For anyone already in Kigali for business or a stopover, Volcanoes National Park is close enough for a genuine weekend gorilla trek without needing extra vacation days.
Trip Highlights
Friday-to-Sunday Shape
Structured to fit around a typical work week.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 (Friday): Kigali to Musanze
An after-work or early-morning drive to Musanze.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: A lodge in Musanze
Day 2 (Saturday): Gorilla Trekking
The core trekking day.
Meals: Full board
Accommodation: A lodge in Musanze
Day 3 (Sunday): Return to Kigali
A relaxed morning before the drive back to Kigali.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: None (departure day)
What’s Included
Gorilla permit, road transfers, two nights of lodging.
What’s Not Included
International flights, visa fees, tips and gratuities, drinks and personal extras, and travel insurance.