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7 Days Rwanda-Uganda Gorilla & Chimp Trekking
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7 Days Rwanda-Uganda Gorilla & Chimp Trekking

Two gorilla treks across two countries

Duration
7 days
Max Group
8 people
Starting From
$4,200
Country
Rwanda

Overview

This 7-day Rwanda-Uganda safari crosses borders for the ultimate gorilla experience — trekking in both Volcanoes National Park (Rwanda) and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Uganda). Golden monkey tracking, a Queen Elizabeth boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, and chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest complete the journey.

Trip Highlights

  • Double gorilla trek: Rwanda + Uganda
  • Golden monkey tracking in Virunga bamboo forest
  • Boat cruise on Kazinga Channel for tree-climbing lions
  • Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest NP
  • Tour concludes in Kampala/Kigali

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Upon arrival at the airport or from your hotel, the driver takes you on a city tour: Genocide Memorial Centre, local markets, and other sites. Afterwards you are conveyed to Volcanoes National Park with views of the Virunga mountains. Overnight at Muhabura Hotel.

Muhabura Hotel, Musanze
Lunch, Dinner
Airport or hotel pickup Kigali city tour Genocide Memorial Centre Drive to Volcanoes NP
2

First Gorilla Trekking Adventure & Cultural Walk

Shortly after breakfast, receive a short update from park headquarters then proceed to the bamboo forest. You will have one hour to observe the gorillas, watch the animals, and take photographs. In the evening, option to go for a community walk in the neighbouring village.

Muhabura Hotel, Musanze
Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
Gorilla trek briefing Mountain gorilla trek in Volcanoes NP One hour with gorilla family Community village walk (evening)
3

Golden Monkey Tracking & Transfer to Bwindi NP

The tour guide leads you to the golden monkey tracking venue in Volcanoes NP. Afterwards embark on the cross-border journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest in Uganda. Overnight at Gorilla Safari Lodge.

Gorilla Safari Lodge, Bwindi
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Golden monkey tracking in bamboo forest Cross-border drive to Uganda Arrive Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
4

Second Gorilla Trekking & Transfer to Ishasha

Gather at park headquarters for briefing, then enter the forest to search for the gentle giants. One hour to observe and photograph. Return and transfer to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth NP. Dinner and overnight at Ishasha Wilderness Camp.

Ishasha Wilderness Camp
Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
Gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest One hour with gorilla family Transfer to Ishasha sector
5

Queen Elizabeth National Park & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

After breakfast the driver takes all tourists to Queen Elizabeth NP via Ishasha to see the famous tree-climbing lions. Afterwards embark on a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel — birds, crocodiles, buffaloes, and elephants. Dinner and overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge.

Mweya Safari Lodge
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ishasha tree-climbing lions game drive Kazinga Channel boat cruise Bird, crocodile and elephant viewing
6

Transfer to Kibale Forest NP & Chimpanzee Trekking

Welcome to Day 6. Shortly after breakfast embark on a journey to Kibale Forest NP. In the afternoon you are guided to the chimpanzee trekking activities. Dinner and overnight at Crater Safari Lodge.

Crater Safari Lodge, Kibale
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Kibale Forest NP Afternoon chimpanzee trekking
7

Transfer to Kigali/Kampala & Departure

Day 7. After breakfast the driver takes you to the Entebbe Airport or back to Kigali for your departure flight.

Breakfast
Drive to Entebbe Airport or Kigali Airport transfer and departure

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