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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Kigali – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Arrival in Kigali – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide who will brief you about your journey ahead.
Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short Kigali city experience including visits to local craft markets, cultural centers, or the Kigali Genocide Memorial before departing for northern Rwanda.
Begin the scenic drive toward Volcanoes National Park, passing through Rwanda’s beautiful rolling hills, local villages, and terraced countryside often referred to as the “Land of a Thousand Hills.”
Upon arrival at your lodge near the park, check in and enjoy dinner while preparing for the next day’s trekking adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Golden Monkey Tracking and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Golden Monkey Tracking and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing about golden monkey trekking guidelines and forest safety.
Enter the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park accompanied by experienced park rangers and guides. The trek leads through beautiful forest trails in search of the rare golden monkeys, known for their playful behavior and energetic movements through the trees.
Once located, spend time observing and photographing these fascinating primates in their natural habitat while enjoying the stunning volcanic scenery.
After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch before crossing into Uganda through the Cyanika border post. Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, one of Africa’s oldest rainforests and home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas.
Arrive at your lodge in the evening and relax as you prepare for the gorilla trekking experience.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for registration and a gorilla trekking briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers.
Enter the mist-covered rainforest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. The trek takes you through dense forest, steep terrain, and lush vegetation while guides share information about the ecosystem and wildlife.
Once the gorillas are located, spend one unforgettable hour observing them as they feed, groom, rest, and interact within their family group. This extraordinary encounter is considered one of Africa’s greatest wildlife experiences.
After trekking, return to the lodge for lunch before transferring to the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by terraced hills and dotted with small islands.
Relax at the lakeside and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere after your trekking adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Lake Bunyonyi – Return to Kigali Departure
Lake Bunyonyi – Return to Kigali Departure
Wake up to stunning sunrise views over Lake Bunyonyi, one of the deepest and most scenic lakes in Africa.
After breakfast, enjoy a short canoe ride or nature walk around the lake depending on your departure schedule.
Later, begin the scenic drive back to Kigali through the beautiful landscapes of Uganda and Rwanda with optional stops for photography and souvenir shopping.
You will then be transferred to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Rwanda and Uganda primate safari.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali International Airport (Kigali, Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
