If you are short on time to visit Rwanda, this 3 night itinerary gives you the chance to have a once in a lifetime experience, tracking the Mountain Gorillas, learn a little about the culture and people of Rwanda and explore the vibrant city of Kigali.
See some of Africa's last remaining true rainforest and experience the myriad of species of wildlife to be found here. As well as the gorillas, many smaller primates and hundreds of birds and butterflies are found in the Virguna Mountains.
Cultural and historic tours are included in Ruhengeri and Kigali. Accommodation used is clean and comfortable but quite basic in the Virungas. There are more luxury lodges available - please ask us for a quotation.
Tailor made on any dates to suit.
Duration: 3 nights / 4 days
Day 1
Arrive Kigali where you are met and transfered to Ruhengeri a drive of 2 - 3 hours through beautiful hills. Settle into your lodge close to the Parc National des Volcans.
Day 2
After an early breakfast depart to the park HQ where you will be driven to the trailhead and participate in the gorilla trek. Spend an hour with these amazing animals then return to your lodge and relax. Afternoon visit to the ex-poachers village nearby.
Day 3
Morning around the markets of Ruhengeri if you wish then transfer back to Kigali and an afternoon city tour. Farewell dinner with our local representatives and overnight in a nice city hotel.
Day 4
Transfer to the airport for your flight home.