A Long Weekend with the Gorillas 3 days
3 days
Rwanda - A Journey into Gorilla Country
Some wildlife encounters stay with you long after you leave, and few compare with an hour spent in the forest with Rwanda’s mountain gorillas. This short 3 day escape takes you into Volcanoes National Park, where you’ll learn about the remarkable work behind their protection at the Ellen DeGeneres Campus at the Dian Fossey Foundation before setting out on a gorilla trek. After your time in the forest, return to Kigali for a final glimpse of the capital, with the option to visit its moving Genocide Memorial. There’s also time to slow down at your lodge, making this an immersive yet wonderfully unhurried introduction to Rwanda.
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Journey Route
DAY 1
Kigali
Land in Kigali and transfer to Volcanoes National Park, home of Rwanda's mountain gorillas. After settling into your lodge, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus at the Dian Fossey Foundation to learn about the history and future of gorilla conservation in central Africa.
DAY 2
Volcanoes National Park
Set off early for one of Africa's most sought-after wildlife experiences, trekking to see mountain gorillas. After a briefing, head into the forest and spend a magical hour with these majestic creatures before returning to your lodge for a well-deserved afternoon of relaxation.
DAY 3
Kigali
Enjoy a relaxing morning at your lodge before transferring back to Kigali for your onward international flight. If time allows, take a city tour including a visit to the moving but hugely important Genocide Memorial.
