Signature Safari

2 Day Uganda Gorilla Safari from Kigali Rwanda

The Experience

This 2 Day Uganda Gorilla Safari from Kigali is a short but rewarding adventure that combines Rwanda’s accessibility with Uganda’s famous gorilla trekking. On the first day, travelers arrive in Kigali, enjoy a guided city tour to learn about Rwanda’s history and culture, then drive through scenic countryside to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, arriving in the evening for rest. The second day begins with gorilla trekking in Bwindi, where visitors spend time observing a gorilla family in its natural habitat. After the trek, lunch and check-out follow before returning to Kigali for departure. This itinerary is ideal for travelers with limited time who want a meaningful wildlife experience

Duration2Days/1Night

Price00

DestinationsUganda

Ideal ForCouples, Wildlife Fans

Overview

The Journey

Day by Day

Day01

Day 1: Arrival in Rwanda, City Tour, and Transfer to Bwindi

On arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be met by your guide and start with a short Kigali city tour. This includes visits to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local craft markets, and cultural centers that highlight Rwanda’s history and vibrant lifestyle. After lunch, you begin the scenic drive toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda. The road trip takes about five to six hours, passing through rolling hills, rural villages, and lush countryside. Border crossing formalities are handled smoothly with your guide’s assistance. Arriving in Bwindi in the evening, you check into your lodge near the park, enjoy dinner, and rest in preparation for the gorilla trekking adventure the next day. Overnight stay in Bwindi provides proximity to the trekking starting point.

AccommodationLodge near Bwindi

Day02

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking and Return to Kigali

The day begins early with a briefing at Bwindi park headquarters before heading into the forest for gorilla trekking. Guided by rangers, you hike through dense vegetation and rugged terrain to locate a gorilla family. Once found, you spend one hour observing their behavior, interactions, and movements, an experience that is both rare and rewarding. After the trek, you return to the lodge for lunch and check-out. In the afternoon, you drive back to Kigali, retracing the scenic route and arriving in time for your evening flight or onward travel. This two-day safari is ideal for travelers with limited time, offering a chance to combine Rwanda’s accessibility with Uganda’s renowned gorilla trekking experience, ensuring both convenience and memorable wildlife experience

What's Included

Gorilla permit ($800 per person)

Airport transfers on Day 1 and Day 2

Ground transportation in a 4x4 safari vehicle

English-speaking professional driver-guide

One night's accommodation near Bwindi (Day 1)

Meals as specified (full board: breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Bottled drinking water in the vehicle

All relevant government taxes and fees

Not Included

International flights to/from Kigali

Rwanda visa ($50–$100 depending on nationality)

Travel insurance (medical and evacuation coverage mandatory)

Domestic flight from Kigali to Volcanoes (if chosen instead of road)

Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and lodge staff

Alcoholic and soft drinks

Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, phone calls)

Optional activities not listed in the itinerary

Any meals not explicitly stated as included

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