3 Days Gorillas Trekking and Twin lakes | SokoGuide

Overview

3 days · 2 nights

Journey & Destinations

Kigali

2 days

Volcanoes National Park

1 day

Where You’ll Stay

K Hotel Kigali Bed & Breakfast

Kigali

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge Full Board

Volcanoes National Park

Tour Itinerary

DAY 1

Arrive At Kigali

Upon your arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by one of our professional driver-guides, who will transfer you to your carefully selected partner hotel.

After checking in, you'll have time to relax and recover from your journey, ensuring you begin your adventure feeling refreshed and ready to explore Rwanda.

Depending on your arrival time, you'll embark on a 4–5 hour guided Kigali City Tour, where you'll discover the vibrant culture, history, and modern charm of Rwanda's capital. Highlights may include the Kigali Genocide Memorial, Kimironko Market, Kigali Convention Centre, local art galleries, and other notable attractions, offering you an authentic introduction to the "Land of a Thousand Hills."

After the city tour, you will return to your hotel to enjoy a delicious dinner and a pre-Gorillas trekking briefing. During the briefing, your guide will provide an overview of the exciting adventures awaiting you on the following day, ensuring you are well prepared for your unforgettable mountain Gorillas trekking.

Accommodation

K Hotel Kigali

K Hotel Kigali offers a calm and welcoming stay in the heart of Kigali, Rwanda, where thoughtful design and warm hospitality create a personal and relaxing experience. Filled with natural light and soft textures, the hotel provides a peaceful retreat while remaining closely connected to business districts, cultural attractions, and everyday cit...

DAY 2

Mountain Gorillas trekking

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure to Volcanoes National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. This one-day gorilla trekking safari begins with an early morning departure from Kigali and concludes with an overnight stay in Musanze, allowing you to relax after an unforgettable wildlife experience.

04:30 AM – Pick-up from Kigali

Your professional driver-guide will pick you up from your hotel, residence, or Kigali International Airport for an early morning transfer to Volcanoes National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through Rwanda's breathtaking countryside, known as the Land of a Thousand Hills, with beautiful views of rolling hills, rural villages, and lush green landscapes.

07:00 AM – Arrival at Volcanoes National Park

Upon arrival at the park headquarters in Kinigi, you will complete the registration process and join other visitors for a briefing by Rwanda Development Board (RDB) park rangers. During the briefing, you will learn about gorilla trekking guidelines, safety procedures, and conservation efforts before being assigned to a gorilla family.

08:00 AM – Mountain Gorilla Trekking Experience

Begin your unforgettable trek through the dense rainforest in search of one of the park's habituated mountain gorilla families. Depending on the location of the gorillas, the trek may take between 2 and 6 hours.

Once you find the gorillas, you will spend one magical hour observing them in their natural habitat. Watch them feed, play, interact, and care for their young while capturing unforgettable memories of one of the world's most extraordinary wildlife encounters.

After the trek, return to the park headquarters to receive your official Mountain Gorilla Trekking Certificate, a memorable keepsake of your incredible experience.

01:30 PM – Lunch

Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant or lodge in Musanze while reflecting on your remarkable gorilla trekking adventure.

Afternoon – Check-in and Relaxation in Musanze

After lunch, transfer to your selected hotel or lodge in Musanze for check-in. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, relaxing and enjoying the peaceful surroundings after your exciting trek.

Accommodation

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge (Full Board)

DAY 3

Visiting Twin lakes ( Lake Burer & lake Ruhondo) and local community experience

Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your lodge in Musanze before setting off on a scenic excursion to the breathtaking Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo, two of Rwanda's most picturesque destinations nestled at the foothills of the Virunga Volcanoes.

As you journey through the lush countryside, enjoy spectacular views of rolling hills, crystal-clear lakes, and the majestic volcanic mountains that make this region one of Rwanda's most beautiful landscapes. Upon arrival, take time to admire the stunning scenery, capture memorable photographs, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere surrounding the lakes.

Continue your adventure with an authentic visit to a nearby local community, where you'll experience Rwanda's rich cultural heritage and warm hospitality. Meet local residents, learn about their daily way of life, farming practices, and traditional customs. Depending on the community visited, you may also enjoy traditional music and dance performances, local storytelling, basket weaving demonstrations, banana beer making, or participate in other cultural activities that provide a deeper understanding of Rwandan life.

After your cultural experience, enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the beautiful countryside.

In the afternoon, begin your scenic drive back to Kigali. Along the way, you'll have opportunities to stop at selected viewpoints and local craft markets to purchase handmade souvenirs and take in Rwanda's spectacular landscapes one last time.

Arrive in Kigali in the late afternoon, where your driver-guide will drop you off at your hotel, residence, or Kigali International Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Rwandan adventure.

Accommodation

K Hotel Kigali