3 Days Gorilla & Golden Monkey Trekking in Rwanda
Embarking on a 3-day gorilla and golden monkey trek in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park to encounter the awe-inspiring mountain gorilla and the highly endangered golden monkey will create an unforgettable adventure that can last a lifetime.
Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda offers visitors the best opportunity to witness nature in its most awe-inspiring state. A crucial component of your gorilla tracking safari is hiking into the Volcanoes National Park which forms the boundary between Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Exploring the verdant rainforest in search of golden monkeys and gorillas will be feasible. Experience the thrilling adventure of a safari tour in Rwanda.
Top Activities in this 3-Day Gorilla and Golden Monkey Trekking in Rwanda.
- City tour of Rwanda’s capital Kigali
- A visit to the Gisozi Genocide Memorial
- Go Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
- Golden Monkey Trekking in Volcanoes National Park.
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali and Transfer to volcanoes National park.
This 3-day gorilla and golden monkey trekking safari begins and ends at Kanombe International Airport in Kigali. Greeting you and providing you with a tour around Kigali city, our committed guide is here to make your stay in Rwanda unforgettable. The thousand hills of Rwanda will charm you as soon as you step foot there. The people are a true delight, they are incredibly kind and willing to show you about their city. Every traveler to Rwanda has to start their trip at the Gisozi genocide memorial museum, which details the causes and outcomes of the terrible civil war that tore throughout the nation.
Your thrilling safari will take you across the terraced slopes of Volcanoes National Park while you also see the city’s major museums and attractions. The fact that mountain gorillas live here has made it well-known. Enjoy a lovely day in nature regardless of whether you choose one of our premium, moderate, or economy rooms. When you return to the lodge after a hard day, you may relax with a meal and a good night’s sleep.
Day 2: Gorilla trekking in the Volcanoes National Park.
Following a great breakfast at the hotel, you will be transported to the headquarters for a complete briefing on gorilla trekking regulations and guidelines, as well as the opportunity to meet park rangers who are experts in the Mountain Gorillas. In this exhilarating segment of the Rwanda Gorillas and Golden Monkey Tour, you will be prepared to travel into the jungle in search of the Mountain gorillas.
To undertake gorilla tracking, you must be in good physical shape. The purpose of ascending the slopes is to get a better look at the mountain gorillas. Although the walk is strenuous, witnessing the big mountain gorillas up close is an unforgettable and a rewarding experience. As they go about their daily lives, one can witness these creatures assembling in groups, whether to feed, play, or relax, or for the mothers to nurse their babies.
The local guides are happy to entertain you and teach you more about gorillas. When your gorilla hike is over, you will return back to the lodge rest and enjoy dinner at your lodge.
Day 3: Golden Monkey trekking and Transfer to the airport.
Like in the everyday life, you’ll wake up early, have breakfast, and then head to the park headquarters for a briefing about the golden monkeys. From there, you’ll make your way to the trail head, where your golden monkey trekking adventure will begin. Prior to encountering the golden monkeys, you will encounter other primates, flora, and fauna. Finally, an opportunity to get up close and personal with those stunning golden monkeys.
Going on a safari to Rwanda to see golden monkeys and mountain gorillas is going to be an incredible and unforgettable experience. Return to Kigali and, if you’re lucky enough to have extra time, peruse the numerous gift stores that dot the city. As you head to the airport to catch your flight, leave Rwanda, the land of a thousand hills, in the past.
Our 3-day gorilla and golden monkey trekking adventure with the golden monkeys and Rwandan gorillas has come to an End.