On this 3 Days Budget Rwanda Gorilla Safari starting in Kigali you will be met by a representative from Realm Africa Safaris™ in Kigali. Your guide will transfer you to Volcanoes National Park located approximately 80km/49mile on a paved and scenic drive a journey that will last about 2-hours from Kigali city.
3 Days Budget Rwanda gorilla Safari starting in Kigali
BRIEF ITINERARY:
- Day 01: Kigali City to Volcanoes NP.
- Day 02: Mountain Gorilla trekking In Volcanoes NP.
- Day 03: Transfer back to Kigali – End of the Safari.
Detailed Itinerary (Day by Day)
Day 01: Transfer from Kigali to Volcanoes NP.
Breakfast at your hotel in Kigali, and thereafter your guide from Realm Africa Safaris™ will meet and brief you about your 3 Days Budget Rwanda Gorilla Safari. You will then visit the Gisozi genocide memorial for an insightful tour. *We recommend taking an audio guide – this costs extra and is payable directly to the reception.
Journey time: ±2-Hours from Kigali.
Accommodation: Muhabura Hotel| Meals Included: Lunch, & Dinner at the Lodge.
Day 02: Gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Breakfast; thereafter confirm that you have all the basics; a lunch box (to be provided by the Lodge), raincoat, good hiking boots, waterproof pants + long-sleeved shirt, a pair of strong garden gloves, repellent, a waterproof daypack to carry all your valuables.
Your guide will thereafter transfer you to the briefing point and also help you out through the registration process. After the briefing by a Rwanda Wildlife Authority ranger, you will embark on your long-awaited Gorilla trekking experience. Return to the lodge and relax.
Accommodation: Muhabura Hotel | Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner at the lodge (BLD).
Day 03: Transfer from Volcanoes National Park back to Kigali
Breakfast; and today marks the end of your 03 Day Budget Rwanda Gorilla safari starting in Kigali.
With all your bags your guide will then transfer you to back to Kigali International airport for your onward return flight.
journey time(s): Volcanoes NP to Kigali ± 2 hours.
Accommodation: Not included on this Day – but can be arranged at EXTRA cost – if needed. | Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch.
Important things to note about our 3 Days Budget Rwanda Gorilla safari starting in Kigali
- This tour starts and ends in Kigali city
- We recommend applying for your Rwanda Visa online prior to arrival into Rwanda.
- Bwindi is ±2 hours drive from Kigali City.
End of Service – 03 Days Budget Rwanda Gorilla Safari starting in Kigali
Muhabura Hotel
Muhabura Hotel is centrally situated in Musanze town (formerly Ruhengeri Town) approximately 13km drive to get to Volcanoes National Park. It’s our favourite recommendation to travellers seeking to go on a budget Rwanda Gorilla trekking experience.
STANDARD OFFER:
4X4 Safari Customized Toyota Super custom – Mini-Van
Our standard model of transportation is Road transport in of 4×4 Safari Customized Vans.
The Vans have an open roof that offers a 360° animal view allowing for photography while on safari and a seating capacity of up to 06 passengers (Maximum) each with the privilege of having a personal window seat.
UPGRADE:
4X4 Safari Customized Toyota Landcruiser – Superior off Road Driving.
For our upmarket clients that wish to enjoy the Superior comfort of travelling in our state of art Toyota land cruiser, we can upgrade you at an Extra Cost.
All our land cruisers come fully air-conditioned and with a cool box fully packed with complimentary en route drinks and snacks. The trucks all have large windows and an open roof that offers a 360° animal view allowing for photography while on safari.
From as low as $1,400pp sharing 01 room.
What is included in the Price mentioned above?
What is included in this tour:
- 02 nights’ Accommodation.
- All meals as indicated in the itinerary.
- All ground transportation.
- An English speaking driver-guide.
- All fuel Costs for the tours as per the itinerary.
- Bottled mineral water in the car NOT at the lodges.
What is not included in this tour:
- Gorilla Permit sold at $1,500pp ( We book it for you)
- Single Entry Visa is sold at $50. Please apply online.
- Any government imposed increments on park fees/taxes.
- Accommodation on the last day.
- International flights (from/to home).
- Tips (tipping guideline US$10 pp per day).
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Consider adding some of the following suggestions to your 3 Days Budget Gorilla Safari from Kigali
ADD 01 Day for Golden Monkey trekking In Volcanoes National Park.
With one (01) EXTRA Day added to your 3 Days Budget Rwanda Gorilla Safari from Kigali, you will be able to take on yet another interest primate tracking experience; Golden Monkey tracking. Unlike gorilla trekking, Golden monkey tracking is a lighter trek but equally exciting to watch the monkeys munch on young bamboo shoots and insects.
See Sample Itinerary: 4 days Budget Rwanda Gorilla & Golden Monkey Safari
