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Mist rising from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
8 days · Multi-country · Moderate

8-Day Rwanda & Uganda Gorilla Safari

Two countries, two gorilla families, two very different forests. Compare the volcano slopes of Rwanda with the tangled valleys of Bwindi, crossing the border overland.

Check availability WhatsAppFrom US$5,950 pp
Duration
8 days
Route
Kigali → Volcanoes NP → Bwindi (Uganda) → Lake Bunyonyi → Kigali
Best for
Primate enthusiasts, Photographers
From
US$5,950 pp

Highlights

  • Gorilla trek in Rwanda and in Uganda
  • Golden monkey tracking
  • Lake Bunyonyi canoeing
  • Overland border crossing with our guide

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1

Arrive Kigali, drive to Musanze

Airport pick-up and drive north to the volcanoes.

Lodge near KinigiMeals: L, D
Day 2

Gorilla trekking in Rwanda

Your first gorilla trek in Volcanoes National Park.

Lodge near KinigiMeals: B, L, D
Day 3

Golden monkeys

Golden monkey tracking, afternoon at the Twin Lakes.

Lodge near KinigiMeals: B, L, D
Day 4

Cross to Uganda, Bwindi

Cross at Cyanika or Katuna and continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Lodge at BwindiMeals: B, L, D
Day 5

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi

Trek through dense forest to a Ugandan gorilla family.

Lodge at BwindiMeals: B, L, D
Day 6

Batwa experience, Lake Bunyonyi

Community walk, then drive to the islands of Lake Bunyonyi.

Lake Bunyonyi lodgeMeals: B, L, D
Day 7

Lake Bunyonyi

Canoe between the terraced islands.

Lake Bunyonyi lodgeMeals: B, L, D
Day 8

Return to Kigali

Cross back into Rwanda and drive to Kigali for your flight.

Meals: B, L
Mountain gorilla in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
Lake Mutanda with the Virunga volcanoes behind, southwest Uganda
Golden monkey eating bamboo in Volcanoes National Park

What's included

  • Rwanda gorilla trekking permit (US$1,500 per person per trek)
  • Uganda gorilla permit (US$800)
  • Golden monkey permit
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • English-speaking professional driver-guide
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off at Kigali International Airport
  • Accommodation as listed, two people sharing
  • Meals as listed (B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner)
  • Park entry fees and activities named in the itinerary
  • Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
  • 24/7 local support from our Kigali team

Not included

  • Uganda visa or East Africa Tourist Visa
  • International flights
  • Visa fees (Rwanda issues visas on arrival for most nationalities)
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for guides, trackers and porters
  • Drinks, laundry and personal expenses
  • Optional activities not listed

Prices are per person based on two travellers sharing and depend on season, lodge choice and group size. Solo travellers, families and groups are welcome; ask us for an exact quote. Itineraries can be changed to suit you.

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