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RWANDA GORILLA JOURNEYS

Rwanda Gorillas, Beautifully

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Meet mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, then continue in comfort to Tanzania or Uganda through one seamlessly tailored East African journey.

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Experience Rwanda,Beautifully Tailored.

Explore thoughtfully designed Rwanda gorilla journeys, combining Volcanoes National Park and golden monkeys with carefully selected lodges, seamless transfers and private extensions to Tanzania or Uganda.

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Tarangire · Lake Natron · Lake Manyara · Crater · Serengeti · Volcano National Park
15-Day Tanzania & Rwanda Wildlife & Gorilla Safari
Price From USD: 10,495
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THE RWANDA EXPERIENCE
Rwanda, Refined.

Essential details for planning a beautifully tailored gorilla journey.

Rwanda pairs accessible gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park with golden monkeys, striking Virunga scenery and exceptional lodges—ideal as a refined escape or seamless extension to Tanzania or Uganda.

Best For

Gorillas & Golden Monkeys

Best Time

Jun–Sep & Dec–Feb

Ideal Length

3–5 Days

Pairs Perfectly

Tanzania & Uganda

MOUNTAIN GORILLAS · VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK · PREMIUM LODGES · IDEAL 3–5 DAYS · PAIRS WITH TANZANIA & UGANDA

where to go
Where to Go in Rwanda

Discover Rwanda’s volcanic mountains, ancient rainforests, savannah wildlife and peaceful lakes—and find the experiences that belong in your journey.

Volcanoes National Park

Track mountain gorillas and golden monkeys through misty bamboo forest beneath Rwanda’s dramatic Virunga volcanoes.

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Akagera National Park

See the Big Five across open savannah, woodland, wetlands and lakes in Rwanda’s leading classic safari destination.

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Nyungwe National Park

Track chimpanzees, walk above the forest canopy and discover remarkable primate and birdlife in an ancient rainforest.

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Lake Kivu

Combine Rwanda’s volcanic highlands with Bwindi’s ancient rainforest for a deeper East African primate journey.

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Why Travel With SafariHQ
Every journey we create is built around you. Combining local expertise,
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Tailor-Made Around You

Every safari begins with a conversation. We listen first, then design your journey around your interests, travel style, accommodation preferences and pace. No fixed templates — only yours.

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East Africa Is Our Home

From Tanzania and Kenya to Uganda and Rwanda, our specialists draw on first-hand local knowledge to recommend the right destinations, experiences and seasons for a safari designed around how you want to travel.

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Carefully Selected Lodges

Every lodge and tented camp we recommend is chosen for its location, hospitality and guest experience — ensuring each stay complements your safari rather than simply accommodating it.

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Travel With Confidence

Your journey is backed by comprehensive insurance through ICEA Lion / Lloyd’s of London, 24/7 on-the-ground support and dedicated safari specialists before, during and after your journey.

