Kigali city highlights · Volcanoes National Park · Mountain gorilla trekking — a short but unforgettable Rwandan adventure.
Days
1 Gorilla Permit
Kigali & Volcanoes
Kigali · Volcanoes NP · Gorilla Trekking — one gorilla permit included
Arrive at Kigali International Airport, transfer to your luxury hotel, then explore Kigali’s highlights: the Genocide Memorial, Inema Arts Center, and panoramic Mount Kigali views.
Drive north to Musanze, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park. Optional Dian Fossey hike or gorilla habituation experience. Visit the stunning Twin Lakes of Burera & Ruhondo before settling into your ultra‑luxury lodge.
Early morning gorilla trek briefing, then venture into the forest to spend a magical hour with a mountain gorilla family. Return to the lodge for lunch before driving back to Kigali, with optional craft shopping or a visit to the Nyamirambo Women's Cooperative.
| Day | Route | Distance | Drive Time | Lodges |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kigali City | – | – | Mövenpick Kigali / Kigali Serena |
| 2 | Kigali → Musanze (Volcanoes NP) | 120 km | 2.5–3 hr | One&Only Gorilla's Nest / Singita Kwitonda |
| 3 | Musanze – Gorilla Trek | – | – | Same as Day 2 |
| 4 | Musanze → Lake Kivu (Gisenyi) | 110 km | 2.5–3 hr | Lake Kivu Serena / Cleo Lake Kivu |
| 5 | Lake Kivu → Kigali | 150 km | 3–3.5 hr | Mövenpick Kigali / Kigali Serena |
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Standard Classic · 5★ · Private 4x4
Elite Diamond Experience · Private everything
Tailor‑Made · Bespoke experience
Note: Top-End Luxury and Ultra-Luxury packages include the premium amenities and services listed above, subject to availability at the selected property.
