
1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour
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Is 1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour worth booking?
1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour is a 9-hour experience in Kigali, Rwanda, from $2649 per person. It scores 69 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 24 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 69 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (24)
- Duration
- 9 hours
- From
- $2649 per person
Come face to face with endangered forest-dwelling mountain gorillas during this full-day, private gorilla trekking tour. The iconic animals would be impossible to find without the help of guides, but you’ll be led righ
What you get
- Gorilla permit
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- English speaking driver/guide
- Transport in a 4X4 vehicle
About this experience
Come face to face with endangered forest-dwelling mountain gorillas during this full-day, private gorilla trekking tour. The iconic animals would be impossible to find without the help of guides, but you’ll be led right to their favorite hangouts. Hike deep into the lush forests of Volcanoes National Park to find them, with ground transportation by 4X4 vehicle from Kigali. This tour includes permit fees and hotel transfers. Relax with front-door pickup and drop-off from anywhere in Kigali Stop along the way to the park to take pictures and grab a coffee. Hike through the forest Enjoy time to observe gorillas playing and interacting.
What's included
Included
- Gorilla permit
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- English speaking driver/guide
- Transport in a 4X4 vehicle
Not included
- Tips to the guide and park rangers
What you'll see and do
Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
Our accredited guide/driver will meet you at your hotel at 4:30 am and drive to the park. It’s a 112 km long drive to get to the Volcanoes National Park in Ruhengeri, Musanze province which is a habitat to the endangered Mountain gorillas. You can take visually attractive pictures from the different stopovers along the journey and have a cup of coffee. At exactly 8.30 am, we move to the park’s headquarters in Kinigi Village where you are briefed by the ranger about the rules and regulations governing Gorilla tracking. You are distributed into different groups and then sent off into the forest. The hike is quite strenuous but rewarding once you set your eyes on the gentle mountain gorillas. You will watch them carry about their day-to-day routine like the juveniles playing, mothers feeding their young ones and the Silverbacks taking watch out for their families avoiding any predator. After, you will trek back to the starting point and transfer back to Kigali.
300 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Devine African Safaris Ltd
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- For travelers 15 years and above
- 4 hours will be alloted to travel time on this tour
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Good to know
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 15+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $2649 to $2873
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 8
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 69
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kigali.
How much does 1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour cost?
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Prices start at $2649 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kigali usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour take?
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Plan for about 9 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kigali is not rushed.
Is 1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 69 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 24 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kigali, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 15. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 9-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour?
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Around 8 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kigali can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kigali and add a light layer if any part of the 9-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kigali within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kigali?
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On Outty we rank every Kigali experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include One-day Akagera National Park Game Drive with a Choice 4x4, One Day Akagera Wildlife Safari, Kigali City Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kigali?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kigali?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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