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Beachfront with palm trees and thatched roof huts, clear blue water.
Scenic view of a tropical beach with clear blue water, partial sandbank, palm fronds in the corner, and a stone retaining wall on the right.
Outdoor brunch buffet setup with glasses, pitchers of water and juice, cereal jars, and bowls on a rustic counter.
Rustic bathroom with double sinks, wooden countertop, and mirror under a thatched roof. Towels hang on a rod, and decorative niches are on the wall. Natural light filters through the ceiling.
Woman relaxing on a swing bed with a cup of tea next to a seaside view
Group of people practicing yoga outdoors near a large tree
A rustic beachfront hut with a thatched roof surrounded by lush palm trees and greenery, positioned next to turquoise water and stone steps leading to the shore.
Group of people sitting in a blue open-top utility vehicle parked under a large tree.
Tropical beach scene at sunset with a thatched-roof hut, palm tree, sandy shore, and calm ocean waters under a purple sky.
Beachfront view with a thatched-roof cabana, swing bed, and ocean at sunset.
Rustic bedroom with a thatched roof, featuring a bed with white linens and a mosquito net, wooden furniture, a vanity table, and woven floor mat.
Tropical room with thatched roof, wooden furniture, and open windows with curtains; view of a garden outside.
Aerial view of a tropical island with sandy beaches, lush greenery, and turquoise water.
Silhouette of a person meditating on the beach during a sunset, with orange and yellow hues reflecting off the water and clouds in the sky.
Person practicing yoga in plow pose under palm trees on a sandy beach.
Evening beach scene with palm trees, a bonfire, chairs, and a thatched hut.
Woman in white dress walking through lush greenery
Sailboats on a calm water body during sunset, with an orange-pink sky and scattered clouds.
Three people walking on a sandy path under palm trees towards a thatched-roof building.
View from inside a thatched-roof hut looking out to a sandy beach lined with palm trees.
Beach scene with palm leaves in foreground, sandy shore, and calm ocean in background under blue sky.
Bowls of tomato salad and greens on a table with a decorative tablecloth and a plant in the background.
Four women standing on a log with a scenic background, wearing summer dresses and casual clothing, smiling, and posing for a black and white photograph.
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A Bucket-List Experience

Gorilla Trekking

There are only around 1,063 mountain gorillas left on Earth. To sit quietly among them in their ancient forest home is one of the most moving wildlife encounters you will ever have. The hike through dense bamboo and cloud forest can take one to four hours each way. A moderate level of fitness is recommended.

~1,063
Mountain gorillas remaining
96
Permits issued daily
1 hr
With the gorilla family

Everything You Need

What’s Included

Stay & Dining

  • 3 nights luxury private suite
  • All meals daily
  • Premium wines, spirits & liqueurs
  • Wine tastings
  • Cooking lessons in interactive kitchen

Wellness & Yoga

  • Daily yoga sessions
  • Guided wellness classes
  • Gorilla trekking permit(s)
  • Pre-trek briefing & Conservation Room
  • Comfort kits for trekking

Logistics & Extras

  • Return transfer from Kigali
  • Driver guide & vehicle for entire stay
  • Gear Room access
  • Packed lunches & snacks
  • Akarabo Nursery visit & tree planting
  • Laundry & complimentary WiFi

Secure Your Place

Investment & Booking

One Gorilla Trek

$14,707

per person

Includes 1 gorilla trekking permit plus all accommodation, meals, drinks, transfers, yoga & wellness.

Two Gorilla Treks

$16,207

per person

Includes 2 gorilla trekking permits plus all accommodation, meals, drinks, transfers, yoga & wellness.

50% non-refundable deposit required to secure your space

Gorilla permits are limited and sell out. Your deposit allows us to secure permits immediately. Passport details are required at the time of booking.

Before You Travel

Preparing for Your Journey

What to Pack

  • Sturdy waterproof hiking boots (broken in)
  • Long-sleeved shirt & trousers for trekking
  • Waterproof jacket or poncho
  • Garden gloves for gripping vegetation
  • Daypack for water and camera
  • Warm layers for altitude
  • Sunscreen, hat & insect repellent
  • Comfortable clothing for yoga

Health & Travel

  • Valid passport (6+ months validity)
  • Rwanda visa (on arrival or via irembo.gov.rw)
  • Yellow fever certificate required
  • Hepatitis A & B, typhoid, tetanus recommended
  • Malaria prophylaxis recommended
  • Comprehensive travel insurance essential

Good to Know

  • Altitude: 2,500m / 8,200ft
  • Currency: Rwandan Franc (USD accepted)
  • Language: Kinyarwanda, English, French
  • Time zone: CAT (UTC+2)
  • December: warm days, cool evenings
  • Keep 7m distance from gorillas at all times
  • No flash photography during treks

The Finer Details

Practical Information

Getting There

We collect you from Kigali on December 6. The drive to the lodge takes approximately 2.5 hours through stunning scenery. Return transfer to Kigali departs December 9 at 11am from the lodge.

Arriving Early

We strongly recommend arriving in Kigali at least one night before to avoid disappointment with flight delays. We also highly recommend visiting the Kigali Genocide Memorial.

Extending Your Stay

If you wish to extend your stay at Singita before or after the retreat, we can arrange additional nights. Speak to us when booking.

Suggested Gratuities

$30–50
Lodge staff pp/day
$10–20
Trackers pp/trek
$15–25
Driver guide pp/day

This Is Your Call
to the Mountains

There are only a handful of spaces on this retreat.

Book Now & Pay Your Deposit