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3-Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari
  • 3 days / 2 nights
  • Gorilla trek
  • Starts in Kampala

3-Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

Kampala , then Volcanoes , then Kigali

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Duration
3 days, 2 nights
Starts
Kampala
Ends
Kigali
Countries
Uganda, Rwanda
Parks and reserves
1
Travel
On foot
Vehicle
4x4, pop-up roof
Group
Max 6 guests

Where you go

3 stops on this route

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 3-day, 2- night gorilla trekking safari choosing between Uganda's renowned Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park or the majestic Volcanoes National park.Journey into the heart of Africa's pristine rainforests for a privileged encounter with endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.This immersive adventure offers a profound connection with nature and the unique opportunity to witness these gentle giants up close,creating memories that will last a lifetime.Join our 3 Day gorilla trekking safari to Bwindi Impenetrable forest National park Uganda or Volcanoes National park in Rwanda with FirstAfrican Dream-Kenya Safaris Gorilla Trekkers.The 2 parks shelter the highest number of mountain gorillas in the wold hence offer you ultimate gorilla encounters.

Included on this safari

  • Pop-up roof
  • Six passengers
  • Driver guide
  • Park fees
  • Accommodation
  • Meals
  • Bottled water
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Binoculars
  • Hotel pickup
  • Price guarantee

Day by day

Walk the route

Route in motion

Kampala

Starting point 3 stops
29° E 30° E 31° E 32° E 33° E 2° S 1° S 0° S Uganda Tanzania Dem. Rep. Congo 01 Kampala Start 02 Volcanoes Days 01–02 03 Kigali Day 03 100 km
Stay

Day 01 / 03

Kampala – Bwindi Forest or Kigali to Volcanoes National park

Arrive at Entebbe international airport, meet our diver guide and transfer to Bwindi forest via Kampala Masaka Mbarara Kabale route. Enjoy Ankole beautiful sceneries, take photographs at the equator with and proceed for an en route lunch at Igongo Cultural centre in Mbarara. Reach Bwindiin the evening for an overnight at Mahgany springs lodge, Bwindi Forest Lodge. Alternatively, Arrive at Kigali International airport, meet our driver guide and drive to Volcanoes National park in northwestern Rwanda. You will enjoy the scenic drive through the rolling hills of Rwanda which make your safari more enjoyable. Dinner and overnight at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge, Gorilla Solution lodge.

Volcanoes
Volcanoes, Rwanda

Overnight

Lodge confirmed when you book

Day 02 / 03

Gorilla Trekking and Cultural Visits

Wake up early, have breakfast and at 7:00 am transfer to any headquarters of the respective gorilla national park (Bwindi or Volcanoes). At around 8:00 am, you will transfer to the trekking starting point and follow various trails in the forest in search of the gorillas. This may take you between 2-6 hours but the experience is surely memorable. On reaching the gorillas, you will spend an hour observing their behaviors and taking photographs after which you will descend back to the lodge forest. If you are trekking in Volcanoes National park, you have high chances of seeing gorillas earlier than in Bwindi. Later in the day, go for cultural encounters. In Bwindi, you will visit Batwa pygmies in the boundaries of the forest while in Rwanda, visit the Ibyiwacu community village to learn more about Rwanda culture. visit the Batwa pygmies, the traditional forest dwellers who will demonstrate to you about their forest life. Dinner and overnight at the lodge (Day 1).

Volcanoes
Volcanoes, Rwanda

Overnight

Lodge confirmed when you book

Day 03 / 03

Drive Back to Kampala or Drive back to Kigali for the return flight

Transfer back to Kampala, briefly stop at the Equator for photographs, connect to Entebbe Airport for your scheduled flight. In Rwanda, drive back to Kigali, have a short city tour and connect to Kigali International airport for your return flight.

Kigali
Kigali, Rwanda

End of safari

Drop-off at your hotel in Kigali

In pictures

What you will see

Price and timing

Shape the safari around you

Set your travelling party, compare the seasons, then ask FAD for the exact fare for your dates and preferred stay.

Your safari price Tailored quoted for your group
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Your travelling party

Who should we price for?

Adults

Ages 18 and over

2

Children

We price each child by age

Pricing basis

2 adult rates

Group rate applies

Under 3 free. Ages 3 to 11 pay 75%. Ages 12 to 17 pay 90%.

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Your travel window

Choose the feel of your safari

Wildlife is present year-round. Season changes the landscape, demand and price more than it changes the adventure.

  • PeakJul to Oct
  • HighNov to Mar
  • LowApr to Jun
  1. Jan High
  2. Feb High
  3. Mar High
  4. Apr Low
  5. May Low
  6. Jun Low
  7. Jul Peak
  8. Aug Peak
  9. Sep Peak
  10. Oct Peak Now
  11. Nov High
  12. Dec High
  • Jul to Oct Wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara
  • Apr to May Long rains: green parks, quiet roads

Best value: April to June brings greener parks, fewer vehicles and lower seasonal rates.

Included

  • Guarantee Price, Guarantee Departure
  • All pickups from your hotel and back after safari
  • Accommodation as indicated (2 people sharing a double room with 1 or 2 separate beds. Please let us know your preference at the time of booking)
  • Activities and meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
  • All park fees and government taxes
  • Services of professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Bottled water while on safari
  • Unlimited mileage on the safari
  • Maximum of 6 passengers in the safari vehicles
  • Safari Transport and game drives in a safari minibus fitted with a pop-up roof tops and guarantee of a window seat for game viewing and photography.
  • All safari Minibus carries safari accessories such as wildlife books, cooler box, binoculars, a first aid kit, fire extinguisher and it has a guaranteed window seats. Option for a jeep available at a small fee.

Not included

  • International air fare
  • Items of a personal nature such as passport, visa and traveler’s insurance
  • Tips to driver-guide

Before you ask

The questions we get most

Answered from this itinerary, not from a template. Anything still open, our team in Mombasa will answer the same day.

Ask us yours
How long is the 3-Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari?

It runs for 3 days and 2 nights. The pace is set by the driving between parks, so the itinerary shows what each day holds.

Where does the 3-Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari go?

It starts in Kampala. It visits Volcanoes. The route crosses Uganda and Rwanda.

How much does the 3-Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari cost?

We quote this safari for your dates rather than publishing a single price. The cost depends on when you travel, how many of you there are and which lodges you choose. Send your dates and we will price it.

What is included in the 3-Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari?

Guarantee Price, Guarantee Departure. All pickups from your hotel and back after safari. Accommodation as indicated (2 people sharing a double room with 1 or 2 separate beds. Please let us know your preference at the time of booking). Activities and meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner). All park fees and government taxes. Services of professional English-speaking driver-guide.

What vehicle will I travel in?

Our own 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser or a safari minibus, both with a pop-up roof for game viewing. We carry a maximum of six passengers, so every seat is a window seat, and the vehicle is serviced after every safari.

When is the best time to travel?

The safari year runs in three seasons. July to October is peak season, with the driest ground and the strongest game viewing. November to March is warm and clear. April to June brings the long rains, greener country, quieter parks and our lowest prices.

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