$2,109 to $2,219 pp (USD)
2 travelers on Start dateTransfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Commencing your day with a satisfying breakfast at your Kigali hotel or following an early-morning pickup from the airport, our experienced tour guide will be there to greet you. A brief yet insightful city tour will set the stage for your remarkable journey to the renowned Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.
As far as names go, there are few that evoke the essence of Africa as vividly as the Impenetrable Forest of Bwindi. Picture vast expanses of steep mountains enveloped in dense, humid jungle, and you're on the right track. Spanning an impressive 331 square kilometers, this World Heritage-listed sanctuary, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, is one of the continent's oldest ecosystems. It has withstood the test of time, persevering through the last Ice Age when many other forests on the continent disappeared into history.
Upon your arrival, you will be warmly welcomed at the lodge, where you can unwind and savor the breathtaking vistas of the sprawling forest.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Haven's Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Start your day with a delicious breakfast, ensuring you're well-prepared for the adventures ahead. Grab your packed lunch and make your way to the nearby park headquarters, just a stone's throw away. Here, you'll receive a comprehensive briefing, be assigned to your respective Gorilla groups, and then trek into the forest. The duration of your trek through Bwindi can vary, spanning from 2 to 8 hours, contingent upon the Gorillas' movements.
Upon locating them, you'll spend up to 1 hour observing and photographing the gorillas. Following the trek, savor a well-deserved lunch and receive your official Gorilla trekking certificate. After, meet your guide and transfer back to the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Haven's Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park & Evening Boat Cruise
Begin your day with a transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park in Kasese. This park hosts nearly 100 mammal species and over 600 bird types. You'll encounter large hippo schools, forest hogs, and Uganda kobs, often seen in the tourist villages of the scenic Mweya Peninsula, nestled by the Rwenzori Mountains.
Explore the isolated Ishasha Sector for tree-climbing lions, Maramagambo forest for diverse monkeys and birds, and crater lakes teeming with pink flamingos. Kyambura Gorges is home to habituated chimpanzees. Upon reaching Queen Elizabeth (Mweya Sector), enjoy an evening boat ride on the Kazinga Channel.
The Kazinga Channel is a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George, a prominent feature in the Great Rift Valley escarpment. Witness hippos, buffaloes, elephants, and an array of bird-life. The pelican swarms on the shore and birds in the air create an unforgettable sight.
Afterward, return to your lodging for a tranquil night in the heart of the African Savannah.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge (Tent)
- Meals & Drinks:
Morning Game Drive, Transfer to Kigali & End of Trip
Start your day with breakfast in the African wilderness, overlooking the Savannah. Enjoy a second game drive to spot more wildlife, including lions, leopards, and various birds. Queen Elizabeth National Park boasts over 500 bird species, making it a bird-watcher's paradise.
After a 4 to 5-hour drive, you will transfer to Kigali for drop off at an accommodation facility or the airport for departure. This marks the end of your trip.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali (Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks: