Duration
4-Day
Accra, Rwanda
Gorilla tracking is a highly sought-after, distinctive, and exceptional adventure in Africa. This activity allows visitors to have magical and life-changing encounters with the gentle giant gorillas inhabiting the Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda, specifically for mountain gorilla tracking. Additionally, travelers can finally engage in wildlife viewing at the Akagera NP and venture to the Nyungwe NP for chimpanzee tracking.
Plan snapshot
Duration
4-Day
Route
Kigali to Kigali
Via Volcanoes NP (Gorillas), Nyungwe NP (Chimps)
Country & park
Rwanda
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
gorilla trekking & chimpanzee trekking
Accommodation
Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge - Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This budget tour uses lodges and guest houses.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Day 1
Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2-3
Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
The day begins early with breakfast at your lodge or, depending on your trekking time, you may depart before dawn with a packed meal. You will then transfer to the park headquarters in Kinigi, located at the entrance of Volcanoes National Park, where you will attend a detailed briefing about gorilla trekking procedures and safety guidelines. After the briefing, you will set off on a guided hike into the rainforest in search of a habituated family of mountain gorillas. Each gorilla group is carefully monitored by trackers who remain with them, ensuring their location is known. The trek can vary in duration depending on where the gorillas are, but the journey through the lush forest is part of the adventure. Once you locate the gorillas, you will spend up to one unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat, watching their interactions, behaviors, and daily life up close. After this incredible experience, you will return to your lodge. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
After an early morning breakfast, you will transfer to the park headquarters in Kinigi for golden monkey tracking in Volcanoes National Park. These beautiful and endangered primates are highly agile and inhabit the bamboo thickets on the lower slopes of the mountains. Tracking them offers an exciting and lively experience, while also helping you acclimatize to the altitude and enjoy your final views of the park’s stunning landscape. After the activity, you will embark on a scenic transfer to Nyungwe Forest National Park, where the next chapter of your adventure awaits. Budget guest house located less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
You will wake up around 4:30 am and enjoy an early breakfast or request a packed meal. You will then meet your ranger guide and transfer to Uwinka Visitors Center to begin your chimpanzee trekking experience in Nyungwe Forest National Park. Accompanied by experienced trackers, you will venture into the forest in search of chimpanzees, with opportunities to encounter other primates and birdlife along the way. After the trek, you will return to Uwinka for an exciting canopy walk, offering breathtaking views high above the forest. Later, you will transfer back to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay. Budget guest house located less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
After an early morning breakfast, you will begin your scenic return journey to Kigali, marking the conclusion of your unforgettable 4-day primate adventure through Rwanda. The drive offers one last opportunity to take in the country’s breathtaking landscapes, rolling hills, lush greenery, and vibrant rural life that define the “Land of a Thousand Hills.” Depending on your schedule, you may have time for a brief stop in Kigali for last-minute shopping, a coffee break, or simply to relax before your departure. Your driver-guide will then transfer you to Kigali International Airport or your pre-arranged hotel, ensuring a smooth and comfortable end to your journey home. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Park fees (For non-residents)
Gorilla permits(One per person, non-resident)
Chimp permits(One per person, non-resident)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
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)
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$50.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Offered by
We organize Gorilla and chimpanzee tracking tours, adventure experiences, and Big Five safaris across Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, and the DRC. We understand what to provide and how to deliver it seamlessly. We offer unique, customizable packages, including romantic honeymoons, child-friendly family safaris, solo women travel, and a wide range of unforgettable African safari experiences.
Office In
Uganda
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2021)
Member Of
UTB, FIGNET & ESTOA
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Congo (DRC), Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5It was lovely to meet a family of beautiful gorillas. I hope they continue to conserve them and promote ecological restoration in neighboring farmland areas to increase the area where these incredible animals live.
Perla Natalia · Colombia
I had great time with guide Denis. After great trek, he took me to lokal school, where children had ready great dancing and singing show for me. After that he took me for Ugandian dinner, which was included in price.
Michal · Slovakia
My family and I had the privilege of experiencing an unforgettable journey with Denis, our amazing guide from Mousana Tours. Our trip began with a three-day safari to Murchison Falls National Park, where we had the chance to see four of "The Big Five" and many other animals in their natural habitat. The highlights included the magnificent waterfall and a relaxing boat ride on the Nile. It was an experience we will cherish forever. Denis was an outstanding guide – always attentive, humble, and dedicated. His knowledge and friendly demeanor made the entire trip even more memorable and enjoyable. After our safari, my sister and I continued on to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to see the majestic mountain gorillas – a lifelong dream come true. This is truly an experience everyone should have at least once in their lifetime. Despite the long drive from Kampala, it was worth every single minute. During our stay, we lodged at Bweza Lodge, a wonderfully located place in the national park. The service at the lodge was exceptional – undoubtedly some of the best I have ever experienced. A big thank you to the staff for your warmth and hospitality; you made our stay absolutely incredible. Finally, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Denis for taking such great care of us throughout this magical journey. Your kindness, professionalism, and inspiring personality made everything so much better. We are grateful to have shared these memories with you. We highly recommend Mousana Tours to anyone looking to experience Africa's incredible wildlife and culture in the best way possible. Thank you for an unforgettable adventure!
Steven · Sweden
My husband and I joined Musana Tours for their 7-Day Mgahinga Gorillas Lake Bunyonyi & Queen Elizabeth tour for our 10 year wedding anniversary. Richard drove us to Uganda and back and was fun and informative. Dennis was our guide for the week in Uganda and was super kind and accommodating. Other than Lake Bunyoni (fine but not our preference as a bit slow) the week was really special. Highlights were gorilla trekking in Bwindi forest (loved the lush misty rain forest experience and of course the close encounter with the family of gorillas), the golden monkeys was a surprisingly serene and beautiful experience in the bamboo part of the Mgahinga forest, and the final accommodation in the Kazinga Wilderness camp was so good! It’s within the park so you don’t have to go far for the animal experience. We had hippos come to dinner the second night (safely below a raised open restaurant) and water bucks, buffalo and wart hogs the next morning. The boat experience in the channel in Queen Elizabeth Park was so good. We didn’t expect much but got to experience so much wildlife up close including elephants, hippos, water buffalos, and a lone hyena digging into the bank. We may have gotten lucky there. We also got a few special lion experiences in the park for the driving part. Overall I’d say the tour was good value for money and is a great option for someone looking for a fairly priced private experience.
Tracy · Canada
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge - Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
This tour starts and ends in Kigali
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Musana Tours And Travel, 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.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Musana Tours And Travel.
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