Guest Experiences

8-Day Mara River Crossing Safari
We were out and about for ten days with our guide James. I could not have imagined a better companion, and we saw many beautiful animals – including the Big Five. We watched the wildebeest river crossing. James knew everything about the animals and was always friendly. In addition, he answered every one of our questions.
Benjamin B
2026-08-28
7 Days Tarangire, Ngorongoro, Serengeti
The best safari company ever! We did 7 days across Tarangire, Lake Manyara, Ngorongoro and the Serengeti. The best trip of my life. The organisation from SafariHQ was amazing and the guides were incredible! Our guide Daniel was so kind, patient and super knowledgeable on all the animals and plants. We saw so many animals and Daniel was an excellent spotter. He is a super driver and we got amazing views of all the animals. I will definitely be doing another safari with SafariHQ. Thanks to Daniel and all of SafariHQ for the trip of a lifetime.
Nikki Gander
2026-07-23
3 Day Serengeti National Park
We had a very beautiful and unforgettable safari, during which we saw the Big 5 and many other great animals. Our guide James was very knowledgeable about everything regarding Tanzania and its wildlife. He was very nice and a great driver.
Felix S
2026-08-26
8 Days Tanzania Safari
Our guide Emmanuel was absolutely amazing. I felt he went above and beyond to make sure we saw every animal there was to see in Ngorongoro Carter and Lake Manyara National Park. Not only did we get to see the animals, we also so amazing flora, scenery and Emmanuel was full of knowledge about the area, people and animals. Overall our time in Tanzania was made exceptionally better because of the guides we had. Emmanuel was absolutely brilliant to make sure we had good viewing of all sights and animals. No task was to hard. He was friendly, polite, and I felt very safe in his company.
SafariHQ guide showing guests elephants during a game drive in Tanzania on a guided wildlife safari.
Richelle H
2026-07-09
3 night private Masai Mara NP
We were met by Simon from Safari HQ upon arrival in Nairobi and taken to our hotel which was s great way to start our Kenyan experience. Early the next morning, we were collected by Steve our Safari driver in our Safari vehicle for the long drive to the Zebra Valley Mara Lodge located adjacent to the Masai Mara National Game Reserve. Over the next 3 days, we enjoyed a series of fantastic early morning and late afternoon game Safari drives. Steve our driver was exceptional. Being an ex park ranger, his knowledge of the game reserve, the flora and fauna was fantastic. Given the condition of the roads, Steve was never in a rush and always allowed plenty of time to get us some great opportunities to view the amazing wildlife in the Mara reserve. We were extremely privileged that Steve manage to find great sighting / viewings of Elephants, Hippos, Giraffes, Ostriches, Lions, Cheetahs, numerous types of antelopes, Nile crocodiles, Wilderbeast, Zebras – the list goes on. Highlights included lunch under an Umbrella Acacia tree inside the game park. Given were on a 4 person private game Safari, Safari HQ and our Driver Steve were fantastic and the experience provided certainly exceeded our expectations.
Abmoet
2026-06-10
7 Day Tanzania Safari
We spent three days in the Ngorongoro conservation area, three days in the Serengeti National Park and one day in the Lake Manyara National Park. We did our safari with Safari HQ. Our guide Emmanuel, was amazing. Not only was he a skilled Driver over the rugged and extremely challenging terrain, he knew exactly the right spots and angles to enable us to get the most spectacular photos. We saw the big five and much, much more many times over. I can only say it was a totally immersive and life changing experience. I would recommend Safari HQ and Emanuel in particular, to anyone wishing to undertake a Safari in Africa.
JC Melbourne
2026-07-09
Frequently Asked
Rwanda Gorilla FAQs

Quick answers for planning your Rwanda gorilla trek.

A Rwanda gorilla trekking permit costs USD 1,500 per person. It includes the guided trek and one hour with a habituated mountain gorilla family once they are located.

Accommodation, private transfers and other experiences are additional. SafariHQ will check permit availability, secure it on your behalf and include every cost clearly in your tailored quotation.

Both offer extraordinary mountain gorilla encounters, but the travel experience differs. Rwanda provides convenient access from Kigali, dramatic Virunga scenery and an excellent collection of premium lodges. Uganda offers the dense wilderness of Bwindi, lower permit costs and the longer Gorilla Habituation Experience.

The right choice depends on your budget, available time and preferred style of travel. It is also possible to experience both countries in one journey.

Gorilla trekking is available throughout the year. The drier periods from June to September and December to February generally provide more manageable forest trails. The wetter months bring rich green scenery, fewer visitors and excellent photography conditions.

Rain is possible throughout the year in Volcanoes National Park, so suitable hiking footwear and waterproof clothing are always important.

The trek can take between one and several hours, depending on the gorillas’ location, weather and trail conditions. Volcanoes National Park has steep, uneven and sometimes muddy terrain, so a reasonable level of fitness is recommended.

Porters are available to carry bags and provide support along difficult sections. The minimum age for gorilla trekking in Rwanda is 15 years. Children under 15 cannot participate in the trek.

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Allow three to five days for a well-paced Rwanda gorilla experience. This provides time for Kigali, Volcanoes National Park and the gorilla trek without making the journey feel rushed.

A longer stay can include golden monkey trekking, the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund or a second primate experience.

Yes. Rwanda combines beautifully with Tanzania’s Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater and Tarangire, creating a journey from classic wildlife viewing to mountain gorilla trekking. Allow approximately 10–14 days for a comfortable Rwanda and Tanzania itinerary.

Rwanda can also be combined with Uganda for Bwindi gorillas, additional primate encounters and contrasting rainforest landscapes. SafariHQ can arrange the permits, flights, transfers and accommodation as one seamless East African journey.

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