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Rwanda 3 Days Gorilla Tracking
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Overview
3 days in Rwanda including
- 1 day of gorilla tracking
- 2 nights lodging
- City tour of Kigali and Genocide Memorial
- Airport transfers
itinerary
DAY 1: Arrival and transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Meet and greet at the Airport by the local guide. Depending on arrival time, visit Kigali city which includes the Genocide Memorial at Gisozi.
Transfer to Kinigi at the foothills of Volcanoes National Park (Kinigi) for dinner and overnight. (L-D)
Genocide Memorials: In Rwanda, there are Memorials to remember the genocide of 1994 all over the country. The most important Genocide Memorials are those of Kigali (Gisozi) and Murambi (Gikongoro) where the history of the genocide is explained. A visit to the genocide memorial is for most visitors an emotional event.
DAY 2: Gorilla trekking, Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
After breakfast, depart for the headquarters of the Park where the guide will accomplish the necessary formalities. Meet the ranger guide(s) for a briefing about the greatest animal experience ever. Drive to the slopes of one of the Virunga volcanoes for gorilla trekking.
After the trekking, if time allows, lunch at Ruhengeri and in the afternoon an excursion to explore the beautiful lakes in the region (Lake Bulera and Ruhondo). (B-L-D)
DAY 3: Kigali visit and Departure
Pick up from the hotel, and depending on the departure time, there will be a Kigali city trip including the visit of the Genocide Memorial centre at Gizozi. Transfer to the Airport for departure. (B-L)
pricing
2009-2010 Tour price per person in U.S. dollars land only:
| LODGING: | Price Per Person | Single Occupancy |
| Budget (2-star): | ||
| Standard (3-star): | ||
| Virunga (4-star): | ||
| Sabyinyo (5-star): |
- ADD $515/PERSON/DAY FOR THE GORILLA PERMIT
- Minimum 2 people
Tour Includes: Airport transfers, accommodation, all meals, plenty of mineral water, the services of a driver-guide, all park and entry fees, all activities as per itinerary.
Excludes: Airline ticket, beverages, tips for your gorilla guide ($10 local currency), tips for your driver/guide, visas, porters to help carry gear ($10 local currency), and personal expenses.
Low Season:
- 10% off March, April, May, and November for Budget, Standard, and Virunga hotels.
Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge:
- Priced for high season (December 15-31 and July 16-October 31)
- Contact us for mid-season and low-season discounts.