8 Day Gorilla Trek, Wildlife Safari and Chimp Habituation Experience
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About This Activity in Kigali
Why Visit Kigali?
Kigali, Rwanda offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Kigali provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Kigali
You can reach Kigali, Rwanda by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- Gorilla & chimp permits, transfers, guide/driver, park entry fees
What's Not Included
- Visas, travel insurances and flights
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Meeting and Pickup
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers
Pickup Time: 60 minutes before departure
Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.
Itinerary
Transfer from Kigali, Rwanda to Bwindi National Park in Uganda
We will drive from Kigali, Rwanda to Bwindi National Park in Uganda 5 hours
We will drive from Kigali, Rwanda to Bwindi National Park in Uganda. The drive to Uganda will go through the land border of Cyanika and will take 5 hours.
Gorilla Trekking Adventure at Bwindi National Park
You will head to the Bwindi national park... 6 hours
You will head to the Bwindi national park gate immediately after breakfast to get a briefing about the gorilla trek. The national park guide will conduct the briefing and cover the basics on what to expect during the trek. At this point, you will be told which gorilla family to trek. Other visitors will likely join you. The gorilla trek can take from a few to many hours, depending on how far the gorillas are inside the forest. After the gorilla trek, return to the lodge for an evening rest.
Golden Monkey Trek at Mgahinga Gorilla National Park and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Golden monkey trekking (morning) 5 hours
Golden monkey trekking (morning). Trek the Golden Monkeys in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. This trip will take you to trek the golden monkeys, an endemic species of Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in southwestern Uganda. You will enter the forest and walk through the bamboo vegetation and a variety of indigenous plants like giant lobelia. During the trip, your national park guide will tell you about the history of the national park and the fauna and flora that the park holds. The golden monkey trek should take about 5 hours. After golden monkey trekking transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for an evening of relaxation.
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha Sector to spot tree climbing lions
Drive from Bwindi National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park 2 hours
Drive from Bwindi National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Make a stopover at the Ishasha sector to spot tree-climbing lions. After the Ishasha game drives continue the journey to Katungulu, northern Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Kasenyi Plains Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Trip at Queen Elizabeth National Park
In the morning, visit the Kasenyi plains of... 4 hours
In the morning, visit the Kasenyi plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park for safari game drives to spot wildlife, including lions, buffalos, elephants, and many more.
In the afternoon, join a boat cruise on... 2 hours
In the afternoon, join a boat cruise on the Kazinga channel to encounter various species of animals (elephants, buffalos, etc.) and birds
Kyambura Gorge Walk and Transfer to Kibale National Park via Fort Portal crater lakes drive
We will start the day with a nature... 6 hours
We will start the day with a nature walk at Kyambura gorge, which is also known to host chimpanzees. Afterward, we will drive to Kibale National Park via the Fort Portal crater lakes drives.
Chimpanzee Habituation Experience at Kibale (Half Day)
Starting in the morning at Kibale National Forest... 4 hours
Starting in the morning at Kibale National Forest Park, you will go into the jungle to experience the chimpanzee habituation experience. This will be a half day experience of learning about how the chimps are trained to get familiar with human experience. You will be guided on the trek by Uganda Wildlife Authority staff. If time permits after the trek, there are complementary activities to do, including community walks and visiting the Bigodi swamp sanctuary.
Drive from Kibale National Park to Kampala or Entebbe
This will be the last day of the 8-day safari 6 hours
This will be the last day of the 8-day safari. We will drive from Kibale National Park to Kampala or Entebbe airport. The drive to Kampala/Entebbeis 6hrs.
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What is the cancellation policy?
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