The 1-day Rwanda gorilla trekking tour is the best package for travelers with limited time but who want to trek the endangered gorillas.  If you are in Rwanda for a conference or meeting, be part of our customized 1-day gorilla tour to visit the endangered gorillas in Volcanoes National park. Silverback Gorilla Tour is your reliable guide on this 1 Day Rwanda gorilla tour, giving you the chance to meet up with the endangered gorillas in the shortest time possible

The short day gorilla trek is best done by travelers who are already in Rwanda or those who arrive very early in the morning. It involves early pick up from Kigali at around 4:aooam and a 2 and a half hours of driving to Volcanoes National Park. Just like in other gorilla trekking gorilla trekking days, the 1-day Rwanda gorilla trekking tour starts with briefing on the rules and regulations of gorilla trekking. The actual trek commences at 8:00 am and can last for between 2 to 5 h hours, depending on the location of the allocated gorilla family, Rwanda Gorilla Trekking

Trip highlight

Pick up & transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Mountain gorilla trekking & transfer to Kigali

Detailed Itinerary

Very early at 4:00 am, the driver guide from Silverback Gorilla Tour will pick you from either Kigali airport or your hotel or any agreed point in Kigali. After the meet and greet, embark on a 3 hours drive northwards, headed to Volcanoes National Park, home to the endangered gorillas. Assemble at Kinigi park headquarters, where you will be served a cup of coffee.

Register with the park wardens who will brief you on the rules and regulations of mountain gorilla trekking. In your groups of eight, set off on the hike into the bamboo forest searching for the allocated gorilla family. The search for gorillas starts at 8:00 am, and the actual time to spend in the jungle is not certain but ranges between 30 minutes to over 6 hours.

However, the allowed time with gorillas is strictly an hour from the moment you meet them. Be careful and enjoy every moment of this magical encounter. On a good day, you may see other wild animals that live in Volcanoes National Park. These include golden monkeys, Forest Elephants, African Buffalos, and colobus monkeys among others.  After spending an hour with the gorillas, hike down, receive your trekking certificate and drive back to Kigali

What is included in 1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour

• Mountain Gorilla Permit
• Full day driver guide
• Miscellaneous
• Packed Lunch
• Bottled drinking water
• Government taxes

Tips for 1 Day Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda

Often times many visitors wonder if it’s really possible to watch gorillas and be back to Kigali in time to catch your departure flight. Yes, it’s very much possible to watch gorillas in the Volcanoes National Park and be back to Kigali for your departure flight because Kigali to Volcanoes National Park is just about 2-3 hours drive on a very good road. The moment you come out from the forest, it is very necessary to depart at once.

What to Pack for a 1 day Rwanda Gorilla Tour?

Some travelers have asked whether they need to carry anything for the 1 day Rwanda gorilla trekking tour. The answer is YES. you must pack essentials for gorilla trekking on a day trip.  Some of the things you must carry include hiking gear,  waterproof boots, hand gloves, a rain jacket, hat, energy-giving snacks, and insect repellent, among others. You also need a walking stick and a porter if you want to have a less challenging gorilla trek