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Hotels near Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda: Where to Stay

There are no hotels inside Volcanoes National Park. All hotels and lodges near the park sit just outside it, in Kinigi, closest to the park headquarters, or in nearby Musanze (formerly Ruhengeri). Staying here instead of Kigali makes the 07:00 briefing, an early breakfast and recovery after the forest considerably easier.
Five Volcanoes is a full-board luxury boutique hotel in Musanze near Kinigi, approximately 15 minutes from the park headquarters under normal conditions. Every package includes the gorilla permit, your private vehicle and driver from Kigali, practical trek-day coordination and a comfortable place to return to after the experience.
Approximately 15 minutes from park headquarters
Full-board boutique comfort
Private driver from Kigali included
Rooms, suites and the private Volcano Manor
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel with the volcanic peaks of Volcanoes National Park near Musanze Rwanda
Florian Goppold, Head of Marketing & Sales at Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel, on a gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
WRITTEN & REVIEWED BY

Florian Goppold, Head of Marketing & Sales at Five Volcanoes

Florian works on the ground in Rwanda and has trekked to the gorillas in Volcanoes National Park himself. He photographs and films the treks for Five Volcanoes and checks this page against what our guests experience on site.
Permit details are confirmed by Odile, our Reservations Coordinator in Kigali, who is in daily contact with the Rwanda Development Board.
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Last reviewed: November 2026
Permit prices: official Rwanda Development Board (RDB) rates. Source: rdb.rw and visitrwanda.com
Hotel and package prices: Five Volcanoes rates 2026/27
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Which hotels and lodges are closest to Volcanoes National Park?

Hotels near Volcanoes National Park fall into three groups: ultra-luxury lodges on the volcano slopes around Kinigi, boutique hotels such as Five Volcanoes in the Musanze–Kinigi area, and mid-range and budget hotels in Musanze town. Kinigi is closest to the park headquarters, where every gorilla trek starts with a 07:00 briefing. Musanze, about 2.5 to 3 hours by road from Kigali, offers the wider choice of hotels and services.
Whatever your budget, choose a property that offers an early breakfast, reliable trek-day transport, support around your confirmed permit date and a comfortable place to recover afterwards. This matters for solo travellers as much as for couples and families, so also check for a comfortable single-occupancy room.
Five Volcanoes is located in Musanze near Kinigi, approximately 15 minutes from the park headquarters under normal conditions. It combines full-board accommodation with practical journey support before and after the trek.
Accommodation near Volcanoes National Park in the Musanze and Kinigi area, Rwanda
STAY NEAR MUSANZE OR KINIGI | ARRIVE BEFORE TREK DAY | PLAN FOR AN EARLY START | ALLOW TIME TO RECOVER

What are the best luxury lodges near Volcanoes National Park?

The best luxury lodges near Volcanoes National Park are judged on distance to park headquarters, room count, what is included and service level. Most luxury properties here work on a full-board or all-inclusive basis, so compare inclusions, not only the nightly rate. Five Volcanoes is a boutique hotel with 17 rooms and suites, approximately 15 minutes from park headquarters, with full board, pool, wellness and a personal guest-to-staff ratio. It sits among Rwanda's luxury gorilla trekking properties at a more accessible level than the largest ultra-luxury lodges.
DISTANCE TO PARK HEADQUARTERS
Five Volcanoes: approximately 15 minutes under normal conditions — among the closest boutique‒luxury properties to the registration point.
ROOM COUNT
Five Volcanoes: 17 rooms and suites for up to 38 guests — a boutique scale that keeps service personal rather than resort-sized.
SERVICE LEVEL
Full‒board accommodation, private trek‒day transport and pre/post‒trek support included as standard.

Hotels and lodges near Volcanoes National Park: Musanze, Kinigi or Kigali?

Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel in Musanze near Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
MUSANZE
Musanze (formerly Ruhengeri) is the principal town serving the park region. A hotel in Musanze offers convenient access, services and a range of accommodation, all within easy reach of the early registration point.
Kinigi, the gateway village next to Volcanoes National Park headquarters, Rwanda
KINIGI
Kinigi is the gateway closest to the park headquarters and the early registration point. A lodge near Volcanoes National Park in Kinigi means a short, calm trek-morning transfer.
Kigali city, about 2.5 to 3 hours by road from Volcanoes National Park
KIGALI
Kigali hotels work well for arrival or departure nights, but a same-morning journey from Kigali is generally not the calmest choice for an early trek.
For most gorilla trekking itineraries, staying in the Musanze and Kinigi area before the trek creates the smoother rhythm. Still deciding between Kigali and Musanze? Read where to stay the night before gorilla trekking.
COMPARE YOUR OPTIONS

Hotels and lodges near Volcanoes National Park compared

Most hotels and lodges near Volcanoes National Park sit in Kinigi or around Musanze, roughly 10 to 40 minutes by road from the park headquarters. The right choice depends on budget, style and how much comfort you want after the trek. Here is a quick overview based on public information.
MUSANZE · BOUTIQUE

Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel

Full-board boutique hotel in Musanze near Kinigi, about 15 minutes from the park headquarters. 17 rooms and suites, plus the private Volcano Manor.
NEAR THE PARK · LUXURY

Bisate Lodge

Six villas in a natural amphitheatre just outside the park, among the most expensive stays in Rwanda.
KINIGI · LUXURY

Singita Kwitonda Lodge

Luxury lodge on the park border near Kinigi, for guests who want a high-end safari-style stay.
KINIGI · LUXURY

One&Only Gorilla's Nest

21 rooms, including seven suites, in the foothills of the Virunga volcanoes near the park gateway.
NEAR PARK HQ

Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge

Hilltop lodge less than two miles from the park headquarters, owned by a community trust.
RIDGE · ECO LODGE

Virunga Lodge

Ten rooms on a ridge with wide views. A longer drive from the park than most lodges, around 40 minutes or more.
KINIGI · MID-RANGE

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

About 30 chalets near Kinigi, around a 10-minute drive from the park gate.
KINIGI · MID-RANGE

Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge

Close to the park headquarters in Kinigi, a practical base for an early trek.
Information is based on public sources and may change. Please check each lodge directly for current details.
LODGES BY PRICE TIER

Best lodges near Volcanoes National Park: luxury, premium, boutique or mid-range?

Accommodation near Volcanoes National Park ranges from simple rooms under USD 300 per night to ultra-luxury villas well above USD 1,500 per person per night, before the gorilla permit. These are the main lodges travellers compare, grouped by indicative price tier.
USD 1,500+ PER PERSON / NIGHT

Ultra-luxury lodges

Bisate Lodge and Bisate Reserve, Singita Kwitonda Lodge and Kataza House, One&Only Gorilla’s Nest. Statement architecture, very few rooms or private villas, often with plunge pools and exclusive-use options.
ROUGHLY USD 700–1,700

Premium lodges

Wilderness Sabyinyo (formerly Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge), Virunga Lodge, Sambora Kinigi and Amakoro Songa Lodge. Smaller, characterful lodges, several of them on the slopes around Kinigi or with lake views.
BOUTIQUE · FULL BOARD

Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel

Packages from USD 2,435 per person for 2 nights, including the USD 1,500 gorilla permit, Full Board and a private driver every day. 17 rooms and suites, about 15 minutes from park headquarters.
TYPICALLY UNDER USD 300

Mid-range and budget

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge, Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge, Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge, Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge and hotels in Musanze town. A practical bed close to the park, usually with fewer services included.

How to compare lodges near the park

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What is included

Full board, drinks, laundry, transfers and the gorilla permit change the real price far more than the headline nightly rate. Compare what a stay includes, not only the rate.
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Distance to Kinigi

Most lodges are 5 to 20 minutes from the park headquarters. Virunga Lodge and hotels further out can take 40 minutes or more on trek morning.
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Size and atmosphere

Six villas feel very different from 30 chalets. Boutique properties keep service personal; larger lodges suit groups looking for more facilities.
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Booking direct

Booking the lodge directly usually means one contact for room, permit and transfers. At Five Volcanoes, direct guests receive a complimentary suite upgrade when one is available.
Price tiers are indicative per-person-per-night ranges based on publicly listed rates (reviewed October 2026) and vary by season, room type and inclusions. Please check each lodge directly for current rates and details.

Why stay close to Volcanoes National Park headquarters?

Gorilla trekking begins very early, with the briefing at Kinigi park headquarters at 07:00. Staying nearby means breakfast, departure and registration can be planned calmly, with far less uncertainty around the trek-morning transfer.
A restful evening before the trek matters, and being close by lets you arrive at the headquarters relaxed rather than rushed after a long early drive.
Afterwards, a short return to the lodge means lunch, rest and recovery become part of the day rather than another journey to manage.
Early morning near Volcanoes National Park headquarters in Kinigi before gorilla trekking
EARLY BREAKFAST
Breakfast can be planned around the confirmed trek-day departure.
SHORTER TREK-MORNING TRANSFER
Approximately 15 minutes to the park headquarters under normal conditions.
PRACTICAL TIMING SUPPORT
Accommodation and local transfers can be aligned around the confirmed date.
POST-TREK RECOVERY
Return to full-board comfort, peaceful surroundings and wellness facilities.

Five Volcanoes: a luxury boutique gorilla trekking lodge in Musanze

Five Volcanoes is designed as more than a place to sleep before a trek. The lodge brings together full-board hospitality, carefully prepared rooms, practical coordination and quiet spaces for recovery near Rwanda's principal gorilla trekking gateway. Read our full comparison with Rwanda's ultra-luxury lodges.
Aerial view of Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel in the volcanic landscape near Musanze Rwanda
Personal dining service at Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel near Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
LOCATION AND ACCESS
A Musanze location near Kinigi, approximately 15 minutes from the park headquarters, with your private vehicle and driver from Kigali included in every package.
COMFORT AND SUPPORT
Full-board dining, pool access, trek-morning preparation, wellness and post-trek recovery, with attentive local team support throughout.
ROOMS & SUITES

Rooms and Suites at Five Volcanoes

A calm luxury boutique base with 17 rooms and suites, minutes from Kinigi and Volcanoes National Park — full board, pool and wellness. Exact bedding, occupancy and inclusions are confirmed in your personalised written quote.
Standard Room at Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel near Volcanoes National Park

Standard Rooms

Three Standard Rooms — two Double and one Twin. A comfortable, compact base that keeps the lodge's full-board hospitality and shared facilities.
✓ Standard Double or Twin
✓ Full board and pool access
✓ Modern bathroom and high-speed WiFi
★ MOST POPULAR
Deluxe Room at Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel in Musanze, Rwanda

Deluxe Rooms

Nine Deluxe Rooms in Double and Twin configurations, including one Deluxe Triple; selected rooms take extra bedding on request. Our most popular boutique base for couples, friends and small families.
✓ Double, Twin or Triple configuration
✓ Private terrace or balcony on selected rooms
✓ Full board and pool access
Family Suite with two connected rooms at Five Volcanoes, Rwanda

Family Suite

One Family Suite made up of two connected Double or Twin rooms — more space and flexibility for families or travelling companions, with the configuration confirmed for your dates.
✓ Two connected rooms
✓ Full board and pool access
✓ Flexible bedding on confirmation
Honeymoon Suite with fireplace and outdoor bathtub at Five Volcanoes, Rwanda

Honeymoon Suite

King-size bed, private fireplace, outdoor bathtub, double showers, a dining area and a private steam bath — created for couples seeking privacy and a more indulgent stay.
✓ Fireplace and outdoor bathtub
✓ Private steam bath and dining area
✓ Full board with selected drinks
MOST PRIVATE OPTION
Private Volcano Manor villa with Jacuzzi near Volcanoes National Park

The Private Volcano Manor

Three bedrooms (Master Suite, Twin Suite and a Handicapped Accessible Room), a Jacuzzi, living room and private terrace. Soft drinks, house wines, beers and massage treatments are included when booking the Manor — our most private option for groups, families or multigenerational travel.
✓ Three bedrooms, living room and terrace
✓ Jacuzzi and massage treatments included
✓ Self-contained privacy for groups
Accessibility: an accessible room configuration may be available — contact the team to discuss location, features and suitability for your needs.
Room rates vary by season — exact bedding, occupancy and inclusions are confirmed in your personalised written quote.
INSIDE THE PRIVATE VOLCANO MANOR

The suites within the Volcano Manor

The Volcano Manor is a private villa within Five Volcanoes, with its own living room, dining area, garden terrace and Jacuzzi. Inside it, up to 6 guests (plus one extra bed) are accommodated across three rooms — the Master Suite, the Twin Suite and a Handicapped Accessible Room — which can be booked together for a family or a private group travelling as one party. See the full Volcano Manor page for suite details, pricing and photos.
Master Suite with canopy bed and lounge at the Volcano Manor, Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel Rwanda
MASTER SUITE

Master Suite

An extra-large double bed and a sofa bed, a bathtub in the room and double rainfall showers, with space for an extra bed at no extra cost. Air conditioning, plus access to the Jacuzzi, living room, terrace and fireplaces. Full Board.
Twin Suite with two four-poster beds at the Volcano Manor, Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel Rwanda
TWIN SUITE

Twin Suite

Two comfortable double beds and an elegant lounge area, with large windows over the greenery. Designed for friends, siblings or travel companions who want space and connection. Full Board.
Private garden terrace with fireplace and barbecue at the Volcano Manor, Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel Rwanda
SHARED MANOR LIVING
A private living room with fireplace, a dining area, a garden terrace with barbecue, a Jacuzzi and access to a private kitchen, so the group can dine and relax in complete privacy.
Living and dining area with fireplace at the Volcano Manor, Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel Rwanda
INCLUDED WITH THE MANOR
Soft drinks, house wines and beers, plus massage treatments included when booking the Volcano Manor. All rooms include Full Board, a coffee and tea station, minibar, free WiFi and toiletries. Exact inclusions are confirmed in your proposal.

Which Five Volcanoes room is right for your stay?

COUPLES
A Deluxe Room, a Standard Double or the Honeymoon Suite, depending on your preferred space and experience.
FRIENDS
A Twin configuration, subject to availability, for friends or companions travelling together.
FAMILIES
The Family Suite, selected additional‒bed configurations or the private Volcano Manor.
PRIVATE GROUPS
The Volcano Manor for a private, self‒contained multi‒room stay.
ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
Please contact the team before booking so the current room configuration and your requirements can be checked properly. Room configurations and occupancy cannot be guaranteed until confirmed.
Full-board dining at Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel near Volcanoes National Park

A full‒board lodge stay before and after the forest

Five Volcanoes is a full‒board lodge, which suits trekking guests well. There is no need to search for a restaurant the evening before, breakfast can be ready early, and a warm meal is waiting when you return from the forest, keeping the whole day calm and unhurried.
Full board includes breakfast, lunch and dinner, with drinking water and a soft drink with meals, plus a bottle of house wine per person in the room, included in any rate.
Exact meal, beverage and dietary arrangements are confirmed in the personalised proposal.

A calmer start to your gorilla trekking day

Staying nearby lets the morning follow a calm, predictable rhythm. Exact departure and return times cannot be guaranteed, since the trek itself varies.
Gorilla trekking morning departure from Five Volcanoes to Kinigi park headquarters
01
Early breakfast at the lodge.
02
Final trek‒day preparation.
03
Transfer to the park headquarters.
04
Registration and briefing at 07:00.
05
Ranger‒guided trek in the forest.
06
Return to Five Volcanoes.
07
Lunch, rest and recovery.
Times vary and are not guaranteed.

Recovery after gorilla trekking

What recovery and spa facilities are available after gorilla trekking at Five Volcanoes? Every stay includes a complimentary foot massage on the terrace straight after the trek, plus full pool, garden and terrace access — recovery is part of the day, not an afterthought.
Guests booking the private Volcano Manor also receive massage treatments for two included in the rate, and further spa treatments are available on request. Any additional package benefits apply only when separately confirmed in your proposal.
Post-trek foot massage and recovery on the terrace at Five Volcanoes, Rwanda

What guests remember about staying at Five Volcanoes

Guest Ann during her first mountain gorilla encounter in Volcanoes National Park

Ann's unforgettable gorilla encounter

A guest story of a first gorilla encounter in Rwanda, and the calm boutique base that made the trek day feel manageable.
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Celebration dining at Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel Rwanda

An anniversary at Five Volcanoes

A guest story of a special celebration at the lodge, and the personal touches that made the stay memorable.
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Guided gorilla trekking near Volcanoes National Park Rwanda

Meet Paul, a legendary guide

A story about one of the guides guests remember, and the human side of planning a Rwanda gorilla trekking journey.
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GUEST STORY · TREK DAY

“We saw it all”: Ann and Bruce on trek day

Seeing mountain gorillas had been on Ann and Bruce’s bucket list for years. On trek day they were on the road by 6:30, met their rangers at park headquarters and spent their hour with silverbacks, playful juveniles and mothers with babies.
Back at the hotel around 10:30, the team was waiting with warm towels and helped them out of their muddy boots. They loved it so much that they trekked a second day.
“If seeing mountain gorillas is on your bucket list, make it happen. And when you do, come home to Five Volcanoes.”
Ann, guest at Five Volcanoes

Five Volcanoes location near Volcanoes National Park

Five Volcanoes is in Musanze, near Kinigi, approximately 15 minutes from the Volcanoes National Park headquarters under normal conditions. Your private vehicle and driver from Kigali are included in every package, for arrival, trek day and departure.
Five Volcanoes is located outside the protected national park boundary.
LOCATION
Musanze, near Kinigi, Rwanda. Approximately 15 minutes from the park headquarters under normal conditions.
GPS COORDINATES
‒1.468964002093439, 29.618930725488894

Build your stay around your gorilla trekking date

Mountain gorilla in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
2 NIGHTS

