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4-Day Gorilla Trekking & Lake Kivu Scenic Escape

4-Day Gorilla Trekking & Lake Kivu Scenic Escape

Offered by: USD Safari Tours
4.9/5 (1600 Reviews)
Journey Snapshot
🗺 Rwanda ⏱ 4 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof
Genocide Memorial (Kigali) Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) Gisenyi (Lake Kivu) Lake Kivu Kigali
Overview Day by Day Rates Inclusions Getting There Offered By
Experience the best of Rwanda on a memorable 4-day adventure combining mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park with the peaceful beauty of Lake Kivu. Trek through the misty Virunga forests for an unforgettable encounter with endangered mountain gorillas, then unwind along the scenic shores of Lake Kivu with opportunities for a boat cruise and lakeside relaxation. This carefully balanced journey is ideal for travelers who want to combine wildlife, rainforest adventure, spectacular mountain scenery, and relaxation in one unforgettable Rwanda experience.

Route

Start Genocide Memorial (Kigali) (Day 1)
Day 2 Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Day 3 Gisenyi (Lake Kivu)
Day 4 Lake Kivu
End Kigali

Tour Features

Day 1:Kigali City Tour - Transfer to Musanze Day 2:Gorilla Trekking & Ellen DeGeneres Campus Day 3:Cultural Visit - Bigogwe - Lake Kivu Day 4:Lake Kivu - Return to Kigali

Activities & Transportation

  • Route: Genocide Memorial (Kigali), Volcanoes NP (Gorillas), Gisenyi (Lake Kivu), Lake Kivu, Kigali
  • Duration: 4 days
  • Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
  • Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day
Accommodation
Meals
1
Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge> located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
2
Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge> located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
3
Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel> Mid-range hotel located in Gisenyi (Lake Kivu)
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
4
No accommodation
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day by Day

Day 1 Kigali City Tour - Transfer to Musanze
⏱Morning 🏨Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge> located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Pickup in Kigali will be followed by a guided city experience, including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a deeper understanding of Rwanda's history. After the visit, you depart the city and enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside toward Musanze, with views of rolling hills, local communities, and rural landscapes along the way.
Day 2 Gorilla Trekking & Ellen DeGeneres Campus
⏱Morning 🏨Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge> located less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas) 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Early morning transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning the gorilla trekking experience in Volcanoes National Park. After spending time observing the gorillas, you will return from the forest and later visit the Ellen DeGeneres Gorilla Fund Campus to learn more about conservation efforts and ongoing research.
Day 3 Cultural Visit - Bigogwe - Lake Kivu
⏱Morning 🏨Gorillas Lake Kivu Hotel> Mid-range hotel located in Gisenyi (Lake Kivu) 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
You begin the day with a visit to Iby'Iwacu Cultural Village, where you will experience traditional Rwandan culture through performances, storytelling, and community interaction. You will continue the journey with a scenic drive through the Bigogwe countryside before arriving at Lake Kivu for relaxation and lakeside views.
Day 4 Lake Kivu - Return to Kigali
⏱Morning 🏨No accommodation 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
You'll enjoy a relaxed morning by Lake Kivu, with time to take in the scenery or walk along the shoreline. Later, you will begin the return journey to Kigali with a comfortable drive through Rwanda's landscapes, followed by a drop-off at your hotel or preferred location.

Rates

From: $3,805 pp (USD)
Final quote depends on date, travelers and lodge level.

No upcoming group dates found in database (group_climbs).

Inclusions

Included
  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • Gorilla permits (One per person, non-resident)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Exclusions

Not included
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Note: Some items may vary depending on season and lodge level.

Getting There

Start: Genocide Memorial (Kigali)

End: Kigali

We can arrange airport pick-up and drop-off. Ask in your quote request.

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