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3 Day Gorilla Habituation Experience through Kigali

Overview

Our 3 Day Gorilla Habituation Experience through Kigali is perfect for those staying in Rwanda but interested in trekking mountain gorillas in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This safari is also ideal for those wanting to spend more time with the gorillas. This tour provides up to 4 hours with the gorillas in one day. The habituation experience takes place in the southern part of Bwindi (Rushaga and Nkuringo), and accessing Bwindi through Kigali significantly reduces travel time.

Summary of the 3 Day Gorilla Habituation Experience through Kigali

Day 01: Pickup from Kigali City/Airport and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 02: Four-hour gorilla habituation experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Rushaga/Nkuringo)
Day 03: Drive to Kigali Airport for your flight out

Highlights

Destination: Uganda via Kigali, Rwanda
Tour Duration: Starts and ends in Kigali (Rwanda)
Main Attraction: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Activity: 4-hour gorilla habituation experience
Transportation: Open-sided 4×4 vehicle & pop-up roof 4×4 vehicle
Transfers: Included from and back to the airport (or hotel)
Accommodation: Additional accommodation before and after the tour can be arranged at an extra cost

Things to Consider

Accommodation: Included
Group Size: Maximum of 4 people per group
Flexibility: Tour can depart any day and be customized
Solo Travelers: Welcome to join this tour
Age Limit: 15 years and above

TRIP ITINERARY

Tour Plan

Day 1

Pick Up from Kigali Airport/Hotel and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

You will be picked up from Kigali International Airport or any hotel in Kigali to start your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The scenic drive will take you through Rwanda's "country of a thousand hills" to Uganda, "the Pearl of Africa." You will cross into Uganda at either the Katuna or Chanika border, with a stop at Kabale town (Katuna border) or Kisoro (Chanika border), before proceeding to Bwindi for an overnight stay.

Meal Plan: All Meals Included
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge or Trekkers Tavern Lodge

Day 2

Gorilla Habituation Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After an early breakfast, you will head to the park headquarters for a briefing about the dos and don’ts during the gorilla habituation experience. Guided by researchers and experienced guides, you will trek into the forest. Along the way, you may encounter various birds, animals, and primates. Once you find the gorillas, you will spend four hours observing them. You will also have the opportunity to engage with the researchers in their work, such as collecting samples, naming group members, and making calls. After the experience, you will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Meals: All Meals Included
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge or Trekkers Tavern Lodge

Day 3

Drive to Kigali Airport

After breakfast, you will drive back to Kigali Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your 3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Habituation Experience via Kigali.

Meal Plan: All Meals Included

INCLUDES & EXCLUDES

Includes

Airport transfers on the first and last day
Gorilla Permits
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

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GENERAL FAQs

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.

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