3 Days Volcanoes & Lake Kivu Adventures

In this trip you will meet and walk amongst a family of endangered mountain gorillas to spend an hour in the company of a remarkably gentle silverback gorilla is an encounter unlike any other.
Day 1: Private transportation to Volcanoes National Park - Golden Monkey trekking & Ellen DeGeneres Campus

Early 04.30am transfer to Volcanoes National Park and arrive at park headquarters at 07:00 and at 08:00 you will begin hiking through the forests to spend an hour with a troop of 40-100 playful golden monkeys who are jumping and running all around. They are very sprightly creatures, leaping from tree to tree which is really entertaining to watch as they get on with their daily activities.

Afternoon after lunch you will visit To visit Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund is to see gorilla conservation in action. Dinner and Overnight at Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge.

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking & Transfer to Lake Kivu - Sunset Kayaking

On arrival, everyone will be split into groups of up to 8 people – and maybe joined with other tourists – before being allocated a ranger. You will then drive a short distance to the start of the trail, from where you will trek in the forest for around 1-3 hours or so to meet the gorillas. When you find them, the hour you spend with these incredible primates is a true lifetime experience that you will never forget. To see – and walk amongst – a family of mountain gorillas is a wildlife encounter unlike any other on Earth. You’ll be so close to the individual gorillas. Boisterous adolescents will be misbehaving whilst playful children are constantly demanding the attention of their parents as aunts and uncles wander together in an extended family group under the watchful eye of the silverback. You may only be a visitor, but you will briefly be part of their family in a really remarkable way.

Private transportation to Gisenyi Lake Kivu. The journey is approximately 74 km and will take around 2 hours.

Meeting at 16:30 we spend about two hours exploring the coast near to the hotels, before heading back as dusk falls. We time our return so that - on the days that they are departing - we can witness the traditional fishing boats as they head off into the night, their crews singing rhythmically. One of the most spectacular events in Rwanda. Dinner and Overnight at Lake Kivu Serena Hotel.

Day 3: Mt Biking & Return to Kigali - Drop off

With a quality hard-tail mountain bike or e-bike, helmet and cycling gloves provided, you'll explore the Rwandan countryside on the many small tracks and trails that criss-cross the landscape.

You’ll pass through many small villages, where a traditional way of life flourishes. Friendly people will greet you at every turn, women will be selling their crops in small markets, sifting beans or grinding corn whilst both men and women will be working the fields. And with help from your experienced guide, as you meet with the local people, you’ll discover their great humour and local knowledge.

We have plenty of options available, so whether you're looking for an easy, moderate or challenging ride our guides will find the perfect ride for you.

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.