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2-Day Gorilla Trekking Adventure in Uganda from Kigali

2-Day Gorilla Trekking Adventure in Uganda from Kigali

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2-Day Gorilla Trekking Adventure in Uganda from Kigali

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Overview

This 2-day gorilla trekking safari takes you from Kigali, Rwanda, to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda, one of the best places in the world to encounter endangered mountain gorillas. You will experience an unforgettable adventure, trekking through dense forests to observe these majestic primates in their natural habitat before returning to Kigali.

Schedule Details

Day 1: Transfer from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Today, you will be picked met by our Ugandan driver-guide of Mizube Tours from your hotel in Kigali or from Kigali International Airport, depending on what time you arrive at the airport. He will brief you about your safari and then transfer you to Bwindi impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga National Park depending on the availability of gorilla trekking permits. This journey is very scenic and will take you through a country of a thousand hills Rwanda to the pearl of Africa Uganda. You will cross over the border to Uganda through Katuna and make a stopover for lunch in Kabale before proceeding to Bwindi's Impenetrable forest for an overnight stay.

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Transfer back to Kigali

Today is the day you have been waiting for. After an early breakfast, your driver-guide will transfer you to the starting point for a briefing about the gorilla trekking adventure you are about to take. You will be briefed by experienced ranger guides and trackers from the Uganda Wildlife Authority. Coming face to face with mountain gorillas depends on where they nested the previous night and can take 2-7 hours before you meet them. Gorilla tracking can be physically demanding but the whole experience is amazing and worth it. You will track a habituated family which is comfortable with human presence. Once you meet these beautiful gentle giant gorillas, you will be allowed one hour with them, watching how they interact with their young ones, vocalize, and feed.
You will then have your lunch away from them in the forest and return to the park offices for a small ceremony.
You will then be transferred back to your hotel in Kigali or to the airport for your onward travel.

F.A.Q

Is the gorilla trek difficult?

Gorilla trekking can be moderately challenging because it involves hiking through thick forest terrain in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The trek may take 1 to 6 hours, depending on the location of the gorillas that day.

However, porters are available to help carry bags and assist during the hike.

What is the minimum age for gorilla trekking?

The minimum age allowed for gorilla trekking in Uganda is 15 years, according to regulations by the Uganda Wildlife Authority.

What should I pack for gorilla trekking?

Recommended packing items include:

  • Hiking boots

  • Long-sleeved shirts and trousers

  • Rain jacket

  • Garden gloves

  • Insect repellent

  • Sunscreen

  • Camera (no flash)

  • Reusable water bottle

When is the best time to go gorilla trekking?

Gorilla trekking is available all year round, but the best months are during the dry seasons:

  • June to September

  • December to February

During these months the trails in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park are easier to hike.

Can the 2-day gorilla trek start from Kigali?

Yes. Many travelers choose to start the tour from Kigali because it is only about 4–5 hours by road to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

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What's Included
  • A professional driver/guide
  • Airport Transfer
  • All accommodation
  • All ground transportation
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Drinking water (On all days)
  • Gorilla and chimpanzee permits
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Park fees
  • Round trip airport transfer
What's Excluded
  • Government-imposed increases of taxes or park fees
  • Optional activities not included in itinerary
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visas, etc.)
  • Tips & gratuities (recommended US$10 per person per day)
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