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15 Best Kigali Treks

The routes worth the airfare.

The 15 kigali treks hikers rate above the rest. A tight shortlist of the routes people finish and immediately start planning to do again, with prices, trail times and the outfitters who run them.

15 Best Kigali Treks

3 Day Gorilla Trek at Bwindi National Park via Kigali - The Bwindi gate briefing: where your trek plan becomes real
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3 Day Gorilla Trek at Bwindi National Park via Kigali

1.3 Day Gorilla Trek at Bwindi National Park via Kigali

3-day gorilla trek from Kigali to Bwindi National Park, with permits and transfers included, small-group feel, and optional golden monkeys.

Most Popular 5.0

“We booked a 4-day tour with Bamboo Ecotours with the following itinerary: Kigali-Lake Kivu-Gorilla Trek @ Bwindi-Kisoro Coffee Tour. It was a big group of 7 of us, and we are really satisfied with the company and its staffs and definitely recomRead more”

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1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour In The Volcanoes National Park - The drive through northern Rwanda: hills, volcano country, and time to wake up
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1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour In The Volcanoes National Park

2.1 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour In The Volcanoes National Park

Private 1-day gorilla trek from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park: 4:30 a.m. pickup, Kinigi briefing, 2–5 hr hike, lunch.

5.0

“I had the privilege of going on a Gorilla Trek today with John as my guide, and it was an absolutely flawless experience from start to finish!”

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2 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda via Kigali - Crossing into Uganda via Cyanika and building momentum on day 1
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2 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari in Uganda via Kigali

Private Gorilla Trekking Transfer from kigali to Volcanoes N.Park - Meeting Kinigi Headquarters: Where Your Gorilla Day Gets Real
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Private Gorilla Trekking Transfer from kigali to Volcanoes N.Park

4.Private Gorilla Trekking Transfer from kigali to Volcanoes N.Park

Private 4:30am transfer Kigali to Volcanoes NP with English driver, lunch, bottled water, and smooth ride to Kinigi for gorilla trekking.

5.0

“Wonderful trip with Robertson, was lucky to be in the right place next to the trail and twice the Silverback and troop moved right passed me…..great trackers and guides. Ensure you have clothing that can withstand stinging nettles…..strong garden gloves and hiking boots that can grip with climbing will help”

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From Kigali: 1-Day Gorilla Trekking in Uganda - Getting From Kigali to the Park: the Early Drive and Border Stop
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From Kigali: 1-Day Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

5.From Kigali: 1-Day Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

One-day gorilla trekking from Kigali to Uganda’s Mghahinga National Park with private 4x4 transport, guided hike, and up to one hour face-to-face.

4.9

“That was an amazing experience!! I would recommend to everyone, especially to solo travelers. Super safe and comfortable trip! Special thanks to my guides/drivers Jefferson and Vincent!”

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3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari - Gorilla Trekking Day in Bwindi: The Trek Is Real, Then You Get One Focused Hour
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3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

6.3 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

3 days from Kigali to Bwindi for gorilla tracking, Batwa culture, and Lake Bunyonyi islands, with small groups and smooth transfers.

5.0

“Ronald, my driver was a Rockstar! From the moment he picked me up from my hotel, he was at my disposal for itinerary, visas between countries and delivery to and from Kigali.”

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1 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Tour - The Trek Through Volcanoes National Park: 1 to 8 Hours of Real Work
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1 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Tour

7.1 Day Gorilla Trekking Safari Tour

Private early-morning gorilla trekking from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park, with Jeep transport and permit included for one unforgettable hike.

5.0

“The experience was worth every penny and more. My guide Muhammad was exceptional. The ride to the gorillas, he answered my many questions about Rwanda with a friendly and enthusiastic nature.”

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Women-led Coffee Farm Trek - Getting started at Question Coffee Gishushu and why the small group matters
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Women-led Coffee Farm Trek

8.Women-led Coffee Farm Trek

Kigali women-led coffee farm trek with included lunch, hands-on coffee making lessons, and time at the Women’s Opportunity Center. Small group.

