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Best Uganda Gorilla Trekking from Kigali

3-Day Gorillas and Golden Monkey Trek Starting from Kigali

Start & EndDay 1Day 2

What you should expect

Highlights

Start Kigali (Day 1)
Day 1 Volcanoes NP (Golden Monkey Trekking) Rwanda
Day 2 Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorilla Trekking) Uganda
End Kigali (Day 3)

Overview

This 3-Day Gorillas and Golden Monkey Trek Starting from Kigali is within the company of local guide trek to see the gorillas in their natural habitat. Uganda’s Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is a home to a half of the mountain Gorillas in the world. To face off with gorillas is a life changing experience!

Itinerary Details

Day-by-Day


Day 1 Pick Up and Drive to Volcanoes National Park

After a safe landing at Kigali International Airport, you will be greeted by our friendly driver-guide who will take you to and from the gorilla trek. Volcanoes National Park is home to the world's largest population of mountain gorillas.


You start with a city tour, and if time allows, also visit the Genocide Memorial. We will have breaks for lunch and refreshments. You'll arrive at the park just before dusk to enjoy a delectable dinner, and then retire for the night. The golden monkey trekking begins quite early in the morning, so you should keep to your schedule and be well-rested.

Meal Plans

All meals included

Accommodation Plans

Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Day 2 Golden Monkey Trekking and Transfer to Bwindi National Park in Uganda

Start the day with a mouthwatering breakfast at the lodge, and then drive to the park headquarters with all of your luggage and trekking gear for a pre-trek briefing. The knowledgeable ranger-guides will go over the do's and don'ts of trekking and then accompany you. The experience will last anywhere from 1 to 7 hours, depending on how far the golden monkeys are foraging.


You can expect to see the golden monkey habitats, rare plant species like the giant lobelia, birds, and more. After a successful visit, you transfer to Bwindi National Park in Uganda, crossing the Cyanika border. You will arrive in the evening and enjoy dinner.

Meal Plans

All meals included

Accommodation Plans

Bweza Gorilla Lodge
Day 3 Gorilla Trekking and Transfer Back to Kigali

Your gorilla-trekking experience will begin in the morning with a hearty breakfast. Drive to the park headquarters where you will meet the park ranger-guide who will first take you through a briefing about the do's and don'ts while tracking. He will then lead you to the forest to trek for these endangered mountain gorillas.


The mountain gorilla trekking lasts from an hour to 8 hours, depending on where the gorilla family moved to while looking for food. Enjoy the bird calls and spot other primates as you search for the endangered mountain gorillas. After a successful trek, embark on your journey to Kigali to arrive in time for your flight. End of Tour

Meal Plans

Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)

Accommodation Plans

No accommodation (End of tour)

Booking Form

Payment Methods

Inclusions

Park fees (For non-residents)
Gorilla permits (One per person non-resident)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Exclusions

International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$50.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs travel insurance visa fees etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Sustainability Commitment

This tour is 100% sustainable. We encourage our travelers to minimize their carbon footprint by choosing eco-friendly practices.

Cancellation Policy

Please note our cancellation policy to ensure clarity in case of changes to your travel plans. 30 days or more before departure Full refund minus a 10% service fee. 15–29 days before departure 50% of the total booking cost will be refunded. 14 days or less before departure No refund will be provided. We recommend travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances.

Lea
We saw the golden monkeys and gorillas in 3 days, best tour ever
Bobbie Manson
Go for this tour if you have limited time because you see the golden moneys in Rwanda and gorillas in Uganda, you will need an East African visa

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