Day 1: Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be welcomed by the company representative and transferred to your hotel.
If time permits, take a city tour of Kigali, visiting the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about Rwanda’s history. Relax at your hotel and prepare for your journey.
Accommodation.
Luxury. Kigali Serena hotel
Mid-range. Heavens boutique hotel
Budget. Discover Rwanda youth hotel.

Day 2: Transfer to Virunga National Park, DR Congo

After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Goma at the Rwanda-Congo border.
After border formalities, you’ll cross into the Democratic Republic of Congo and continue to Virunga National Park, home to one of the world’s oldest national parks and mountain gorillas. Settle in at your lodge near the park and this will take around 4-5 hour’s drive.
Accommodation;
Luxury. Mikeno lodge
Mid-range. Kikumba tented camp
Budget. La joie plaza hotel

Day 3: Gorilla Trekking in Virunga National Park

This morning, venture into the dense forests of Virunga National Park for your first gorilla trekking experience.
After a briefing at the park headquarters, begin your trek into the misty jungle, guided by expert trackers who will lead you to a habituated gorilla family.
Once found, spend a magical hour observing them in their natural habitat. Return to your lodge for relaxation. Trekking duration can be 2-7 hours.
Accommodation;
Luxury. Mikeno lodge
Mid-range. kikumba tented camp
Budget. La joie plaza hotel

Day 4: Nyiragongo Volcano Hike and Transfer to Rwanda

For adventurous travelers, you can opt to hike Nyiragongo Volcano, home to the world’s largest lava lake.
This 2-day hike is an exhilarating experience (additional cost). Alternatively, transfer back to Rwanda, heading to Volcanoes National Park for your second trekking adventure.
Arrive at your lodge near the park by evening.
Accommodation.
Luxury. Bisate lodge
Mid range. Le bamboo gorilla
Budget . Garden Place hotel

Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda

Prepare for your second gorilla trekking adventure in the beautiful bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park.
After a briefing, trek through the park’s mountainous terrain to find a gorilla family. Spend an hour in their presence before returning to your lodge for relaxation.
Accommodation.
Luxury. Bisate lodge
Mid range. Le bambou gorilla lodge
Budget. Garden place hotel

Day 6: Dian Fossey Grave Hike or Golden Monkey Trekking

Today, enjoy another wildlife experience by either visiting the grave of Dian Fossey, the renowned primatologist or joining a golden monkey trekking expedition.
Both activities offer an opportunity to learn more about Rwanda’s rich conservation efforts.
In the afternoon, transfer to Uganda, heading to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. About 3-4 hours’ drive.
Accommodation.
Luxury. Buhoma lodge
Mid range. Haven lodge buhoma
Budget. Buhoma community rest camp

Day 7: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda

Your final gorilla trekking adventure waits in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bwindi.
After breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before setting off through the dense forest.
Bwindi’s challenging terrain makes this trek one of the most rewarding as you encounter a different gorilla family.
After an hour with the gorillas, return to your lodge for some well-earned rest.
Accommodation.
Luxury. Buhoma lodge
Mid range. Haven lodge buhoma
Budget. Buhoma community rest camp

Day 8: Optional Community Visit & Transfer to Kigali, Rwanda

This morning, you can visit a local Batwa community to learn about their ancient hunter-gatherer culture.
Afterward, begin your journey back to Kigali, crossing the border into Rwanda.
Arrive in Kigali in the afternoon and enjoy a relaxing evening at your hotel.
Accommodation.
Luxury. Kigali serena hotel
Mid range. Heaven boutique hotel
Budget. Discover Rwanda youth hotel.

Day 9: Kigali City Tour & Departure

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and depending on your flight schedule, explore the city with visits to local markets and craft centers.
Later, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.

End of your triple country gorilla trekking safari.