Somak Safaris

Gorilla in Parc National des Volcans- 4 Days

This safari takes you to two gorilla parks – Parc National des Volcans (PNV). PNV has five habituated gorilla families and tracking usually takes only a few hours. It is also a great place to appreciate the unique Virunga volcanoes.

Itinerary

Day 1: Saturday Rwanda/Parc National des Volcans (PNV)

Arrive Kigali and depart for PNV. The journey takes you through the beautiful terraced hillsides that characterize much of Rwanda’s landscape, gradually climbing to the base of the awesome Virunga volcanoes, sometimes with as many as five peaks visible. (L, D) Volcanoes Virunga Lodge

Day 2: Sunday Parc National des Volcans (PNV)

This morning track the gorillas in PNV through the light mountain forest on the slopes of the Virunga’s. If you are lucky you may spot the gorillas after a few hours walk, however some gorilla families are more elusive and tracking can take a full day, especially when it is wet and muddy. (B, L, D) Volcanoes Virunga Lodge

Day 3: Monday Parc National des Volcans (PNV)

This morning you may opt to go gorilla tracking again in PNV (the extra permit must purchased at time of initial booking), or visit the golden monkeys or drive to Gisenyi, visit Ross Carr's orphanage and Lake Kivu or climb the Visoke/Muhavura volcanoes, or trek to Dian Fossey's grave, or visit the local school, community projects or walk to Lake Bulera. (B, L, D) Volcanoes Virunga Lodge

Day 4: Tuesday Depart

After breakfast return to Kigali. Time permitting you may tour the city, a visit to the market, pottery project, handicraft shops, the Franco-Rwandan cultural centre and the genocide memorial. Transfer to the airport for your onward flights for your safari extension. (B, L)

Accommodation



Volcanoes Virungas Lodge	Volcanoes Virungas Lodge is set on the crown of a high hill overlooking the 5 Virunga Volcanoes and has almost 360 degree views of the surrounding area. A patchwork of farmlands and the beautiful volcanic Lake Ruhondo and Lake Bulera lie below, ringed by the volcanoes and far hills. Volcanoes Virungas Lodge is built in the local style from wood and stone, with clay-tiled roofs, and has a rustic and tranquil atmosphere.

Dates and Prices

Rwanda Gorilla Tracking

2008 Guaranteed departures from Kigali

Departure Dates   Per Person   Single
Supplement

Jan  05, 26 $2741 $290

Feb 02, 23 $2741 $290

Mar  01, 22 $2741 $290

Apr  05, 26 $2741 $290

May 03, 24 $2741 $290

Jun 07, 28 $2741 $290

Jul 05, 26 $2741 $290

Aug 09, 23 $2741 $290

Sep 06, 27 $2741 $290

Oct 04, 25 $2741 $290

Nov 01, 22 $2741 $290

Dec 06, 27 $2741 $290

International airfare not included. Please call to inquire

Add-on fares available from other cities

**2009 Guaranteed departures

Jan  10, 24 May 09, 23 Sep 12, 26

Feb 21, 28 Jun 20, 27 Oct 10, 24

Mar  21, 28 Jul   11, 25 Nov 21, 28

Apr  11, 25 Aug 22, 29 Dec 12, 26

**Prices for 2009 will be available after July 31, 2008

NOTES

· Only One PNV gorilla permit is included in the price all other gorilla tracking activities

will require purchase of additional permits at the time o booking, the cost is $500

per permit

· Gorilla permit prices are subject to change without notice

· Prices are valid until 31 December 2008

· International flights not included

· Visa and associated costs note included

Reserve your safari - Rwanda Gorilla Tracking

Provide your Information for Reservation

First Name
Last Name
Address
City
State, Zip
Country
Day Time Phone	--
Evening Phone	--
Email
Departure Date
Departure City
Number in Party
Passenger's Names as shown on passports
	First Name Last Name
Passenger 1
Passenger 2
Passenger 3
Passenger 4
Additional Information