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

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