Essential Gorilla Trekking Stay

For travellers with limited time who want one carefully coordinated gorilla trekking stay.
MOST RECOMMENDED
Golden monkey in Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
3 NIGHTS

Signature Gorilla and Golden Monkey Journey

The balanced journey, with a complimentary Golden Monkey Permit under the confirmed direct-booking offer conditions.
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel and volcanic landscape near Musanze Rwanda
4 NIGHTS

Slow Gorilla and Volcanoes Journey

For a slower stay with additional recovery time and selected experiences.
COMPARE RWANDA GORILLA TREKKING PACKAGES
Garden at The Governor's Residence boutique property in Kigali
OPTIONAL KIGALI EXTENSION

Begin or end your journey at The Governor's Residence in Kigali

The Governor's Residence is a separate boutique property in Kigali that can be added as an optional night before or after Five Volcanoes. It can create a smoother arrival or departure without compressing the gorilla trekking itinerary.
It is a separate property and an optional extension, not automatically included, and subject to availability and the personalised proposal.
WHICH JOURNEY IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Which gorilla trekking package should you choose?

All three journeys include your official gorilla permit, Full Board at Five Volcanoes and a private vehicle with driver. The difference is time: how many treks you do and how much rest you get between them. Prices are per person, two guests sharing, Standard Room, Low Season.
ESSENTIAL

2 nights · Essential Stay

From USD 2,435 per person
Best for: travellers short on time who want the gorilla trek with a lodge 15 minutes from park headquarters.
Not ideal if: you also want Golden Monkey trekking, a Dian Fossey hike or a slower pace. There is little room if your trek day has to move.
What you get: gorilla permit, Full Board, private vehicle and driver from Kigali.
RECOMMENDED

3 nights · Signature Journey

From USD 2,815 per person
Best for: most travellers: gorillas and golden monkeys on separate mornings, without rushing.
Not ideal if: you only have two nights, or someone in your group is under 12 (Golden Monkey minimum age).
What you get: gorilla permit, Golden Monkey permit (USD 100 per person) when you book direct, Full Board, private vehicle and driver.
SLOW

4 nights · Slow Volcanoes Journey

From USD 3,295 per person
Best for: couples, photographers, travellers aged 50 and over and anyone who prefers a slower pace.
Not ideal if: your time or budget is tight. The 3-night journey covers the same two treks.
What you get: gorilla trek, a full rest day with pool, sauna and gardens, Golden Monkey trekking, Full Board, private vehicle and driver.
OUR RECOMMENDATION
First gorilla trek and three nights to spare? Choose the 3-night Signature Journey. You trek with the gorillas, add Golden Monkey trekking on another morning, and keep room in your plan if your trek day has to move.
Celebrating, travelling as a family or as a group? Our Honeymoon & Anniversary Journey, Family & Multigenerational Journey and the private Volcano Manor are quoted on request. Gorilla trekking minimum age is 15, Golden Monkey trekking 12, set by the Rwanda Development Board.
Price calculator · 2026/27

What will your gorilla trekking trip cost?

Choose your nights, room, season and group. You see the package price per person and for your whole group, with the gorilla permit, Full Board and a private driver included.
Nights at Five Volcanoes
Room
Season
Low Season: 1 March to 31 May and 1 October to 15 December. High Season: all other dates.
Guests
Package prices: solo in its own room, or two guests sharing one room. Travelling as three or with children? Choose 3 guests and Florian sends you a personal quote.
Your gorilla permit rate
Promotional permit rates set by the Rwanda Development Board: valid until 31 December 2026 and not from June to October 2026. Proof of citizenship or residency is required.
Your estimate
USD 2,815per person
Total for your groupUSD 5,630
  • Gorilla permit, Full Board and a private vehicle with driver for every day.
  • Golden Monkey permit included when you book direct.
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Estimate based on published 2026/27 rates. Your written proposal confirms the exact price for your dates before any payment. Honeymoon Cottage, Family Suite, Triple Deluxe Room and Volcano Manor are quoted on request.

Travelling in 2028? Lock in today's prices.

Our 2028 rates are not released yet. Confirm your booking with us by 31 December 2026 and we guarantee today's prices for your 2028 stay: room, transport, activities and your gorilla permit. We will not raise them.
Gorilla permit prices are set by the Rwanda Development Board and may rise from 2027. When you book with us now, we reserve your permit at today's price and secure your date while it is still available.
  • Your room moves to new dates free of charge, subject to availability. Moving a gorilla permit carries a fee of USD 300 per permit.
  • Cancellations 60 or more days before arrival carry no fee.
Secure my 2028 dates

What changed in 2026

  • Rwanda Development Board promotional permit rates: USD 200 per permit for Rwandan and East African citizens and USD 500 for African citizens and foreign residents in Africa, valid until 31 December 2026.
  • New price calculator: package prices per person for 2, 3 and 4 nights, with your permit rate included.
  • 2028 price guarantee: confirm with us by 31 December 2026 and keep today's prices for your 2028 stay.

