Gorillas of Rwanda

Time spent tracking and observing, at close quarters, a family of the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas is simply unforgettable.
Private Journeys

Africa, Rwanda
5 days, from AU$10,675
Private

Journey Overview

Time spent tracking and observing, at close quarters, a family of the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas is simply unforgettable. The mountains and volcanoes of Rwanda’s Parc National des Volcans, world famous for the work conducted there by Dian Fossey, are home to some of the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas and you’ll have two days tracking included in the programme. Tracking is conducted in small groups of no more than eight and a good level of general fitness is recommended.

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Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive Kigali.

Arrive into Kigali, the Rwandan capital, where you are met by a representative of A&K and transferred to your hotel.
Kigali Serena Hotel (Prime Room)

Day 2: Kigali – Parc National des Volcans.

This morning enjoy a short Kigali City tour. See the craft centre, the Kandt House Museum of Natural History and the memorial for victims of the genocide of 1994, a moving experience. Make a short stop for refreshments and a briefing before driving to your new luxury lodge in the Parc National des Volcans (B,D).
Bisate Lodge (Villa)

Day 3: Parc National des Volcans.

The park protects the Rwandan side of the Virunga volcanoes, a range of six extinct and three live volcanoes which shelter some of the last remaining mountain gorillas in the world. This park gained world notoriety for the work Dian Fossey conducted here. After an early breakfast, drive to the Volcanoes National Park Headquarters where you are allocated a gorilla tracking group. After a briefing by your gorilla tracker/guide, the adventure begins. Today’s hike may take anything from one to five hours to reach the gorillas depending on the location of the family. You’ll walk through farmland, bamboo forests and rainforest. Upon sighting the gorillas, stay with them for a magical hour as they go about their daily habits, feeding, foraging, playing, resting and attending the young. Afterwards, return to base where your driver awaits. Lunch is back at the lodge and this afternoon enjoy a scenic drive to view the twin lakes, Ruhondo and Burera, with the spectacular backdrop of the Virunga Volcanoes (B,L,D).
Bisate Lodge (Villa)

Day 4: Parc National des Volcans – Kigali.

Today is another opportunity to head into the park in search of the mountain gorillas. You will most likely be allocated a different group, the terrain may vary but the experience will certainly be unforgettable. After lunch, return to Kigali and later enjoy dinner at a local restaurant (B,L,D).
Kigali Serena Hotel (Prime Room)

Day 5: Depart Kigali.

After breakfast transfer to the airport for your departure flight (B).

PRICE
Twin Share Per Person: From $10,675
Solo Traveller: From $14,335

Contact A&K for more details.

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Accommodation/Partners

Bisate Lodge

This new eco-luxe camp is located in a 27-hectare amphitheatre of an eroded volcanic cone near Volcanoes National Park, prime mountain gorilla viewing territory. There are just six sumptuous stone and thatch en suite rooms which are cosy and warm and maximise the spectacular forest and volcano views. In addition to gorilla tracking, guests can hike to Karisoke, site of the research camp and grave of Dian Fossey, or be part of a tree planting programme at a local nursery.

Emirates

Emirates flies the world’s biggest and one of the youngest fleets of aircraft in the world made up exclusively of Airbus A380s and Boeing 777s. Once on board, customers are treated to gourmet dining, award-winning inflight entertainment, unrivalled comfort and exceptional service. Emirates offers one-stop seamless connections via Dubai to over 20 destinations across Africa including historical Cairo in Egypt and stunning Cape Town in South Africa. The Emirates network also features services to more than 15 cities in the Middle East including some of A&K’s favourites: Muscat, Tehran and Amman.

FIRST CLASS
Arrive inspired in First Class. Unwind in your own Private Suite, rejuvenate in the Emirates A380 Shower Spa* and savour fine dining served whenever the mood takes you. Fly First Class and make every journey your own.

BUSINESS CLASS
Stretch out and relax in comfort. Explore the world through regionally inspired dishes, and join the conversation over fine wines by taking a stroll to the most spacious and stylish bar in the sky, the Emirates A380 Onboard Bar and Lounge. Business and pleasure mix all too well with Emirates Business Class.

ECONOMY CLASS
Sit back, relax and enjoy up to 2,500 channels of award-winning entertainment. Savour gourmet meals and stay connected with loved ones in the air with free WiFi*. Fill every moment with new experiences when you fly Economy Class.

*Terms and conditions apply.

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Dates & Prices

As this Private Journey can be personalised to your specific requirements, it is not available for online booking.

Depending on your preferred dates and arrangements, final pricing will vary from low season to peak season travel.

Please call A&K on 1300 851 800 or send us a booking enquiry to book this journey

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Gorillas of Rwanda

Time spent tracking and observing, at close quarters, a family of the world’s last remaining mountain gorillas is simply unforgettable. Private Journeys