Golden monkey trekking

Golden monkey trekking in Rwanda is a popular tourist activity that allows visitors to see the endangered golden monkeys in their natural habitat. The golden monkey is a species of Old World monkey found in the Virunga Mountains of Central Africa, including Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

To go golden monkey trekking in Rwanda, you’ll need to obtain a permit from the Rwanda Development Board (RDB). The cost of a permit is $100 per person per trek. The permit allows you to spend one hour with the golden monkeys and the trek can take anywhere from 30 minutes to several hours depending on where the monkeys are located.

The trekking itself takes place in Volcanoes National Park, which is located in the northern part of Rwanda. The park is home to several other endangered species, including mountain gorillas, and is a popular destination for wildlife enthusiasts.