Last updated: 14 November 2026

How we price

Package prices are our public 2026/27 website rates, per person with two sharing. They include the gorilla permit at the official Rwanda Development Board price, Full Board and a private driver. You book direct with us, with no commission and no DMC mark-up.
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REAL TRIPS, REAL PRICES

What our guests actually book

Most guests choose three nights with a gorilla trek, a Golden Monkey trek and a private driver from Kigali. Here are three recent trips we organised for couples. One package price covers permit, stay, meals and transport.
COUPLE · MAY (LOW SEASON)

The 2-night Gorilla & Golden Monkey trip

USD 5,070 for two
Standard Room, 2 nights, gorilla trek and Golden Monkey trek, Full Board, private vehicle and driver from Kigali.
MOST BOOKED · COUPLE · SEPTEMBER (HIGH SEASON)

The 3-night Signature Journey

USD 7,400 for two
Deluxe Room, 3 nights, gorilla trek and Golden Monkey trek on separate mornings, Full Board, private vehicle and driver, including pick-up at their Kigali hotel.
COUPLE · JUNE

The 2-night Deluxe gorilla trip

USD 5,850 for two
Deluxe Room, 2 nights, one gorilla trek, Full Board, private vehicle and driver from Kigali.
Your dates, your price. Use the calculator above for your own package, or tell Florian your dates and group size. When a higher room category is free on your dates, direct guests get a complimentary upgrade.
WHAT OUR GUESTS SAY

Planned by one team in Rwanda. Reviewed by our guests.

Real words from real guests, from the first enquiry to the gorilla trek and the airport drop-off.

4.7 / 5

TRIPADVISOR RATING

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TRIPADVISOR REVIEWS

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TRAVELLERS' CHOICE AWARD
GUEST REVIEW

“Exceptional service from the first message to the airport drop-off”

“Florian, the Sales Manager, contacted me within 30 minutes. He listened carefully, answered every question and prepared a clear proposal with the total cost, room photos, transfers and permit process.”
“Five Volcanoes is ideal for travellers who want trustworthy permit coordination, transparent pricing, excellent food, attention to mobility needs and one reliable team handling everything from the first enquiry to the airport transfer.”
Eva G.
GUEST REVIEW

“An absolute standout experience”

“From the outset, Florian made the planning and booking process effortless, while Odile ensured all on-the-ground logistics and daily details ran without a hitch.”
“The highlight—the mountain gorilla trek itself—was nothing short of extraordinary and exceeded all expectations.”
Guest, 4-day gorilla trekking trip
Read every review: Tripadvisor · Google. Tripadvisor figures as of November 2026.
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Your 5 biggest questions about gorilla trekking in Rwanda

These are the questions guests ask us most. Straight answers, no small print.

1. Will I get a gorilla permit for my dates?

Permits are limited each day, and the best dates go first. When you book direct, we secure your gorilla permit for you and confirm it together with your stay. Send Florian your dates and he checks availability for you.

2. How do I get from Kigali to the lodge?

A private vehicle and driver from Kigali is included in every package. You do not book a taxi, a tour or a transfer on the side. Your driver brings you to Five Volcanoes, takes you to the park on trek day and drives you back.

3. Am I fit enough? What about age and children?

The minimum age for gorilla trekking is 15 and for Golden Monkey trekking 12, set by the Rwanda Development Board. Tell Florian about your age, fitness and any health concerns. He plans your days around them, with a rest day when you want one.

4. What does the whole trip cost?

One package price covers your gorilla permit, your stay, Full Board and your private vehicle and driver from Kigali. Packages start from USD 2,435 per person, two guests sharing. Use the calculator on this page for your dates and group size. International flights are not included.

