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3 Day Exclusive Gorilla Tracking Experience From Kigali

3 Day Exclusive Gorilla Tracking Experience From Kigali

Safari overview
This 3-day Bwindi Mountain gorilla tracking tour from Kigali is ideal for those interested in trekking mountain gorillas in Bwindi but are staying in Rwanda or abroad . It offers one of the shortest mountain gorilla experiences, perfect for individuals eager to spend time with these magnificent creatures. The mountain tracking experience allows participants to stay with the gorillas for a remarkable 1 hour, immersing themselves fully in their natural habitat.

Starting your gorilla tracking tour from Kigali significantly reduces driving time to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park compared to starting from Kampala or Entebbe International Airport. This ensures a more efficient and convenient journey, allowing you to maximize your time with the mountain gorillas.

Detailed itinerary

On your arrival at Kigali international airport, you will be warmly welcomed or picked from any hotel of your accommodation in Kigali city for short briefing about your tour and then start your road drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park the best home to the mountain gorillas in the world. This journey will take you through the most scenic hilly areas of the country in southwestern Uganda which is proudly known as the Switzerland of Africa. You will have an en-route stop at Kisoro town to have lunch or some snacks and then proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park to check in at your booked lodge for dinner and an overnight.

Safari lodge: Rushaga gorilla camp

Meal Plan: Lunch / Dinner

Prepare for an extraordinary mountain gorilla trekking experience by waking early and donning the recommended attire: long trousers, a long-sleeved shirt, waterproof hiking shoes, a waterproof jacket, a round hat, and heavy-duty gloves to combat the unpredictable forest weather. After breakfast and packing lunch, meet your safari guide and head to the park information center for a comprehensive pre-trek briefing. Learn about dos and don’ts, expectations, and the code of conduct during the gorilla trek. Grouped with eight individuals, you’ll be assigned a specific gorilla family to track, accompanied by armed rangers and a knowledgeable guide. Venture deep into the forest, following trails in search of the mountain gorillas. The trek duration ranges from 45 minutes to 6 hours, depending on the gorilla family’s location and movements. Be mentally and physically prepared for the challenging terrain and consider your fitness level when selecting a gorilla family to track. Encounter diverse wildlife such as forest elephants, primates, and endemic bird species, with your guide providing insights into the rich ecosystem. Upon meeting the gorilla family, enjoy a mesmerizing hour observing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Respect their space, avoid direct eye contact with the dominant silverback, and maintain a calm demeanor if confronted. Receive your trekking certificate as a token of appreciation for contributing to gorilla conservation before returning to your lodge for relaxation and overnight stay.

Safari lodge: Rushaga Gorilla camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast/Lunch / Dinner

Have breakfast and drive back to Kigali airport or city and on your arrival at Kigali city, you will have lunch and then drive to the airport to meet your return flight or to any hotel in Kigali city to relax. This is the end your adventurous 3 day Bwindi mountain gorilla tracking tour from kigali

Meal plan : Breakfast and Lunch

Package price includes:

-1 Gorilla tracking Permit each person Bwindi Impenetrable National Park( Rushaga sector) ($800)

– Car hire transportation in 4WD tourist car for 3 days

– Fuel for the entire trip

– Safe drinking mineral water in car full time

– Meals at the lodges

– Services of English speaking driver-guide for 3 days

– Accommodation for  2 nights on full board meals

 Package price excludes;

– Air ticket and visa fees

– Soft sodas and alcoholic drinks

– Extra activities out of itinerary

– And other personal items/expenses

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