3-Day Gorilla Trek, Batwa Culture & Lake Bunyonyi Escape

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

Transfer to bwindi

Your guide will warmly welcome you at your Kigali hotel or airport, give you a friendly briefing about your upcoming safari, and ensure you’re comfortable before setting off. The journey unfolds through Rwanda’s picturesque “Land of a Thousand Hills,” with sweeping valleys, terraced tea and coffee plantations, and glittering streams. After crossing the Rwanda–Uganda border at Cyanika or Gatuna, the scenery transforms into the dramatic Kigezi Highlands, often called the “Switzerland of Africa” for their breathtaking beauty. Along the way, you’ll pass bustling markets and rolling farms that showcase Uganda’s rural charm. On arrival in Bwindi, you’ll visit the Batwa community—forest’s first inhabitants—to experience their music, dance, storytelling, and ancient survival traditions. The day ends at your lodge, embraced by misty rainforest and the soothing calls of exotic birds, setting the perfect tone for your gorilla trekking adventure.

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

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Ruhija Gorilla Friends Resort

• Budget tented camp located just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Gorilla trek and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After an early breakfast, go to the park offices for a short briefing by the rangers on gorilla trekking rules and safety. With your guide, walk into Bwindi’s thick, misty forest—home to the rare mountain gorillas. The trek can take 2 to 6 hours through green hills and forest trails, but the moment you see a gorilla family is worth it. Watch them eat, play, and care for each other during your one special hour with them. Return to the lodge for a tasty lunch, then drive to the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, famous for its calm, clean waters and 29 small green islands. The lake is safe for swimming, so you can enjoy a refreshing dip surrounded by rolling hills. Spend the evening relaxing by the lake or enjoying the peaceful view from your lodge.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Bunyonyi View Resort

• Budget resort located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Non-alcoholic drinks

Transfer to kigali

Start your day with a delicious breakfast overlooking the calm waters of Lake Bunyonyi. Embark on a guided canoe ride across the lake, gliding past 29 scenic islands, each with its own story and charm. Stop at some islands to explore, meet local communities, and learn about their traditional way of life. Enjoy the peaceful scenery, birdwatching, and the crisp highland air as you soak in the lake’s beauty. After the boat tour, have a light lunch before beginning your scenic drive back to Kigali. Along the way, admire the rolling hills, terraced farms, and small villages that make this region so picturesque. Your safari concludes at Kigali airport or your hotel, leaving you with unforgettable memories of gorilla encounters, Batwa culture, and the serene beauty of Lake Bunyonyi—a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation in just three days.

Main Destination:

Kigali International Airport (Kigali, Rwanda)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Non-alcoholic drinks

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