Tracking Majestic Mountain Gorillas (trip)

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Tracking Majestic Mountain Gorillas

  • Kigali Airport, Kigali, Rwanda
  • Culture & Nature
Rwanda, Africa

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from $3,760* per person5 DaysYear-round
Boutique accommodations Exertion level: 4
Operator: Micato Safaris 12 people max
The velvet-green slopes of the Virunga Volcanoes are a lofty and lush paradise. In the rainforests here-buzzing with the sounds of jungle life-the soft mists prevail as they did when Dian Fossey wrote her legendary book Gorillas in the Mist. And the creature that drew Dr. Fossey is the same one which beckons to us: the rare and regal Mountain Gorilla.

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Rwanda, Africa

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Special information

  • This is a custom departure, meaning this trip is offered on dates that you arrange privately with the provider. Additionally, you need to form your own private group for this trip. The itinerary and price here is just a sample. Contact the provider for detailed pricing, minimum group size, and scheduling information. For most providers, the larger the group you are traveling with, the lower the per-person cost will be.

Itinerary

Day 1

Kigali, Rwanda

Rwanda is a remarkable, revitalized country that has reclaimed its reputation as the preferred destination for tracking mountain gorillas. Our delightful accommodations are at the Kigali   Serena Hotel.

Day 2

Kigali - Parc National des Volcans

After a fascinating tour of Kigali, we drive to Ruhengeri-a quaint market town in the Virunga foothills. We settle into the superb Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, an ideal base from which to explore these verdant highlands.

Day 3

Parc National des Volcans

Our trek begins! With skilled trackers leading us through the forest of overhanging vines, giant lobelias and mossy hagenia trees, we traverse this emerald canopy to find the object of our fascination: the endangered mountain gorilla. It is another world...a gorilla family in the throes of everyday life-feeding, playing, foraging and caring for their young. Encountering the mountain gorilla in its natural environs is amongst the most captivating wildlife moments imaginable. Park regulations permit one hour with each family group. Later, we visit a village and meet Rwandan men who've made the remarkable transition from poachers to active conservationists. This is also a wonderful opportunity to glimpse traditional Rwandan life.

Day 4

Parc National des Volcans - Burera and Ruhondo Lakes

The day brings another incredible experience with a different family of gorillas, noting the subtle differences between clans. Later we explore the strikingly beautiful "Twin Lakes" - Burera and Ruhondo - and mingle with the locals at a bustling food market in Ruhengeri.

Day 5

Kigali - Departure

We make the short drive to Kigali for our flight home, recalling this thrilling glimpse into a world that few will have an opportunity to see.

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