Gorilla Trekking
3 Days | Road Safari
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Deep within the emerald shadows of Bwindi, the world slows to a heartbeat. Guided by those who know the forest’s secrets, you’ll push through ancient ferns to find them: the mountain gorillas. Standing mere feet from these gentle giants isn’t just a wildlife encounter—it’s a soul-stirring brush with our own origins that redefines your connection to the wild.
✓ Short and scenic road transfer from Kigali.
✓ Once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience.
✓ Flexible border access via Cyanika or Katuna.
✓ Ideal for combining Rwanda flights with Uganda gorilla permits.
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DAY 1: KIgali To Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Depart Kigali in the morning and drive north through Rwanda’s beautiful rolling hills toward the Cyanika or Katuna border. After completing border formalities, continue into southwestern Uganda, passing volcanic landscapes and rural villages.
Arrive at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in the afternoon and check in to your lodge. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, relaxing and preparing for the next day’s gorilla trek.
Overnight: Bwindi at a lodge or camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner -
DAY 2 : Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Experience.
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers before setting out on your guided gorilla trek. Trek duration varies depending on the location of the gorilla family.
Once the gorillas are found, enjoy one unforgettable hour observing them in their natural forest habitat — a rare and life-changing wildlife experience.
Return to the lodge in the afternoon to relax or enjoy an optional community or cultural visit.
Overnight: Bwindi at a lodge or camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner -
DAY 3: Bwindi Back To Kigali
After breakfast, begin your return journey to Kigali, crossing back into Rwanda. Enjoy scenic views along the way, with a lunch stop en route.
Arrive in Kigali in the afternoon, in time for your onward international flight or post-safari accommodation.
Meal plan: Breakfast & Lunch
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INCLUDED
- Private road transfers in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Border crossing assistance
- Gorilla trekking permit (Uganda)
- Accommodation and meals as specified
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EXCLUDED
- Anything not in the includes.
