Rwanda Gorilla Adventure - Extension from Kenya Safari
Dubbed the land of a thousand hills - Home of the African Gorilla
Trip Adventure Details
Overview
Rwanda, dubbed the land of a thousand hills - home of the African Gorilla, is a beautiful lush country of great beauty and a dark past. The information below, available in PDF is provided courtesy of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) and can be viewed or downloaded for use. They are precise and highly informative.
A wildlife adventure unlike any other, this itinerary offers the chance for close encounters with mountain gorillas and beautiful golden monkeys. Hike the densely forested slopes of Rwanda’s picturesque Virungas Volcanoes in search of the world’s largest population of wild mountain gorillas. Gaze out onto soaring mountain slopes enveloped in lush and tropical vegetation. Immersed in this dramatic natural setting, enjoy the opportunity to watch the intriguing interaction between gorilla families or set out in search of troops of the enchanting golden monkeys. This itinerary is ideal for anyone eager for a glimpse of these great primates while undisturbed in their beautiful natural setting.
Adventure Trip at a Glance
Day 1
Transfer from Kigali Airport to Kigali Serena Hotel. City sight seeing depending on the arrival time of your flight.
Overnight: Kigali Serena Hotel
Day 2
Transfer from Kigali Serena Hotel to Virunga Lodge
Overnight: Virunga Lodge
Day 3
Included activities: Gorilla Tracking
Overnight: Virunga Lodge
Day 4
Recommended activities (at additional cost): Golden Monkey Tracking
Overnight: Virunga Lodge
Day 5
Transfer from Virunga Lodge to Kigali Airport, Departure.
Itinerary - Gorilla Trekking - Rwanda
Kigali Serena Hotel
Kigali, Rwanda
Day 1
Upon arrival at Kigali Airport you will be met by our local representative who will road transfer you to Kigali Serena Inn.
Experience 1 night at Kigali Serena in a Standard Room with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes accommodation and breakfast.
Kigali Serena Hotel
Kigali, Rwanda
Relaxed yet elegant, the Kigali Serena Hotel is situated on a charming boulevard in the heart of Kigali. Here, guests can choose from the hotel’s exceptional selection of 148 contemporary rooms — each with a lovely ensuite bathroom, internet connectivity, flat-screen satellite television and personal bar.
Delicious, globally-inspired meals are served at the hotel’s first-class eateries. Choose from mouth-watering à la carte menus, themed dinners, scrumptious poolside lunches and a wide array of colourful cocktails served overlooking the pool and tranquil gardens. Guests can take a dip in the sparkling swimming pool or unwind with a soothing massage at the hotel’s health club. A full-equipped gym adds to guest delight.
The Ups of Kigali Serena Hotel
Take advantage of the hotel’s well-equipped gym and treat yourself afterwards to a pampering massage at the Maisha health spa.
Lounge on the open terrace and enjoy your favourite sundowner, after a successful day of sightseeing.
Virunga Lodge
Twin Lakes Burera & Ruhondo, Rwanda
Day 2
After a scrumptious breakfast you will be transferred to Parc des Volcans where you will spend three nights. Approximately 3 hours’ drive.
Spend 3 nights at Volcanoes Virunga Lodge in a Banda with ensuite bathroom. Your stay includes all meals, local alcoholic drinks and nonalcoholic drinks, laundry, a massage and any activities around the
lodge.
Day 3
Rise in the cool of dawn and look out on the misty peaks of the mountains. Tuck in to a hearty breakfast. Peer up at the majestic mist-covered slope of the mountain and soak up the anticipation as the guide briefs and the trekkers get ready. Follow in the light steps of your nimble porter as the rainforest folds in around you. Stop and take it all in; the sounds, the smells and the astonishing scenery. Feel the rush of excitement as those dim shapes and faint sounds become actual living, breathing, free gorillas. Savour every second of an exhilarating hour with the great apes. Walk tired and exhilarated back to your heroes welcome. Sink into a comfortable seat in front of a crackling fireplace and recount every moment of the encounter with your companions. Update your bucket list and sleep like a baby. (We included one permit, additional permit bookable at additional cost)
Included activities:
Gorilla Tracking
Recommended activities (at additional cost):
Golden Monkey Tracking
Virunga Lodge
Twin Lakes Burera & Ruhondo, Rwanda
Set on a stunning hillside, the magnificent Virunga Safari Lodge boasts panoramic vistas of the Virunga Volcanoes and the beautiful lakes of Ruhondo and Bulera Rustic, but comfortable chalets include spacious bedrooms, luxurious beds, well-equipped bathrooms and private verandas with sweeping views of the breathtaking surrounds.
Guests can tuck into hearty breakfasts, delicious lunches and superb three-course dinners. Those in need of relaxation can laze around the inviting sitting room or enjoy the cosy warmth of the indoor fireplace on chilly evenings. Adventures include tracking gorillas and golden monkeys, hikes to the top of the volcanoes, scenic walks through the picturesque villages surrounding the lodge or day trips to the lively towns of Kigali or Kampala.
The Ups of Virunga Lodge
In the evenings, you can relax around a crackling log fire with the other guests and swap stories about your day's adventures.
Take a gentle stroll through one of the picturesque villages
Enjoy being entertained by the local Indore dance troupe
Day 5 - Departure
After a scrumptious breakfast you will be transferred by road back to Kigali Airport for your outbound flight.
Price Guide
What’s included:
Accommodation inclusions as per itinerary
Meet and Greet at Kigali International Airport
1 x Gorilla permit per guest
Kigali Serena Inn - Breakfast
Virunga Lodge
Accommodation is based on a Banda
All meals, bottled water, soft drinks, wines and beer
Exclusive use of vehicle
All scheduled 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
Excludes:
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: fax, telephone, etc.
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
For adding another Gorilla Trek we shall charge $1500 per person per Gorilla permit.
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