A one-day tour in Rwanda provides a brief yet immersive opportunity to observe mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, starting from Kigali. This tour generally encompasses transportation, a gorilla trekking permit, the services of a professional guide, and a lunch break. It is a favored choice for travelers seeking a concise and targeted gorilla trekking experience.

The one-day gorilla tour begins with an early morning pickup at approximately 4:30 am from your hotel in Kigali, where your driver-guide will be waiting for you. Following this, you will embark on a scenic 2.5-hour drive to Volcanoes National Park, allowing you to take in the stunning views of Rwanda’s picturesque landscape. You will have breakfast 5 Volcanoes Hotel in Kinigi then you will proceed to the park headquarters.

Upon reaching the park headquarters, you will receive a briefing on the essential rules and guidelines for gorilla trekking. Your adventure continues as your guide leads you into the forest, where you will trek for 3 to 6 hours in search of the majestic gorillas. Once located, you will have the opportunity to spend an hour observing these incredible creatures in their natural habitat.

After the trek, you will make your way back to Kigali, with a lunch stop in Musanze town before being dropped off at your hotel or the airport, depending on your flight schedule