AFRICA

Rwanda Gorillas and Volcano Photography Workshop

8 DAY ADVENTURE

Experience the true African wildlife experience in Rwanda

 

This amazing eight day Rwanda Photography Adventure includes four highlights of Virunga National Park, ticking off some unique and bucket list items:

  1. Trekking through the Virunga rainforests to find the endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
  2. An overnight stay on the Nyiragongo volcano summit, with a spectacular view of the world's largest lava lake.
  3. Visit conservation projects and the only Mountain Gorilla Orphanage.
  4. Visit the unique Congohounds Anti-Poaching Unit.

HIDDEN

GEMS

You'll photograph many of the hidden gems of Rwanda on this workshop.

ONE-ON-ONE

TUITION

Limited to just 8 participants, you'll receive plenty of expert tuition from your two expert guides.

LUXURY ACCOMMODATION

You'll be staying in your very own modern private room with ensuite for ultimate privacy.

ALL

INCLUSIVE

All transportation, accommodation, meals, drinks, and tuition is included.

YOUR FULL ITINERARY


Keen wildlife watchers look out for gorillas in the jungles of Rwanda Africa.


Day 1 - Arrive Kigali International Airport, Rwanda

On arrival, you will be met by Tom & Clint who will transfer you to Retreat by Heaven for your overnight stay.

STAY - RETREAT BY HEAVEN

 

Day 2 - VIRUNGA NATIONAL PARK

After a relaxed breakfast, we will be picked up by our Inspired Journeys drive and go 3.5 hours through the hillsides of Rwanda. On arrival in Gisenyi (Rwanda Border crossing), an Inspired Journeys representative will be there to assist you into Goma (D.R.C Border crossing). The border crossing usually takes 0.5hrs to 1.5hr.

You will arrive at Grande Barriere border crossing at 10:00am and check-in with Virunga tourism office by 11:00am.

You will receive your gorilla and volcano trek permits at check-in, where you will need to present them at the start of each trek. Once check-in is complete, you will transfer with Virunga shared transport to Mikeno Lodge.

On arrival to Mikeno Lodge, a late lunch will be served and the afternoon can be enjoyed at leisure, including exploring Rumangabo’s several nature trails, bird watching or paying a visit to the Congohounds Anti-Poaching Unit.

STAY - MIKENO LODGE

 

Day 3 - VIRUNGA NATIONAL PARK

After an early breakfast at Mikeno Lodge, you will set off for the first gorilla trek at Bukima Ranger Post. On arrival to Bukima, you will meet the Ranger guides and local pisteurs to receive a briefing before starting the gorilla trek. Treks usually require 1 - 2.5 hours of hiking each way, depending on location of the group and the difficulty of the terrain. After spending 1 hour with the gorillas, you will return to Bukima camp where a late lunch will be served, and you will have the rest of the afternoon off to explore Bukima, including bird watching and visiting the Park’s bamboo project.

STAY - Bukima Tented Camp

 

Day 4 - VIRUNGA NATIONAL PARK

After a relaxed breakfast in camp, head down the hill at 8:30am for the start of your second gorilla trek. After spending 1 hour with the gorillas, you will return to Bukima camp where a quick lunch will be served. Once all gorilla trekkers have returned, guests will be transferred together back to Mikeno Lodge. On arrival to Mikeno, you have the afternoon free to explore the Park Headquarters or cosy up with a nice book by the fire.

STAY - MIKENO LODGE

 

Day 5 - VIRUNGA NATIONAL PARK

This is a day to relax, explore and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Mikeno Lodge, and visit some of the amazing conservation & community projects based at the headquarters as follows:

  • The Senkwekwe Mountain Gorilla Orphanage
  • The Congohounds Anti-Poaching Unit
  • The Widows of Fallen Rangers Project
  • Rumangabo Village Orphanage

STAY - MIKENO LODGE

 

Day 6 - VIRUNGA NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast at Mikeno Lodge, we transfer to the Kibati Ranger Post, which is the departure point for the Nyiragongo volcano trek. On arrival at Kibati, you will receive a briefing where you will have the opportunity to hire porters. There will be a cook that accompanies you, who will prepare all your meals and snacks on the trip. It’s about a four to seven hour hike to the summit, where you will spend the night in the rustic shelters looking at the biggest lava lake on the planet, one of the most spectacular sights in the world. A true once in a lifetime experience!

STAY - NYIRAGONGO VOLCANO

 

Day 7 - KIGALI

Wake up and watch the sunrise; a fantastic experience and photographic opportunity, followed by a simple breakfast on the summit and a last look at the lava lake, start your descend down the mountain around 6:00am.

This will take between two to four hours depending on your group’s level of fitness. A Virunga National Park vehicle will meet you at the bottom of the volcano, transfer you back to Goma on a 0.5hr drive, where an Inspired Journeys representative will assist you with your border crossing back into Rwanda. After the border crossing (0.5hr – 1.5hours), you may choose to stop in Gisenyi for lunch at Calafia Restaurant or in Ruhengeri at the Bamboo Restaurant, where you can visit the Karisoke Museum (Dian Fossey Museum). and then transfer for 3.5 hours back to Kigali, and if you feel up for it, you can visit the Genocide Memorial before transferring to Retreat by Heaven for your overnight.

STAY - RETREAT BY HEAVEN

 

Day 8 - End of Workshop

Depending on your departure flight, take a full day or half day city tour.

Check out and transfer to Kigali International Airport for your flight out of Rwanda.

 

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Rwanda Gorilla Photo Workshop

Eight unforgettable days photographing the spectacular wildlife and scenery of Rwanda.

  • GORILLA TREKKING - You'll photograph gorillas up close and personal on this Rwanda Gorilla Photography Workshop.

  • ONE-ON-ONE TUITION - Limited to just 8 participants, you'll receive plenty of expert tuition from your two expert leaders.

  • LUXURY ACCOMMODATION - You'll be staying in your very own modern private room with ensuite for ultimate privacy.

  • ALL INCLUSIVE - Just get yourself to Rwanda and we'll take care of the rest!  All luxury transportation, accommodation, gourmet meals, drinks, and expert tuition is included.


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Over 15 years in the industry

"Clint and I met 30 years ago and grew up birdwatching together. Having traveled the world, Clint has spent the last 10 years running his own safari company in Africa, guiding clients through the stunning landscapes. I'm super excited to be partnering with Clint to run this unique workshop. Clint is an exceptional biologist with a great sense of humour. Everyone on this workshop will have a great time to Clint."

Tom Putt

Your Leader

 

Why come on a Tom Putt Workshop?

Tom Putt is one of Australia's leading landscape photographers.

 

Tom's passion for sharing his knowledge about photography is well known in the industry. Since 2005, he has taught thousands of amateur photographers the art of landscape photography.

 

Tom sells his fine art landscape photography through his signature gallery in Mornington, Victoria. 

 

He has won over 200 International & National Awards for his photography including the 2020 Fine Art Panoramic Photographer of the Year and the 2019 International Aerial & Nature Photographer of the Year.

 

Enquire today to secure your limited place on this incredible Rwanda Photography Workshop.

 

 

 

OVER 200 INTERNATIONAL & NATIONAL AWARDS

2020 Fine Art Panoramic Photographer of the Year

2019 International Aerial & Nature Photographer of the Year

 

BOOKING FORM


Rwanda Gorilla Photo Workshop

Eight unforgettable days photographing the spectacular wildlife and scenery of Rwanda.

  • GORILLA TREKKING - You'll photograph gorillas up close and personal on this Rwanda Gorilla Photography Workshop.

  • ONE-ON-ONE TUITION - Limited to just 8 participants, you'll receive plenty of expert tuition from your two expert leaders.

  • LUXURY ACCOMMODATION - You'll be staying in your very own modern private room with ensuite for ultimate privacy.

  • ALL INCLUSIVE - Just get yourself to Rwanda and we'll take care of the rest!  All luxury transportation, accommodation, gourmet meals, drinks, and expert tuition is included.


Secure Order

256BIT – Encryption

Trust

Over 15 years in the industry