4-Day Rwanda Double Gorilla Trek
Two treks, two different gorilla families, two routes through the forest. Built for photographers and for travellers who know one hour is not enough.
This itinerary includes two gorilla permits at $1,500 each. The permits alone account for $3,000 of the starting price.
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From $7,995 per person
2 sharing · Comfort lodges · varies by date
What this journey includes
- Two gorilla treks on consecutive days, with different families
- Kigali city tour: Genocide Memorial, Inema Arts Centre, Hôtel des Mille Collines
- Gorilla Guardians Village cultural visit
- Three nights' accommodation, all meals as listed
- Private 4x4 and driver-guide throughout
The itinerary
Met on arrival at Kigali International Airport and transferred to your hotel, with a briefing in the lobby. The evening is free.
Overnight: Kigali Marriott, deluxe room · Dinner, bed and breakfast
Comfort lodges on this journey
ComfortKigali Marriott
Experience premium comfort in the city center. The Kigali Marriott offers spacious accommodations, diverse dining options, and a world-class spa.
ComfortSambora Kinigi Lodge
An intimate, beautifully designed boutique lodge offering personalized service and stunning views of the volcanic landscape.
These are our Comfort lodges. Premium and Signature options are available on request — tell us on the form and we will quote both.
Included and not included
Included
- Meet and greet at Kigali International Airport
- Three nights' accommodation with meals as listed
- Private airport transfers and all ground transport in a 4x4
- Experienced English-speaking private driver-guide
- Two gorilla trekking permits per person, $1,500 each, included
- Government taxes
- Emergency medical evacuation cover
- Our support from start to finish
Not included
- International and local flights
- Rwanda visa fees, with Commonwealth and Francophonie nationals exempt
- Travel and medical insurance (mandatory)
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Meals and drinks not listed
- Optional activities
Good to know before you go
Note: gorilla permits are limited to 96 per day across 12 habituated families, 8 visitors per family. Permits are non-refundable and non-transferable once issued. This itinerary requires two permits per person.
What our guests say
"My husband and I just returned from our full day of gorilla trekking in Volcano National Park. We decided to take the trek last minute and reached out to a couple of licensed tour operators and we're so impressed with how quickly Gorille Africain Tours got back to us. From the beginning, the communication was excellent and timely."
Katie N
United States
"I recently returned from a fabulous trip to Rwanda organized by Gorille Africain Tours. Mwaka was very communicative and flexible in tailoring a trip that worked best for me. Peter was a wonderful driver and guide who was very knowledgeable about the parks and culture."
Courtney Smith
United States
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Starting price per person, based on two travellers sharing, in our Comfort lodges. Your final price depends on travel dates, lodge level and group size. We confirm everything in writing before you commit.
Check dates and get a quote
Tell us your dates and we will confirm permit availability and send you a written quote for your exact trip. Permits are limited to 96 per day and sell out months ahead. We reply personally, usually within a few hours.
From $7,995 per person
This itinerary includes two gorilla permits at $1,500 each. The permits alone account for $3,000 of the starting price.
Starting price per person, based on two travellers sharing, in our Comfort lodges. Your final price depends on travel dates, lodge level and group size. We confirm everything in writing before you commit.
Package Enquiry
We confirm everything in writing before you commit.