe. 

Day 3: Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

Enjoy an early breakfast before we begin our trekking journey. You will be briefed by your guide and get ready. Follow in the light steps of your experienced guide as the rainforest folds in around you. Take in the sounds, smells and scenery of the forest. Feel the rush of excitement as those dim shapes and faint sounds become actual living, breathing, free gorillas. Enjoy every second of an exciting hour with the great apes. After this hour visit, walk back to the starting point. As you return to the lodge, reflect on the beautiful memories and exciting moments spent with the gorillas. (We included one permit for Gorilla Trekking, additional permit of Golden Monkey Trekking bookable at additional cost). 

Day 4: Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

Enjoy breakfast and day at leisure. Activities at the hotel will be recommended by the staff. Optional Golden Monkey Trekking - permit bookable at an additional cost. Enjoy Lunch and Dinner. 

Day 5: Departure

Enjoy your last breakfast at the lodge and prepare for check-out. You will be transferred to Kigali Airport for your outbound flight as per your own arrangements. Thank you for visiting. 

What is included

Meet and Greet at Kigali International Airport
1-Night Stay at Kigali Serena Inn - Bed & Breakfast
Volcanoes Virunga Lodge - Full Board (All Meals, Bottled water, Soft drinks, local house wines and local beer)
Private use of vehicle
1 x Gorilla Trekking Permit per guest
Road Transfers - Kigali international Airport-Kigali Serena-Parc des Volcans-Kigali International Airport
 A complimentary massage 
Laundry
Nature Walk
From the safari price paid by clients Volcanoes contributes $100 per client to the Volcanoes Partnership Trust, a separate non-profit organization which undertakes community and conservation activities.
 Emergency medical evacuation insurance 
Administration fee 
What is not included

International flights and applicable Airport Departure Taxes excluded 
Meals not specified (including lunch and other meal stops between properties on overland sectors)
Drinks where not stipulated in itinerary 
Items of a personal nature
 Laundry in Kigali
Gratuities for guide/driver/hotel staff 
Air transfers as specified, including Departure Taxes
Any scheduled Commercial flights and related Taxes; 
Any extras and additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary 
Any new Government Taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases which are beyond our control
Golden Monkey Trekking at an additional cost of USD100 per person at Virunga
Additional Gorilla Trek charge $1500 per person per Gorilla permit.

## Highlights

Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, with 1-hour with the gorillas
Golden monkey trekking
Walks to local villages
Virunga Safari Lodge, with views of the volcanoes and lakes, and a complimentary massage

## What's Included

Meet and Greet at Kigali International Airport
1-Night Stay at Kigali Serena Inn - Bed & Breakfast
Volcanoes Virunga Lodge - Full Board (All Meals, Bottled water, Soft drinks, local house wines and local beer)
Exclusive use of vehicle
1 x Gorilla Trekking Permit per guest
Road Transfers - Kigali international Airport-Kigali Serena-Parc des Volcans-Kigali International Airport
A complimentary massage
Laundry
Nature Walk
From the safari price paid by clients Volcanoes contributes $100 per client to the Volcanoes Partnership Trust, a separate non-profit organization which undertakes community and conservation activities.
Emergency medical evacuation insurance
Administration fee

## What's Not Included

International flights and applicable Airport Departure Taxes excluded
Meals not specified (including lunch and other meal stops between properties on overland sectors)
Drinks where not stipulated in itinerary
Items of a personal nature
Laundry in Kigali
Gratuities for guide/driver/hotel staff
Air transfers as specified, including Departure Taxes
Any scheduled Commercial flights and related Taxes
Any extras and additional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Any new Government Taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases which are beyond our control
Golden Monkey Trekking at an additional cost of USD100 per person at Virunga

## Cancellation Policy

All cancellations are to be emailed to info@amityadventure.com.
Upon confirmation: up to 61 days prior to arrival, 100% refundable.
Upon confirmation: 60 - 45 days prior to arrival, 20% of the total cost is retained.
Upon confirmation: 44 - 30 days prior to arrival, 50% of the total cost is retained.
Upon confirmation: 29 days to arrival date, 100% of the total cost is retained.

No refunds are issued for "no shows", flight cancellation or early departure from the lodge.

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