4-Day Rwanda Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Bunyonyi Safari

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

Visit Kigali Genocide & Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park

Your safari starts in Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital city. Meet your friendly driver-guide and visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a deeply moving site honoring lives lost in 1994 while exploring Rwanda’s history, resilience, and hope for the future. Then enjoy a scenic drive through the “Land of a Thousand Hills” into Uganda, passing charming villages, farmlands, and breathtaking mountains.

Arrive late afternoon at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, check into your forest-edge lodge, enjoy dinner, and rest for the unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure ahead.

Main Destination:

Kigali Genocide Memorial (Kigali, Rwanda)

Accommodation:

Bweza Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Experience

After an early breakfast, transfer to Bwindi park headquarters for a detailed briefing on gorilla trekking etiquette, rules, and safety. Accompanied by experienced ranger guides, set out on foot through the dense, misty rainforest, following trails that lead deep into the gorillas’ natural habitat. The trek can last several hours, but once you find the gorilla family, enjoy a full hour quietly observing them feeding, grooming, and playing.

Later, after lunch and some rest, experience a cultural encounter with the Batwa community before returning to your lodge for 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

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Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Bweza Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi & an Afternoon Canoe Ride

Wake up to the sounds of Bwindi and enjoy a hearty breakfast at your lodge. Today, travel to Lake Bunyonyi, a scenic drive through Uganda’s stunning highlands. Known as the “Lake of a Thousand Islands,” Bunyonyi has 29 islands, each with unique legends and cultural stories. Check into your lodge and enjoy lunch overlooking the lake.

In the afternoon, take a traditional canoe ride, spotting birds and exploring the islands’ fascinating history. Return for dinner, relaxation, and a peaceful overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Birdnest @ Bunyonyi Resort

• Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Kigali, Rwanda & Departure

After breakfast at Lake Bunyonyi, begin your scenic journey back to Rwanda through lush hills and valleys. Stop for photos or short breaks along the way. Cross the border into Kigali and, time permitting, visit local markets or enjoy a farewell meal. Your driver-guide will drop you at Kigali International Airport for your return back home.
This will conclude your 4 Day Rwanda–Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Bunyonyi Safari with unforgettable memories of gorillas, Batwa culture, Lake Bunyonyi, and stunning landscapes.

Thank you for choosing Valverde Safaris.

Main Destination:

Kigali International Airport (Kigali, Rwanda)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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