Galactic Safaris

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$1,430 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Kigali to Bwindi National Park

Kigali to Bwindi National Park

Begin with a short city tour in Kigali before departing for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Cross into Uganda via the Katuna Border Post and continue to Kabale for lunch. Afterward, proceed through the scenic highlands to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. In the evening, enjoy a cultural encounter with the Batwa community and learn about their traditional forest lifestyle, music, and dances.

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 Havens Lodge
  • Budget lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest & lake Bunyonyi

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest & lake Bunyonyi

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a briefing before starting your gorilla trekking adventure. Trek through the rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family and spend one unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat. After the trek, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for a relaxing sunset boat cruise across the scenic lake before your overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
Accommodation:
Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi
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Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Transfer to Kigali

Transfer to Kigali

After breakfast at your lodge, depart Lake Bunyonyi and transfer back to Kigali, arriving by midday for drop-off at the airport or your hotel.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Galactic Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Galactic Safaris.