2-Day Rwanda Gorilla Tour in Volcanoes

This 2-day Rwanda gorilla trek is designed to help you meet the world’s most endangered primates, the mountain gorillas, in their natural environment, even if you have limited time. The experience also includes a visit to a cultural village, where you will learn about the traditions and daily life of the local people. Below is the itinerary for your 2-day Rwanda gorilla trek.

2-Day Rwanda Gorilla Tour Highlights

Start and end the trip in Kigali, Rwanda.
Drive to Volcanoes National Park through Rwanda’s green hills.
Visit Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village to learn about Rwandan music, dance, and traditions.
Meet friendly local people and take part in cultural activities.
Go gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park with an expert ranger.
Spend one hour watching gorillas feed, play, and care for their babies.
Take photos of gorillas from a safe distance.
Enjoy comfortable lodge accommodation with good meals.
Learn about Rwanda’s culture, wildlife, and beautiful scenery.
A short 2-day tour perfect for travelers with limited time.

Brief 2-Day Rwanda Gorilla Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park and cultural tour
Day 2: Gorilla trekking and departure

Detailed 2-Day Rwanda Gorilla Tour Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park and cultural tour

On arrival at Kigali International Airport, your driver guide will brief you about the safari before starting the 3-hour drive to Volcanoes National Park. On reaching the park, check in at your lodge and have lunch.

In the afternoon, visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village to explore the different traditions and customs of the Rwandan people. The visit will introduce you to their music, dance, clothing, ceremonies, and way of life. The warm hospitality of the locals makes this experience memorable.

As evening approaches, enjoy traditional dance and drama performances that express Rwanda’s rich culture. Afterward, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2: Gorilla trekking and departure

Start your day with breakfast at the lodge, then drive to the park headquarters for a pre-trekking briefing. The park rangers will explain the rules, safety guidelines, and trekking procedures.

You will then be divided into groups of eight people, each assigned a specific gorilla family to track. Enter the forest with your ranger guide and spend several hours searching through the thick vegetation. Once you find the gorillas, you will have one full hour to watch them as they feed, play, and care for their young. You may take photos and videos from a safe distance following the park’s rules.

After this unforgettable experience, return to your lodge for lunch and check out. In the afternoon, begin your drive back to Kigali. You will arrive after about 3 to 4 hours and be dropped off at your preferred location or at the airport for your departure flight.

This marks the end of your 2-day Rwanda gorilla trek.