Hermosa Life Tours and Travel Exclusive Update.
Positive news for wildlife lovers and conservation tourists: Rwanda has formally extended its cut-off date for gorilla trekking permits to 2026. The project, unveiled by the Rwanda Development Board (RDB), will encourage tourism growth in the country and enhance conservation activities in the Volcanoes National Park.
In case it has been on your travel bucket list, 2026 will be the ideal time to have this once-in-a-lifetime experience of gorilla trekking in Rwanda at a lower price.
We are Hermosa Life Tours & Travel, and we are willing to assist you in obtaining your permit and planning an unforgettable safari trip.
2026 Discounted Gorilla Permits.
The promotional rates are designed to support domestic and regional tourism, as well as African tourism markets, without compromising Rwanda’s high-end conservation model.
Rwandan Nationals and East African Citizens and Community (EAC) Nationals.
USD 200 per person
Documents required: Valid National ID, Birth Certificate, or valid Passport; for African nationals, African Residents: USD 500 per person. Documents required: Valid Passport, Resident ID / Diplomatic Card and Valid Visa (minimum 4 consecutive months validity)
International Visitors
USD 1,500 per person
Important Point: The discounted prices are only applicable during the low and shoulder seasons: January, February, March, April, May, November, and December. The offer is not available from June to October, when the usual price of USD 1,500 will apply regardless of the category.
The reasons for Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda?
Volcanoes National Park is the only mountain gorilla habitat in the country and is home to one of the most recognisable wild animals on the African continent.
The park has more than 13 habituated gorilla families, which offer visitors an unusual chance to spend a single potent hour in the natural forest observing the endangered primates.
In addition to wildlife, Volcanoes National Park has a deep conservation history. It is the location where a famous primatologist, Dian Fossey, conducted her pioneering work, which became the basis for worldwide gorilla conservation efforts.
The park is among the oldest national parks in Africa, established in 1925. Today, it is the biggest source of tourism revenue in Rwanda. The tourism industry added more than USD 647 million during the 2024/2025 financial year, and the country aims to achieve USD 1 billion during the 2029 financial year.
More Than Gorilla Trekking
Although the most interesting activity to undertake in Volcanoes National Park is gorilla trekking, there are other interesting activities that the park has to offer:
Golden Monkey Trekking
Follow the mischievous, threatened golden monkeys found only in the Virunga region.
Volcano Hiking Adventures
Climb one of the five magnificent Virunga volcanoes: Mount Karisimbi, Mount Bisoke, Mount Muhabura, Mount Gahinga, and Mount Sabyinyo.
Travel with Purpose
- Each gorilla permit is a direct contributor to:
- Conservation of mountain gorillas.
- Community development projects.
- Anti-poaching initiatives
- Sustainability in tourism initiatives.
When you book with Hermosa Life Tours and Travel, you are not only experiencing an excellent adventure; you are also investing in Rwanda’s conservation success story.
Plan Your 2026 Gorilla Safari Today
Gorilla permits are scarce and issued on a first-come, first-served basis. The promotional rates have been extended to 2026, and early reservations are strongly advised, particularly during high travel seasons, not during the discounted months.
Allow Hermosa Life Tours & Travel to handle:
- Gorillas allow reservations.
- Luxury and mid-range accommodation.
- Private safari transport
- Kigali city tours
- Combined Rwanda Uganda itineraries.
Book your gorilla trekking permit with Hermosa Life Tours and Travel today and receive a discounted permit for 2026.
And here your journey starts to the Land of a Thousand Hills.