5. Why book direct with Five Volcanoes?

You deal with the team on the ground, not a call centre. Florian answers you personally and plans your trip with the lodge. When a higher room category is free on your dates, direct guests get a complimentary upgrade.
FREE ADVICE · NO OBLIGATION

Plan your gorilla trek directly with Florian

Ask your questions before you book: travel dates, permits, which journey fits you and the full cost. Florian advises you personally. Free, with no obligation to book.
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PLAN YOUR NEXT STEP

Everything you need to plan your gorilla trek in Rwanda

Prices, permits, preparation and where to stay. Every guide is written and checked by the Five Volcanoes team in Rwanda.
PACKAGES AND PRICES
All Rwanda gorilla trekking packages
2‒night Essential Gorilla Trekking Stay
3‒night Signature Gorilla & Golden Monkey Journey
4‒night Slow Volcanoes Journey
Gorilla trekking Rwanda cost 2026/27
PERMITS AND PREPARATION
How to book gorilla permits in Rwanda
How difficult is gorilla trekking?
What to pack for gorilla trekking
Best time to visit Rwanda
Is Rwanda safe to visit?
THE PARK AND BEYOND
Gorilla trekking in Rwanda: the complete guide
Volcanoes National Park Rwanda
Golden Monkey trekking in Rwanda
Dian Fossey Tomb hike
Things to do near Volcanoes National Park
Rwanda vs Uganda for gorilla trekking
WHERE TO STAY
Where to stay near Volcanoes National Park
Luxury gorilla trekking in Rwanda
The Volcano Manor, private villa
Honeymoon & anniversary journey
Family & multigenerational journey
Guest reviews and stories
THE FIVE VOLCANOES METHOD

Who plans your gorilla trek? One team, on the ground in Rwanda

From your first question to your last morning at the lodge, the same small team plans and looks after your journey. Nobody in the chain sits overseas: Florian has trekked to the gorillas himself, Odile works with the Rwanda Development Board in Kigali, and Alice looks after you at the lodge.
Florian, Head of Marketing & Sales at Five Volcanoes, on a gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
BEFORE YOU BOOK

Plan your journey with Florian

Head of Marketing & Sales · originally from Austria, working on the ground in Rwanda
Florian has trekked to the gorillas himself and photographs and films the treks for Five Volcanoes. He knows how steep the trails get and how long the drive from Kigali really takes. He plans your dates, pace and room with you, runs a short fitness check and sends you our free Gorilla Guide.
Odile, Guest Relations & Reservations Coordinator at Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel, based in Kigali, Rwanda
PERMITS & LOGISTICS

Your permits, handled in Kigali by Odile

Guest Relations & Reservations Coordinator · based in Kigali
Odile is in daily contact with the Rwanda Development Board, the park guides and our drivers. She requests your gorilla and Golden Monkey permits through the official RDB process and confirms your date in writing before you pay. If plans change, she solves it locally.
Alice, Guest Experience Manager at Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel, in the lodge garden in Musanze, Rwanda
AT THE LODGE

Looked after at the lodge by Alice

Guest Experience Manager · at Five Volcanoes
Alice is your host at the lodge. She welcomes you, prepares your trek-day briefing, early breakfast, gaiters and walking sticks, and makes sure you can rest properly when you return from the forest.
HOW WE PREPARE YOUR TREK

Five steps, one team

1. Your free Gorilla Guide. What trek day really looks like, what to pack, how permits work and which itinerary fits you.
2. Personal consultation and fitness check. Florian plans dates, pace and room with you and records how far and how steep you are comfortable walking.
3. Permits secured in Kigali. Odile requests your permits through the official RDB process. You pay only after your permit date is confirmed in writing.
4. Private driver from Kigali. Our own vehicles and drivers collect you in Kigali and take you to park headquarters in Kinigi, about 15 minutes from the lodge. Your driver waits while you trek.
5. On-site care at the lodge. Alice prepares your briefing, early breakfast and equipment, and a foot massage is waiting when you return.
Your fitness profile is shared with the park team at the morning briefing, so the rangers can take it into account when they assign groups. The final group assignment is made by the Rwanda Development Board.
COMPARE BEFORE YOU BOOK

Should you book gorilla trekking with the lodge or an overseas agency?

Booking direct means the people who plan, permit and host your trek all work in Rwanda. Here is how that compares with a typical booking from overseas.
What matters to you
Five Volcanoes, booked direct
Typical overseas booking agency
Who plans your trek
Five Volcanoes: Florian, who has trekked in Volcanoes National Park himself
Overseas agency: A sales consultant in Europe or North America
Who handles your permits
Five Volcanoes: Odile in Kigali, through the official RDB process
Overseas agency: Usually passed on to a local ground handler
Contact with park, guides and drivers
Five Volcanoes: Daily and direct
Overseas agency: Through one or more intermediaries
Who looks after you on trek day
Five Volcanoes: Alice at the lodge and your own Five Volcanoes driver
Overseas agency: Varies, often a subcontracted driver
If plans change
Five Volcanoes: Solved locally by the same team
Overseas agency: Relayed between time zones
Price
Five Volcanoes: The lodge's direct package, gorilla permit included
Overseas agency: Includes agency and ground-handler margins
Direct-booking benefits
Five Volcanoes: Golden Monkey Permit included with the 3-night Signature Journey (USD 100 per person), free upgrade on arrival when available
Overseas agency: Not available
PRICES BY ROOM AND SEASON · 2026/27

How much does a gorilla trekking package at Five Volcanoes cost?

