Type:
Tours
Duration:
1 day
Summary:
Experience a one-day gorilla trekking adventure in Rwanda with cultural insights at the Gorilla Guardians' Village. Enjoy scenic drives, local market visits, and sampling regional delicacies.
Pick-Up:
Early morning pick-up from your hotel in Kigali.
Depart for Musanze, enjoying the drive through the magnificent, hilly countryside of Rwanda, known as the 'Land of a Thousand Hills.'
Journey to Musanze:
Experience lush green scenery and traditional Rwandan villages along the way.
Arrival at Volcanoes National Park:
Stop at the national park office for a briefing.
Meet your guide and prepare for the gorilla trek.
Gorilla Trekking:
Embark on a memorable trek to see the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
Spend time observing these magnificent creatures and learning about their behaviors and social structures.
Capture the moment with photographs (respecting guidelines to ensure minimal disturbance to the gorillas).
Visit Gorilla Guardians’ Village (Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village):
After your trek, visit the Gorilla Guardians’ Village to learn about the culture and traditions of the local community.
Engage in traditional dances, songs, and rituals.
Learn about traditional medicine, local food, and crafts.
Lunch:
Enjoy a lunch break with provided meals and water.
Optional Activities (Depending on Time Availability):
Visit Musanze Market:
Explore the vibrant market, offering local Rwandan fabrics, foods, and handicrafts.
Opportunity to buy unique souvenirs and support the local community.
Stopover at Nyirangarama:
Sample a variety of local products including fruit juices, biscuits, cookies, banana and grape wines, fruit jam, bread, honey, and the famous Akabanga chili sauce.
Enjoy savory treats like brochettes, roasted corn on the cob, and crispy deep-fried Irish potatoes.
Return to Kigali:
Travel back to Kigali, reflecting on the day's adventures.
Drop-off at your hotel in Kigali.
We offer tailor-made packages, but maybe you’d like to use a specific case-study as a base for your next trip? Contact us to discuss all of our options!