5 Days Kigali-Bwindi Gorilla Safari, A Uganda Rwanda Adventure
Safari Overview
Travel Highlights
Safari Rates
Safari Features
Getting There
Safari Overview
The Kigali-Bwindi Gorilla Safari creates a seamless connection between these two captivating countries, allowing you to bask in uninterrupted moments with a family of habituated mountain gorillas. This unique route directly takes you from Rwanda’s vibrant capital, Kigali, to the heart of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
This journey offers an attractive alternative for those seeking to sidestep the lengthy 10-hour drive between Entebbe International Airport and Bwindi’s lush forest. Moreover, it grants access to more affordable gorilla treks compared to the pricier options in Volcanoes National Park.
Parks in this Trip
Bwindi Forest National Park
Travel Highlights
Day 1: Arrive in Kigali
Day 2: Transfer From Kigali To Bwindi Via Kyanika Border
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Day 4: Guided Culture Trials in Batwa
Day 5: Transfer to Kigali Rwanda
Safari Rates
Rates Per Person
Start dates | Solo 1 room | 2+ people Sharing rooms |
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Jan 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024 | s/p* | Get a Quote |
Jan 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2025 | s/p* | Get a Quote |
Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2026 | s/p* | Get a Quote |
*s/p= Special Order. This tour is for solo travelers with special order.
Important to Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older. Children under 16 receive a discount.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, evening/night game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & boat trip
Game drives: pop-up roof 4×4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4×4 vehicle, boat & hiking/walking
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Safari Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and guest houses.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Getting There
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Kigali/ Pickup Location
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Entebbe Airport (EBB – Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
This 5 Days Kigali-Bwindi Safari provides an exclusive opportunity to explore the bountiful landscapes and cultural tapestries of both Uganda and Rwanda, all while preserving the depth of the experience you seek.
Price includes/excludes
- Park fees (For non-residents).
- Two Gorilla Permits
- A professional driver/guide
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade).
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section).
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional).
- Cultural Trips
- Drinking Water
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour.
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day).
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Extra meals, snacks, gratuities, souvenirs, service tips
- The government imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees.