4 days MOUNTAIN gorilla TREKKING UGANDA VIA RWANDA 2026.

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our experienced driver-guide, and enjoy a comfortable 20-minute drive to your hotel in Kigali, where you will spend the night.
 
Overnight and Dinner:
 
Kigali Marriot Hotel – Luxury
 
Park Inn By Radisson Blu – Mid Range.
 
Chez Lando Hotel – Standard 
                         
Meal Plan: Dinner. 
Driving Time: 20 Minutes.

Begin the day with a delicious breakfast, followed by a half-day Kigali city tour.
- Visit the Belgium Museum to honor the 10 Belgian UN peacekeepers who lost their lives during the 1994 Rwanda genocide against the Tutsi community.
- Explore the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a poignant site commemorating the 1994 Rwanda genocide
- Enjoy lunch at the iconic Hotel des Mille Collines

Departure to Bwindi National Park
After lunch, depart for Bwindi National Park, located in southwestern Uganda. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is renowned for its:
- Excellent gorilla-sighting opportunities, with half of the remaining mountain gorillas calling the park home
- Breathtaking natural beauty, with rugged landscapes, dense jungle, cascading waterfalls, and sparkling mountain streams
- Unique ecological significance, with a network of forest walks, over 340 species of bird, and a variety of brightly-colored butterflies

Overnight and Dinner:
 
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge – Luxury – Garden Cottage.
 
Gorilla Leisure Lodge – Mid-Range 
 
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge – Standard
 
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
Drive Time: +4 Hours

Gorilla Trekking Adventure:
 
Rise early for a nourishing breakfast, preparing you for an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience.  By 8:00 am, report to the ranger station for registration and a comprehensive briefing by experienced park rangers. Embark on a guided journey through the lush undergrowth, navigating the dense rainforest in pursuit of the majestic mountain gorillas. Trekking time can vary from 30 minutes to 5-6 hours, requiring a moderate level of physical fitness and sturdy hiking shoes.
 
As you sit among these incredible creatures, listen to their enchanting vocalizations and marvel at the imposing presence of the dominant silverback. This intimate encounter is a rare privilege, with only approximately 650 mountain gorillas remaining in the wild. Savor this extraordinary moment, surrounded by the sights, sounds, and majesty of these incredible animals in their natural habitat.
 
The Batwa Experience was created by the displaced Batwa pygmies to educate their children and to share their amazing heritage and traditions with the world. Since 1992, the Batwa have been unable to live in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, their ancestors’ home. Yet they have not forgotten the old ways.
Step back in time to see how the Batwa lived for millenia in the Bwindi, one of the most beautiful jungles on earth and home of the famous mountain gorillas. Enjoy an incredible day hike in the rain forest with Batwa guides, see how the Batwa lived and hunted, learn about medicinal plants, and watch for animals and birds.

Overnight and Dinner:
 
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge – Luxury – Garden Cottage.
 
Gorilla Leisure Lodge – Mid-Range 
 
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge – Standard
 
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Bid farewell to the majestic Bwindi Impenetrable National Park as you drive to Mgahinga National Park for golden monkey trek.

Golden Monkey Tracking in Mgahinga National Park

Embark on a unique journey to catch a glimpse of the endangered Golden Monkey. This striking primate, with its vibrant orange fur, is a photographer's dream amidst the lush green rainforests of the Virunga Mountains.

Highlights of the Golden Monkey Experience:

- Witness the energetic demeanor of these rare primates

- Observe sizable troupes of up to 30 individuals

- Enjoy a rare opportunity to spot the Golden Monkey, found in limited locations outside the park

Following the trek, have lunch in Kisoro town then proceed to the Uganda & Rwanda border at Kyanika for immigration formalities before continuing on to Kigali Airport for your departure flight. Estimated arrival time in Kigali is 6:00 PM (1800 hours).

Meal Plan: Breakfast, & Lunch.

Drive Time: 4 Hours.