2-Day Gorilla Trekking Tour from Kigali to Bwindi with Permit

2 Days Round trip from Kigali Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cross-border gorilla trekking from Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • 02 Travel via the Katuna border point between Rwanda and Uganda
  • 03 Track mountain gorillas after an 8:00am briefing at Bwindi headquarters
  • 04 Overnight lodge stay near Bwindi before your trekking experience
  • 05 Return to Kigali after lunch on day two via the same border route

Cross borders for an unforgettable 2-day gorilla trekking adventure from Kigali, Rwanda to Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Travel via the Katuna border, settle into your lodge for the night, and prepare for one of Africa's most iconic wildlife encounters. On day two, head to the trekking headquarters for the 8:00am briefing before starting your gorilla trek, with the duration depending on the movement of the gorilla families. After lunch, return to Kigali via the same border route.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Yes
Cities Kigali, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Pickup in Kigali and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Begin your 2-day gorilla trekking journey with pickup from Kigali, Rwanda, and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda via the Katuna border point. After crossing into Uganda, continue to your lodge near the park for dinner and an overnight stay.

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Day 02

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Return to Kigali

After an early morning breakfast at the lodge, drive to the Bwindi gorilla trekking headquarters for the 8:00am briefing before the trek begins. The trekking duration may be long or short depending on the movement of the gorilla families. After the trek, drive to a restaurant for lunch and then transfer back to Kigali through the same border. This marks the end of your 2-day gorilla trekking experience.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kigali 2 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodation
  • Transportation
  • Meals
  • Entrance fees
  • Gorilla permits
  • Full-time English-speaking driver-guide
  • Water
  • Border crossing

What's Not Included

  • Visa
  • Personal expenses
  • Alcohol drinks

What to bring

  • Rain jacket
  • Walking shoes
  • Mosquito repellent
  • Sunscreen
  • Camera
  • Gloves
  • Face masks

Know before you go

  • Gorilla permit in Uganda is $800 per person, per permit.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup from any place in Kigali.
Tour start
Kigali
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Kigali.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $70.00 — $250.00
Double Sharing $60.00 — $130.00
Triple Sharing $50.00 — $80.00

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