4 Days Rwanda Gorilla &Mount Bisoke Hike
Overview
Discover a once-in-a-lifetime Rwanda safari experience that combines thrilling Mount Bisoke hiking in the stunning Volcanoes National Park with gorilla trekking. Rare up-close encounters with endangered mountain gorillas are part of this 4-day Rwanda gorilla trekking and Mount Bisoke package, which also includes a strenuous but worthwhile walk to the summit of Mount Bisoke, which is crowned by a breathtaking crater lake.
The program, which is tailored for adventure and environment lovers, showcases the best of Rwanda, including its rich volcanic landscapes, renowned wildlife, and genuine cultural moments in the fabled Land of a Thousand Hills.
Join our professionally led Rwanda gorilla trekking tour to make your ideal journey a reality. To trek among giants in Rwanda’s misty volcanoes, reserve your spot now.
Brief itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali and transfer to Musanze
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking Adventure
Day 3: Mount Bisoke Hike
Day 4: Twin Lakes & Departure
Detailed itinerary:
When you arrive in Kigali, the quaint and energetic city of Rwanda, your 4-day Rwanda Gorillas and Mount Bisoke Hiking trip begins. Before embarking on a quick but informative city tour, our expert, English-speaking driver-guide will greet you pleasantly at the airport or your hotel. Highlights include a walk through Kimironko Market, where vibrant shops display local goods and daily Rwandan life, or a visit to the moving Kigali Genocide Memorial.
Later in the day, head north to Musanze, the entrance to Volcanoes National Park, via a picturesque 2.5-hour drive through Rwanda’s famous rolling hills and verdant tea plantations. After arriving, settle into your lodge, enjoy a peaceful meal, and rest up in preparation for the next amazing gorilla trekking adventure.
Arrive at the Volcanoes National Park headquarters in time for the 7:00 AM gorilla trekking briefing after waking up early for breakfast. You are assigned to one of Rwanda’s twelve habituated mountain gorilla families, such as Susa, Amahoro, or Sabyinyo, by knowledgeable park rangers during the orientation.
Once the gorillas are located, you can have a fantastic one-hour contact with them with your USD 1,500 Rwanda gorilla trekking permit. Trekking through thick bamboo forests, tall nettles, and a variety of alpine plants takes two to six hours on average. For about USD 20, helpful porters are available to help carry trekking equipment and make the climb easier.
Following breakfast, you head to the Bisoke trailhead for a quick instruction at 7:30 AM before starting your hike. The Mount Bisoke hike in Rwanda is a beautiful and fulfilling excursion that takes you through lush, deep forests and farmed farmlands that are home to a variety of bird species, monkeys, and vibrant butterflies.
A breathtaking crater lake awaits at the peak of Mount Bisoke, where the ascent usually takes four to five hours. Its mirror-like surface reflects the sky, producing an exceptionally serene and lovely scene. You may take in expansive views of nearby volcanoes and other natural landmarks from this location. Two to three hours are needed for the descent. Walking sticks are supplied for extra assistance, and gaiters are advised due to the possibility of muddy paths. Back at the lodge, a well-earned celebratory dinner marks the end of the day.
After enjoying a leisurely breakfast at the resort, select from a variety of morning activities. A two- to three-hour journey to Dian Fossey’s burial or a picturesque visit to the stunning Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo, known for their serene surroundings and breathtaking vistas, are two possible options.
You leave Musanze at 11:00 AM and make your way to Kigali International Airport in time for your flight in the afternoon or evening. Alternatively, based on your travel schedule, you might remain longer and continue to explore Rwanda.
What’s Included in Your 4 Days Rwanda Gorilla Tour
Safari Inclusion
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Mount Bisoke hiking permit
- Park entrance fees
- 3 nights accommodation (budget/midrange/luxury)
- All meals & bottled water
- Private 4×4 transport & driver-guide
- walking sticks
Safari Exclusion
- International flights
- Rwanda visa ($50) or East African Tourist Visa ($100)
- Tips, laundry, souvenirs
- Porters fee
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About Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park is 160 square kilometers of breathtaking volcanic landscapes inside the Virunga Mountain range, close to Musanze in northwest Rwanda. Protecting about half of the world’s estimated 1,063 surviving mountain gorillas, the park is Rwanda’s top location for mountain gorilla trekking and is a strong contender for UNESCO World Heritage status.In addition to gorillas, golden monkeys, forest elephants, and over 200 bird species can be seen in the park’s afro-montane forests and bamboo-covered hillsides. Renowned primatologist Dian Fossey, who currently resides at the Karisoke Research Center, spent eighteen years researching gorilla families in this park, which helped it earn international prominence.
In order to ensure that every gorilla hike in Volcanoes National Park helps both conservation and local livelihoods, 10% of park revenue is returned directly into the surrounding community. This speaks to the importance of sustainable tourism today.
Why Hike Mount Bisoke?
Mount Bisoke, also called Visoke, is one of the eight volcanoes that make up the Virunga range. It rises to 3,711 meters at the boundary between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Trekkers who complete the Mount Bisoke trip are rewarded with sweeping vistas of the Virunga chain, a stunning emerald-colored crater lake at the summit, and sporadic encounters with golden monkeys, buffaloes, and duikers.
This six to eight-hour round-trip volcanic trek in Rwanda is moderate to strenuous and passes through big lobelia zones and Hagenia woods. Bisoke is a great addition to gorilla trekking in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park since it is less strenuous than its towering neighbors, such as Mount Karisimbi, but yet offers a rewarding challenge that is manageable for a single day’s trip.
How well to be prepared for this safari
It’s crucial to be ready for shifting weather conditions on your four-day Rwanda Gorillas and Mount Bisoke Hike, as there will be cool mornings and evenings. Park rules are tightly enforced, trails are frequently muddy, and rain can fall at any time. To guarantee a comfortable and pleasurable experience, it is advised to train with one- to two-hour treks four to six weeks prior to the event, as a high degree of fitness is necessary.
