Hiking Tours in Kigali at a glance
- Our pick: Gorilla Trekking from Kigali: Mountain Gorillas & Conservation, US$ 329 per person (6h–10h, 4.97★ · 30).
- Best value: Local hills hiking near Kigali: 2,660-meter summit with villages, US$ 110 per person (6h, 4.88★ · 17).
- Also recommended: Gorilla Trekking Volcanoes Park: Mountain Gorillas Experience, US$ 2,687 per person (9h, 5.00★ · 24).
Price per person across the 22 options priced per person: US$ 110–US$ 4,000 (median US$ 1,091).
Of the 22 options: 22 with live guides in English, 18 with free cancellation, 22 with instant confirmation, 21 with hotel pickup, 1 kid-friendly, 17 private and 21 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Price per person.
Hiking Tours in Kigali
Based on each operator's calendar. Confirmed when you book.
22 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Gorilla Trekking from Kigali: Mountain Gorillas & Conservation Start before dawn from Kigali for a 2–2.5 hour drive to Volcanoes National Park, then trek into misty forest to track endangered mountain gorillas. Every day · 04:30, 04:45 and 05:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 4.97 (30 reviews) Duration: 6h–10h Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 329 per person
Gorilla Trekking Tour Volcanoes National Park: 99% Sighting Rate Trek through Volcanoes National Park to find mountain gorillas with a certified guide, professional driver and hotel pickup from Kigali. Every day · 04:30 · Pickup available · Ages 15–85 ★ 4.94 (83 reviews) Duration: 12h Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 360 per person
Gorilla Trekking Volcanoes Park: Mountain Gorillas Experience Start before dawn from your Kigali hotel, drive 112 km to Volcanoes National Park, and trek into the forest with an accredited guide to watch endangered. Every day · 04:00 · Hotel pickup · Ages 15–80 ★ 5.00 (24 reviews) Duration: 9h Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 2,687 per person
Local hills hiking near Kigali: 2,660-meter summit with villages Hike to 2,660 meters near Kigali with a live guide, visiting Mushubi primary school and local villages along the way: snacks included, 6 hours round trip. Every day · 08:00 · Pickup available · From age 18 ★ 4.88 (17 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 110 per person
Kigali: Mountain Gorilla Trekking Safari & Volcanoes Park Full-day gorilla trek from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park with permit, 4x4 transport, ranger briefing, and lunch. Trek duration 1–8 hours. Small groups, 4:30am start. Every day · 04:00 · Hotel pickup · Ages 15–70 ★ 5.00 (26 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN · ZH · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 2,650 per person
Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park: Mountain Gorillas Trek through misty bamboo forests and volcanic terrain in Volcanoes National Park to encounter mountain gorillas in their natural habitat with professional guides. Every day · 07:00, 08:00 and 10:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (21 reviews) Duration: 7h–9h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 300 per person
Kigali: Mountain Gorilla Trek & Volcanoes National Park Day Trip One-day gorilla trek in Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park with permit, 4x4 transport, lunch and cultural village visit. Early start from Kigali, moderate hiking required. Every day · 04:00 · Hotel pickup · Ages 18–80 ★ 4.64 (11 reviews) Duration: 15h Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 2,699 per person
Kayaking Lake Kivu from Kigali: Coffee, Islands & Hiking Kayak Lake Kivu from Kigali with a private guide, hike Napoleon Cap Island, swim at Peace Island, tour a coffee plantation. Every day · 06:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 6 ★ 5.00 (5 reviews) Duration: 12h Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 240 per person
3-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari from Kigali: Two Treks Trek mountain gorillas twice in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park on a 3-day private safari from Kigali, with permits and accommodation arranged. Every day · 21:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 15 ★ 5.00 (6 reviews) Duration: 3d Live guide: EN · AR · DE · RU +6 ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 3,200 per person
Gorilla trekking from Kigali: 10-hour day trip with lunch Trek to mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park on a 10-hour day trip from Kigali with an English or French-speaking guide and 4x4 vehicle for close. Mon–Sat · 04:30 and 05:30 · Hotel pickup · Ages 18–90 ★ 4.50 (8 reviews) Duration: 10h Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Instant confirmation. from US$ 333 per person
Lake Kivu day trip: Boat cruise and Napoleon Island hike Eight-hour round trip from Kigali to Lake Kivu in a 4x4 with boat cruise, Napoleon Island hike, and lunch included. Mon–Sat · 06:00, 07:00 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup · Ages 18–90 ★ 4.67 (3 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 307 per person
3-Day Gorillas & Golden Monkeys Trek from Kigali Trek to mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, then track golden monkeys through bamboo forests. Includes all meals, accommodation. Mon–Sat · 14:00 · Hotel pickup · Ages 18–90 ★ 5.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 3d Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,150 per person
Mount Bisoke Volcano Hike in Congo: Crater lake at 12,175 feet Hike Mount Bisoke volcano in Congo's Virunga ranges to a crater lake at 12,175 feet: a full day with guide, lunch and 4x4 pickup from your hotel. Every day · 05:00 · Pickup available · From age 15 ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 10h–14h Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 449 per person
