2-Day Gorilla Trekking Uganda and Golden Monkeys Rwanda

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

Gorilla trekking in Uganda

Transfer and Border Crossing: Depart from Kigali by 3:30 AM to reach the Cyanika Border Post as it opens. Ensure you have your East Africa Tourist Visa ready for a smooth transition into Uganda.

The Trek: Arrive at Mgahinga Gorilla National Park for a briefing at the Ntebeko visitor center. You will spend the morning tracking the Nyakagezi gorilla family, the park's only habituated group, known for its unique social dynamics.

Evening: After the trek and lunch in Kisoro, return across the border to stay overnight in Musanze, positioning you perfectly for the next morning.

Main Destination:

Virunga Mountains (Mountain Range, Rwanda)

Accommodation:

Isange Paradise Resort

• Budget hotel located in Ruhengeri (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Golden monkeys and ibyiwacu cultural village

Golden Monkey Trekking: Head to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters in Kinigi for a 7:00 AM briefing. These striking, bamboo-dwelling primates are active and playful, providing excellent photography opportunities during your hour of observation.

Iby’iwacu Cultural Village: In the afternoon, visit the Gorilla Guardians (formerly Iby’iwacu). This community-led project offers an immersive look at Rwandan royalty, traditional medicine, and the famous Intore dance.

Return: Conclude your journey with a scenic drive back to Kigali in the late afternoon.

Tip: Wear long trousers and gaiters for both treks to protect against stinging nettles, and consider hiring a porter at the park entrances to assist with the terrain.

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:

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.