3 days Uganda gorilla trek from Rwanda

This 3 days Uganda gorilla trek from Kigali will be suitable for those that want to trek gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable national park but prefer a short drive since Bwindi is close to Rwanda. The drive from Kigali to Bwindi park is 4-5 hours which is shorter compared to the 8-9 hours drive from Kampala to Bwindi park. This trip can also be done in case you want to stay in Rwanda but are interested in having a gorilla trek in Uganda. Many tourists are interested in trekking gorillas in Uganda because a gorilla permit in Uganda goes for 700 USD whereas a permit in Rwanda costs 1500 USD which helps to save. Read more about gorillas in Uganda and Rwanda.

Tour highlights: 3 days bwindi gorilla trek from Rwanda

  • Day 1: Pick up Kigali and transfer to Bwindi forest park (Uganda)

  • Day 2: Gorilla trekking experience Bwindi impenetrable national park

  • Day 3: Transfer back to Kigali/city tour

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  • DAY 1: KIGALI - BWINDI IMPENETRABLE NATIONAL PARK

    Upon arrival in Kigali, you will be welcomed and briefed by your driver and begin the 4-5 hour drive north to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You are also free to have a night in Kigali upon arrival for relaxation and then start this safari the next day.

    Your drive will take you through beautiful mountain valleys and terraced farms, along your journey, you will cross the border at Katuna, entering Uganda driving through the rolling hills of Kisoro arriving at your accommodation on time for check in and lunch. You may have an optional activity later in the afternoon(Community walk and cultural experience with the Batwa people).

    Accommodation options:

    Luxury: Buhoma Lodge/Sanctuary Gorilla forest camp/Mahogany springs lodge/

    Mid-range: Buhoma community haven lodge/Silverback lodge/Gorilla Mist Camp/Rushaga gorilla camp

    Budget: Buhoma Community Rest Camp/bwindi forest lodge/gorilla valley lodge/Ride 4 a woman

    DAY 2: GORILLA TREKKING BWINDI IMPENETRABLE PARK

    After an early breakfast at your hotel, with your packed lunch you will proceed directly to the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park's headquarters. After completing the briefing by the park officials about the code of conduct in the forest, you will embark on the once-in-a-lifetime experience of tracking the mountain gorillas.

    One of the most memorable experiences you are likely to ever have, you will be allowed an hour of close contact with the gorillas once you find them. You will be privileged enough to come within mere meters of a family of these rare and beautiful animals, observing their family dynamics and getting to learn about each gorilla's distinct personality after completing this trek, you will be given a certificate for completing a gorilla trek successfully in Uganda. later drive back to lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight.

    Accommodations Options

    Luxury: Buhoma Lodge/Sanctuary Gorilla forest camp/Mahogany springs lodge/

    Mid-range: Buhoma community haven lodge/Silverback lodge/Gorilla Mist Camp/Rushaga gorilla camp

    Budget: Buhoma Community Rest Camp/bwindi forest lodge/gorilla valley lodge/Ride 4 a woman

    DAY 3: TRANSFER FROM BWINDI - KIGALI CITY TOUR

    You will have your breakfast and then drive back to Kigali with a city tour including the Genocide Memorial, the Presidential Palace Museum, and the local craft markets. thereby having lunch and driving back to your hotel/Airport to catch your flight back home.

  • Important to Know

    • Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country

    • The Tour can be customized to accommodate bigger groups upon inquiry

  • Price Inclusions

    • Transportation in a Tour Van/Land Cruiser

    • Service of an English-speaking tour guide/Driver

    • Gorilla Permit

    • All meals on Safari

    • Accommodation on full board.

    • Transfers to and from Entebbe Airport/Kampala

    Price Exclusions

    • All activities not mentioned in the tour

    • Tips

    • International Transfers

    • Personal insurance


getting there

This tour starts and ends in Kigali

  • Book your own international flights - Fly to/from Kigali International Airport

  • A transfer from and back to the airport can also be arranged

  • Additional accommodation in Kigali before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost.