2 Days Gorilla Trekking from Kigali or Kisoro

This safari targets tourists who wouldn’t love to have the drive from Kampala to Bwindi which is almost twice that from Kigali/ Kibale/ Kisoro to Bwindi.

This 2 Day Gorilla Trekking from Kigali or Kisoro is the cheapest gorilla trekking safari, and you will visit the best gorilla trekking destination in Uganda and it hosts 50-% of the remaining mountain gorillas in the world. These endangered species can’t survive anywhere out side their natural habitat hence the only way to see them is to visit them in their natural crib, they are only found in Uganda, Democratic republic of Congo and Rwanda. Visiting gorillas in their natural home sounds life threatening, yet it is the most rewarding safari activity one should consider adding to their bucket list.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to 19 habituated gorilla families and is open to trekking by a reasonable number of trekkers a day, gorilla trekking permits are on high demand and yet each group of gorilla families is visited by two groups of trekkers a day and each group has a total of 8 people, making the permits very scarce hence considering booking in time. Gorilla trekking in Uganda is more affordable compared to Rwanda and it’s open all year round.

Brief Itinerary: 2 Day Gorilla Trekking from Kigali or Kisoro 

  • Day 1: Transfer from Kigali/ Kisoro to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • Day 2: Mountain Gorilla Trekking and transfer back to Kigali/ Kisoro

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer from Kigali/ Kisoro to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

On the day 1 of 2 Days Gorilla Trekking from Kigali or Kisoro, Your English speaking guide driver will pick you up from your residence/hotel/ lodge in Kisoro/Kibale/Kigali in the morning at the time of your convenience and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, along the way get ready to the beautiful scenery of the Virunga mountain ranges. Upon arrival in the afternoon at the park, check in at the lodge of your choice, have a lunch break and rest for the rest of the day while enjoying the lodge amenities. Later have dinner and an overnight rest.

Accommodation Options: Luxury: Buhoma lodge, Chameleon Hill Lodge, Four Gorilla Lodge, Mid-range: Buhoma Haven Lodge, Gorilla Mist Lodge, Budget; Buhoma Community, Gorilla Valley Lodge. Meal Plan; Lunch and Dinner

2-Days Gorilla Trekking from Kigali or Kisoro

Day 2: Mountain Gorilla Trekking and transfer back to Kigali/ Kisoro

On this day, you are required to wake up earlier than usual and head to the park headquarters with your packed lunch following a very early breakfast for briefing about the dose and don’ts while in the forest. You will be divided into groups of 8 persons allocated to a single family of gorillas. Commenced with the trek, accompanied by a park guide and an armed park ranger, the search can go for about 2-8 hours of trekking depending on your hiking ability and on the gorilla’s movement or where they hosted the previous night. On meeting the gorillas, you will be allocated a full hour to spend with them in their natural environment, watch them play, breast feed, jump from branch to branch etc. your allowed to take as many pictures you want with them with a non-flashlight camera at a safe distance.

After trekking, hike slowly back to the park headquarters for your trekking certificate to justify your contribution to preserving these endangered creatures. Meet with your guided driver and ensure a safe transfer back to Kisoro/Kibale/Kigali.

Price Includes

  • Uganda Gorilla Trekking Permit
  • On board Accommodation
  • Transportation to and from
  • A professional English speaking guide driver
  • Bottled drinking water
  • On-board Meals

Price Excludes

  • International Flights
  • Personal expenses
  • Visas
  • Beverages
  • Any changes in the Itinerary
  • Laundry
  • Tip
  • Accommodation before or after Safari
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