2 Days Rwanda Gorilla Trekking & Cultural Experience Safari

Kigali – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park – Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village Experience

Upon arrival or after breakfast at your hotel in Kigali, you will be warmly welcomed by your Enashipai Tours and Safaris representative and professional safari driver-guide.

Begin your scenic road journey towards Musanze, in northwestern Rwanda, home to the spectacular Volcanoes National Park. Enjoy the beautiful countryside along the way, with its rolling green hills, cultivated landscapes and traditional villages that make Rwanda famously known as the Land of a Thousand Hills.

Upon arrival in the Musanze region, proceed to Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village for an exciting cultural experience.

At the village, you will have an opportunity to interact with local people and discover Rwanda's fascinating cultural heritage. Enjoy traditional music and dance performances, learn about ancient customs, explore traditional homesteads and discover aspects of Rwanda's history and community life.

This cultural encounter offers an excellent opportunity to appreciate the country's traditions and connect with the local community.

After the cultural experience, proceed to your lodge near Volcanoes National Park for check-in and relaxation. Enjoy dinner and prepare for the following day's unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure.

Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park – Transfer to Kigali

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast at the lodge before transferring to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters at Kinigi. Here, you will meet the park rangers and other trekking participants for a detailed briefing by the park warden.

During the briefing, you will receive information about gorilla trekking rules, safety guidelines and what to expect during your encounter with the mountain gorillas. You will also be assigned a gorilla family to track, accompanied by experienced park guides and trackers.

After the briefing, begin your trek into the dense forests of Volcanoes National Park in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. The trek takes you through beautiful montane forest landscapes, with varying terrain and elevations. The duration of the trek depends on the location and movements of the gorillas, so the experience may take several hours.

Once the gorillas are located, you will spend a maximum of one hour observing them in their natural habitat. This is the highlight of your Rwanda safari. Watch as the gorillas feed, play, groom one another and interact within their family groups. You may also have the opportunity to observe the impressive silverback as he watches over and protects his family.

Your park guides will help you understand the behaviour and social structure of these remarkable primates while ensuring that all visitor guidelines are followed. Remember to maintain the recommended distance, keep your voice low and follow the instructions of the rangers throughout the encounter.

After this unforgettable experience, trek back to the park headquarters, where you will meet your Enashipai Tours and Safaris driver-guide. You will then begin the scenic return journey to Kigali, enjoying the beautiful Rwandan countryside along the way.

Upon arrival in Kigali, you will be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to Kigali International Airport for your onward flight, bringing your memorable two-day Rwanda gorilla trekking and cultural safari to an end.