Rwanda Extension: Gorillas in Volcanoes National Park

A Customizable Trip to Rwanda

Highlights

With unmatched up-close encounters, trekking through untamed, pristine rainforests, in search of the endangered mountain gorillas is the ultimate life-changing experience. Surrounded by swaying trees and broad volcanic mountains; this experience awakens a vibrant energy within you.

Starting from
USD 8,377
per person sharing

Duration
6 days / 5 nights

Transport
Fly-in Safari

Accommodation
Lodge or Tented Camps

Exploring
Kigali, Volcanoes National Park

About this Safari

– Explore the vibrant city of Kigali; discovering the art, history, and culture of Rwanda
– Trek endangered mountain gorillas, experience the vibrant golden monkeys, view an array of 200 bird species or explore 62 million-year-old caves in the world-renowned Volcanoes National Park
– This can be a safari on its own or an extension to another East African safari

Total Cost of Tour – 2025
16 Jan – 28 Feb – $ 9,475
01 Mar – 31 May & 01 Nov – 14 Dec – $ 8,377
01 – 15 Jan, 01 Jun – 31 Oct & 15 – 31 Dec – $ 10,504

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Day By Day Itinerary

Day 1 - 2: The Retreat by Heaven, Rwanda

Arrive Kigali, transfer to The Retreat by Heaven – 2 nights. A passion project of Josh Ruxin and his wife Alissa, The Retreat pairs chic, natural design and……..

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Day 3 - 5: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, Volcanoes National Park

Drive to Volcanoes National Park – 3 nights. Set on the edge of the Volcanoes National Park in a lush green property of 11 hectares, Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge enjoys fabulous and…..

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Day 6: Departure

Drive to Kigali International Airport – depart. Sadly, the end of your safari; other plans can be made to go to……

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Tour Accommodation

The Retreat, Kigali, Rwanda

Type: Luxury Lodge or Hotel
Location: Kigali

Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

Type: Luxury Lodge or Hotel
Location: Volcanoes National Park

Details of Costs

This cost includes:

• Bed & breakfast accommodation at The Retreat by Heaven
• Full board accommodation at Wilderness Sabyinyo
• Purified water and coffee/tea in room at The Retreat by Heaven
• Soft drinks, beer, house wines and selected spirits at Wilderness Sabyinyo
• Park fees, conservancy fees, SACOLA Community Development Levy and all trekking permits
• Full day Kigali City Tour including lunch on Day 2
• One golden monkey experience and one gorilla trekking experience at Volcanoes National Park
• One 30 minute welcome massage per person (subject to availability) at The Retreat by Heaven
• One 30 minute on-site cultural activity: cocktail making / banana wine making demonstration/ local culinary demonstration or neighbourhood walk (subject to availability – pre booking required) at The Retreat by Heaven
• Use of gym, swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and yoga terrace at The Retreat by Heaven
• Laundry at Wilderness Sabyinyo
• Airport transfers & all road transfers mentioned in private transfers including snacks in vehicle
• Meet and assist on arrival and departure at Kigali International Airport
• Akagera Aviation & AMREF Flying Doctors Membership
• Processing and payment of one single entry visa per person
• Use of customised safari concierge appVIP welcome at Kigali International Airport
• All statutory charges

This cost does not include:

• Additional meals and drinks at The Retreat by Heaven
• Champagne, luxury spirits and select wines at Wilderness Sabyinyo
• Additional activities not mentioned in inclusions
• Spa treatments
• International flights and additional visa fees
• All statutory increases beyond our control
• Laundry at The Retreat by Heaven
• Gratuities and items of a personal nature
• Any other extras

Notes

• Gorilla trekking is permitted for children aged 15 years and older
• Golden monkey experience is permitted for children aged 12 years and older
• Gorilla and Golden Monkey trekking begins at 07:00 am and guests are required to arrive at the park office at 06:40 am

Gallery

The Retreat By Heaven Pool
The Retreat By Heaven Luxury Pool Villa Bedroom
Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge
Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge Trekking
Volcanoes Expedition