This Rwanda golf and gorilla safari pairs a round at Kigali Golf Resort with a luxury stay and an unforgettable mountain gorilla trek.
Overview
A Rwanda golf and gorilla safari is a rare mix: a round on an 18-hole course in Kigali, and a once-in-a-lifetime hour with mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, all in five relaxed days.
You stay in luxury hotels and lodges, travel in a private 4×4 with your own driver guide, and enjoy time to unwind between the highlights.
Why choose a Rwanda golf and gorilla safari?
Kigali is one of Africa’s cleanest and safest capitals, and Kigali Golf Resort sits right in the city, with rolling fairways and views over the hills. Volcanoes National Park is only about 2.5 hours away, so it is easy to combine both.
This trip suits golfers who want more than a golf holiday, couples where one partner plays, and business travellers adding a short break.
- Golf: green fees, rental clubs and a cart included.
- Gorillas: one gorilla permit per person included.
- Luxury: top hotels in Kigali and a premium lodge in Musanze.
What to expect on your Rwanda golf and gorilla safari
On day one you are met at Kigali International Airport and taken to your hotel to settle in. Day two is golf day, with a morning round at Kigali Golf Resort and lunch at the clubhouse.
On day three you visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, then drive north to Musanze. In the afternoon you may visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund to learn about gorilla research.
Day four is the highlight. You trek through bamboo and montane forest to a habituated gorilla family and spend one unforgettable hour with them. Day five is a relaxed drive back to Kigali for your flight.
How fit do you need to be?
Gorilla treks can take one to six hours on steep, muddy ground. Rangers match groups to families by fitness, and porters can carry your bag and help you along.
Best time for golf and gorillas in Rwanda
Both activities run all year. June to September and December to February are drier, which means firmer fairways and easier trails. Gorilla permits are limited each day, so book early.
Read our guide to gorilla trekking in Rwanda or see our luxury gorilla trekking Rwanda safari for a trip focused on the lodges. Park information is on Visit Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park page.
How much does the Rwanda golf and gorilla safari cost?
Price on request. The cost depends on your travel dates, group size, the season and the lodges you choose, so we prepare every quote personally rather than showing one fixed price.
WhatsApp us on +254 706 223888, email [email protected] or send the enquiry form on this page, and we will share a detailed quote for your dates.
Safari Highlights
- 18 holes at Kigali Golf Resort with clubs and cart
- One hour with a mountain gorilla family
- Luxury hotels in Kigali and a premium lodge near the park
- Kigali Genocide Memorial and gorilla conservation visit
- VIP airport welcome and private 4x4 transport
