Gorillas in the Mist (3 days)

Track mountain gorillas in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park — the setting of Dian Fossey’s legendary research.

Tour details

Duration:

3 days

Best for:

Gorilla trekking, short wildlife escapes, Rwanda visitors

Group size:

Private tour

Travel style:

Adventure, Photography, Tracking

      
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Introduction

This 3-day fly-in safari takes you deep into the rainforest of Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, where the legendary “Gorillas in the Mist” was filmed. This is a unique opportunity to come face-to-face with the endangered mountain gorilla in its natural habitat — a powerful and moving experience. With short driving times from Kigali (just 3 hours), this trip is perfect for those short on time or looking to add a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla experience to a broader East Africa journey.

On this journey, you will explore the following highlights:

Gorilla Tracking – The Ultimate Wildlife Encounter

Volcanoes National Park

Kigali City – The Heart of Rwanda

Day to day programme

Day 1:

Arrival in Kigali, transfer to Volcanoes National Park (3 hrs)

Day 2:

Gorilla tracking in Volcanoes NP, optional afternoon walk or visit to Batwa community

Day 3:

Optional golden monkey tracking or Diane Fossey grave visit, return to Kigali, optional city tour, airport transfer

Day 4:

Day 1:

Arrival in Kigali, transfer to Volcanoes National Park (3 hrs)

Day 2:

Gorilla tracking in Volcanoes NP, optional afternoon walk or visit to Batwa community

Day 3:

Optional golden monkey tracking or Diane Fossey grave visit, return to Kigali, optional city tour, airport transfer

Day 4:

Tour map

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What's included

Includes

• Airport transfers
• Accommodation (FB)
• Private 4×4 safari vehicle and guide
• Park entry fees
• Mentioned activities
• Bottled drinking water

Excludes

• Flights
• Rwanda visa
• Gorilla tracking permit (USD 1,500 per person)
• Optional activities
• Insurance
• Extra meals & drinks
• Tips & personal expenses