Are you planning to go to Rwanda and you want to have an excursion on your free day in Kigali? Book a 1-day Rwanda gorilla trek, you will need to acquire a scheduled gorilla permit from the Rwanda Development Board or a reputable Rwanda tour operator. Rwanda gorilla permit is sold at $1,500 per person during the peak season (June – October) and then during low season that is from November to May you will acquire a gorilla permit of $1050 per person but you have to visit 02 or 03 Rwanda parks and reserves.
More so, if you are planning to visit Rwanda any time for the recognized MICE tourism you will acquire a gorilla permit at $1275 per person. Rwanda issues a maximum of 96 gorilla permits per day which can be booked through a trusted local tour agency. More so, for travelers on long holiday you can request for the fully package Rwanda gorilla safari either based on mid-range or luxury lodges in Rwanda.
It is recommended to book at least 6 months in advance due to limited availability of the permits. You can then book your Rwanda tour through various options including tour operators who can arrange transportation, lodging, meals and other logistics.
In the booking process, you have to choose your trek. Rwanda has 10 gorilla groups and you will be assigned to one based on your fitness level and age. Your operator will need to arrange transportation to and from Volcanoes National Park and after return to the park offices for your gorilla trekking certificate.
As you are booking for a Rwanda gorilla trek, be sure you have the necessary gear including steady hiking boots, layers of clothing, rain gear, insect repellent, a hat among other requirements.
This 01- day gorilla safari starts and ends in Kigali-Rwanda. Early in the morning, at 04AM have breakfast and at round 04:30AM your driver will pick you up from the hotel so that you start off your journey to Volcanoes National Park.
The gorilla journey to Volcanoes National Park takes about 2-3 hours and on reaching the park offices, you will be briefed by the park ranger or officers about the rules and guidelines followed during gorilla trekking safari experience and then be assigned to a gorilla group to trek.
After briefing, you will commence gorilla trekking adventure in the jungle and be ready to hike and slope the Virunga slopes. The anticipation and excitement will be built as you start off the gorilla trek into the forest. Your expert will lead you through the lush, verdant forests following well-worn paths and keeping a watchful eye for any signs of the elusive mountain gorillas.
As you trek deeper into the jungle, you will come across many species such as vegetation species, other animal species apart from gorillas, bird species among others. The length of trekking these creatures depends on their movements or where they were last seen the previous day since they tend to move far as they search for water and pasture.
Upon locating them, you will then spend 1 hour with them. Enjoy the unique adventure and you can take pictures but with no flash light. You will observe these giants’ behaviors, their gentle interactions and their size and strength. They may seem imposing but their eyes convey a sense of intelligence and tranquility that is both humbling and inspiring. After an allowed 1 hour, then trek back to the starting point. Have lunch and then transfer back to Kigali for other activities.
Therefore, if you are in Rwanda and you are looking for the long time holiday to experience you can choose from our safari itineraries below and our professional travel experts will provide you supportive and detailed information to your choice. First we do offers the best Rwanda safari itineraries that includes the wildlife and primates or the pure primates or the primates and the culture. More so, if you are looking for the best Rwanda lodge safaris you are not so far to book any of your choice.
Below are luxury gorilla safari programs are listed specifically for the luxury travelers interested in visiting Rwanda. Also, if you wish to spend your holiday in Rwanda but on a tight budget still you have no limit to Visit Rwanda as we are here to offer any Rwanda safari experience to all travelers from different parts of the world.
Singita & Magashi Camp – 07 Day
One & Only Resorts – Rwanda – 05 Day
Bisate & Magashi Camp – 05 Day
Luxury Gorilla Rwanda Uganda – 08 Day
The above purely offers primate tours in Rwanda and then for our luxury travelers interested to combine Rwanda Kenya tour or Tanzania safari you can choose one of our listed safari package below.
Migration Gorilla Trek – 08 Day
Luxury Tanzania Rwanda – 10 Day
When you reach at this page don’t limit your self on first listed safari packages and if they seem to be out of your budget you can easily browse here and you will exactly find one that best fits into your travel budget. With our extra ordinary experienced East African travel experts we are so flexible in preparing one or combined destinations to fully experience the lifetime migration and gorilla safari experience in Rwanda and Tanzania or Kenya.
When Is the Time to Take This Experience in Rwanda and Tanzania or Kenya?
If you are planning to have an interesting gorilla and wildebeest migration safari in East Africa, the best time to go is between June – October every year and you should consider 04 East African countries. Rwanda and Uganda are purely and famously known for the primates tours which are offered in the Volcanoes National Park, Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Bwindi Forest National Park.
The great wildebeest migration expeditions it is Tanzania and Kenya and interestingly wildlife and dramatic experiences take place in Masai Mara and Serengeti and the good time to go is between July and August which a dramatic season witnessing the wildebeest and others animals crossing the Mara River. This is a very complicated season and if you delay in booking your migration safari there are high chances to missing out to find accommodation in Serengeti and Ngorongoro.
Then from September to the Mid-October the high season is a bit relaxed and even the lodge prices tend to come down compared to July and August. This time round the migration experience still on in the north Serengeti and you will enjoy the event though during July and August it is so dramatic and this time round you find a lot of tourists in Tanzania and Kenya. Also another experience that i would advise clients to take is the double witness of the wildebeest both in Tanzania and Kenya, that means you first visit Serengeti and after via Isabenia border cross to Kenya’s Masai Mara or vice versa and you will leave the region with an extra ordinary and unforgettable experience.
Regarding gorillas you can think of Rwanda though the destination is for relatively upmarket travelers since the gorilla permits cost $1500 during peak season and the lower permit is offered in low season (November to May) but on condition you are visiting 02 or 03 Rwanda parks.
Then for travelers with minimal budget but want to go gorilla trekking in the mist and willing to start from Rwanda before proceeding to Tanzania or Kenya for the wildebeest migration, it is easier to land in Rwanda and proceed to Volcanoes National Park for the golden monkey tracking which is also an interesting primate experience in the jungle and after cross to Uganda via Cyanika and take gorilla safari experience in the Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
Among other questions to ask on your visit to East Africa includes are as below are all these can answered by our travel experts and we will answer them all.
- How Do I Book A Safari Like This?
- How Much Would The Safari Price Look Like?
- How Flexible Is To Connect From One Place To Another Destination?
- How Many Can We Travel To Make The Price Affordable?
- Can We Join A group Or Go Private?
- How Do Safari Lodges And Camps We Stay In Look Like?
After this experience you can cross back to Kigali via Katuna border with the leisurely drive from the Lake Bunyonyi where you took your overnight after the previous day gorilla safari adventure. Transfer to Kigali International Airport and fly to Kilimanjaro International Airport and take your next expedition.