Overview

Discover Rwanda in 5 unforgettable days with our EAC Gorilla & Golden Monkeys Special. Begin in vibrant Kigali with a guided city tour and a moving visit to the Genocide Memorial, before journeying to Volcanoes National Park for the ultimate wildlife experience. Trek through misty rainforests to meet the majestic mountain gorillas and playful golden monkeys, enjoy full-board stays at hand-picked lodges, and immerse yourself in Rwanda’s rich culture and breathtaking landscapes. This carefully curated itinerary includes permits, guided transfers, select meals, and all ground arrangements—offering a seamless, once-in-a-lifetime African adventure.

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Special Tour Price

Total Tour Price: from USD 2,570.00

OPTION 1
For 2 adults staying 2 nights at Five Volcanoes and

EAC RESIDENT : Starting from USD 2970 per person sharing

Or

OPTION 2
For 2 adults staying 2 nights at Tiloreza Volcanoes Lodge

EAC RESIDENT : Starting from USD 2570 per person sharing
Includes
Includes
2 nights Accommodation on full board basis at Volcanoes National Park.
1 Gorilla permit per adult ( Based on EAC residency – must be valid for atleast 6 months from date of trek )
1 Golden Monkey permit per adult( Based on EAC residency – must be valid for atleast 6 months from date of trek )
Genocide memorial fees / City tour
All meals as mentioned on the itinerary.
Airport transfers
4WD vehicle with driver guide and fuel on all days
Driver guide food allowance / accommodation allowance
Medical emergency evacuation cover
Excludes
Excludes
Accommodation in Kigali
International flights
Tips , portage charges
Medical insurance
Posted By / 2026-02-10 09:07:59
Tour Program
Tour Program
  • Day 01:

    Kigali

    Upon your arrival in the evening, the driver will pick you up from the airport and drive you to your choice of hotel in Kigali ( to be booked yourselves )
    P.S : Dinner on own account this day .
  • Day 02:

    Kigali

    After breakfast in the morning, check out and the driver will pick you up to drive you around for a short city tour
    Tour of Nyamirambo
    From the car , you visit the downtown and enjoy the locals go about their daily activities.
    Tour of the city
    Which includes seeing the Convention Center,
    Parliament and other prominent landmarks.

    Kigali Genocide Memorial
    The Kigali Genocide Memorial is the final resting place for more than 250,000 victims of the Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda. It honors the memory of the more than one million Rwandans killed in 1994 through education and peace-building. Once here you will learn about The ’94 Genocide against Tutsi, and the overall history of Rwanda including the pre-colonial and post-colonial. You will also get a chance to learn about the genocides and other mass killings that have happened all over the world, at the end of the visit you will have a chance to pay respect to the mass grave that hold more than 250,000 victims.
    Lunch at Repub Lounge
    Repub Lounge is a two-story restaurant and lounge boasting beautiful views, relaxed ambience, African cuisine, and live music.
    Post lunch you will head to Volcanoes National Park. Drive time is approx. 2.5 hrs to 3 hours and check in at the accommodation facility
    Evening is at leisure to relax or you can visit the Ellen De Genres Campus (Donation fee of USD 20 per person payable directly) and / experience the history and conservation of Gorillas and Rwanda in general.
    OR
    The driver can take you to Red Rocks to experience cultural attractions like basket weaving, cow milking , bee keeping , Banana beer production , Organic farming ,Traditional dancing , drumming and village
    Drive time is approx. 3 hours.
    Overnight at Five Volcanoes Boutique Lodge or Tiloreza Volcanoes Eco Lodge in a deluxe room on full board basis
  • Day 03:

    Lake Kivu

    Early morning 06:30 am, the driver will pick you from the hotel and drive you to the Rwanda Development board office for briefing and here you will be assigned a gorilla family. You will trek and depending on the gorilla family, the trek may last anywhere between 2 – 6 hours. Post trek you will check in at the hotel to freshen up, have a hot lunch and spend the evening at leisure or drive around the district , lake etc.
    Overnight at Five Volcanoes Boutique Lodge or Tiloreza Volcanoes Eco Lodge in a deluxe room on full board basis
  • Day 04:

    Nyungwe Forest Reserve

    Early morning 06:30 am, the driver will pick you from the hotel and drive you to the Rwanda Development board office for briefing to see the golden monkeys. These striking primates are a treat for the eyes. With their bright orange fur contrasting the green rainforests of the Virunga Mountains – it's a photographers dream! and once you return from the trek you will head back to the lodge to freshen up , have a hot lunch and return to Kigali for overnight.
    Overnight at Kigali hotel ( to be booked by yourselves )
    Evening at leisure and Dinner on your own expense.
  • Day 05:

    Kigali

    After breakfast, you Check out and then we take you to the airport for your flight back.
    You can stop for shopping Arts / Crafts / Souvenirs before checking in for your flight.
Notes
Notes Lunch & Dinner at nice restaurants / cafes can cost anywhere from USD 20 to USd 50 per person