Context:
Day 1: Departure from Kigali and transfer to Volcanoes National Park.
Day 2: Gorilla trekking and transfer back to accommodation
Day 3: Gorilla trekking and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Day 4: Transfer back to Kigali
Overview:
On your safari, you’ll pass through Kigali city route to Volcanoes National Park for an exciting golden monkey trekking experience. From there, you’ll embark on an unforgettable border-crossing journey to southwestern Uganda, where you’ll have another incredible opportunity to encounter mountain gorillas in the stunning Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Day 1: Departure from Kigali and transfer to Volcanoes National Park.
Your driver-guide will pick you up from your designated location or Kigali Airport and take you on a drive through Kigali city to visit the Genocide Memorial. Afterward, you’ll be transferred to Uganda via the Katuna border, heading toward Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Upon arrival, you’ll check into your accommodation, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night.
Main Destination: Bwindi impenetrable forest national park
Accommodation: Broad bill eco lodge
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2: Gorilla trekking and transfer back to accommodation
Day 3: Gorilla trekking and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Start your day with an early breakfast, then head to the briefing point for the highlight of your adventure—gorilla trekking. The trek can last anywhere from 2 to 6 hours, depending on the gorilla group you’ll be visiting. Accompanied by Uganda Wildlife Authority guide and trackers, you’ll navigate through the rainforest and bamboo-covered slopes in search of a mountain gorilla family. While the walk can be challenging and sometimes long, any discomfort will fade away the moment you catch sight of the awe-inspiring silverback. Due to the nature of the trek, you’ll be provided with a packed lunch. Porters will assist by carrying your packed lunch and any small personal bags you may have.
Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation: Broad bill eco lodge
Meals & Drinks: All meals included
Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3: Gorilla trekking and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Begin your day with an early breakfast, then head to the briefing point for the highlight of your journey—gorilla trekking. The trek typically lasts between 2 to 6 hours, depending on the location of the gorilla family you’re assigned to visit. Guided by an experienced Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger and trackers, you’ll hike through lush rainforest and bamboo-covered slopes in search of these incredible primates. The trek can be physically demanding at times, but the moment you spot a majestic silverback, all the effort will feel more than worthwhile. A packed lunch will be provided due to the nature of the activity.
After the trek, you’ll travel through the scenic terraced hills toward Lake Bunyonyi.
Here, you can unwind with a peaceful canoe ride, or choose from optional activities such as swimming in the lake (which is safe and free of bilharzia), hiking along island trails, or taking a community walk to meet locals and enjoy the melodies of both resident and migratory birds. In the evening, you’ll enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Bunyonyi Rock Resort.
Primary Destination: Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda
Accommodation: Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort
Meals & Drinks: All meals provided
Beverages: Drinking water included (other drinks available at an additional cost)
Day 4: Transfer back to Kigali
After breakfast, check out of the lodge and begin your journey back across the border into Rwanda. You’ll continue to Kigali, carrying with you unforgettable memories of your encounter with the rare and majestic mountain gorillas. Enjoy a lunch stop along the way, then arrive in Kigali later in the evening, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or the airport as you bid farewell to the “Pearl of Africa.”
Final Destination: Kigali, Rwanda
Accommodation: None (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast and lunch included (dinner not included)
Beverages: Drinking water provided (other drinks available at own cost)
Tour Conclusion
| Total Trip Cost for YOUR SISTER | USD2.700 |
| Total Trip Cost for TARA SMITH | USD 3.300 |
Total trip cost will;
Included
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- Gorilla permits (Two per person, non-resident)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking water (On all days)
- Porters for one person for double Gorilla trekking
Total trip cost will;
Excluded
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
