Summary
This two days gorilla trekking in Bwindi will start and end in Kigali. Because it is a closer drive to Bwindi National Park in Uganda than it is from Kampala. The first day will be for traveling from Kigali to Bwindi via Gatuna Border. Therefore, the second day do the gorilla trekking in Bwindi. After that return to Kigali the same day after the trekking. The Bwindi park is a biodiverse, mountainous area in southwest Uganda. It’s a home to world’s remaining mountain gorillas, which feed on roots, leaves and fruits from the park’s many trees.
Package Includes
- Gorilla permit - Ground transportation to and from the park - Park entry fees - Accommodation on FB basis - Drinking water - A professional driver/guide
Package Excludes
- International/domestic flight - Visa - Accommodation before and after the tour - Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, etc.) - Tips - Other expenses
Activities
- Animal Tracking
- Bird Photography
- Game Walk
- General Photography
- Landscape photography
- Scenic Drive
- Wildlife Photography
- Culture
- Photo-safari
Places
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
- Mgahinga National Park, Uganda
Physical Condition
- Normal Physical Condition
Connectivity
- WiFi and phone coverage at lodges
Day-by-day Description
Day 1Drive to Bwindi National Park
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Game Walk General Photography Landscape photography Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Photo-safariOur driver will meet you at your hotel in Kigali and transfer you to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. The 4 hours journey to Bwindi will include the border crossing. You’ll need an East African visa that you’ll obtain at the Kigali International Airport. On the way, you’ll have spectacular views of the terraces of the Ugandan and Rwandan mountains. This area is called the ‘Switzeland of Africa’. Arrival late in the afternoon, enjoy self walk in the nearby villages, dinner and overnight
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
Bwindi
Travel Time: 5 hrs
Day 2Mountain Gorillas trekking and return to Kigali
Activities Included
Animal Tracking Bird Photography Game Walk General Photography Landscape photography Scenic Drive Wildlife Photography Photo-safariAfter early morning breakfast, we depart to the park for gorilla trekking Trekking gorillas is among the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. The trek will take between 2 and 6 hours. However it is worthy the effort. You’ll be led by an experienced ranger who will tell you interesting facts about flora and fauna in the jungle. They’ll tell you also the lifestyle of the gorillas. Stay with the gorillas 1 hour, after that go back to the lodge, have lunch and finally be transferred to Kigali.
Other Benefits (On Arrival)
- Transfer
Location
BWINDI
Travel Time: 8 hrs
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Offical Visa Regulations and Health Requirements
For personalized details on health and visa requirements please check the IATA travel centre here
https://www.iatatravelcentre.comAt arrival at Kigali International airport, please buy the East Africa visa (100$)