4-Day Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Lake Bunyonyi Escape

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

Kigali Rwanda to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park Uganda

Meet your private guide at your Kigali hotel after a morning breakfast and visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial to gain a deep understanding of Rwanda’s history. Afterward, enjoy a scenic 4-hour drive northwest through lush hills, terraced landscapes, and vibrant local markets. Cross into Uganda and arrive at Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, located at the foot of the Virunga Volcanoes. Take in the breathtaking scenery and settle in at your lodge for the night. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or similar lodge.

Main Destination:

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to January (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather Jun to Aug and Dec to Jan (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

BuffaloOccasional

ElephantRare

LeopardRare

White RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Travellers Rest Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Gorilla Trekking Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Start early with breakfast before heading to the park ranger station for a briefing on gorilla trekking rules and safety. Trek through varying terrain guided by an experienced ranger to locate a gorilla family. Spend one hour observing the gorillas in their natural habitat, capturing photographs and witnessing their playful and social behaviors. Return to the lodge to relax and reflect on this extraordinary wildlife encounter. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or similar lodge.

Main Destination:

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Travellers Rest Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Golden Monkey Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After breakfast, transfer to the Ntebeko Visitors Center for golden monkey trekking. Explore the forest and volcanic slopes with a ranger guide to encounter these colorful and endangered primates. Spend one hour observing and photographing the monkeys as they forage and play. After the trek, drive to the serene Lake Bunyonyi, a picturesque lake surrounded by lush hills and islands. Enjoy the tranquility and scenic views of this stunning location. Overnight at Lake Bunyonyi Overland Camp or similar.

Main Destination:

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Travellers Rest Hotel

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Lake Bunyonyi Uganda to Kigali Rwanda

Begin the day with an early breakfast before traveling back to Kigali, Rwanda. Journey through rolling hills and scenic countryside, reflecting on the unforgettable wildlife encounters and cultural experiences of your trip. Arrive in Kigali where your driver/guide will drop you off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your 4-day adventure.

Main Destination:

Kigali (Rwanda)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• 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.