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With confirmed permits, experienced local guides, and comfortable 4×4 safari vehicles, embark on a 4-day Rwanda Gorillas and Mount Bisoke Hike. To secure your spot and take in Rwanda’s remarkable wildlife and volcanic landscapes, get in touch with Maranatha Tours and Travel right now.
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Experience the ultimate Rwanda adventure safari with gorilla trekking and a thrilling Mount Bisoke hike Rwanda in the heart of Volcanoes National Park. This 4 days Rwanda gorillas and Mt Bisoke hike package combines intimate encounters with endangered mountain gorillas and a rewarding volcano summit trek to a pristine crater lake. Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and adventure seekers, this itinerary covers Rwanda gorilla trekking safari highlights, stunning volcanic landscapes, and cultura touches in the land of a thousand hills.
Join our Rwanda gorilla trekking tour package for a once-in-a-lifetime journey. secure your spot and trek with the giants today!
Brief itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali and transfer to Musanze
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking Adventure
Day 3: Mount Bisoke Hike
Day 4: Twin Lakes & Departure
Detailed itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Your 4 Days Rwanda Gorillas and Mount Bisoke Hike begins upon landing in Kigali, beautiful city of Rwanda. Our English-speaking driver-guide meets you at the airport or hotel. He takes you on a a quick Kigali city tour. You visit the moving Kigali Genocide Memorial or vibrant Kimironko Market for local crafts.
By midday, embark on a 2.5-hour drive north through rolling hills and tea plantations to Musanze, gateway to Volcanoes National Park. Upon there, check into your lodge, enjoy dinner under the stars, and rest for tomorrow’s gorilla trek.
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Rise early for breakfast, then be transfered to volcanes national park headquarters for a 7 AM gorilla trek briefing. Here, rangers assign you to one of 12 habituated Rwanda gorilla family groups such as Susa, Amahoro, or Sabyinyo.
The Rwanda gorilla trekking permit costing $1,500 grants you one hour with the troop once located. Volcanies national park treks range 2–6 hours taking you through bamboos and nettles, and other different plant species. porters costing $20 are readily available to help you with the gorilla trekking gear.while there, Capture memories as the gorilla family interacts.
After 1 hour of observaion, you return to lodges for lunch, then relax or join an optional visit to Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village for traditional dance and crafts.
Day 3: Mount Bisoke Hike
After breakfast,you head to the Bisoke trail head for a 7:30 AM simple briefing and then start on your hike. The Mt Bisoke hike Rwanda takes you through farmlands and dense forests featuring different eye catch wildlife species such as monkeys, butterflies, different bird species, among others offering a rewarding experience. After about 4 to 5 hours of hiking, you will reach the mount bisoke summit. its mirror-like surface reflecting the sky makes this place very beatiful. Here you have splendid vieews of other surrounding volcanoes, and other different attractions.
You descend in 2–3 hours. As Muddy trails are common, we advise you to wear gaiters and walking sticks are provided. Celebrate with dinner back at the lodge.
Day 4: Return to Kigali – Departure
Savor a leisurely breakfast. Some of the morning activities to enjoy include a two to three hours hike to Dian Fossey’s tomb, exploring the stunning Twin Lakes, Burera & Ruhondo .
You willl depart Musanze by 11 AM to catch your afternoon or evening flights at Kigali international airport or enjoy an extended stay according to your travel plans.
Inclusions and exclusions
Includes:
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Mount Bisoke hiking permit
- Park entrance fees
- 3 nights accommodation (budget/midrange/luxury)
- All meals & bottled water
- Private 4×4 transport & driver-guide
- walking sticks
Excludes:
- International flights
- Rwanda visa ($50) or East African Tourist Visa ($100)
- Tips, laundry, souvenirs
- Porters fee
About Volcanoes National Park
Nestled in northwestern Rwanda near the town of Musanze, Volcanoes National Park spans 160 square kilometers of dramatic volcanic terrain along the Virunga Mountains. This UNESCO World Heritage candidate is the premier destination for Rwanda gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, protecting roughly half of the world’s remaining 1,063 mountain gorillas.
The park’s bamboo-clad slopes and afro-montane forests also shelter golden monkeys, forest elephants, and over 200 bird species. Its global fame stems from primatologist Dian Fossey, who studied gorilla families here for 18 years and is buried at the Karisoke Research Center. Today, sustainable tourism funds 10% of park revenues directly into local communities, making every Volcanoes National Park gorillas trek a conservation victory.
Why Hike Mount Bisoke?
Mount Bisoke also spelled Visoke, stands at 3,711 meters on the Rwanda–DR Congo border, one of eight Virunga volcanoes. The Mount Bisoke hiking experience rewards trekkers with a emerald-green crater lake at the summit, panoramic views of the Virunga chain, and potential sightings of buffaloes, duikers, and golden monkeys.
The moderate-to-strenuous Rwanda volcano adventure takes 6–8 hours round trip, climbing through Hagenia woodlands and giant lobelia zones. Unlike steeper neighbors like Karisimbi, Bisoke offers a challenging yet achievable day hike, this is perfect to pair with gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda.
How well to be prepared for this safari
To fully enjoy the 4 Days Rwanda Gorillas and Mt Bisoke Hike, prepare for variable weather conditions ranging from cool mornings and evenings. Expect rain anytime, muddy trails, and strict park rules. Fitness matters therefore train with 1–2 hour hikes 4–6 weeks prior.
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Embark on the 4 days Rwanda gorillas and Mt Bisoke hike with guaranteed permits, expert local guides, and comfortable 4×4 transport.
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