4 Days Rwanda Gorilla & Genocide Memorial Tour
This 4 Days Rwanda Gorilla & Genocide Memorial Tour is a fantastic opportunity to see Africa’s mountain gorillas on an adventure through Rwanda. This African nation is home to some of the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas and is a place where friendly local people will warmly greet you. Rwanda has courageously overcome a tumultuous history and now stands proudly as a symbol of Africa’s resilient beauty. Be captivated by the incredible power of the rare mountain gorillas
Itinerary
Day 1: Welcome To Kigali, Rwanda
On arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be met by our company representatives. you must arrive in Kigali City before 13:00 hours. you will need to arrive earlier and book one night’s pre-tour accommodation as well as an arrival transfer. Please ensure you have read the visa information for Rwanda on your Pre-departure information before you depart, as you are required to apply for your visa before arrival.
On arrival, take a tearful visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial & Museum – the final resting place of more than 250,000 victims of the mass atrocity that took place in Rwanda in 1994. The Museum was opened in 2004 to mark the 10th anniversary of the Rwandan Genocide.
While the genocide resulted from a complex series of factors, it remains an absolute tragedy for Rwanda and its people. Time spent at the museum is sure to be emotionally moving. but it’s an important way to understand the incredible courage and resilience of this beautiful, tiny nation. Afterwards, take a 3-hour drive through the lush, rolling hills of Rwanda as you head toward the gorillas. Your accommodation is in Musanze (formerly Ruhengeri). The small town of Ruhengeri is the gateway to Volcanoes National Park, one of the last refuges for endangered mountain gorillas.
Accommodation
Kigali Serena Hotel, Nyungwe Top View Hotel
Day 2: Gorilla trekking in the Volcanoes
Today, have an early breakfast and start transferring to the park offices, where you are briefed on your gorilla trek by the guides of Volcanoes National Park. This 160-km2 national park protects the Rwandan portion of the Virunga Mountains. It includes a range of 6 extinct and 2 active volcanoes that straddle the Border with Uganda and the DRC.
The bamboo forest is scattered with alpine moorland, grassland, and marshland. In this national park, there are 12 habituated gorilla families.
Volcanoes National Park is one of the last remaining sanctuaries for the mountain gorilla.
No more than eight people per day can visit any one habituated family, and visits are strictly controlled to reduce the likelihood of disturbance or disease transmission to the gorillas.
Gorilla trekking in the dense forest can sometimes be wet, muddy, and uncomfortable. The landscape is by no means easy either, so it can be a bit difficult and often humid, but the sheer adventure in encountering a habituated gorilla family dominated by a great silverback male, more than outweighs and difficulty.
You need to be well prepared and fairly fit to hike for up to 4 hours, uphill and downhill, as it may take anywhere from 1 to 4 hours to reach your designated gorilla family.
The trackers have already set out and located the mountain gorilla family by the time you begin your trek, so your actual hiking time can typically be predicted when you start.
You can get very close to the mountain gorillas, which are calm and gentle, and watching their movements is like seeing a mirror image of yourself.
Your visit with the gorillas will last one memorable hour. Since lunch can only be taken upon return to your lodge, it’s recommended that you bring some energy-boosting snacks to keep you fueled throughout the morning. At the end of the day, the comforts of the lodge beckon, along with a chance to reflect on what is sure to be a truly memorable day.
Accommodation
Hotel Muhabura, Virunga lodge
Day 3: Choose from a variety of Optional Activities
On this day, of numerous trekking options. You may choose to do another gorilla trek or see the rare golden monkeys.
A national park guide will lead you around the site of the old Karisoke Research Station. Although very little remains of the station, the setting is spectacular. inspiring you to imagine the extraordinary life Dian Fossey led in these remote mountains. For a more relaxed yet equally special experience, tracking golden monkeys is highly recommended. In June 2003, the national parks department first issued permits for visitors to walk the trails in search of these rare and beautiful primates. This hike takes you to the edge of the forest, and watching these unique monkeys play and interact is an engaging experience.
Accommodation options
Mountain Gorilla view lodge(luxury), Da vinci Gorilla lodge(mid range)
Day 4:Drive Back To Kigali
<p>Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda, is a great place to explore on foot, from its marketplaces to the notorious Hotel Rwanda. This morning, you will transfer back to Kigali for a city tour before being transferred to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.
We have finally come to the end of our 4-day Trip in Rwanda
