• Volcanoes National Park Rwanda - A transfer, starting and ending in Kigali

SIMPLE ITINERARY:

Begin the day early by ordering breakfast while waiting for the driver to arrive. An Afri Safaris driver guide will transport you to the RDB headquarters in Kinigi for a briefing at 7:00 am. This briefing is crucial as it is where you will meet other tourists and the Rangers who will guide you into the forest. The briefing covers various topics, with the most important being how to behave around the golden monkeys, what to expect, and what to bring along while tracking the golden monkeys. You will be assigned a golden monkey group based on your overall fitness and age, as some groups are located deeper in the forest, requiring more hours of trekking. Porters are available to assist with extra luggage. Park Rangers will lead you into the forest to track the primates. Trekking takes between 2 to 5 hours.

After an hour of observing the golden monkeys, the guide will be waiting for you at the starting point.

• Iby’iwacu Cultural Village - After golden monkey trekking, you will be transferred to Iby’iwacu Cultural Village. Iby’iwacu Cultural Village is a community of former poachers who previously hunted gorillas due to poverty but have now ceased poaching. The Iby’iwacu Cultural Village is one of Rwanda’s leading cultural attractions. The village showcases all of Rwanda’s cultural traditions, people, and history in one place for display and personal experience. International visitors can see what life was like in a typical African village setting – the lifestyle, houses, traditional dances, dress code, food, herbs, and the organization of ancient kingdoms. Tourists have the opportunity to learn ancient hunting skills, try weaving baskets/mats, and carpentry. This unique experience has captivated many visitors who wish to immerse themselves in the culture of Rwanda’s native community after seeing gorillas. The village offers opportunities to purchase local crafts, gifts, and souvenirs to share with friends back home.

• Lunch, Coffee & Water
• Iby’iwacu Cultural Village fees
• Golden Monkeys Trekking Certificate by Afri Safaris
• Private Transport: 4x4 Safari vehicle, 4x4 Land Cruiser
• Professional driver guide by Afri Safaris
• Golden Monkeys Permit Rwanda when opted
• Pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Kigali City

• • Golden Monkeys Permit fee when not opted. And must be purchased once booking is confirmed.
• • Tips • Porter fees •Personal expenses • Everything else not mentioned in the inclusions

Join Afri Safaris for an unforgettable journey into Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, where you can meet the rare and lively Golden Monkeys, exclusive to the misty Virunga Mountains. This exhilarating one-day trip is ideal for those with limited time who still seek remarkable wildlife encounters. Observe these inquisitive, golden-furred creatures as they frolic through the bamboo forests in one of Africa’s most diverse ecosystems.

Begin your extraordinary day with an early departure from Kigali, enjoying a scenic 2–2.5 hour drive. Travel in style and comfort with our top-notch 4×4 safari vehicles, featuring Wi-Fi connectivity to stay connected with loved ones and the world, along with onboard power charging systems to keep your devices fully charged throughout your journey.

Enhance your experience with an optional visit to the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund or the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village, a community of former poachers celebrating Rwandan culture and conservation.

Perfect for nature enthusiasts, photographers, and adventurers.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.