Gorillas, Volcanoes & The Thousand Hills

Welcome to Rwanda - the "Land of a Thousand Hills." Arrive at Kigali International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Afternoon city tour including the Kigali Genocide Memorial.

Scenic drive north through terraced hillsides to Volcanoes National Park - home of the mountain gorillas. Arrive at your lodge nestled at the foot of the Virunga volcanoes.

The magical day! After a 7am briefing, trek into the bamboo forests with expert trackers to find a habituated gorilla family. Spend one unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants.

Optional morning golden monkey trek in the bamboo forests. These playful, beautiful primates are only found here. Afternoon cross into Uganda and drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

Second gorilla trekking experience in Uganda's Bwindi - a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the last strongholds of mountain gorillas.

Morning Batwa pygmy cultural experience - learn about the ancient forest-dwelling people. Afternoon nature walk through the impenetrable forest with a naturalist guide.

Return drive to Kigali through Uganda and back into Rwanda. Stops at scenic viewpoints and local markets. Evening farewell dinner at one of Kigali's acclaimed restaurants.

Morning transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight. Karibu tena - welcome back!