Morning:
Transfer from Kigali to Musanze: Begin your journey with a 2.5-hour scenic drive from Kigali to Musanze, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park.
Check-In at Accommodation: Relax and enjoy the serene surroundings of your lodge.
Lunch:
Enjoy a meal at your lodge or a local restaurant, such as La Paillotte in Musanze.
Afternoon:
Optional Activity:
Visit the Twin Lakes (Burera and Ruhondo): Take a guided walk or boat ride to explore these stunning volcanic lakes.
Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village: Immerse yourself in Rwandan traditions with music, dances, and storytelling by local communities.

Evening:
Dinner and Relaxation: Dine at your lodge and prepare for the next day's adventure.
Accommodation Options:
Luxury: Virunga Lodge or Bisate Lodge
Mid-Range: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel or Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Budget: La Palme Hotel or Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge.

Early Morning:
Breakfast: Enjoy an early breakfast at your lodge.
Gorilla Trek Briefing: Arrive at the park headquarters by 7:00 AM for a briefing by park rangers. Learn about trekking protocols and be assigned to a gorilla family.
Morning Activity:
Gorilla Trekking Adventure: Embark on a trek through the dense rainforest to find the mountain gorillas. The trek may last 2-6 hours, depending on the location of the gorilla family. Once you find them, spend a magical hour observing their behavior in the wild.
Lunch:
Enjoy a packed lunch provided by your lodge or the trekking team.
Afternoon:
Return to Kigali: After freshening up at your lodge, drive back to Kigali (approximately 2.5 hours).
Optional Stop: Visit a local market or the Kigali Genocide Memorial if time allows.
Evening:

Departure or Overnight Stay:
For those departing, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your flight.
For those staying longer, check in at a Kigali hotel such as Kigali Serena Hotel or Heaven Boutique Hotel.