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  • Do you offer 1 Day Gorilla tours? What is the tour cost for such a tour?
    Yes, we do! Especially for guests visiting Rwanda on short working holidays like conferences and conventions and the cost starts from 2099$ per person sharing.
  • Can I trek gorillas in Uganda while arriving through or starting from Kigali?
    Yes, one can trek Gorillas in Uganda but arriving through Kigali/ Kigali international airport.
  • Does Rwanda have the big five?
    Yes! Rwanda has the big five and you can enjoy a safari to view them in Akagera national park.
  • How far ahead should one book their Gorilla tour?
    It is highly advised that Gorilla trekking tours are booked way ahead especially since gorilla permits tend to sell out really fast, for example many guests/ agents book at least a year ahead!
  • Do you accept Visa card payments?
    Yes we do accept visa card / master card payments accordingly.
  • How much is a gorilla permit?
    Gorilla permits cost US $1500 per person for a single visit in Volcanoes national park- Rwanda.
  • Do you have French speaking tour guides?
    Yes we do, and in addition we also have Mandarin, English, German and Spanish speaking professional tour guides.
  • How much is a 3 days gorilla safari in Volcanoes national park?
    For a quote on such a safari kindly let us know the number of persons that will be doing the tour plus accommodation range?
  • How much is a one day safari to Akagera national park?
    Tour cost starts from US $558 per person and it is inclusive of transport in a 4x4 safari jeep, fuel, tour guide allowances, drinking water, boat ride, game drives,park entry fees, ranger guide fees, vehicle entry fees and lunch at Akagera game lodge by Mantis.
  • What is the age limit for visiting Chimpanzees?
    The age limit for visit Chimpanzees is 15 years old.
  • How much is a Chimpanzee trekking permit in Rwanda?
    The Chimpanzee trekking permit costs US $150 Plus US $100 as per park entry fees per person.
  • How long do we spend visiting Gorillas on a normal trek?
    Due to conservation, upon encountering the Mt gorillas visitors spend only a full hour with them with an observed distance while viewing them.
  • What is the best period to visit Gorillas in Rwanda?
    Gorilla trekking can be done any time all year round depending on the Gorilla permits availability, however most people prefer to visit during dry season which is June - Mid Oct and then plus Mid Dec to March.
  • What is the age limit for visiting Gorillas in Rwanda and Uganda?
    The age limit for visiting gorillas in both Rwanda and Uganda is 15 years old.
  • Where is Chimpanzee trekking done in Rwanda?
    Chimpanzee trekking is done in Nyungwe forest national park.
  • What is the driving distance from Kigali to Volcanoes national park
    It takes approximately 3 hours from Kigali city/ Kigali international airport to get to Volcanoes national park - park headquarters
  • How many days do I need to do a Primates tour in Rwanda?
    You will need at least 6 Days to do a primates tour in Rwanda and it includes Gorilla treks, chimpanzee trek, golden monkeys trek, colobus monkeys trek and a spectacular Kigali city tour, for prices on this tour please contact us for a quotation; osborn@rwandaecotours.com, info@rwandaecotours.com
  • How much is gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi national park- Uganda?
    Gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi national park costs US $800 Per person for normal trekking and US $1500 for gorilla Habituation experience permit per person.
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