1 Day Gorilla Trekking Rwanda Itinerary | GoSilverback Safaris.

Brief Overview

Experience Rwanda’s ultimate wildlife thrill with GoSilverback Safaris.’s exclusive 1 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Volcanoes National Park.

Perfect for time-conscious travelers, this intensive day trip delivers a magical 1-hour encounter with endangered mountain gorillas, led by RDB-certified expert guides.

Depart Kigali early, trek with silverback families, and return by evening—safe, sustainable, unforgettable.

Duration: 1 Day (12-14 hours total)
Location: Volcanoes National Park, Musanze District
Group Size: Max 6 for personalized service
Best For: Solo travelers, couples, short-stay visitors
Price: From $1,800/person (includes $1,500 gorilla permit)

Detailed 1 Day Gorilla Trekking Itinerary

04:30 AM – Departure from Kigali

GoSilverback Safaris 4×4 picks you up from your Kigali hotel or airport.

Enjoy a scenic 2.5-hour (120km) drive through Rwanda’s rolling terraced hills and tea plantations.

Coffee/tea served en route with volcano views.

Safety briefing covers 7m distancing rules, no-flash photography, and health protocols.

07:00 AM – Arrive Musanze & Park Headquarters

Quick registration at Volcanoes NP HQ.

Receive gorilla family assignment (e.g., Kwitonda or Susa A group with dominant silverbacks).

Expert guide briefing details trek (1-6 hours moderate terrain), weather, and wildlife spotting tips.

Collect trekking certificate.

08:00 AM – Commence Gorilla Trekking

Drive 15-45 minutes to trailhead.

Begin guided hike through bamboo forests and steep slopes with porters available ($15 optional).

Duration varies by gorilla location—spot fresh tracks, dung, nests.

Rangers track via radio collars.

10:00 AM – Magical Gorilla Encounter

Highlight: Spend 1 unforgettable hour with a silverback-led family (5-30 members).

Witness chest-beating displays, infant play, foraging—stay 7m minimum.

Capture ethical photos (no flash).

Guides explain behaviors, silverback dominance.

12:00 PM – Return Trek & Picnic Lunch

Descend to vehicle for gourmet picnic lunch in rainforest clearing—fresh Rwanda cuisine, juices, fruits.

Relax, share photos, receive trek debriefing.

01:30 PM – Scenic Return to Kigali

2.5-hour drive back with photo stops at Virunga viewpoints.

Arrive Kigali ~04:30 PM for hotel/airport drop-off.

digital photo album and conservation certificate.

What’s Included

•  4×4 transport from/to Kigali

• $1,500 Gorilla Trekking Permit (limited availability)

• Expert English/French RDB-certified guide + ranger

• Park fees, bottled water, picnic lunch

• All equipment (rain ponchos, walking sticks)

• Comprehensive travel insurance coverage

• 24/7 GoSilverback Safaris support

What’s Excluded

• International/domestic flights

• Tips for guides/porters ($10-20/person recommended)

• Personal drinks, alcoholic beverages

• Optional porter hire ($15)

• Travel/medical insurance (strongly recommended)

• Accommodation in Kigali

Book Now—Limited daily permits! GoSilverback Safaris guarantees the safest, most immersive 1-day gorilla experience.

Contact us for 2025 dates.

Your trek directly funds patrols boosting populations to 1,500 by 2030. Safe travels!