DESCRIPTION

The Volcanoes National Park is notable for its steep terrain, lush forests, rivers, and sizable populations of other animals, housing 30% of the remaining mountain gorillas. The volcanoes national park’s principal attraction is gorilla trekking.

There are ten gorilla families living in the Volcanoes National Park, which are fully habituated, with a few others habituated solely for scientific research. The groups, or troops, consist of at least one silverback along with several females and youngsters.

Distance from Kigali to Volcano national park is about 120Km, around 2.5 hours driving from Kigali.

Detailed One Day Itinerary to Volcanoes National Park

The journey begins as early as 4 AM local time from Kigali City to Kinigi/Musanze to trek endangered mountain gorillas. We expect arrival to RDB Office Kinigi around 6:30AM for registration, allocation into groups and briefing from the park guide. We also advise you to be in good physical condition before starting the activity because it might be tough depending on the gorilla group you are assigned. Long sleeve shirts and pants, gaiters, hand gloves, rain jackets, and hiking boots are recommended for gorilla trekking.

PRICING

EXCLUSIVE: Alcohols, covid test, buy souvenirs, tips and donations, personal expenses.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Payment Policy

• 100% payment for the gorilla trek permits is required upon confirmation (US$ 1,500. – each);
• For the other servicers, 80% is also required at the time of booking. The balance or final payment of 20% is due at arrival in Kigali after checking in at the hotel;
• If the reservation is made within 45 days prior to the arrival date, full payment is required at the time of booking;
• In case payment is done by debit / credit card, additional fee of 3% is required;
• The copy of proof of payment required and sent to the company’s business email (info@thinkotours.com) in order to confirm the booking.

Cancellation Policy

In the event that you decide to cancel a trip after booking it, certain cancellation charges will be payable to our supplier as your payments are immediately used to obtain lodging, tours and services at the best rates.

You understand and accept when booking through us that you are bound by our supplier’s terms and conditions and accordingly any policies they may have on cancellation charges.

• Cancellation fee of 25% if the trip is cancelled less than 90 days prior to the arrival;
• Cancellation fee of 50% if the trip is cancelled less than 60 days prior to the arrival;
• Cancellation fee of 100% if the trip is cancelled less than 45 days prior to the arrival;
• Payment for Gorilla Permits is nonrefundable.