3 Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking from Kigali

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3 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Face-to-face encounters with mountain gorillas await on this 3-day adventure through Uganda's breathtaking landscapes. Begin your journey with a scenic transfer from Kigali to Bwindi, soaking in views of the Virunga Mountains. Experience the thrill of gorilla trekking in the dense jungle, guided by experts committed to ensuring your safety and respect for the gorillas. Afterward, feel free to partake in optional activities like traditional coffee making, a visit to the Batwa village or a walk in the terraced hills.. This tour is ideal for nature lovers and adventure seekers aged 16-80 looking for a unique cultural and wildlife experience in East Africa.

- Encounter majestic mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the stunning Virunga Mountains
-Partcipate in optional activities like traditional coffee making
- Package includes meals, accommodation, and a gorilla trekking permit

What's Included

Lunch
Dinner (Optional[2])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[2])
Breakfast

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Your friendly guide will meet you at the confirmed pickup location, easily recognizable in a branded company shirt and safari van. They’ll introduce themselves with a smile and walk you through the day’s plan before you set off on your adventure together

Itinerary

Duration: 3 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Transfer from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest NP

    1 stop
  • 1
    Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

    Your Ibyiza Safaris guide will meet you at Kigali International Airport or your Kigali hotel for a quick briefing of the safari ahead before beginning the scenic journey to Bwindi. Travel through Rwanda's northwestern town of Ruhengeri, gateway to Volcanoes National Park, soaking in stunning landscapes and cultural glimpses along the way. Cross the Cyanika border into Kisoro, a charming town nestled in the foothills of the Virunga Mountains, before winding through the picturesque hills of Kisoro and Kabale to reach Bwindi. Check in and enjoy the rest of the day at your own pace.

    5 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 2

    Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest NP

    1 stop
  • 2
    Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

    Today is the day you've been dreaming of, a face-to-face encounter with the gentle giants of Bwindi. Your experience begins with a detailed briefing on trekking guidelines, ensuring your safety and the protection of the gorillas and their habitat. Led by an experienced guide and ranger, you'll venture deep into Bwindi's dense, ancient forest, winding through lush vegetation until that breathtaking, humbling moment when the mountain gorillas appear before you. You will spend one magical hour in their presence, a life-changing experience no photograph can fully capture. After this experience, head back to the lodge to re-energise with a well deserved lunch. In the afternoon, feel free to relax at your lodge for the day's experience to soak in or partake in optional activities like traditional coffee making, a visit to the Batwa village or a walk in the terraced hills.

    6 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 3

    Transfer to Kigali

    1 stop
  • Kabale (Pass by)

    Wake up to the sounds of the forest and the sweet memories of yesterday's extraordinary encounter. Enjoy breakfast at a relaxed pace, there is no rush this morning. When ready, begin the scenic journey back to Kigali via the Gatuna border, the busiest crossing between Uganda and Rwanda, pausing in the lively town of Kabale for some souvenir shopping and a last taste of local culture before crossing back into Rwanda and onward to Kigali.

Additional info

  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Ibyiza Safaris

Tags

Nature and Wildlife Tours
Multi-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
4WD Tours
Walking Tours
Nature Walks
Adventure Tours
Involves Animals

Cancellation Policy

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

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