Rwanda: Mountains, Gorillas & Wilderness

Stays of Distinction

Begin your stay in Kigali at The Retreat, blending modern elegance with authentic Rwandan warmth.
Explore Kigali’s history and culture on your way to Bisate Lodge near Volcanoes National Park.
Trek through misty bamboo forests for an extraordinary encounter with Rwanda’s mountain gorillas.
Experience Bisate’s reforestation and community projects, contributing to Rwanda’s conservation legacy.
Conclude your journey in Kigali, reflecting on the beauty and spirit of Rwanda’s highlands.

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55 Years of Expertise in Tailor-Made Travel

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55 Years of Expertise in Tailor-Made Travel

ExcellentBased on 5,282 Reviews

Trip Features

Epic Scenery

Showcases landscapes that elevate parts of the journey.

Unique Accommodation

Incorporates distinctive stays that add personality and memorable flair.

Wildlife Encounters

Offers chances to observe animals responsibly in their natural habitats.

Private Guided Experiences

Explore in the company of expert private guides.

Stays of Distinction

Trips that showcase unique and unforgettable accommodations worldwide.

Epic Scenery

Showcases landscapes that elevate parts of the journey.

Unique Accommodation

Incorporates distinctive stays that add personality and memorable flair.

Wildlife Encounters

Offers chances to observe animals responsibly in their natural habitats.

Private Guided Experiences

Explore in the company of expert private guides.

Stays of Distinction

Trips that showcase unique and unforgettable accommodations worldwide.

Trip Itinerary

At a Glance

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Arrive in Kigali

DAY

Kigali to Volcanoes National Park

DAY

Full Day Gorilla Trek

DAY

Depart from Kigali

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Trip Starts

Trip Stop

Trip Ends

Detailed Itinerary

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Arrive in Kigali

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Arrive Kigali

On arrival at Kigali Airport, you will be met by a Goway representative and then depart for Retreat Hotel, the rest of the day will be at leisure.

Your Accommodation

The Retreat Kigali

Discover a peaceful urban sanctuary at Hemingways Retreat Kigali, Rwanda’s first eco-conscious luxury boutique hotel. Nestled in the leafy Kiyovu neighbourhood, the hotel offers 20 individually styled rooms and suites featuring handcrafted Rwandan design and thoughtful, wellness-focused amenities. Its intimate atmosphere and quiet elegance provide a relaxing base for exploring Kigali’s colourful markets, cultural landmarks, and moving memorials. With a strong commitment to sustainability and the local community, every stay feels both meaningful and restorative. Whether beginning or concluding your Rwandan adventure, Hemingways Retreat Kigali invites you to pause, recharge, and connect with the city, its people, and Rwanda’s inspiring spirit.

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Kigali to Volcanoes National Park

Multi Day Tour

Kigali to Volcanoes National Park

After breakfast, transfer from the Retreat hotel to Bisate Lodge, the Kigali City Tour, and the Genocide Museum will be done en route.

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Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Bisate Lodge

Set beneath Rwanda’s magnificent Virunga volcanoes, Wilderness Bisate Lodge offers an unforgettable blend of eco-conscious luxury and immersive wildlife adventure. Just moments from Volcanoes National Park, this award-winning rainforest retreat is an exceptional base for trekking in search of endangered mountain gorillas. Its six architecturally striking forest villas draw inspiration from Rwandan royal heritage and offer sweeping views of Mount Bisoke, Karisimbi, and Mikeno. Beyond its distinctive design and serene setting, Bisate is deeply committed to conservation, reforestation, and community initiatives. Here, extraordinary comfort, meaningful travel, and one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife encounters come together beautifully.

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Full Day Gorilla Trek

Multi Day Tour

Gorilla Trek

This morning you will be collected and taken to the gorilla trekking base for your first trekking experience. An early morning transfer to trek into the forest, led by experienced trackers will bring you amongst a family of Mountain Gorillas. These massive primates are extremely rare. You will get The trekking may be fairly strenuous; up to six hours or longer is not uncommon, at relatively high altitudes. Please refer to the information sheet. Mountain Gorillas are wild animals, and such sightings cannot be guaranteed, however, the success rate is well over 90%.

Meal

Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast

Your Accommodation

Bisate Lodge

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Depart from Kigali

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Depart Kigali

After breakfast, you will be met at Reception by a representative and transferred to Kigali Airport for your departure flight. Please do not book any departing flights before 2:00 pm out of Kigali.

Meal

Breakfast

What to Expect

Explore what moves you.

Views from Bisate Lodge

Sleep time...

Volcanoes National Park

A Family of Mountain Gorillas

Female Mountain Gorilla

Know when to go.

Place

Conditions

Daily max temperatureMonthly rainfall

KigaliPartly Cloudy

29°C / 85°F

35mm / 1.4"

Weather data is based on monthly averages.

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What do the experts say?

Elise Umulisa

Destination Specialist

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Globetrotters should try to experience The Gorilla Naming Ceremony : Culturally, the naming of an infant is a big affair, and Rwanda has adopted the same cultural event with the New-born Mountain Gorillas, as way to highlight the need to protect these gentle giants that were on the verge of being hunted to extinction.

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Elise Umulisa

Destination Specialist

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Rwanda is always a surprise; especially for a 1st time visitor to Africa. The beautiful landscape (hills, mountains and rivers), is accentuated by the clean and organised infrastructure. Being a small country with shorter drives between parks, Rwanda offers superb photography experiences.

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Jodi Hartnell

Destination Specialist

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I love Rwanda’s stunning natural beauty, peaceful atmosphere, vibrant culture, and the unforgettable experience of meeting mountain gorillas in their lush habitat.

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