3-Day Gorilla Trekking Safari from Kigali Rwanda

Kigali, Rwanda
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Duration3 days
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

You'll embark on an unforgettable 3-day adventure to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to half of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas. Starting in Kigali, Rwanda, this journey combines breathtaking scenery, cultural encounters, and the once-in-a-lifetime experience of gorilla trekking

What's included

  • In-person Guide: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast

What to expect

Day 1: Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Rushaga Sector)
  1. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
    8h
    You will meet your driver-guide in Kigali for a briefing on the journey and lunch. You will depart Kigali for Bwindi. You'll enjoy scenic views of Rwanda’s rolling hills and cross into Uganda via the Cyanika Border. Border Formalities: Complete immigration requirements at Cyanika.

    You'll arrive at Rushaga Gorilla Camp, check-in, freshen up, and enjoy dinner while soaking in the serene forest atmosphere.
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  1. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
    8h
    You'll have breakfast at the camp to fuel up for the adventure ahead.
    Trek briefing: You'll meet at the Rushaga trekking point for an orientation from the Uganda Wildlife
    Authority guides.
    Gorilla trekking experience: You'll embark on a guided trek through Bwindi’s dense forest to encounter a habituated gorilla family. You will spend up to one hour observing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
    You will return to the camp: Relax and enjoy a hearty lunch.

    Optional activities:
    Community walks to experience local Batwa culture.
    You'll relax at the camp and enjoy the forest views.

    You will have dinner at the camp sharing stories of your trek with fellow travelers around the campfire.
Day 3: Return to Kigali
  1. Kigali
    8h
    You will have breakfast at the camp with forest views.
    You'll depart Bwindi and drive back to Kigali, enjoying breathtaking landscapes and opportunities for photo stops along the way.
    In the afternoon, you'll arrive in Kigali.
    You will be dropped off at your preferred location (airport or hotel).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will pick you up at the meeting point and a tour guide will have a placard of client identification

End point

We will pick you up at the meeting point and a tour guide will have a placard of client identification

Pickup details

We will pick you up at the meeting point and a tour guide will have a placard of client identification

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
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