Close up of infant gorilla in Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park

Gorilla Trekking Rwanda

from $3,600

Rwanda is a small country that holds many great treasures. One of these treasures is its population of endangered mountain gorillas. We offer a handful of great adventure trips in this thriving nation, each of which involves trekking in the mountains of Volcanoes National Park to see and spend time with a gorilla troop. 🦍 There are also many other wonderful animals in Rwanda to visit, from golden monkeys to large game like elephants and lions. 🐒

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From $3,600

Visit mountain gorillas

Rwanda is the best-known country for visiting endangered mountain gorillas. It also has the most accessible gorilla park.

4 days

(5.0)

Ours. golden monkeys eating leaves in Volcanoes Nation Park, Rwanda (1)

From $5,210

Wildlife of Rwanda

Rwanda is well-known for its gorillas. But it's also home to many other primates, as well as large game like lions, leopards and elephants.

7 days

(5.0)

Ours. Mt Sabyinyo, Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda

From $5,660

Ultimate Rwanda

Rwanda is a small country that packs a big punch! On this trip you trek to see mountain gorillas as well as chimpanzees and golden monkeys.

10 days

(5.0)

Country info and facts

Languages

English, French, Kinyarwanda

Currency

Rwandan franc (RF)

Airports

Kigali International Airport (KGL)

Seasons

To avoid the rains, plan your Rwanda gorilla trek for sometime between June and September, or between mid December and mid February. That said, know that you'll be trekking in a rainforest, where conditions are never exactly dry! To learn more, please read Best time of year for gorilla trekking.

Visa and Immigration

You need to apply for and obtain a tourist visa online before heading to Rwanda. Standard tourist visas last for 30 days, and cost US$50 for travellers from most countries. If you're also visiting another nearby country like Uganda, you might like to obtain an East African visa instead. Learn more here.

Health and Safety

Carry proof of a yellow fever vaccination if coming from a country with a known epidemic. East Africa is a malaria zone, so you may wish to consider taking anti-malaria medication. For the gorilla trek, please read Ultimate guide of what to pack for gorilla trekking. Please check on the latest Covid-19 regulations of Rwanda as well as your airline.

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Meet our local leader

UganDan

Dan is a proud Ugandan, which is why we call him UganDan! He knows his country as well as neighbouring Rwanda like the back of his hand, so can be trusted to show you the very best parts of these two beautiful nations! He's also a great character, so don't be surprised if you fall in love with him and claim him as your new best friend!

FAQs

Is Rwanda safe to visit?

Yes, Rwanda is a safe country for tourists. Rwandans are very keen on tourism and are friendly and helpful. Your local leader is also with you throughout the entire trip to keep you extra safe.

What type of plug is used in Rwanda?

Rwanda uses a Type C plug (electrical socket), also known as a europlug. This plug has two round pins. It also used Type J, which has three round pins.

Is there malaria in Rwanda?

Yes, there is malaria in Rwanda so it's probably a good idea to speak to your GP and take precautions against contracting it.

Gorilla Trekking Rwanda

Our itineraries

Visit mountain gorillas

Wildlife of Rwanda

Ultimate Rwanda

Country info and facts

Love travel?

More Adventures

Climb Kilimanjaro

Tanzania Safari

Gorilla Trekking Uganda

Annapurna Circuit

Meet our local leader

UganDan

FAQs

Is Rwanda safe to visit?

What type of plug is used in Rwanda?

Is there malaria in Rwanda?

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