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Rwanda Extension: Gorillas in Volcanoes National Park

A Customizable Trip to Rwanda

Volcanoes Expedition

Highlights

With unmatched up-close encounters, trekking through untamed, pristine rainforests, in search of the endangered mountain gorillas is the ultimate life-changing experience. Surrounded by swaying trees and broad volcanic mountains; this experience awakens a vibrant energy within you.


Starting from
USD 8,377
per person sharing

Duration
6 days / 5 nights

Transport
Fly-in Safari

Accommodation
Lodge or Tented Camps

Exploring
Kigali, Volcanoes National Park


About this Safari

– Explore the vibrant city of Kigali; discovering the art, history, and culture of Rwanda
– Trek endangered mountain gorillas, experience the vibrant golden monkeys, view an array of 200 bird species or explore 62 million-year-old caves in the world-renowned Volcanoes National Park
– This can be a safari on its own or an extension to another East African safari

Total Cost of Tour – 2025
16 Jan – 28 Feb – $ 9,475
01 Mar – 31 May & 01 Nov – 14 Dec – $ 8,377
01 – 15 Jan, 01 Jun – 31 Oct & 15 – 31 Dec – $ 10,504


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Day By Day Itinerary

Day 1 - 2: The Retreat by Heaven, Rwanda

Arrive Kigali, transfer to The Retreat by Heaven – 2 nights. A passion project of Josh Ruxin and his wife Alissa, The Retreat pairs chic, natural design and……..

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Day 3 - 5: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, Volcanoes National Park

Drive to Volcanoes National Park – 3 nights. Set on the edge of the Volcanoes National Park in a lush green property of 11 hectares, Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge enjoys fabulous and…..

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Day 6: Departure

Drive to Kigali International Airport – depart. Sadly, the end of your safari; other plans can be made to go to……

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Tour Accommodation

The Retreat Restaurant

The Retreat, Kigali, Rwanda

  • Type: Luxury Lodge or Hotel
  • Location: Kigali
Wilderness Sabyinyo Main Area

Sabyinyo Lodge, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

  • Type: Luxury Lodge or Hotel
  • Location: Volcanoes National Park

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Details of Costs

This cost includes:

• Bed & breakfast accommodation at The Retreat by Heaven
• Full board accommodation at Wilderness Sabyinyo
• Purified water and coffee/tea in room at The Retreat by Heaven
• Soft drinks, beer, house wines and selected spirits at Wilderness Sabyinyo
• Park fees, conservancy fees, SACOLA Community Development Levy and all trekking permits
• Full day Kigali City Tour including lunch on Day 2
• One golden monkey experience and one gorilla trekking experience at Volcanoes National Park
• One 30 minute welcome massage per person (subject to availability) at The Retreat by Heaven
• One 30 minute on-site cultural activity: cocktail making / banana wine making demonstration/ local culinary demonstration or neighbourhood walk (subject to availability – pre booking required) at The Retreat by Heaven
• Use of gym, swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and yoga terrace at The Retreat by Heaven
• Laundry at Wilderness Sabyinyo
• Airport transfers & all road transfers mentioned in private transfers including snacks in vehicle
• Meet and assist on arrival and departure at Kigali International Airport
• Akagera Aviation & AMREF Flying Doctors Membership
• Processing and payment of one single entry visa per person
• Use of customised safari concierge appVIP welcome at Kigali International Airport
• All statutory charges

This cost does not include:

• Additional meals and drinks at The Retreat by Heaven
• Champagne, luxury spirits and select wines at Wilderness Sabyinyo
• Additional activities not mentioned in inclusions
• Spa treatments
• International flights and additional visa fees
• All statutory increases beyond our control
• Laundry at The Retreat by Heaven
• Gratuities and items of a personal nature
• Any other extras

Notes

• Gorilla trekking is permitted for children aged 15 years and older
• Golden monkey experience is permitted for children aged 12 years and older
• Gorilla and Golden Monkey trekking begins at 07:00 am and guests are required to arrive at the park office at 06:40 am


Gallery

  • The Retreat By Heaven Pool
    The Retreat By Heaven Pool
  • The Retreat By Heaven Luxury Pool Villa Bedroom
    The Retreat By Heaven Luxury Pool Villa Bedroom
  • Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
    Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
  • Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge Trekking
    Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge Trekking
  • Volcanoes Expedition
    Volcanoes Expedition

Rwanda Extension: Gorillas in Volcanoes National Park Map

Kigali, Rwanda - Marker: 1

Volcanoes National Park, Ruhengeri, Rwanda - Marker: 2


Best Time to Visit

January

Good

February

Fair

March

Fair

April

Fair

May

Fair

June

Best

July

Best

August

Best

September

Best

October

Best

November

Best

December

Best

This safari begins and ends at Kigali, Rwanda.


Enquire Now to Check Availability

Do include any specific interests or special occasions you may be celebrating.

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