2 Days Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi from Kigali

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Overview

  • Duration:1 day 0 nights
  • Travelers:1 - 15 guests
  • Tour Type:Fly in Gorilla Safaris, Luxury Gorilla Safaris, Special Needs Gorilla Safaris, Ultra Luxury Gorilla Safaris
  • Language:English, French
Jump on a life-changing 2 Days Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi adventure, starting and ending in Kigali, Rwanda. This short but powerful trip is perfect for travelers with limited time who want to experience the rare beauty of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas.

2 Days Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi from Kigali
After a scenic drive from Kigali, you’ll cross the Cyanika or Gatuna border into Uganda and spend the night near Bwindi. The next morning, you’ll trek through the misty rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family. Spend one unforgettable hour with these gentle giants, then return to Kigali, all within just two days.

This 2 Days Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi tour includes a gorilla permit, transport, guide, and accommodation, everything you need for a seamless, immersive primate safari.
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Highlights

  • Mountain Gorilla Trekking Experience
  • Start and end in Kigali/Entebbe, Rwanda/Uganda
  • Cross via Cyanika or Gatuna border
  • Budget or midrange accommodation
  • Led by Jewel Gorilla Safaris
  • 4x4 air-conditioned transport with pro guide
  • Perfect for short-stay travelers

Itinerary

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Day 1: Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Uganda)

Your journey begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel or Kigali International Airport. After meeting your driver-guide, you will depart Kigali and drive through scenic Rwandan countryside toward the Cyanika or Gatuna border. Upon crossing into Uganda, continue your journey through the rolling hills and terraced farmlands of Kisoro or Kabale, depending on your assigned trekking sector. Arrive at your lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the afternoon or early evening. Settle in, enjoy dinner, and rest in preparation for the highlight of your 2 Days Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi experience. Accommodation: Budget/Midrange Lodge near Bwindi Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner Route: Kigali – Cyanika or Gatuna – Kisoro/Kabale – Bwindi

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking Experience & Return to Kigali

Rise early for a hearty breakfast, then head to the park headquarters for a detailed pre-trek briefing. You will be grouped and assigned a gorilla family before beginning your trek into the forest with expert rangers and trackers. The trek can take anywhere from 1 to 5 hours, depending on gorilla movements. Once you find them, you will enjoy a magical one hour with a mountain gorilla family, observing their behavior, interactions, and presence in the wild. After your trek, return to the lodge for a quick lunch or packed meal, then begin the return journey to Kigali. Arrival will be in the early evening, marking the end of your 2 Days Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi safari. Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch Drop-off: Kigali city or airport (optional) Drop-off: Kigali City Hotel or Kigali International Airport

Includes/Excludes

  • Gorilla Trekking Permit Per Person
  • An Experienced English-Speaking Driver Guide (Any Language provided on Request)
  • Accommodation Based on Full Board
  • Bottled Safe Drinking Water
  • International Flights From/To Home
  • Tips
  • Travel Insurance
  • Visa Fees

Extra Services

Airport transfers

Airport transfers

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$30.00/person
Photography

Photography

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$22.00/package

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