2-Day Nyungwe National Park Ziplining: Canopy Walk & Chimp Trek Spend two days in Nyungwe National Park ziplining through the canopy, trekking with chimps, and walking above the rainforest. Tue–Sat · 08:00 and 08:30 · Pickup available · From age 3 ★ 5.00 (4 reviews) Duration: 2d Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 400 per person
Gorilla trekking from Kigali: Mountain gorillas in Bwindi Trek through the Virunga Mountains from Kigali into Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to track endangered mountain gorillas with a professional. Every day · 03:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 300 per person
Compare 7 more options for Hiking Tours in Kigali
From US$ 1,091 per person · 10 h to 4 days
2-day Chimpanzee Tracking and Canopy Walk Nyungwe Spend two days in Nyungwe National Park tracking wild chimpanzees through the forest, then walk the canopy platform for views across the treetops. Every day · No fixed time · Ages 15–70 ★ 5.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 2d Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,091 per person
4-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trek, Chimp Tracking & Lake Kivu Visit Rwanda's genocide memorial in Kigali, trek mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, track chimpanzees in Nyungwe Forest. Every day · 05:00, 06:00 and 07:00 · Pickup available · From age 6 ★ 5.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 4d Live guide: EN · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 3,934 per person
Nyungwe Chimp Trekking & Canopy Walk: 2 Days from Kigali 2-day chimp trekking safari in Nyungwe National Park from Kigali. Includes permits, canopy walkway, King's Palace visit, meals and accommodation with ranger guides. Every day · 10:00 · Pickup available · From age 8 ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 2d Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 1,265 per person
Nyungwe Chimpanzee Trekking 2-Day Canopy Walk & Tea Tour Two-day tour from Kigali to Nyungwe National Park with chimpanzee trekking, canopy walkway, King's Palace visit and tea plantation tour. Every day · 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 2d Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Instant confirmation. from US$ 1,599 per person
2-Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour from Kigali Two-day gorilla trek from Kigali with overnight in Musanze, Kigali Genocide Memorial visit, and guided forest tracking for 2. Every day · 08:30, 09:00, 09:30 and 10:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 2d Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Instant confirmation. from US$ 1,649 per person
4-Day Rwanda Tour: Gorilla and Chimpanzee Trekking from Kigali Four-day Rwanda tour from Kigali featuring mountain gorilla trekking in Volcanoes National Park, Lake Kivu boat cruise, tea plantation visit. Every day · 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 4d Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Instant confirmation. from US$ 2,579 per person
Volcanoes National Park Mountain Gorilla Trekking Encounter Trek through Volcanoes National Park on the Virunga Mountain slopes to spend an hour observing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Every day · 04:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 15 ★ 5.00 (2 reviews) Duration: 10h–16h Live guide: EN ✓ Free cancellation. from US$ 4,000 per person
The top 12 of 22 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gorilla Trekking from Kigali: Mountain Gorillas & ConservationOur pickPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 329 per person | 6h–10h | 4.97★ · 30 | Every day · 04:30, 04:45 and 05:00 | English, French |
| Local hills hiking near Kigali: 2,660-meter summit with villagesBest valuePickup offered | US$ 110 per person | 6h | 4.88★ · 17 | Every day · 08:00 | English, French |
| Gorilla Trekking Volcanoes Park: Mountain Gorillas ExperienceAlso recommendedPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 2,687 per person | 9h | 5.00★ · 24 | Every day · 04:00 | English, French |
| Gorilla Trekking Tour Volcanoes National Park: 99% Sighting RatePrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 360 per person | 12h | 4.94★ · 83 | Every day · 04:30 | English, French |
| Kigali: Mountain Gorilla Trekking Safari & Volcanoes ParkPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 2,650 per person | 6h | 5.00★ · 26 | Every day · 04:00 | English, French, Chinese |
| Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park: Mountain GorillasPickup offered | US$ 300 per person | 7h–9h | 5.00★ · 21 | Every day · 07:00, 08:00 and 10:00 | English |
| Kigali: Mountain Gorilla Trek & Volcanoes National Park Day TripPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 2,699 per person | 15h | 4.64★ · 11 | Every day · 04:00 | English, French |
| Kayaking Lake Kivu from Kigali: Coffee, Islands & HikingPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 240 per person | 12h | 5.00★ only 5 reviews | Every day · 06:00 | English, French |
| 3-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari from Kigali: Two TreksPrivate · Pickup offered | US$ 3,200 per person | 3d | 5.00★ only 6 reviews | Every day · 21:00 | English, Arabic, Danish +7 |
| Gorilla trekking from Kigali: 10-hour day trip with lunchPickup offered | US$ 333 per person | 10h | 4.50★ only 8 reviews | Mon–Sat · 04:30 and 05:30 | English, French |
| Lake Kivu day trip: Boat cruise and Napoleon Island hikePickup offered | US$ 307 per person | 8h | 4.67★ only 3 reviews | Mon–Sat · 06:00, 07:00 and 08:00 | English, French |
| 3-Day Gorillas & Golden Monkeys Trek from KigaliGroup of up to 15 · Pickup offered | US$ 1,150 per person | 3d | 5.00★ only 2 reviews | Mon–Sat · 14:00 | English, French |
By what you need
- Small groups (up to 15) (1): 3-Day Gorillas & Golden Monkeys Trek from Kigali (US$ 1,150 per person)