Morning / Afternoon: Arrival at Kigali International Airport. Meet your safari guide at the airport. Drive approximately 2.5–3 hours to Musanze (Ruhengeri), the gateway to Volcanoes National Park. Scenic drive through Rwanda’s rolling hills, tea plantations, and banana farms. Evening: Check-in at a lodge or luxury tented camp near the park (e.g., Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, Virunga Lodge, or Mountain Gorilla View Lodge). Welcome briefing by your guide: Gorilla trekking rules & safety Park regulations Physical preparation tips for trekking Dinner at the lodge. Optional: Relax under the stars or enjoy a lodge bar/lounge. Tips: Make sure your gear is ready: hiking shoes, long pants, waterproof jacket, gloves, hat, and water bottle. Rest well; the trek can be physically demanding.

Activities : Trekking

Early Morning: Breakfast at the lodge (usually served 5:30–6:30 am). Transfer to Volcanoes National Park headquarters. Registration & briefing by park rangers: Gorilla families to be tracked Safety & etiquette rules Trekking group assignments (usually 8 visitors per gorilla family) Gorilla Trekking: Start trekking through the bamboo forests, lush montane forest, and hillsides. Duration: 2–6 hours depending on gorilla location. Experience the thrill of seeing gorillas in their natural habitat. Observation time: 1 hour with gorillas per park rules. Photos allowed, but maintain respectful distance. Watch infants, playful interactions, and feeding behavior. Lunch: Return to lodge for lunch or picnic in designated areas (depending on trek timing). Afternoon Options: Optional: Visit Dian Fossey’s Grave and Karisoke Research Center nearby. Lodge relaxation or guided nature walk in the surrounding area. Evening: Dinner at lodge. Optional: Cultural storytelling or local music presentation at lodge. Tips: Bring extra batteries or memory cards for cameras. Wear layers; early mornings are cold but may get hot during trek.

Activities : Trekking

Morning (Optional depending on schedule): Golden Monkey Trekking – Shorter trek (~2 hours) to see endangered golden monkeys in Volcanoes NP. Nature walks – Explore local trails or visit local villages for cultural immersion. Breakfast at lodge. Midday: Check out and drive back to Kigali (2.5–3 hours). Afternoon: Stop for lunch en route (optional, depending on flight schedule). Arrival in Kigali. Transfer to Kigali International Airport for departure or onward travel.

Activities : Trekking