4-Day Rwanda and Uganda Safari Experience with Gorillas

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

Kigali City Tour & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Your adventure begins with a warm welcome in Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital. After pick-up, enjoy a city tour that includes a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local markets, and cultural centers, offering insight into Rwanda’s history and resilience. After lunch, begin your scenic drive northwest through rolling hills to Volcanoes National Park, home of the endangered mountain gorillas and golden monkeys. Arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon or early evening, where you can check in, relax, and enjoy dinner while preparing for an exciting primate encounter the next day.

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

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ChimpanzeeNone

ElephantRare

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White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Classic Lodge

• Mid-range hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Golden Monkey Tracking & Transfer to Bwindi

Start your day early with breakfast before heading into Volcanoes National Park for golden monkey tracking. These energetic and rare primates are found only in the Virunga Mountains, and the experience offers a lively and unique wildlife encounter. After the trek, return to the lodge, freshen up, and have lunch before crossing into Uganda via the Cyanika or Katuna border. Continue your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a lush UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its gorilla population. Arrive in the evening, check into your lodge, and relax in preparation for the once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trek.

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:

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After an early breakfast, head to the Bwindi park headquarters for a briefing before setting off into the forest for your gorilla trekking experience. The trek may take between 2 to 6 hours, depending on the location of the gorilla family, and you’ll spend a magical hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Return to your lodge for lunch and a brief rest, then depart for the serene Lake Bunyonyi. Known for its beautiful islands and tranquil setting, it’s the perfect place to unwind.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Bunyonyi Overland Resort

• Budget resort located at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Kigali

Enjoy a peaceful morning by the lake with breakfast overlooking the calm waters of Lake Bunyonyi. Afterward, begin your journey back to Kigali, traveling through the scenic highlands of southwestern Uganda. Cross the border into Rwanda and enjoy optional stops for souvenirs or local crafts. Arrive in Kigali in the afternoon or early evening, with drop-off at your hotel or Kigali International Airport depending on your onward travel plans. This marks the end of your unforgettable 4-day safari experience, rich with wildlife encounters, cultural insights, and breathtaking landscapes across Rwanda and Uganda.

Main Destination:

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.