From Kigali: 1-Day Uganda Gorilla tracking experience

5.0 (2 reviews) Kigali, Rwanda
Duration6h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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LanguagesEnglish, French
Private tourOnly your group will participate
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Overview

This gorilla trekking experience offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to observe endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Begin in Rwanda and cross into Uganda’s Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, trekking through the lush Virunga Mountains with the guidance of knowledgeable local experts who share insights into gorilla behavior and the surrounding ecosystem. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking scenery and spot other wildlife and birds.

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Gorilla Trekking Adventure: Uganda Day Trip from Kigali

Pickup included

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Duration: 8 hours
Lunch
4x4 Comfortable car
Pickup included

What's included

  • Profesional guiding service
  • Pickup & Drop off in comfortable 4x4 Car
  • Lunch
  • Scenic Views
  • Gorilla permit arrangement
  • Bottled water
  • Seamless Border crossing
  • Gorilla Permit
  • Visa

What to expect

  1. Kigali
    Pass by
    Begin your unforgettable journey with an early morning pickup at 3:00 AM from your hotel in Kigali. Set out on a scenic three-hour drive northwest to reach Uganda’s Bwindi impenetrable National Park, enjoying the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes along the way.
  2. Rwanda
    3h
    Before the trek, stop for a delicious breakfast at a nearby hotel, featuring freshly baked breads, pastries, and a variety of hot and cold dishes.
    Continue with a brief stop at the Rwanda-Uganda border to clear customs before heading to the park headquarters, where you’ll meet your experienced guides and receive a briefing on the trek.
  3. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
    3m
    Venture into the misty mountain forest on an extraordinary trek in search of mountain gorillas. The hike can last up to three hours or more, navigating steep, high-altitude terrain on the slopes of the Virunga Mountains. Once the gorillas are located, enjoy a full hour observing these rare primates up close, sometimes just meters away a truly once in a lifetime experience with one of the world’s most endangered species.
  4. Uganda
    2h
    After the trek, enjoy lunch in a nearby town before starting the journey back to Kigali. If you have a flight, you’ll arrive in time for your airport transfer. Otherwise, there may be time for last-minute shopping or relaxation before concluding your extraordinary day.

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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