How Much Does a Golden Monkey Permit Cost in Rwanda?
A golden monkey permit for Volcanoes National Park costs $100 per person per trek — issued by the Rwanda Development Board and often included in a guided day trip from Kigali.
How the Permit Is Secured
Golden monkey permits are booked with the Rwanda Development Board in the trekkers’ names using passport details and are non-transferable. They rarely sell out months ahead like gorilla permits, but we reserve yours as soon as dates are confirmed.
Is It Worth It?
At one-fifteenth of the gorilla permit price, the golden monkey trek delivers longer viewing on lighter terrain with typically far fewer trekkers — one of the rarest primates in Africa, for a fraction of the price.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the golden monkey permit the same as the gorilla permit?
No. The golden monkey permit ($100) is a separate, far cheaper ticket for the bamboo-zone monkey troops; the gorilla permit ($1,500) covers the hour with a gorilla family.
Where do I book a golden monkey permit for Rwanda?
Through the Rwanda Development Board. Your operator books it on your behalf with your passport details before travel.
Do golden monkey permits sell out?
Far less often than gorilla permits, but availability drops in the June–September high season, so we book ahead.
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