3 Day Bwindi Double Gorilla Trek through Kigali
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3-Day Bwindi Double Gorilla Trek through Kigali
Overview
Our Luxury 3 Day Bwindi Double Gorilla Trek through Kigali is designed for those who want to experience the thrill of mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park while staying in Rwanda. This safari is perfect for those who wish to trek gorillas twice, whether to compare different gorilla families or to spend more time with these majestic creatures on separate days. It’s also ideal for travelers who prefer a shorter drive by flying into Kigali instead of Entebbe International Airport. With this 3-day adventure, you’ll enjoy the comfort of luxury lodges and exceptional hospitality throughout your stay.
Luxury 3 Day Bwindi Double Gorilla Trek Through Kigali Summary
- Day 01: Pickup from Kigali City/Airport and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Day 02: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Day 03: Optional second gorilla trek and transfer to Kigali Airport for your departure flight
Tour Overview
- Starting Point: Kigali, Rwanda
- Ending Point: Kigali, Rwanda
- Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
- Main Activity: Gorilla tracking
- Transport: Open-sided 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser
- Inclusions: Airport (or hotel) transfers included
- Additional Options: Accommodation before and after the tour can be arranged at an extra cost
Important Details
- Inclusive Accommodation
- Private Tour
- Flexible Departure Dates
- Customizable Tour
- Age Limit: 15 years and above
Tour Plan
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Your adventure begins with a pickup from Kigali International Airport or your hotel in Kigali. Enjoy the scenic drive through Rwanda, the land of a thousand hills, as you cross into Uganda at either the Katuna or Chanika border. A brief stop will be made at Kabale town (if crossing at Katuna) or Kisoro (if crossing at Chanika) before proceeding to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you’ll spend the night.
- Accommodation: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge or Mahogany Springs
- Meals: All meals included
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Begin your day with an early breakfast at your lodge before heading to the park headquarters with a packed lunch. After a mandatory briefing on the rules and guidelines for gorilla trekking, you’ll embark on your hike in search of these “Gentle Giants.” The trek can take anywhere from 1 to 7 hours, depending on the gorillas’ movements. Once you find them, all the effort will be rewarded as you spend 60 unforgettable minutes with the gorillas, observing and photographing them (without flash) as they play, feed, and interact. After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch. If you’re not too tired, you can opt for a brief nature walk or visit local communities, including curio shops, drinking spots, local schools, and orphanages. Another option is to explore the Munyanja River trail, where you’ll see waterfalls and a variety of birdlife, or the Muzabajiro/Ruhija trails, which offer sightings of forest and grassland birds as well as other primates. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Accommodation: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge or Mahogany Springs
- Meals: All meals included
Optional Second Gorilla Trek and Return to Kigali
After breakfast, you have the option to embark on a second gorilla trek before departing back to Rwanda. If you choose this option, make sure to book a late flight out of Kigali International Airport to allow time for the trek and transfer. This marks the end of your luxury 3-day Bwindi double gorilla trek through Kigali.
- Meals: All meals included
Includes
- Airport transfers on the first and last day
- Gorilla Habituation Permit
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Services of an English-speaking driver/guide
- Fuel for the entire trip
- Accommodation and meal plan as per the itinerary
- All Park entrance fees
- Drinking water while in the vehicle
Excludes
- Pre and post tour accommodation in Entebbe or Kampala
- International airfares
- Uganda Visa (USD50.00 which can be paid on arrival at the Airport
General FAQs
Can I reschedule or cancel this trip?
- Rescheduling: You can reschedule this trip as a private tour to any date within 12 months at no additional cost.
- Booking Deposit: A 30% deposit of the total tour price is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance is due 45 days before the tour departure date. Bookings not secured with the appropriate deposit will be released.
- Cancellation Policy:
- Cancel between 90 and 45 days before departure: 20% penalty of the tour price.
- Cancel within 45 days of departure or no show: 100% penalty of the tour price.
Availability and Accommodations
- Reservations: Accommodation and activity availability is not guaranteed until reservations are confirmed with the final itinerary and deposit payment. If any quoted accommodations are unavailable, we reserve the right to substitute them with suitable alternatives, which may affect the final quoted price.
Insurance
- Requirement: All clients must have medical and travel insurance to cover unforeseen circumstances.
Rates
- Subject to Change: Tour rates are subject to change without notice. We will make every effort to maintain rates, but changes in government taxes or operating conditions may be passed on to clients.
Permit Cancellation Policy
Uganda Gorilla Permit Cancellation Policy
- Guarantee: A Gorilla Permit is guaranteed only upon receipt of the deposit ($800 per person per trek) as it must be paid immediately to the Uganda Wildlife Authority.
Cancellation Fees
- More than 90 days before tracking: 25% cancellation fee.
- 89 to 46 days before tracking: 50% cancellation fee.
- 45 to 9 days before tracking: 75% cancellation fee.
- 8 to 0 days before tracking: 100% cancellation fee.
Important Information
- Age Requirement: The minimum age for gorilla tracking is 15 years.
- Health: Visitors with flu or other airborne diseases will not be allowed into the rainforest jungle to see the gorillas.
- Safety Protocols: Masks must be worn at all times, and a distance of 10 meters must be maintained between you and the gorillas.