Luxury Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda

Are you a luxury traveler planning an East African safari? Book and enjoy luxury gorilla trekking in Rwanda for a lifetime gorilla encounter guided by Superfine Safaris Limited.  Rwanda, “the land of a thousand hills,” is the perfect destination in Africa that offers exclusive luxury gorilla trekking experiences. The luxury gorilla trekking package in Rwanda comes with first-class accommodation services, transport, and other exclusive services. VIP gorilla trekking in Rwanda involves exploring more about the endangered mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park.

Luxury gorilla trekking in Rwanda offers an unforgettable trekking adventure where nature enthusiasts get to connect with the gentle giants and the lush rainforest. Immersion into the jungle in Rwanda brings you up close to the magnificent silverback gorillas and their family members. With our exclusive guide to VIP gorilla trekking in Rwanda, expect to enjoy exhilarating moments right from the thrilling treks via the vibrant natural vegetation to actual encounters with a family of these large apes, plus also other wildlife.

What is unique about luxury gorilla trekking in Rwanda?

VIP gorilla trekking in Rwanda provides unique and exclusive encounters in the natural environment. Visitors experience the state of exclusive travel with access to premium services. The priority of VIP gorilla trekking involves enjoying personalized services and enhanced accommodation, and at times, you have private gorilla group interactions.

Where to go for luxury gorilla trekking in Rwanda

Volcanoes National Park is the only destination in Rwanda where all gorilla treks are conducted, including luxury gorilla tours. Located in the Ruhengeri region of Northwestern Rwanda, Volcanoes National Park is a stunning protected area in the Virunga region. The park positioned itself as a luxury gorilla safari destination. Volcanoes National Park is a compact protected area with a land area coverage of 160 sq.km. The park protects up to 13 habituated gorilla groups and each is visited by a maximum of 8 (eight) guests per trekking session.

On the VIP gorilla trek tour, expect to visit gorilla groups such as Karisimbi (Susa B), Hirwa gorilla group, Sabyinyo gorilla family, Susa A, Kwitonda, Umubano gorilla family, and Amahoro group. Additional gorilla families to explore on VIP gorilla trekking in Rwanda include Agashya gorilla group, Bwenge, Igisha gorilla group, Isimbi, Pablo, Titus, and more.

Why choose Rwanda for luxury gorilla trekking

Rwanda is a number one destination when it comes to luxury or VIP gorilla trekking adventures. Here are some of the reasons why you should choose Rwanda for VIP gorilla trekking tours.

Accessibility

Volcanoes National Park is conveniently located within visitor reach from the heart of Kigali. It takes visitors between 2 and 3 hours to drive from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park. The convenient location of Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park makes it possible to plan a successful short VIP gorilla safari.

Infrastructural development

Rwanda has improved infrastructure ranging from the road network to accommodation options. Visitor connectivity from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park is assured by road and also air. When it comes to accommodation facilities, a myriad of luxury or VIP accommodation options are available for visitors’ overnight stays.

Safety & security

Rwanda is a safe and secure destination to explore gorillas. Rwanda has enjoyed decades of prevailing peace and security making it a preferred destination for gorilla trekking. It is possible to embark on a successful gorilla tour to Volcanoes National Park with the local expert. On the actual gorilla trekking, tourists are led by an experienced park ranger guide. The park ranger guides underwent thorough training and for a long, they have explored Volcanoes National Park. They are well-versed with the safe spots to find mountain gorillas. Besides, Volcanoes National Park is regularly monitored by the park rangers who work together with other security organs.

Habituated gorilla families

During the actual luxury gorilla treks, visitors get a chance to explore any one of the 13 habituated gorilla families. The available gorilla families in Rwanda are fully habituated and because of habituation, they can easily be explored by tourists. Visitors can have a peaceful interaction with gorilla families in Volcanoes National Park. The multiple habituated gorilla families present opportunities for many visitors to be involved in the thrilling adventure with mountain gorillas.

Best time to go for Luxury gorilla trekking in Rwanda

When planning any trip to Rwanda, it is essential to have a deep insight into when to embark on any adventure. To be honest enough, the dry season is the best period to track mountain gorillas. The dry season generally records low or no rainfall leaving the forest floor drier and the routes accessible.  The dry season often extends from June to September and these mark the long dry months of the year. The short dry months occur from December to February.

But it is possible to travel to Volcanoes National Park even around the wet or rainy months of the year. The wet months start from March to May then another phase runs from October to November. The advantage of these months is that the vegetation is abundant and stunning with gorillas kept around the nearby area considering the availability of forage.

The disadvantage of visiting Volcanoes National Park for VIP gorilla trekking is that expect to encounter muddy or slippery trails. Conditions like these make it a little challenging to navigate through the forest in search of gorillas.

Preparing for your VIP gorilla trekking adventure in Rwanda

Adequate preparation is required for you to have a successful trek with mountain gorillas. Therefore, the key areas of focus for any trekker on the Rwanda gorilla tour include physical fitness, what to pack, and understanding gorilla behaviors. To ensure that you are fit enough, you must undertake adequate training and this involves challenging yourself uphill. You may also consider consistent walking or cycling then lastly, embark on altitude training to get you acclimatized to tough hikes before the actual trek.

Packing –only essentials are needed and these should include long-sleeved shirts, a waterproof rain jacket, bottled water, a daypack, waterproof hiking boots, a safari hat, energy-giving snacks, long trousers, and gardening gloves. Other essentials include a pair of binoculars, a first-aid kit, a camera, insect repellents, sunglasses, a pair of socks, sunscreen, and others.

Before you embark on the actual trek with Rwanda gorillas, you should consider having insight into the guidelines. These include respecting a distance of about 8-10 meters from gorillas, avoiding littering the environment, a maximum of 1 hour must be kept away from gorillas, and avoiding drinking or eating in the presence of gorillas. Before embarking on the actual trek with mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, the park official will brief you about these dos and don’ts in detail.

What to expect during the VIP Rwanda gorilla trek?

A VIP gorilla trek in Rwanda involves walking through the natural forest and in varying landscapes in search of the family of gorillas. The entire trek can run for 2-6 hours but includes one hour for visitors to enjoy face-to-face with a group of mountain gorillas.

Other activities to do in Rwanda

Besides exclusive gorilla trekking adventures, Rwanda is also most popular for other enriching experiences, including game drives and boat cruises in Akagera, chimpanzee tracking & canopy walks in Nyungwe National Park. Golden monkey tracking, Volcano hiking, city tours, and cultural safaris.