4-DAY UGANDA AND RWANDA GORILLA SAFARI TOURS
From US$5,060 – $11,160 Per Person
SAFARI HIGHLIGHTS:
Rwanda Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Parks | Uganda Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Overview: 4-Day Uganda and Rwanda Gorilla Safari Tours
4-Day Uganda and Rwanda Gorilla Safari Tours
Embark on the 4-Day Uganda and Rwanda Gorilla Safari Tours, an exhilarating journey through the breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cultures of Rwanda and Uganda. This adventure includes private 4×4 vehicle transportation and a dedicated expert guide for a personalized experience. Begin in Kigali, Rwanda’s bustling capital, where you’ll explore Genocide memorials and National Parks before heading to Volcanoes National Park for unforgettable mountain gorilla experiences. Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda, renowned for its remarkable mountain gorilla encounters.
Your Uganda Rwanda Safari Packages and Combined Uganda Rwanda Tour offer flexibility to customize the adventure with additional destinations or activities. Conclude your 4-Day Uganda and Rwanda Gorilla Safari Tours with an enriching cultural finale in Kigali, or extend your stay for further exploration. Enjoy luxury and comfort with accommodations ranging from Tier 1 to Tier 3 lodges, perfectly situated to enhance your trekking experience and provide top-notch amenities throughout your Uganda Rwanda Gorilla Safari Tours.
Package Inclusions
The 4-Day Uganda and Rwanda Gorilla Safari Tours offers a luxurious, all-inclusive experience featuring private 4×4 safari transportation, top-tier lodge accommodations, and all meals. This package includes essential permits for gorilla and chimpanzee trekking—Rwanda Gorilla permits at $1500, Uganda Gorilla permits at $800, and the Uganda Chimpanzee permit at $250, all payable in advance. Additional highlights include a Kigali city tour, daily mineral water, an English-speaking driver/guide, and a travelogue from Njagi Creative Print, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable journey through the natural and cultural wonders of both Rwanda and Uganda.
Package Exclusions
The 4-Day Uganda and Rwanda Gorilla Safari Tours package does not cover personal expenses such as airfare, visa fees, beverages, laundry services, tips for local guides, telephone charges, porter fees during trekking, personal insurance, and shopping costs. Travelers should budget separately for these additional expenses.
4-DAY UGANDA AND RWANDA GORILLA SAFARI TOURS
Day-To-Day Program
Day 1: Transfer From Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
- Optional Activities: Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village Tour & Dian Fossey Grave Shrine Tour, Mount Karisimbi or Bisoke Hike, Musanze Caves & Buhanga Forest Tour
- Accommodation: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge (Luxury), Virunga Lodge (Upmarket) Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge (Midrange), Garden Place Hotel (Standard), Muhabura Hotel (Budget)
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Featured Accommodations: Le Bambou Gorilla Lodges
During your 4-Day Uganda and Rwanda Gorilla Safari Tours, you’ll stay at Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge, ideally situated just 2.5 hours from Kigali International Airport and 10 minutes from Volcanoes National Park headquarters. This eco-friendly lodge features 23 self-contained cottages, each with a cozy fireplace and built from sustainable bamboo, offering stunning views of Mount Sabyinyo and the Virunga mountains. Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge is committed to sustainability and community support, enhancing your Rwanda Gorilla Safari Tours with cultural performances by a local dancing troupe and an authentic Rwandan ambiance.
Day 3: Volcanoes National Park and Transfer to Bwindi
- Included Activities: One gorilla trek
- Optional Activities: Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village Tour & Dian Fossey Grave Shrine Tour, Mount Karisimbi or Bisoke Hike, Musanze Caves & Buhanga Forest Tour
- Accommodation: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge (Luxury), Virunga Lodge (Upmarket) Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge (Midrange), Garden Place Hotel (Standard), Muhabura Hotel (Budget)
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Volcanoes National Park
Volcanoes National Park, spanning Rwanda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Uganda, is renowned for its spectacular wildlife and diverse landscapes. In Rwanda, this 160-square-kilometer reserve, also known as Parc National des Volcans, features a variety of habitats, including evergreen and bamboo forests, tropical rainforests, grasslands, serene lakes, and rugged volcanoes.
The park is celebrated for its population of endangered mountain gorillas, which you can observe up close during guided treks on your 4-Day Uganda and Rwanda Gorilla Safari Tours. This immersive Rwanda Gorilla Safari Tour allows you to witness these majestic primates in their natural habitat as they forage for bamboo shoots, wild celery, nettles, and fruit.
Beyond gorilla trekking Uganda Rwanda, your safari offers enriching activities such as exploring the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village to learn about local traditions or visiting the Dian Fossey Grave Shrine to discover the pioneering conservationist’s work with gorillas.
Day 4: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Inclusive Activities: Gorilla Trekking Permit per Person
- Optional Activities: Birding, Nature Walks and Community walks
- Accommodation: Bwindi Lodge (Luxury), Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp (Upmarket) Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge (Midrange), Chameleon Hill (Standard), Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge (Budget)
- Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, located in southwestern Uganda, is a spectacular and ancient rainforest renowned for its rich biodiversity and rugged beauty. Spanning 321 square kilometers, this UNESCO World Heritage site is famed for its dense vegetation and mist-covered slopes, creating a mystic atmosphere that shelters a population of endangered mountain gorillas. Visitors are drawn here for the unique opportunity to embark on thrilling gorilla trekking adventures, where they can observe these magnificent creatures up close in their natural habitat.
Beyond its iconic gorillas, Bwindi is a haven for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts, boasting over 350 bird species and a diverse array of flora and fauna. The park also offers a glimpse into the lives of local communities, including the Batwa pygmies, through enriching cultural interactions and community walks.
With its combination of breathtaking landscapes, rare wildlife, and vibrant local culture, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park promises an unforgettable and immersive experience
Day 6: Transfer From Bwindi National Park To Kigali With Your Private Guide
Included Activities: Breakfast
Optional Tour Activities: Kigali Genocide Memorial, Natural History Museum – Kandt House, The Dancing Pots, Caplaki Handicrafts Cooperative, Art Galleries – Inema, Ivuka & Niyo
End of 6-Day Rwanda and Uganda Gorilla Trek by Njagi SMC
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