- Kigali, Musanze, Volcanoes National Park
- 2 Days
- USD 2090
2-Days Gorillas & Golden Monkey Trekking Safari
This short Rwanda primate safari is ideal for travellers with limited time who still want to experience Volcanoes National Park. The tour combines mountain gorilla trekking and golden monkey trekking in one compact 2-day programme.
You travel privately from Kigali to Musanze in a 4×4 safari vehicle, with an experienced driver-guide supporting the full journey.
Itinerary
Day 1: Kigali to Musanze — Golden Monkey Trekking
Your Izuba Tours driver-guide picks you up early in Kigali and drives north to Volcanoes National Park.
On arrival at the park headquarters in Kinigi, you join the briefing before starting the golden monkey trekking experience. The golden monkeys live mainly in the bamboo forest and are active, playful, and beautiful to watch.
After the trek, you continue to your lodge in Musanze for check-in and rest.
Overnight: Musanze / Volcanoes area
Meal plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking — Return to Kigali
After an early breakfast, you return to the park headquarters for gorilla trekking registration and briefing.
You then enter the forest with the park guides to search for one of the gorilla families. Once found, you spend one special hour observing the gorillas in their natural habitat.
After the trek, your driver-guide transfers you back to Kigali for hotel or airport drop-off.
End of tour.
- Kigali pick-up and drop-off
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Golden monkey trekking permit
- Accommodation on bed & breakfast basis
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Lunches and dinners
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Porter fees
- Tips and personal expenses
- Any service not clearly mentioned above
Duration: 3 Days / 2 Nights
Group Type: Private (customizable for individuals, couples, or groups)
Language: English (other languages available on request)
Best Time: June – September (long dry season) and December – February
Fitness Level: Moderate — some trekking on uneven volcanic terrain
What to Bring: Sturdy hiking boots, long trousers, waterproof jacket, gloves
INCLUSIONS
Gorilla trekking permits are issued by the Rwanda Development Board and must be booked in advance. Availability is limited. Izuba handles all permit arrangements on your behalf.
Trekking with gorillas requires a minimum age of 15. Visitors showing signs of illness on the day of the trek may be declined access to protect the gorillas’ health.