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Overview: 2 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safaris

This short Rwanda safari brings you face to face with mountain gorillas in the dramatic highlands of Volcanoes National Park. The journey begins in Kigali and moves through rolling hills and terraced slopes before you reach the park. The trek gives you a powerful hour with a gorilla family, leaving you with deep memories even on a tight schedule.

Tour Highlights

Detailed Itinerary: 2 Days Rwanda Gorilla Safaris

Pre-Departure & Travel Advice

Travellers departing from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) can connect to Kigali International Airport (KGL) via RwandAir, Ethiopian Airlines, Kenya Airways, or Emirates, with common layovers in Kigali, Addis Ababa, or Nairobi. The full journey typically takes 9–13 hours, depending on the transit time. Arriving in Kigali a day before the safari begins is strongly advised so you can rest, recover from the long flight, and enjoy a gentle introduction to Rwanda before crossing into Uganda.

Upon arrival in Kigali, you will be met by your safari guide for a seamless airport pick-up. Support with pre-tour hotel arrangements and any onward road or flight connections toward Bwindi or Mgahinga will be provided to ensure a smooth transition from your international flight into your gorilla trekking adventure.

Day 1: Kigali to Volcanoes National Park

Your guide meets you in Kigali. You drive north through small towns and terraced hills until you reach Musanze. The views become cooler and greener as you approach Volcanoes National Park.

You may stop for cultural or historical visits if time allows. You reach your lodge in the afternoon and rest. The evening stays easy so you can prepare for the next day’s gorilla trek.

Mid-range lodges:

Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking and Return to Kigali

You drive to the park headquarters for briefing. Rangers explain gorilla behaviour and assign groups. The trek begins on gentle ground and moves into thicker forest. The air cools as you climb.

You find the gorillas when the rangers guide you to the family. You watch the silverback, the mothers, and the playful young ones. The hour feels emotional and intense. This is the highlight of the safari.

After the trek, you return to your lodge for lunch. You later drive back to Kigali. The safari ends in the evening depending on how long your trek took.