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Gorillas through the Mist

03 Days Safari

A visit to Rwanda is one of the most rewarding travel experiences on earth. Learning about the extraordinary history of this beautiful country combined with the chance of coming face-to-face with the famous mountain gorilla are once in a lifetime experiences.

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Gorillas through the Mist

Tour highlights

  • Trek to see Gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park
    Kigali City and Genocide Memorial

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Full Itinerary

PrintPrint itinerary Breakfast (B), Lunch (L), Dinner (D), Room Only - no meals (RO)

Day 1 - Arrive Kigali

Upon arrival in Kigali (from Nairobi direct with Kenya Airways) you will be met and transferred to the Kigali Serena Hotel. Spend the afternoon exploring Kigali including a visit to the moving Genocide Memorial and Franco-Rwandan cultural centre.

Overnight accommodation - Kigali Serena Hotel. B

Day 2 - Kigali to Ruhengeri

After an early breakfast, drive to Ruhengeri (approx. 90 minutes), the main base for gorilla tracking. Upon arrival, there will be a briefing by a Volcanoes National Park guide followed by a trek to find the mountain gorillas that will take until midday, depending on where the Gorillas are currently located. Once you find them all fatigue is forgotten, as the experience is often described as being the most profound natural history experience in the world. It can rain at a few minutes notice, hence waterproof clothing is a good essential including zip lock bags for cameras and film. After the trek, lunch will be at Gorilla Volcanoes Hotel. If time permits you will visit the markets, villages and local communities or take an optional visit to the little known but compellingly beautiful twin lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo.

Overnight accommodation - Gorillas Volcanoes Hotel. B,L,D

Day 3 - Ruhengeri to Kigali

After a leisurely breakfast, enjoy the scenic transfer back to Kigali airport for your return flight to Nairobi. (B) B

What's Included

  • Accommodation as detailed in twin or double bed with private facilities (alternative but similar hotels may be used at certain times of year).
    Meals included as stated: Breakfast (B), Lunch (L) and Dinner (D).
    Non air conditioned transportation in a 4x4 vehicle.
    Services of a qualified English speaking local driver/guide.
    Airport transfers and assistance.
    Park entrance fees and government taxes.
    Gorilla Trekking Permits.
    Porterage while tracking.

What's Not Included

  • International flights and airport taxes.
    Optional excursions.
    Tips for the guide or driver.
    Rwandan Visa fees.

Please Note

Holiday prices are in £'s per person based on twin occupancy.
Regional Departures available. Please contact our Travel Centre Team for details.
Prices may increase or decrease, you will be quoted the up to date price at the time of booking.
Itinerary shown is for 2012 departures. Please contact reservations for more information.

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What to expect during your tour.

  • Plane
  • Train
  • Cruise
  • River
    Cruise
  • Motorcycle
  • Coach
  • Car
  • Wildlife
  • Game
    Drive

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Add a stopover or a beach stay. See tour itineraries for details. 

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Combine your stay in Rwanda with a safari in Kenya. We recommend the Masai Mara to Coast from Nairobi to Mombasa by road to minimise your number of flights.

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