To trek to the mountain gorillas in Rwanda, you must first obtain a permit. The Rwanda Development Board (RDB), which oversees and regulates all tourism-related activities in Rwanda, is the organization that grants permits. Rwandan gorilla permits are currently available for purchase for $1,500 per individual.
Only 96 gorilla permits are issued by Rwanda each day, and reservations can be made online or through a reputable local travel agency. People who wish to trek Rwanda’s endangered mountain gorillas should always reserve their permits well in advance (at least six months) to avoid missing out due to the restricted number of permits available each day.
How to Acquire a Rwanda Gorilla Permit.
Booking your gorilla permit in advance of your actual tracking date is essential if you intend to go gorilla tracking in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, as these permits tend to book out quickly.
The two-option guide, which explains how to obtain a gorilla permit and observe mountain gorillas in their native habitat, is provided below.
Option One.
The organization that oversees tourism in Rwanda is called the Rwanda Development Board (RDB). You can reach them by phone or email. reservation@rwandatourism.com is the email address. Contact number: +252 57 65 14.
Price of a Rwanda Gorilla Permit.
$1500 – Non-residents; Rwandan residents; Rwandan citizens; East African residents; East African residents
During the low season, which runs from November to May, there is a 30% discount (or US$1,055) on gorilla permits for visits to other Rwandan national parks, such as Akagera and Nyungwe.
– 15% off ($1,275) for conference attendees who stay before and after MICE events to see gorillas
$15,000 will get you a private gorilla trekking experience for your whole group with a personal tour guide.
– US$ 30,000 for three or more visits over the course of three days (behind the scenes)
Option Two.
Making a reservation through a travel agency: Making a reservation through a tour operator in Rwanda is a dependable way to get a gorilla permit. Please feel free to reach out to us for your gorilla permits in Rwanda.
Note: Because permits often run out early, it’s best to secure your permit well in advance of when you intend to go gorilla trekking. There are ten mountain gorilla groups in Volcanoes National Park, and each group is limited to one daily visitation of eight individuals for one hour. Rwanda is now hosting a large number of tourists who come to go on gorilla tours. Booking early is the best way to ensure that you get a gorilla permit on the day you want to go on a gorilla trek.
Refunds/Cancellation Guidelines.
If a tourist exhibits symptoms of illness, the Rwanda Development Board (RDB) will reimburse 50% of the gorilla tracking charge. If the in-charge warden finds a visitor unfit to track gorillas, they will not be permitted to do so. This is only applicable to guests who have made the entire trip to the park.
Tracking Time Limit.
The meeting time at Kinigi Park Headquarters is restricted to 7:00-7:30 pm for a briefing by a park ranger. The only hours available for gorilla tracking are 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. It is anticipated that every guest will return to their respective place of abode by 7:00 p.m.
Visitor’s Passport Information.
To facilitate the issuance of gorilla permits, the RDB will request the passport data of the trackers upon final confirmation of the reservation. If possible, please send the complete names, passport number, and country of issuance.
Note: You must be 15 years old or older to be granted a Gorilla permit for trekking in Rwanda.
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