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4 Days Gorilla Trek Uganda

Experience four unforgettable days of gorilla trekking, Lake Bunyonyi and Rwanda-Uganda landscapes

Suggested duration 4 days

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Highlights

Trek Bwindi’s rainforest, encounter mountain gorillas and relax beside scenic Lake Bunyonyi

  • Visit: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Lake Bunyonyi
  • Cross from Rwanda through the Katuna border into Uganda for your gorilla adventure
  • Trek through Bwindi rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family
  • Enjoy a second gorilla trekking experience for another memorable forest encounter
  • Relax beside Lake Bunyonyi and enjoy its scenic highland landscapes
  • Cruise around Lake Bunyonyi in the morning
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Explore Kigali, Bwindi and Lake Bunyonyi, with two gorilla treks, rainforest trails and peaceful lake views across Uganda!

4 Days Gorilla Trek Uganda

Experience four memorable days combining gorilla trekking in Bwindi with Lake Bunyonyi and scenic Rwanda-Uganda travel.

Gorilla trekking tours & safaris in Uganda, is much affordable from Kigali and ends at the Kigali international airport. Book a walk in the wild with the elusive mountain gorillas in Bwindi impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO-World Heritage Site, and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest is home to half of the world’s population of these magnificent primates, as well as an area of awe-inspiring eco-tours bio-diversity with over 200 species of birds, butterflies and trees. Idyllically located within the mist-shrouded forest, our trips in Uganda run with the stay in eco-friendly safari camps.

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Day 1

Kigali – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, meet our safari guide and after embark the safari jeep and proceed to Kabale via the Katuna border continuing to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park where you will experience your gorilla trek. Dinner and overnight stay at Rushaga Gorilla Camp/Rushaga Camp/Gorilla Valley Lodge. Meal plan: H/B

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Day 2

Uganda Gorilla Trekking Experience

Briefing by park ranger guides. Later with picnic lunch, start 30 minutes-8 hours trek to find the Mountain gorillas. The tracking starts at the area where the gorillas were the previous day. After a full hour with the gorillas return to the offices for gorilla trekking certificate and after relax at the lodge and dinner and overnight stay as above. Meal plan: F/B

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Day 3

Uganda Gorilla Trekking – Lake Bunyonyi

Briefing by park ranger guides. Later with picnic lunch, start 30 minutes-8 hours trek to find the Mountain gorillas. The tracking starts at the area where the gorillas were the previous day. After a full hour with the gorillas return to the offices for gorilla trekking certificate and after transfer to Lake Bunyonyi offering the beautiful undulating landscapes and relax at the lodge as you wait for dinner and overnight stay at Lake Bunyonyi Cottages. Meal plan: F/B

Lake Bunyonyi Cottages

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Day 4

Lake Bunyonyi – Kigali International Airport

Early breakfast and then after take morning boat cruise along the Lake visiting dotted beautiful islands. Transfers to Kigali with lunch en-route and after drive to the airport for your return flight back home. End of services! Note: Carry with you the gorilla trekking requirements like walking shores/hiking boots, hut, sun screen, rain gears, insect repellent, camera among others.

Kigali International Airport

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Includes

  • Ground transport from Kigali Airport and back
  • English speaking driver/guide
  • Accommodation and meals
  • Uganda Gorilla permits
  • En-route meals
  • Mineral water on board

Excludes

  • International air fares
  • Entry visa Uganda
  • Personal (medical/travel) insurance
  • all drinks
  • Meals and snacks which are not inclusive in the accommodation
  • A porter during the gorilla tracking (someone who carries your day pack)
  • All expenses of a personal nature (e.g., drinks. laundry, souvenirs)

Return from Lake Bunyonyi to Kigali after your gorilla trekking adventure, completing four memorable days across Uganda and Rwanda.

Frequently Asked Questions

About Your 4 Days Gorilla Trek Uganda

Find practical answers about gorilla trekking, Bwindi, Lake Bunyonyi, permits, accommodation, border crossings and returning to Kigali after your adventure.

The itinerary includes Kigali, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, the Rushaga sector and Lake Bunyonyi before returning to Kigali.

The itinerary provides two scheduled gorilla trekking experiences, giving you separate opportunities to explore Bwindi and search for mountain gorillas.

Yes, the source itinerary lists Uganda gorilla permits among the included services, together with accommodation, meals, ground transport and mineral water.

Yes, you can discuss additional nights, accommodation preferences, alternative activities or a longer Uganda and Rwanda itinerary before booking.

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