4 Day Uganda Rwanda Gorilla Safari

DAY 1 : VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

On arrival into Kigali, our Uganda Rwanda Gorilla Safari will start off with a city tour including a visit to the genocide memorial & exhibition.

Transfer 2.5hrs to the Volcanoes National Park.

Stay for one night at MOUNTAIN GORILLA VIEW HOTEL.

In the afternoon you be able to plant a tree through the Red Rocks community group which is assisting with the re-forestation project in Rwanda.  This can be swapped for a guided village walk if you prefer.

Note: Arrival into Kigali should be by 3pm latest.  Late arrivals may not have time for community visits or city tours.  We can assist with overnight arrangements as required  at additional cost.

DAY 2 : BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST

In the morning you will be transferred to the trekking HQ where you join a walking group to trek the Golden Monkeys.

After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch (included) before transferring across the border into the Bwindi National Park where you stay for two nights at RUSHAGA GORILLA HAVENS LODGE staying in a private cottage which has a view of the mountains from the terrace.

DAY 3 : BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST

Enjoy the wildlife encounter of a lifetime as you trek the majestic Mountain Gorillas of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.    The Rushaga sector is home to the highest number of Gorilla families including the largest ‘Nshongi family’ which has over 15 individuals.  We include a special surprise  gift for all clients on the trek as a memento to take home and remember your experience.

In the afternoon you will be taken on a guided walking tour of the community with a scenic view point where all 6 volcanoes can be seen at one time.   This is truly one of the best views in Africa!

Overnight at RUSHAGA GORILLA HAVENS LODGE.

DAY 4 : END OF ITINERARY

At your leisure you will be transferred back to Kigali (5 hour drive).  As way of wrapping up our exciting uganda rwanda gorilla safari adventure professionally, we will drop you off at the airport or a city hotel and will include a packed lunch for your journey.

Flight departing after 2:00pm is required.

Those with late evening flight departures may wish to include a stop at Lake Mutanda where a guided canoe excursion offers outstanding views of the lakes from the dug-out canoes as you explore the smaller islands or search for otters in the lake.   Pre-booking is required.  We can also arrange city tours or hotel rooms  in Kigali at additional cost for those with time to pass before flights.

From: USD $2,565 per person – based on 2 sharing in low season 2019 at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge.
Low season: (MARCH / APRIL / MAY / OCT & NOV)

(Private cottages at Nkuringo Lodge)

Please contact us for a quote for other dates or for solo traveler rates.

Accommodation level:  Mid-range

Price Includes

Private transfers in 4×4 Landcruisers, city tour in Kigali & entrance fees to genocide memorial, community project visit and tree planting, accommodation, all meals as listed, 1x Golden Monkey permit & 1x Gorilla trekking permit per person, park fees, VAT and medical evacuation cover.

Price Excludes

International flights, visas, travel insurance, drinks, laundry service, massage treatments, tipping, porter hire & optional activities in Bwindi.