Iriza Tours and Safaris

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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

Arrival in Kigali and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Arrival in Kigali and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Your driver guide from Iriza Tours & Safaris will welcome you upon arrival at the airport or pick you up from your hotel in Kigali. Begin the journey with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about Rwanda’s history and resilience following the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi.

After the visit, continue through Rwanda’s scenic countryside toward the Uganda border and proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Upon arrival at your lodge, check in and relax before dinner and overnight stay.

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

Accommodation:
Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters with your packed lunch for a briefing on gorilla trekking guidelines. You will then join a small group led by experienced guides and rangers to track one of Bwindi’s habituated gorilla families deep within the rainforest.

The trek can take between 30 minutes and several hours depending on the movement of the gorillas. Once located, spend one unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat.

After the trekking experience, return to the starting point and continue your journey back into Rwanda to Volcanoes National Park. Arrive at your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge
  • Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Golden Monkey Trekking and Return to Kigali

Golden Monkey Trekking and Return to Kigali

Following breakfast, head to the Volcanoes National Park headquarters for a briefing before starting your golden monkey trekking experience. Venture into the bamboo forests where these rare and energetic primates can be seen jumping through the trees and feeding along the forest edges.

After spending time with the golden monkeys, return to the lodge for lunch before driving back to Kigali. Drop-off can be arranged at the airport or your hotel depending on your departure plans. This marks the end of your 3-day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Rwanda Golden Monkey Safari.

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

Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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 Iriza Tours and 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 Iriza Tours and Safaris.