Book this 2-day Rwanda Gorillas and Bisoke Crater Hike Tour for gorilla trekking and a volcano hike in one trip.
This tour combines gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park with a hike up Mount Bisoke, one of Rwanda’s spectacular Virunga Volcanoes. Both activities require good physical condition and an early start each day.
The tour begins with an early morning departure on the first day for a briefing at the park offices by 07:00 hrs, followed by the ascent of Mount Bisoke. The second day starts with another morning briefing, this time for gorilla trekking.
2-Day Rwanda Gorillas & Bisoke Hiking Tour Highlights
- 2-day safari in Rwanda with gorilla trekking and a Mount Bisoke hike
- Early morning transfer from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
- Park briefing before starting the Mount Bisoke hike
- Guided hike to the Bisoke crater with park rangers
- View the crater lake at the summit of Mount Bisoke
- Overnight stay near Volcanoes National Park
- Morning briefing at Kinigi headquarters before gorilla trekking
- Guided forest walk to search for mountain gorillas
- Spend one hour observing the gorillas and taking photos without flash
- Receive a gorilla trekking certificate after the activity
- Transfer back to Kigali International Airport for departure
Brief 2-Day Rwanda Gorillas & Bisoke Hiking Tour Itinerary
- Day 1: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park and Bisoke Crater Hike
- Day 2: Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Departure
Detailed 2-Day Rwanda Gorillas & Bisoke Hiking Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park and Bisoke Crater Hike
Early morning pick up from your location and transfer to Volcanoes National Park in Musanze. Attend the morning briefing before heading to the starting point of the Bisoke crater hike. The hike takes 2 to 4 hours to ascend and about 2 hours to descend, depending on your physical fitness. At the summit, marvel at the 400-meter-wide crater and capture breathtaking views.
Day 2: Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Departure
Enjoy an early breakfast and head to the park headquarters in Kinigi for a briefing before starting the gorilla trekking adventure in the jungle. Trekking duration ranges from 2 to 8 hours, including a magical one hour encounter with mountain gorillas.
After gorilla trekking, return to the park headquarters for your gorilla trekking certificates. Transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable safari experience.
Book this 2-Day Rwanda Gorillas and Bisoke Crater Hike Tour today and combine mountain gorillas with a Virunga volcano summit.