5.0

“After traveling to Kigali for a work conference, my colleagues and I decided to book this tour and I’m so glad that we did! It was truly a once in a lifetime experience and you shouldn’t hesitate to book! Our guide was friendly and inviting and did such a great job answering oRead more”

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Gorilla trekking &wildlife adventure in Rwanda - Price and logistics: what $7,687 covers, and what it doesn’t
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Gorilla trekking &wildlife adventure in Rwanda

9.Gorilla trekking &wildlife adventure in Rwanda

8 days of Rwanda wildlife from Kigali: gorilla and golden monkey trekking, chimp hikes in Nyungwe, Akagera game drives, and Lake Kivu time.

5.0

“I can't recommend Neza Safaris enough for anyone planning a trip to Rwanda. Whether you are looking to plan a safari/trek or just need shuttle service, Neza should be your first and only option. Lillian and Lucky are 5 Star!”

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1 Day Gorilla Trekking Uganda - Trek Day Details: Briefing, Armed Rangers, and the 2–6 Hour Search
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1 Day Gorilla Trekking Uganda

10.1 Day Gorilla Trekking Uganda

Private 4am Kigali transfer for a mountain gorilla trek in Mgahinga or Bwindi, with permits and lunch included, plus ranger tracking.

5.0

“That whole experience was amazing!! Katona Tours organized the trip perfectly, Innocent was a fabulous guide, he was knowledgeable about the forest, the Gorillaz, the process of tracking etc. I highly recommend Innocent as a guide when in Uganda and I definitely recommend the gorilla trek 👍🏿”

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One Day Gorilla Trekking Rwanda & Iby'iwacu Cultural Village - The 7:00am briefing: your gorilla rules start before you enter the forest
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One Day Gorilla Trekking Rwanda & Iby’iwacu Cultural Village

11.One Day Gorilla Trekking Rwanda & Iby’iwacu Cultural Village

One-day gorilla trekking from Kigali plus an ex-poachers village visit, lunch at Migano Cafe, and a 4x4 drive with WiFi.

5.0

“Ben, the guide, was amazing! He had such a cool vibe, and the music in the car set the perfect mood. We even stopped along the way to take photos of the Volcanoes—so thoughtful! He made sure the trek to see the gorillas was easy and wRead more”

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Gorilla trekking Transfer From Kigali

12.Gorilla trekking Transfer From Kigali

Private gorilla trekking day from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park with hotel pickup, lunch, and a guide. Permits extra.

4.5

“My friends and I did the gorilla trekking from Kigali & I have to say it is one of the most amazing experiences of my life. Our guide Rukundo was exceptional & I would highly recommend him for any guiding in Rwanda. He truly went above and Read more”

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2 Days Gorilla Trekking Uganda - Day 1 in Kigali: city tour, then the transfer that sets your trek up
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2 Days Gorilla Trekking Uganda

13.2 Days Gorilla Trekking Uganda

Two days from Kigali to Bwindi or Mgahinga for guided gorilla trekking, with private transfers, meals, and an overnight lodge.

5.0

“Arrived in Entebbe to be greeted by our guide Chris ( Gorilla Boy). Spent the night in a beautiful bed and breakfast Via Via. The following day we flew to Murchison Falls with Chris. Accommodations were beautiful. The following day we experiencRead more”

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Kigali: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park - The Journey to Musanze-Kinigi: More Than Just Driving
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Kigali: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

14.Kigali: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

Early pickup from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park for a full-day gorilla tracking trek, ranger briefing, and mountain gorilla encounters.

4.6

“Note that the Gorilla trekking itself is done by staff of the national park; this is about transport from Kigali to the park and back. My driver was called John, and he did a great job. He was on point on time, brought me safely to the park, organized everything for me there, and took…”

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8 Day Gorilla Trek, Wildlife Safari and Chimp Habituation Experience - Value check: what $3,674.47 buys (and what it doesn’t)
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8 Day Gorilla Trek, Wildlife Safari and Chimp Habituation Experience

15.8 Day Gorilla Trek, Wildlife Safari and Chimp Habituation Experience

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi plus chimp habituation in Kibale, with golden monkeys, lions, and a Kazinga Channel boat ride.

5.0

“Was picked up in entebbe and we drove to bwindi park to do the gorilla trekking was one of the best things i have done. The lodges were all excellent and the guide John was very professional and wonderful in all ways. Highly recommend bamboos ecotours”

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