2-Day Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi from Kigali

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable

With an early departure from Kigali where we shall pick you up at your hotel, winding through Rwanda’s rolling hills and lively villages before crossing into Uganda. The drive itself feels like an unfolding adventure, with terraced farms, misty valleys, and endless green landscapes with vivid backdrop. As you approach Bwindi, the scenery transforms into dense rainforest, its towering trees and thick undergrowth hinting at the mysteries within. Arriving at your lodge, you settle in for lunch and a moment of rest, surrounded by the soothing sounds of nature. In the afternoon, the experience deepens with a guided community walk, where you meet the Batwa people, hear their stories, and witness traditions that have thrived for generations. The warmth of their culture and the beauty of the forest blend into a powerful introduction to Bwindi. As evening falls, you return to the lodge for dinner, the forest alive with nocturnal calls, and anticipation building for the adventure that awaits.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Trekking and Return to Kigali

The day begins with anticipation as dawn breaks over Bwindi’s misty canopy, the forest alive with birdsong and the promise of adventure. After a hearty breakfast, you head to the park headquarters for a briefing, where rangers share insights into the gorillas and the trek ahead. Soon, you set off into the dense jungle, following winding trails shaded by towering trees and tangled vines. The hike is invigorating, each step drawing you deeper into the wilderness until the moment arrives you encounter a gorilla family in their natural habitat. Watching them feed, play, and move with quiet strength is an awe inspiring experience that feels almost surreal. After an unforgettable hour, you trek back, your heart full of wonder, and return to the lodge for lunch and a chance to refresh. In the afternoon, the journey continues as you drive back toward Kigali, the rolling hills glowing, carrying with you memories of a day that will remain etched forever. We shall drop you off at your hotel.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.