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4 Days Rwanda Gorillas and Golden Monkey Discovery

4 Days Rwanda Gorillas and Golden Monkey Discovery

Duration

4 days

Country

Rwanda

Trip style

Primates

Physical

Moderate

Trip overview

Why you'll love this trip

Spend a morning with a habituated gorilla family and the following day with the playful golden monkeys of Volcanoes National Park, with comfortable lodging in Musanze in between.

  • Gorilla trek
  • Golden monkey trek
  • Twin lakes Burera & Ruhondo

Day by day

Itinerary

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Touch down at Kigali International Airport where your Kawira guide meets you for a private transfer to your boutique hotel. Settle in, enjoy a welcome briefing about the days ahead, and take a leisurely evening to recover from your flight.

Morning · Airport pickup, scenic transfer through Kigali's clean, hilly streets, and hotel check-in.
Afternoon · Optional Kigali Genocide Memorial visit, light city orientation walk, and a welcome dinner of Rwandan fusion cuisine.
Notes · Bring layered clothing — evenings in Kigali are cool at 1,500m elevation.
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Dates and prices

Dates and prices

No scheduled departures listed. Contact us for private dates tailored to you.

Inclusions

What's included

Included

  • Both permits
  • Transport, guide, lodging

Not included

  • Flights
  • Tips

Before you book

Before you book you should know

  • A valid passport with at least 6 months validity beyond your travel dates is required.
  • Gorilla and chimpanzee permits are limited — early booking is strongly recommended.
  • A moderate level of fitness is needed for trekking activities at altitude.
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate may be required for entry.

Important notes

Important notes

  1. A single supplement is available on request if you'd prefer a room of your own.
  2. Gorilla and chimpanzee permits are subject to availability at the time of booking.
  3. Itineraries may be adjusted due to weather, wildlife movement, or park regulations.
  4. Travel insurance covering medical evacuation is mandatory on all our trips.

Essential Trip Information

Essential Trip Information

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Reviews

Reviews

4.9 out of 5Based on traveller feedback

"An unforgettable experience from start to finish. The guides were incredible and the wildlife encounters surpassed every expectation."

Sarah M.

"Kawira Safaris took care of every detail. Trekking to see the gorillas was the highlight of my life."

James K.

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