Track the rare golden monkeys of the Virunga bamboo forest, with a day trip from Kigali.
Golden monkeys live only in the bamboo forests of the Virunga volcanoes, and Volcanoes National Park is one of the best places to see them. They move in large, playful groups and are much easier to follow than the gorillas.
This is a lighter day than a gorilla trek, and a good choice for travellers who want a primate experience without the effort or the cost of a gorilla permit.
Rwanda
Mid-range safari
Comfortable, characterful lodges with good food and friendly hosts.
Private safari
Your own vehicle and guide for the whole journey, never shared with other travellers.
Made to measure
Change the pace, a lodge or an activity and we rebuild the itinerary around you.
Start any day
Travel on the dates that suit you, subject to lodge and permit availability.
Solo travellers welcome
Priced for one on request, with the single supplement shown under Rates.
Pace and fitness
Balanced, fitness: moderate.
Leave Kigali early and drive north to Volcanoes National Park. After the briefing you walk into the bamboo forest with your guides to find a golden monkey group and spend an hour with them. You are back in Kigali in the afternoon or early evening.
Important to know
Rates per person
| Season | Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All year | US$420 | US$360 | US$338 | US$338 | US$338 | US$338 | Get quote |
Prices are per person, in US dollars, and depend on the number of travellers sharing the vehicle and guide. They are sample rates for planning and will be confirmed when you enquire, as lodge and permit prices change each year. The golden monkey permit is included at the current RDB rate. Age limits are set by RDB and will be confirmed when you enquire.
Best time for this trip All year
For gorilla and chimp treks, bring sturdy waterproof hiking boots, long trousers you can tuck into your socks, a long-sleeved shirt, a light rain jacket and gardening gloves for grabbing vines. Porters are available at the trailhead and we recommend hiring one: it helps your trek and supports the local community.
Pack light, neutral colours for game drives, a warm fleece for early mornings, a sun hat and good sunscreen.
Made to measure
Every Uwera safari is private. Slow the pace, add a night by a lake, swap a lodge or bring the children: tell us in your request and we will rebuild the itinerary around you.
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