Luxury gorilla trekking safari in Rwanda

In early 2017 the Rwandan government doubled the cost of gorilla trekking permits from $750 to $1,500 in a move which initially proved to be controversial and was met with dismay within the tourism sector. However, the move was part of an attempt to provide greater benefit to the local economy, while limiting the amount of tourism into the region. Parc National De Volcans (Volcanoes National Park) – part home to Rwanda’s Virunga Mountains and possibly the best place in the world for mountain gorilla trekking – is Africa’s oldest park and as such makes for an extraordinary experience.
In this park, experienced ranger guides take travellers through the jungle to explore some of its outstanding attractions. This day, you may choose to go for a second optional gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Other optional activities are available as well around the park Luxury Gorilla Trekking Rwanda including trail walks, Batwa community walks or choose to stay at the lodge and enjoy your stay there. This 4 Day Uganda gorilla safari from Kigali is meant for those people interested in trekking mountain gorillas twice in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park but are starting in Rwanda.

They leave in families led by a dominant silverback, who heads the movement to the next destination within the forest where a night is spent; only the strongest hold the price and rank. Hooting, feeding, and playing is what any tracker will not need to miss as you find these gentle creatures, who can predict what family drama will unfold as you watch the creatures. Magical Gorilla Adventures Limited is a gorilla trekking company and specialist with lots of committment for sustainable tourism and respect for the environment. A portion of our profit goes towards planting trees and giving back to local communities.

We as well have different gorilla trekking safari packages ranging from budget, mid-range to luxury options that we can book for you including the gorilla permits. Feel free to checkout our trip advisor reviews and read from a community of happy satisfied clients. With us, you can be rest assured of a memorable Uganda safari holiday. We are devoted to providing excellent service and customer satisfaction.

Send us a quick enquiry about your travel desires and we shall help you plan appropriately and in time. Do you want an unforgettable safari holiday in Uganda or any East African country at the most affordable prices? Finally, after a relaxed breakfast, your guide will be ready waiting to transfer you back to Kigali for your drop off hence the end of your 3-Day Rwanda Luxury Gorilla Tracking safari. With granite boulder shorelines, dense island rainforests and vibrant coral reefs, our Seychelles luxury trips are hard to beat for an island getaway. A volcanic island off the east coast of Africa, Mauritius has long lured travelers to its pristine beaches and sapphire waters. It literally has it all – world class wildlife encounters, pristine beaches, buzzing cities and epic thrills.

Some of the habituated gorilla groups that are regularly visited in Bwindi include Mubare, Rushegura, Bitukura, Nshongi, Nkuringo, Bweza, among others. Gorilla tours in Bwindi take place in four different sectors of the park namely; Rushaga, Ruhija, Buhoma and Nkuringo with gorilla permits allocated to visitors bearing one of these sectors. This is done to ensure responsible tourism in the park and reduce human interference and pressure on some gorilla groups more than others. Many travellers visit Bwindi to trek mountain gorillas via Kigali – Rwanda since it is a shorter distance to reach the park than coming from Kampala or Entebbe International Airport in Uganda. Gorilla tours are also done in Mgahinga gorilla national park though not as common as in Bwindi since the park has got only one  gorilla family. Mgahinga is majorly visited by travellers who want enjoy another primate experience of golden monkey tracking due to the huge presence of the species in this park.

The whole point of this aims to grow the number of the animal population. For anyone fascinated by conservation issues, this tour should be on their wish list. We also put on your luxury tour itinerary, a chimpanzee trek in Nyungwe National Park. You’ll venture off-trail with expert guides who know exactly where to seek out these elusive and engaging animals. Standing in the middle of an African jungle with the howling of chimpanzees echoing around you within the canopy is an unforgettable experience.

This has helped in contributing to community amenities like constructing schools, hospitals, clean water, and local business development. Each day, ranger guides spend time in the forest to ensure Gorilla trekking is safely done. Before trekking, rangers go for tracking where they keep track of where the gorillas are spending their day and therefore tourists can be guided to see them.

Their relationships were so dynamic and engaging that it was difficult to keep taking pictures – eventually we put our cameras away and simply watched. The hour felt like mere minutes, and after bidding farewell to the family, we enjoyed packed sandwiches before hiking back down the mountain. The lodge puts guests as close as possible to the breathtaking wilderness of Volcanoes National Park and the magnificent gorillas that live there. This is Singita’s newest property (opened in 2019), and like all Singita lodges it perfectly balances authenticity and luxury. Suites are done in wood and stone, with Rwandan handicrafts and one-of-a-kind artworks tastefully displayed throughout. Heated plunge pools, in-suite massage tables, indoor and outdoor fireplaces – there’s nothing unaccounted for.

In case you are flapping out on a once life adventure, you must then stay here, it’s also a one hour drive from the park entrance in Kinigi. Each of the gorilla family can be visited for one hour per day, with in Uganda, there is a off peak discount in April, May and November, and also these are both bookings in advance. There is also a minimum age requirement of 15 years to track the gorillas in both Uganda and Rwanda. Visit Uganda's hot spots, top rated national parks and explore the gifts on nature, the people and culture of Uganda. Chris Webster is a Senior Travel Advisor with The Luxury Travel Agency.

Back then, the German explorer Captain Von Berenge was hiking the Rwanda side of Mountain Sabyinyo when he and his friends saw a group of mountain gorillas. These killed two of them and them and recovered one of the bodies that included a young male gorilla of five years and this was bigger than what the Germans had ever seen. Some of these animals’ remains were sent to Europe for the analysis, where they were recognised as a new species. It’s also known that mountain gorillas and human beings share 98% of the same genomic material. The male mountain gorillas can grow to six feet tall and also weighs between 350 to 500 pounds.

There is nothing more magical, nor more privileged in terms of African wildlife experiences than a gorilla trekking and safari tour. If contemplating a grand tour of Africa, then coming upon these gently grazing giants in their natural, jungle domain, would be an unmissable highlight. The cost of a gorilla trekking permit in Rwanda is USD1500 for foreign non-residents, foreign residents, and East African nationals. Those intending to do gorilla trekking in Rwanda have the choice to either arrange everything by themselves or work with us on one of the Rwanda gorilla trekking tour packages we offer. Discover the gorilla trekking safari of your dreams in the magical, cloud-draped mountains of Rwanda and Uganda. Watch in awe as these endangered creatures emerge from the trees and approach near enough to touch, interacting with each other in their natural jungle habitat.