Secure Your Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Permit
Planning Mountain Gorilla Trekking Rwanda begins with securing the right gorilla trekking permit. Let our local safari team help you check permit availability, plan your preferred trekking date and arrange a seamless journey to Volcanoes National Park. We can also combine your gorilla experience with chimpanzee trekking, Golden Monkey trekking, Akagera wildlife safaris and tailor-made Rwanda adventures.
How Much Does a Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Permit Cost?
The standard Rwanda gorilla trekking permit costs US$1,500 per person per trek for an international visitor. The permit allows you to take part in Mountain Gorilla Trekking Rwanda inside Volcanoes National Park and spend a regulated hour observing a habituated mountain gorilla family once your group reaches the gorillas. Permit availability is limited for each trekking date, making advance planning particularly important during popular travel periods.
Your Entry to Rwanda’s Mountain Gorillas
Rwanda gorilla trekking takes place in Volcanoes National Park in the country’s northwest. A permit is issued for a specific trekking date and gives the permit holder access to the organised gorilla tracking experience for that day. Travellers should therefore secure their permits before finalising non-refundable accommodation and other safari arrangements.
Rwanda Gorilla Permit Prices by Visitor Category
| Visitor Category | Permit Price | Important Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| International / Foreign Visitor | US$1,500 | Valid passport and confirmed trekking date |
| African Citizen | US$500* | Valid qualifying African passport |
| Foreign Resident in Rwanda / qualifying African resident | US$500* | Valid qualifying residency documentation |
| Rwandan Citizen | US$200* | Valid national identification or qualifying document |
| East African Citizen | US$200* | Valid qualifying East African passport or ID |
*Special and promotional permit rates are subject to Rwanda Development Board eligibility rules, documentation requirements and the applicable booking period. Always confirm the current qualifying rate before making payment.
Low-Season Gorilla Permit Discount
Rwanda also provides a 30% low-season gorilla trekking discount for qualifying travellers combining Volcanoes National Park with Akagera National Park and/or Nyungwe National Park. The official programme applies from November to May and requires the qualifying stay and activity conditions in the other national parks.
Important Rwanda Gorilla Permit Facts
Gorilla tracking in Rwanda is available to visitors aged 15 years and above.
Once your group reaches its allocated gorilla family, viewing time is limited to one hour.
A maximum of eight visitors are permitted in a standard gorilla trekking group.
Your gorilla permit is associated with your confirmed trekking date and should be planned carefully.
Is the Gorilla Permit the Complete Safari Price?
No. The Rwanda gorilla permit price should be separated from the total cost of your safari. Accommodation, private transport, airport transfers, meals, additional activities and other travel arrangements are normally priced separately unless you book an all-inclusive gorilla trekking safari. We can combine the permit with these services to create one complete Rwanda safari package.
When Should You Book Your Permit?
We recommend checking permit availability as early as possible once you know your intended travel dates. This is particularly important for travellers planning Mountain Gorilla Trekking Rwanda during popular holiday periods or combining gorilla trekking with chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe National Park, Akagera wildlife safaris or a longer tailor-made Rwanda itinerary.
Ready to Secure Your Gorilla Trekking Permit?
Share your preferred dates and number of travellers and we will help you check availability and plan the rest of your Rwanda safari.