This 2 Days Gorilla Trekking Uganda from Kigali package is ideal for travelers who want to experience the incredible mountain gorillas of Uganda but have limited time or are working with a tight budget. Starting from Kigali, Rwanda, this short gorilla trekking safari takes you across the border into Uganda and to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to one of the world’s most important populations of endangered mountain gorillas.
The itinerary is designed to make it possible to experience gorilla trekking in Uganda from Kigali without spending unnecessary time on a longer safari. You will travel through the scenic southwestern countryside, pass by beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, spend a night close to Bwindi Forest, and then take part in your gorilla trek before returning to Kigali on the same day.
If you are looking for a short Uganda gorilla trekking safari from Kigali, this 2-day itinerary offers a practical way to fit this once-in-a-lifetime experience into a busy travel schedule.
Kindly study the itinerary below and contact us for any further information, availability, pricing, or booking assistance.
2 Days Gorilla Trekking Uganda from Kigali Itinerary
Day 1: Pick Up from Kigali and Transfer to Bwindi
Your 2 Days Gorilla Trekking Uganda from Kigali adventure begins with a pick-up from Kigali International Airport or your hotel in Kigali.
After meeting your driver/guide, enjoy a brief city tour before beginning your journey towards southwestern Uganda. You will cross from Rwanda into Uganda through the Katuna border, one of the main border crossings between the two countries, and continue towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
The journey takes you through beautiful landscapes and rural communities as you make your way towards the Bwindi region. Along the way, you will pass by Lake Bunyonyi, one of Uganda’s most scenic highland lakes, where you can enjoy sightseeing before proceeding towards Bwindi.
Continue to Bwindi and arrive later in the afternoon or early evening. Check in at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge, where you will have time to relax and prepare for the following day’s gorilla trekking adventure.
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge is conveniently located close to the Rushaga sector of Bwindi, making it a practical base for gorilla trekking. The lodge is approximately a 10-minute walk from the Rushaga gate and offers views of the surrounding forest and mountainous landscape.
Overnight: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Meals: Half Board
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking and Transfer Back to Kigali
Wake up early and enjoy breakfast at the lodge before preparing for your gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Your lunch will be packed for you to carry during the trek.
You will then drive a short distance to the gorilla trekking briefing point. Here, the ranger guides will provide important information about gorilla trekking, including the rules and guidelines to follow when you encounter the mountain gorillas.
The trek takes place through the thick, forested hills of Bwindi. Trekking time varies depending on the location and movements of the gorilla family assigned to you, as well as the terrain and conditions in the forest. Gorilla treks generally take between 2 and 7 hours, with one hour allocated for observation once the gorillas are found.
Trekking through the dense forested hills of Bwindi and eventually coming across a family of mountain gorillas camouflaged among the vegetation is an inspiring and privileged experience.
Once you find the gorillas, you will be allowed to spend up to one hour observing them, following the instructions of your ranger guide. The one-hour limit is part of Uganda’s gorilla trekking regulations and helps manage the interaction between visitors and the gorillas.
The gorillas may move closer to visitors during the encounter, but you should always follow the ranger’s instructions and maintain the required viewing distance rather than attempting to approach or touch them.
After your gorilla trek, enjoy your packed lunch and receive your Gorilla trekking certificate.
Meet your driver/guide and begin the journey back to Kigali. Depending on the time spent trekking, border crossing procedures, traffic, and road conditions, you will arrive in Kigali later in the evening.
You will be dropped off at your hotel or Kigali International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your 2 Days Gorilla Trekking Uganda from Kigali safari.
What’s Included in the Price
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Ground transportation in a private 4WD safari vehicle
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Accommodation as described in the itinerary
- Fuel for the vehicle
- Meals as described in the itinerary
- Bottled mineral water in the vehicle
Exclusions
- Visa fees
- Tips and gratuities
- Telephone calls
- Personal expenses and any other items of a personal nature
Why Choose This 2-Day Gorilla Trekking Safari from Kigali?
A 2-day gorilla trekking safari from Kigali to Uganda is particularly suitable for travelers who want to experience mountain gorillas without committing to a longer Uganda safari.
Starting in Kigali also makes this itinerary convenient for travelers already visiting Rwanda. Rather than returning to Kigali after a longer journey through Uganda, you can cross the border into Uganda, spend one night near Bwindi, trek the mountain gorillas the following morning, and return to Kigali after the experience.
The route combines several highlights within a very short itinerary, including:
- Kigali city
- Katuna border crossing
- Scenic southwestern Uganda
- Lake Bunyonyi sightseeing
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Mountain gorilla trekking
- Return transfer to Kigali
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge is also located close to the Rushaga sector of Bwindi, reducing the transfer time to reach the trekking area. It is approximately 10 minutes’ walk from Rushaga Gate.
Book Your 2 Days Gorilla Trekking Uganda from Kigali
This 2 Days Gorilla Trekking Uganda from Kigali package provides a convenient option for travelers with limited time who still want to experience mountain gorillas in their natural forest habitat.
Because gorilla trekking permits are limited and must be secured in advance, it is advisable to confirm your preferred travel dates early. Gorilla trekking in Uganda takes place in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, with Bwindi divided into four main trekking sectors: Buhoma, Ruhija, Rushaga, and Nkuringo.
Contact us for the current package price, gorilla permit availability, travel-date confirmation, and any further assistance with booking your Uganda gorilla trekking safari from Kigali.
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