The 5 Days Rwanda and Uganda Primate Tracking Tour, which smoothly links these two amazing countries, allows you to spend uninterrupted time with a family of habituated mountain gorillas. Enquire Now This unique route allows you to go directly from Rwanda’s vibrant city, Kigali, to the heart of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. To truly appreciate Kigali’s well-known cultural scene, spend a day there before beginning your adventure. After that, spend three nights in a memorable woodland cabin deep within the dense forest. An full day is devoted to the trip’s high point, the gorilla trekking adventure. You will get to know these incredible creatures and discover more about their untamed lives.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival – Kigali International Airport.
When you land in the energetic city of Kigali, your journey officially begins. When you first arrive, the vibrant atmosphere that defines Rwanda’s capital greets you. Explore the city’s renowned cultural scene during the day after you’ve settled in. Kigali provides enthralling experiences that shed light on the nation’s rich legacy and modern inventiveness, from art galleries and neighbourhood markets to the Genocide Memorial Centre. The fusion of modernity and history that Kigali epitomises will captivate you as the sun sets.
Meals: (Dinner).
Day 2: Transfer to Bwindi via Kyanika Border
Enjoy the excitement of a cross-country trip that promises a variety of scenery and thrilling changes. Driving across the Kyanika Border from Kigali to Bwindi is a picturesque way to take in the splendour of both Rwanda and Uganda. The road meanders past small communities, lush scenery, and undulating hills. As you approach Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, you’ll notice the subtle changes in the scenery and culture. A sense of excitement for the adventures that lie ahead in this extraordinary hideaway grows as you reach your destination.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Today is the culmination of your journey, a breathtaking encounter with the amazing mountain gorillas of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. In order to witness the gorilla family, you start your trek early and follow informed trackers as they guide you through the lush jungle. You form a strong connection with these gentle giants that transcends the distinctions between us and these remarkable creatures. The encounter is still remembered long after the day is done.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 4: Visit the Batwa in Bwindi
Beyond its natural splendours, your tour of Bwindi provides a glimpse into the daily lives of the native populations that inhabit this forest. Join the Batwa Pygmies on a guided cultural walk where they will share their stories, dances, and ancestral customs. Their distinct way of life, strong bond with the environment, and enduring cultural legacy are all revealed via this close encounter. It’s a sobering event that emphasises how closely humans and nature are intertwined.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 5: Return to Kigali – Departure
The route returns you to Kigali from Bwindi as your incredible journey comes to an end. The drive itself captures the breathtaking variety that characterises this area: verdant vistas, undulating hills, and the cosy embrace of the countryside. From Kigali’s cultural charm to the heart-wrenching interactions with gorillas and indigenous tribes, you bring a wealth of memories with you when you first arrive. You say goodbye to this Kigali-Bwindi Gorilla Safari with appreciation for the experiences had and a deep connection to the natural and cultural beauties of Rwanda and Uganda, knowing that its influence will last a lifetime.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch).
End of the 5 Days Rwanda and Uganda Primate Tracking Tour.
The 5 Days Rwanda and Uganda Primate Tracking Tour includes;
- 1 Gorilla Permit per person.
- Transportation in a 4WD safari vehicle.
- Services of an English-speaking tour guide.
- Batwa Cultural Visit.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Bottled water in the car.
- Accommodation and Meals as per itinerary.
- Government Taxes.
However, the tour cost excludes; Air Fare, Visa fees, personal shopping bills, travel insurance, tips to local guides, souvenirs, items of personal nature such as laundry, cigarettes and items not listed as included in the cost.