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Daytime temperatures are generally warm, so bring lots of light clothing and think about sun protection, including a hat and sunglasses. The evenings tend to be cool, so a light sweater would be a good idea.

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Rwanda's tapestry of habitats is home to a diversity of species including mountain gorilla, chimpanzee, golden monkey, hippo, giraffe, zebra, leopard, crocodile and more than 600 species of birds. Ten percent of Rwanda is designated as Important Birding Areas.

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When tracking gorillas, wear sturdier clothing to protect against stinging nettles, and solid walking shoes. Consider bringing gardening or leather gloves as well as gaiters.

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Yes this is possible, we are more than happy to help you arrange another day. Let us know as early as possible, as they only hand out a certain number of permits.

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Dress codes are informal yet respectful. Men tend to wear trousers but shorts are fine, although walking around without a shirt is frowned upon. Women will feel more comfortable in knee-length or longer.

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Yes of course, just let us know upon booking.

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Other than Kigali on your arrival and departure in which you will be staying at the very famous “Hotel Rwanda” this tour includes luxury 5 star accommodation.  From sumptuous private villas on the slopes of an eroded volcanic crater, to exclusive luxurious wooden villas that skim the treetops in secluded wonderfully, untamed surroundings and deluxe glamping safari tents, perched like butterflies on the shore of Lake Rwanyakazinga. 

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The permits for trekking with gorillas in Rwanda is a minimum of $1500USD per person. This is included in your tour price.  The age limit to trek Gorillas is 15 years of age.  It is possible to add another trek, we are more than happy to help you arrange another day.  Let us know as early as possible, as they only hand out a certain number of permits. 

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There is internet at your accommodations, however it may not always work perfectly in each location.  We encourage our guests to try very hard to get in to holiday mode, relax, enjoy the experience and leave the electronic world behind for a while if you can.  I know it’s a hard ask but it can be totally worth the effort.

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Your tour will be led by a Majestic Whale Encounters guide.  They will be taking some photos during your tour however they are not professional photographers as their job is to focus on our guests needs.  We encourage you to bring your own cameras along on tour to remember these precious moments. 

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Rwanda and Uganda are the best countries for mountain gorilla trekking, both with great safari options.  Rwanda limits permits to Volcanoes National Park for a conservation focused experience. Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest has four habituated gorilla troops but can be a harder trekking option. Rwanda has more than twice the number of habituated mountain gorilla groups than Uganda and so permits are generally more easily available.   In terms of accessibility for gorilla trekking, Rwanda is easier than Uganda.  Rwanda is a far smaller country than Uganda, which means our chances of having a shorter walk are higher than in Uganda.  If you would like more information on this subject please contact us.

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There certainly is a single supplement available for this tour, please contact us directly for details.

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Listen… can you hear that?  I think I can hear wedding bells ringing? 

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Because it’s taken me a bloody long time to write these FAQ's.