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1-Day Golden Monkey Encounter in Volcanoes National Park

Accra, Rwanda

1-Day Golden Monkey Encounter in Volcanoes National Park

5.0 / 5 · 25 reviews Offered by East Africa Safaris 1-Day

Overview

Join us for a memorable day in Volcanoes National Park, home to Rwanda's rare and playful golden monkeys. These striking primates, known for their golden-orange fur and lively nature, are found only in the Virunga Mountains. This one-day trek is perfect for those seeking a unique wildlife experience without the time commitment of a multi-day safari. You'll enjoy scenic landscapes, a light forest trek, and a magical encounter with these energetic creatures in their natural bamboo forest habitat.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

1-Day

Route

Kigali to Kigali

Country & park

Rwanda

Style

Shared safari

Group size

1-8 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

15 years

Activities

gorilla trekking

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

Solo travelers

Can join this group tour

1-Day Golden Monkey Encounter in Volcanoes National Park
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Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $450 USD $305 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
This tour is not available to groups larger than 30 people.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.

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Route

Tour route map
country Rwanda
Start Kigali (Day 1)
End Kigali (Day 1)

Tour Features

Day tour

This does not include accommodation.

Shared tour

On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 6 people per group.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.

Suitable for single travelers

Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.

15
Minimum age of 15 years

The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: gorilla trekking
Getting around: pop-up roof minivan
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport.

Day 1

Day 1

Day 1

Your day begins with an early pick-up from your Kigali hotel at around 4:30 AM. You'll enjoy a scenic 2.5-hour drive through Rwanda’s stunning hillsides to Volcanoes National Park. You'll arrive at the park headquarters for check-in and a pre-trek briefing (around 7:00 AM). Then, you'll head into the bamboo forests where the golden monkeys live. The trek is moderate and offers a chance to observe these rare and energetic primates. You'll spend up to one hour with them as they leap between branches and forage on the forest floor. After your trek, you'll visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, located near the park. Here, take a guided tour to learn about Dian Fossey’s legacy, current gorilla conservation efforts, and the importance of protecting Rwanda’s primates and habitats. You'll explore the museum, research facilities, and beautiful eco-friendly campus grounds. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tour step

End of tour

You'll be dropped off at the airport.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

Gorilla permits(One per person, non-resident)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinking water (On all days)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Kigali
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Kigali Airport (KGL - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour cannot be arranged by this operator
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Offered by

East Africa Safaris

5.0 operator rating 25 reviews

East Africa Safaris is a trusted safari operator offering personalized wildlife safaris, gorilla treks, cultural tours, and luxury trips across Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania and DRC Congo. As a licensed tour operator and a member of the RTTA (Rwanda Tours and Travel Association), we uphold high safety and service standards. Request a quote for a custom itinerary, transparent pricing, and a seamless East African adventure.

Offices In

United States, Rwanda

Size

5-10 employees (Founded in 2025)

Member Of

Rwanda Tours & Travel Association

Tour Types

Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day

Destinations

Congo (DRC), Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda

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Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

Wonderful safari, very good guides

We did two tours in Rwanda with East Africa Safari Tours. They were fantastic, the guides were very good and very kind, the manager was always ready to help and give the informations we needed.

Ander Izagirre · Spain

Verified

All was fantastic, untill the smallest details

We have nothing but a fantastic experience with them. All made a dah that we will never forget. With a special shoutout to our guide Sam. He knew everybody and made sure we had the best experience possible. Small detail; we saw the BiG 5 in one day!

Photo by Ruben Schaafsma
Photo by Ruben Schaafsma
Photo by Ruben Schaafsma
Photo by Ruben Schaafsma

Ruben Schaafsma · Brazil

Verified

A great experience

Sam and Bora picked us up in our hotel in Kigali. The 2-days trip was fantastic. We saw a lot of animals, the guides knew how to make our trip a great experience. They know a lot about animals and we learned a lot. Sam and Bora are incredibly friendly, professional and attentive at all time and worrying that everything was fine.

Sara · Spain

Verified

Excellent Service and great women to meet and be around

The service by far exceeded our expectations. When one member of our group had broken shoes they even would go out of their way in order to find a solution for that problem. We had a great time and enjoyed these young women ' s company.

Marianne · Germany

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

8 answers

Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request changes to this tour.

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Kigali

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

How does the quote request work?

We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly

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Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by East Africa Safaris, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.

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