Prices per person, two guests sharing, in US dollars. Every package includes the gorilla permit (USD 1,500 per foreign visitor), Full Board and a private vehicle with driver for every day. The 3-night Signature Journey adds Golden Monkey trekking as a direct-booking benefit; the 4-night journey includes it.
Room and season
2 nights
3 nights · Signature
4 nights
Standard Room · Low Season
2 nights: USD 2,435
3 nights: USD 2,815
4 nights: USD 3,295
Standard Room · High Season
2 nights: USD 2,545
3 nights: USD 2,980
4 nights: USD 3,515
Deluxe Room · Low Season
2 nights: USD 2,655
3 nights: USD 3,145
4 nights: USD 3,735
Deluxe Room · High Season
2 nights: USD 2,925
3 nights: USD 3,550
4 nights: USD 4,275
RWANDAN, EAST AFRICAN OR AFRICAN RESIDENT?

Your gorilla permit costs less, and we deduct the difference

The Rwanda Development Board currently offers promotional gorilla permits: USD 200 for Rwandan and East African Community citizens, and USD 500 for African citizens and foreign residents in Africa. That is USD 1,300 or USD 1,000 less per person than the foreign-visitor permit, and we take it off your package price.
These rates are valid until 31 December 2026 and do not apply from June to October 2026. Proof of citizenship or residency is required. Source: Rwanda Development Board, checked November 2026.
Low Season: 1 March to 31 May and 1 October to 15 December. High Season: all other dates. Family Suite, Honeymoon Suite and Volcano Manor are quoted on request. Prices updated November 2026; your written proposal confirms the exact price for your dates before any payment.

PERSONAL PLANNING SUPPORT

Plan Your Rwanda Gorilla Journey

Tell us your preferred travel dates, number of guests and what matters most for this journey. We will personally review room availability, official permit timing, private transfers and the itinerary around your priorities.

Whether you are planning a milestone birthday, anniversary, honeymoon or a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife journey, this first inquiry helps us understand the pace, comfort and experiences that would make the trip feel right for you.

This is an inquiry only - not a confirmed booking. No payment is required at this stage.

  • Your details are handled confidentially.
  • We reply personally with suitable room options, logistics and practical next steps.
  • Official permits remain subject to Rwanda Development Board availability and confirmation.

Five Volcanoes can assist with practical coordination around accommodation, transfers and requested trekking dates. Official permits are issued through the Rwanda Development Board process and cannot be guaranteed until officially confirmed.

Download Your Complimentary Gorilla Trekking Guide

No payment is required at this stage.

Where to stay near Volcanoes National Park Rwanda: frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Volcanoes National Park?
Is Five Volcanoes a luxury lodge?
Is it better to stay in Musanze or Kinigi?
Is there accommodation inside Volcanoes National Park?
How far is Five Volcanoes from the park headquarters?
Is Five Volcanoes a full-board lodge?
What room types does Five Volcanoes offer?
How far is Volcanoes National Park from Kigali?
Is there a Family Suite?
Does Five Volcanoes have an accessible room?
What is the Volcano Manor?
Which room is best for a honeymoon?
Can children stay at Five Volcanoes?
Is breakfast available before an early gorilla trek?
Are private transfers from Kigali included?
Are massages included?
Is there a swimming pool?
Are lodges near Volcanoes National Park all-inclusive?
Can accommodation and gorilla trekking be planned together?
PLAN YOUR STAY NEAR VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

Tell us your preferred dates!

Share your preferred dates, number of guests, bedding requirements and requested trekking date. We will check suitable room options and help align accommodation, private transfers and the practical itinerary around official availability and confirmation.
COMPARE GORILLA TREKKING PACKAGES
Celebrating something special? See our Honeymoon & Anniversary Journey →
Traveling with family or multiple generations? See our Family & Multigenerational Journey →
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
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Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
+250 789 924 969 | +250 780 440 648
marketing@fivevolcanoesrwanda.com
Musanze-Kinigi Road,
Ruhengeri | Rwanda