3-Day Bwindi National Park Gorilla Habituation Safari
Overview
Tour Overview
Embark on a rare 3-day adventure from Kigali Rwanda to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Uganda for an unforgettable gorilla habituation experience. Explore
Day by Day
Itinerary
Kigali Rwanda to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Uganda
Day 1Kigali Rwanda to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Uganda Kigali Rwanda to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Uganda Begin with an early breakfast at your hotel in Kigali before meeting your safari guide for a trip briefing. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial to understand Rwanda’s past. Afterward, embark on a scenic 4–5 hour drive to Uganda across the border, with a lunch stop en route. Arrive at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, check into your lodge in the Rushaga sector, and enjoy a relaxing evening in the forested surroundings. Dinner and overnight at the lodge. Accommodation at Rushaga Gorilla Camp or similar Meals: Lunch, Dinner. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest) High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce) Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall) Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP GorillaCommon ChimpanzeeRare ElephantRare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone LionNone Show more GiraffeNone LeopardNone CheetahNone BuffaloNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) +41 Photos +40 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Gorilla Habituation Experience in Rushaga Sector
Day 2Gorilla Habituation Experience in Rushaga Sector Gorilla Habituation Experience in Rushaga Sector Start very early with breakfast at 5:00 AM, then transfer to the Rushaga ranger station for registration and briefing. Accompanied by trained rangers and researchers, trek through the dense forest to find a semi-habituated gorilla family. Spend up to 4 hours observing, photographing, and learning about these incredible primates and their behaviors. Return to the lodge in the afternoon for rest and dinner, reflecting on a truly unforgettable wildlife experience. Accommodation at Rushaga Gorilla Camp or similar Meals: Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Bwindi Impenetrable NP to Kigali Rwanda and Departure
Day 3Bwindi Impenetrable NP to Kigali Rwanda and Departure Bwindi Impenetrable NP to Kigali Rwanda and Departure Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before checking out. Begin your scenic drive back to Kigali through the rolling Kigezi Highlands. Upon arrival, your driver-guide will drop you at your hotel or Kigali International Airport, marking the end of your 3-day gorilla habituation adventure. This is a perfect blend of wildlife exploration and cultural reflection. Meals: Breakfast. Main Destination: Kigali (Rwanda) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Safari 2 Gorilla Tours, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. If you request
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- A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
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Dan was the best tour guide we ever had. Very kind and genuine and very recommended for your tour
Meticulously planned and well curated tour. Extremely helpful people. Aron was always prompt to answer any queries over the many months that went into planning and changing of plans due to war. We discussed and added a trip to Rwenzori on...
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My wife and I had an incredible 12-day tour that featured astounding wildlife, exceptional food and service, and a highly personalized itinerary. The tour was extremely customizable, as Aron helped craft the perfect trip that encompassed...
This was an amazing experience tinder the gorilla in its own habitat. All the people that works with this made by day, a very kind man picked me up in the morning and drove me back also. Charged pictures with me as well. The crew at the...
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