3 Night 4 Day Rwanda Gorilla Trekking Tour

Arrival at Kigali International Airport Itinerary
Meet and Greet Assistance:
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our company staff.
A briefing about the safari itinerary will be provided.
Introduction to your professional driver-guide.

Transfer to Hotel:
Private transfer from the airport to your accommodation in Kigali.
Check-in at your selected hotel.

Accommodation Options:
Luxury Hotel: Kigali Marriott Hotel
Midrange Hotel: Ubumwe Grand Hotel

Meal Plan: Dinner included at the hotel restaurant.

Activities : Trekking

Early Morning:

Enjoy an early breakfast at your hotel.
Check out of the lodge and prepare for the day's activities.

Visit to Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre:

Learn about the tragic events of the 1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi.
Gain insights into Rwanda’s history, resilience, and recovery.

Lunch Break:

Have lunch at a selected restaurant in Kigali before departure.

Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Southwestern Uganda):

Scenic en-route journey through Rwanda’s countryside.
View beautiful landscapes, rolling hills, and terraced farming.
Cross the border into Uganda and continue towards Bwindi.

Arrival at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park:

Home to nearly half of the world’s endangered mountain gorillas.
Check in at your selected lodge for relaxation.

Dinner and Overnight Stay:

Mid-Range Option: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Luxury Option: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge

Meal Plan: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included).

Activities : Trekking

Early Morning Preparation:

Enjoy an early morning cup of coffee or tea at your lodge.
Get ready for the gorilla trekking adventure.

Briefing Session:

Attend a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority officials.
Receive guidelines on gorilla trekking etiquette and safety.

Gorilla Trekking Experience:

Enter the dense Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in search of the endangered mountain gorillas.
Observe the gorillas in their natural habitat, spending up to one hour with them.
Enjoy watching their behaviors, interactions, and family dynamics.
Trekking duration varies (from a few hours to a full day) depending on the gorillas' movement.

Essential Items for Trekking:

Comfortable hiking shoes.
Packed lunch and mineral water.
Insect repellent, sunscreen, and a hat.
A reasonable level of physical fitness is required.

Return & Lunch:

After the trek, return to the starting point.
Enjoy a well-deserved lunch.

Transfer Back to Rwanda:

Drive back to Rwanda, enjoying scenic views along the way.

Dinner and Overnight Stay:

Mid-Range Option: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Luxury Option: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel

Meal Plan: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included).

Activities : Trekking

Early Morning Preparation:
Enjoy an early morning cup of coffee or tea at your lodge.
Dress appropriately and pack essential trekking items.

Briefing Session:
Attend a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority officials.
Learn about gorilla trekking rules, etiquette, and safety measures.

Gorilla Trekking Experience:
Enter the dense Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in search of mountain gorillas.
Trek through the jungle, following guides who track gorilla movements.
Once found, spend up to one hour observing the gorillas up close.
Enjoy their behaviors, interactions, and social structures.
Trekking duration varies (a few hours to a full day) depending on gorilla movements.

Essential Items for Trekking:
Comfortable hiking shoes for rough terrain.
Packed lunch and sufficient drinking water.
Insect repellent, sunscreen, and a hat for protection.
A reasonable level of physical fitness is required.

Return & Lunch:
Hike back to the starting point after the trek.
Enjoy a well-deserved lunch and relax.

Transfer Back to Rwanda:
Begin the scenic drive back to Rwanda.
Enjoy breathtaking views of rolling hills and local villages.

Dinner and Overnight Stay:
Mid-Range Option: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge.
Luxury Option: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel.

Meal Plan: Full board (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner included).

Activities : Trekking