4-Day Gorilla Safari Across Rwanda & Uganda Midrange

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Exploring Rwanda's historical landmark

Your safari begins with a warm welcome from your private guide at your hotel in Kigali following your morning breakfast. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial to honor the victims of the 1994 genocide, an important cultural and historical experience. Depart the city and travel north through Rwanda’s iconic rolling hills on a scenic 2 to 5hour drive to Volcanoes National Park depending on the weather and traffic. This park, made famous by Dian Fossey’s research, offers dramatic views of the Virunga Mountains. Settle into your lodge surrounded by natural beauty and prepare for the adventures ahead.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August (It is drier and hiking is easier)

High Season June to September (Permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Volcanoes NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

ElephantRare

BuffaloRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel

• Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Gorilla trekking in the volcanoes

After an early breakfast, head to Kinigi Park Headquarters for your trekking briefing. You will enjoy the Gorilla Trek. Offer exciting opportunities to experience the park’s diverse wildlife and lush rainforest. In the afternoon, cross the border into Uganda and continue to Bwindi impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and sanctuary for nearly half the world’s mountain gorillas have an evening game drive then head to the lodge to prepare for tomorrow's adventure.

Main Destination:

Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Uganda Gorilla trekking in Bwindi impenetrable national park

Begin with an early breakfast before transferring to the ranger station for your Uganda gorilla trekking briefing. You’ll then set off into the dense forest accompanied by a trained ranger in search of one of the habituated gorilla families. Once found, spend an awe inspiring hour observing the gorillas up close in their natural habitat. This powerful experience offers a deep connection with nature. Afterward, return to the lodge to relax and reflect on your incredible encounter.

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 just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Scenic drive to kisoro

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the lodge before beginning your return journey to Kisoro. Travel through the scenic highlands of southwestern Uganda and a drop off to Kisoro, soaking in the final views of this rich landscape. Upon arrival in Kisoro, your guide will transfer you to your hotel or airport, depending on your departure time. This concludes your unforgettable gorilla trekking safari.

Main Destination:

Kisoro (Town, Uganda)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.