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Embark on an unforgettable expedition to track mountain gorillas

Journeys: Wild Encounters in Rwanda

8 days, Kigali to Kigali

An upgraded small group tour (max 6) to experience mountain gorillas in the Virunga Mountains of Rwanda.

Embark on an unforgettable expedition to track mountain gorillas and golden monkeys, in the rainforest of Rwanda. Visit a research centre set up by Dr. Dian Fossey, who spent 18 years studying gorillas in the Virunga Mountains with support from National Geographic, and get up close to these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Set out in search of the “big five”—lions, leopards, elephants, and Cape buffalo—while on safari in Akagera National Park, while learning about the incredible conservation efforts that brought this onetime battleground back from disaster.

These dates are now up to 25% off:

Dec 14-21, 2026 from $7274 CAD (was $9699 CAD)

Jan 4-11, 2026 from $7664 CAD (was $10219 CAD)

Feb 15-22, 2026 from $7759 CAD (was $9699 CAD)

Daily Itinerary

  • Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.

  • Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial and pay your respects to the victims of the 1994 Rwandan genocide, learning about this somber chapter of the country’s past. Later, embark on a community walk in the vibrant Nyamirambo neighbourhood and enjoy a local lunch at the G Adventures–supported Nyamirambo Women’s Centre. Travel to northern Rwanda in the afternoon and settle into our lodge, located at the edge of Volcanoes National Park and offering stunning views of the soaring peaks.

    Meals included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

  • Set out on a trek in lush, jungle-covered hills with a park ranger to track a unique and endangered species—the golden monkey. Observe these playful, curious creatures in their natural habitat; then visit the Ellen Degeneres Campus of the Karisoke Research Center, founded by National Geographic Grantee Dian Fossey. Visit the public exhibit and enjoy immersive activities, like a 360-degree theatre and replica of Dian Fossey’s original cabin before meeting with some of the organization’s gorilla experts. Hear their experiences and stories working for the largest gorilla conservation organization in the world, and have the chance to ask them questions.

    Meals included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

  • Embark on an unforgettable trek through the jungle alongside a park ranger to search for mountain gorillas. When we come across a group of gorillas, witness their fascinating social dynamics up close. Note that these treks can vary in length and difficulty depending on the location of the gorillas. Return to our lodge for lunch, followed by a visit to a local village to catch a glimpse of daily rural life.

    Meals included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

  • Head back to Kigali for lunch, then continue east to Akagera National Park. Armed conflict once devastated this part of Rwanda, and many years of neglect and misuse followed. Yet dedicated work by the local communities resulted in the return of wildlife to the park’s savannas, forested hills, and wetlands. Learn more about this fascinating conservation success story in a behind-the-scenes visit to the African Parks headquarters here. Later, check into our comfortable lodge overlooking stunning Lake Ihema.

    Meals included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

  • Wake before sunrise for an early morning safari drive in search of the “big five.” Keep an eye out for lions, buffalo, hyenas, and antelopes grazing freely here. Return to the lodge for lunch and some free time to relax or take a dip in the pool. In the afternoon, glide along Lake Ihema by boat, watching for hippos and crocodiles. Spot more wildlife, such as elephants and buffalo, as they gather at the lakeshore to drink water. Keep an eye out for a variety of birds including herons, shoebill storks, fish eagles, and kingfishers.

    Meals included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

  • Head out with a packed breakfast for our final safari drive in the early hours when animals are most active. Look for giraffes, gazelles, impalas, baboons, Butchel’s zebras, leopards, and lions. Later that morning, depart through the northern edge of the park and travel overland back to Kigali.

    Meals included:

    Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

  • Depart at any time. Departure transfers are included.

    Meals included:

    Breakfast

Inclusions

What's Included

  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Mountain Gorilla Conservation Sundowner Experience, Volcanoes National Park

  • Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Akagera National Park - Conservation and Community, Parc National de l’ Akagera

  • Your G for Good Moment: Nyamirambo Women's Centre, Local Lunch, Kigali

  • Arrival & departure transfer

  • All national park entrance fees

  • Genocide memorial entrance

  • Mountain gorilla trek with permits

  • Golden monkey trek with permits

  • Local village walk

  • Safari drives in Akagera National Park

  • Wildlife boat cruise on Lake Ihema

  • All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

    Accommodations

    Hotel/lodges – 7 nts.

    Meals

    7 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
    Allow USD80-105 for meals not included.

    Transportation

    4x4 safari vehicle, walking, hiking, boat.

    Staff & experts

    CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides, experienced gorilla trackers, park rangers.

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