6 days Bwindi gorilla trekking and Wildlife Safari in Uganda from Rwanda.
Detailed Itinerary: 6 days gorilla trekking Bwindi
Day 1 – Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Morning: Meet your tour guide from Gorilla Safaris Uganda (GS Uganda Travel) in Kigali for a warm welcome and safari briefing.
City stop: Visit the Gisozi Genocide Memorial to pay tribute to Rwanda’s history.
We shall drive through Rwanda’s scenic hills into Uganda, enjoying changing landscapes and traditional villages.
and we cross Cyanika or Katuna border as you enter Uganda.
we shall proceed through South western Uganda, passing terraced farms, banana plantations, and distant volcanic peaks.
Arrive in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park by late afternoon.
Accommodation : Check in to your lodge, relax, and enjoy a welcome dinner in the forest setting.
Overnight: Rushaga gorilla lodge / Buhoma Gorilla Lodge, Four gorillaz lodge,
Budget lodges: Buhoma community lodge, CTPH gorilla Conservation Lodge, Bwindi View Lodge
Day 2 – Gorilla Trekking Experience & Cultural Encounter
Breakfast at the Lodge: Enjoy an early, hearty breakfast to fuel your adventure.
Ranger Briefing: Arrive at the park headquarters for a safety briefing and receive your gorilla family assignment.
The Trek Begins: Step into the misty, ancient canopy of Bwindi with expert rangers as you track the mountain gorillas.
The encounter: Spend one unforgettable hour observing a habituated gorilla family in their natural habitat, up close and in the wild.
Return to the Lodge: Trek back out of the forest, collect your gorilla tracking graduation certificate, then return to the lodge to rest and freshen up.
Optional Cultural Immersion: Choose either a guided village walk or a Batwa Pygmy Experience to learn about traditional forest life and survival skills.
Dinner & Relaxation: Gather around the fireplace, share stories of the day, and enjoy a well‑deserved dinner.
Day 3 – Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha
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Morning activity: Enjoy a refreshing guided nature walk along the edge of Bwindi Forest, or visit a nearby community centre to gain insight into local life and culture.
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Scenic transfer: Depart Bwindi and travel through Uganda’s beautiful rolling hills, terraced farmland and picturesque countryside towards Queen Elizabeth National Park.
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Enter Ishasha Sector: Arrive in the park’s remote southern Ishasha Sector, renowned for its distinctive tree-climbing lions.
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Bush lunch: Stop for a relaxed lunch at an Ishasha safari lodge while enjoying the peaceful savannah surroundings.
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2:30 PM – Lion-tracking game drive: Set out on an afternoon game drive through Ishasha, searching for lions resting in the branches of the sector’s large sycamore fig trees, as well as elephants, topi, buffalo and other wildlife.
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Northward journey: Continue north through the park, passing crater lakes, open savannah plains and scenic landscapes en route to the central sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
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Budget lodges: Bushlodge/Engiri game lodge/Emabarura Farm lodge
Day 4: Game Drive Safari in Uganda Queen Elizabeth National Park for wildlife
Begin your day with a cup of tea or coffee before setting out on an early-morning game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park. Depending on the day’s route and wildlife movements, you may explore the Kasenyi Plains and, where time permits, the Ishasha Sector—renowned for its elusive tree-climbing lions.
The cool morning hours offer excellent opportunities to spot lions and other predators while they are most active. As you explore the park’s open savannah, keep watch for large herds of Uganda kob, elephants, buffaloes, warthogs and a variety of other wildlife. The scenic drive may also take you past the park’s beautiful salt lakes, adding to the experience.
After the game drive, return to the lodge for breakfast and some time to relax. Enjoy lunch before proceeding to the Kazinga Channel for a memorable two-hour boat cruise.
As you glide along the channel, look out for hippos surfacing close to the boat, buffaloes resting in the shallows and elephants gathering along the water’s edge. The channel is also a paradise for birdwatchers, with opportunities to see pink-backed pelicans, pied and malachite kingfishers, saddle-billed storks and many other species. Queen Elizabeth National Park is home to more than 550 recorded bird species, making the cruise especially rewarding for nature enthusiasts and photographers.
Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, reflecting on an unforgettable day of wildlife encounters.
Accommodation options available (all on full board basis)
Up-market: Mweya Safari Lodge (In Deluxe Rooms)
Moderate: Mweya Safari Lodge (In Standard Rooms) Or Jacana Lodge or Katara Lodge, Budget Tourist: Mweya Albertine Hostels
Day 5: Kyambura gorge tour and salt mining at lake Katwe.
After breakfast, drive to Kyambura Gorge for an exhilarating chimpanzee trekking experience. As you explore the lush gorge, keep an eye out for chimpanzees and other primates, including red-tailed monkeys, black-and-white colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys and olive baboons.
The surrounding woodland and savannah are also home to a variety of wildlife, such as elephants, giant forest hogs, bushbucks, antelopes, lions, leopards and hyenas. Bird enthusiasts may spot species including blue-headed bee-eaters, African finfoots, falcons, kingfishers and turacos.
After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and some time to relax. In the afternoon, enjoy an optional visit to the traditional salt-mining sites at Lake Katwe, followed by a scenic excursion to the nearby crater lakes. Return to the lodge later in the day for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation options available (all on full board basis)
Up-market: Mweya Safari Lodge (In Deluxe Rooms)
Moderate: Mweya Safari Lodge (In Standard Rooms) Or Jacana Lodge
Budget Tourist: Mweya Albertine Hostels
Day 6: Transfer to Kigali’s Rwanda for Shopping and Departure flight.
- After morning breakfast, we checkout of our lodge and drive to kigali (5-6 hours drive)
- Arrive in Kigali for last-minute shopping or city exploration.
Evening: Transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.
- Notes: Ensure you have the appropriate permits for gorilla trekking in both Uganda and Rwanda. Carry essentials such as waterproof clothing, sturdy hiking boots, insect repellent, and a good camera. Itinerary may be adjusted based on flight schedules and specific interests.
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- Transportation by 4WD safari van
- Fuel expenses
- Accommodation while on safari as per the itinerary
- driver/guide
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) while on safari,
- 1 soft drink per meal i.e. a soda or mineral water at/during lunch and dinner,
- Park entrance fees
- Mountain gorilla permit ($800)
- Chimpanzee Trekking Permit ($100)
- Ranger fees
- Local and international flights
- Personal Travel insurance
- Visa Fees to Uganda
- Drinks cigarettes
- Tips
- Souvenirs and any other items of personal nature.supplements you can contact us:
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Embark on an unforgettable adventure with our 6 days bwindi gorilla trekking and wildlife safari through the stunning landscapes of Uganda and Rwanda. This journey takes you deep into the heart of Africa’s most beautiful and biologically diverse regions, offering a unique blend of thrilling wildlife encounters and immersive cultural experiences. Begin your journey in Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital, before traversing the breathtaking highlands to Bwindi Impenetrable natural Forest in Uganda, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Experience the thrill of a lifetime as you trek through dense jungles to observe these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
Detailed Itinerary: 6 days gorilla trekking Bwindi
Day 1 – Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Morning: Meet your tour guide from Gorilla Safaris Uganda (GS Uganda Travel) in Kigali for a warm welcome and safari briefing.
City stop: Visit the Gisozi Genocide Memorial to pay tribute to Rwanda’s history.
We shall drive through Rwanda’s scenic hills into Uganda, enjoying changing landscapes and traditional villages.
and we cross Cyanika or Katuna border as you enter Uganda.
we shall proceed through South western Uganda, passing terraced farms, banana plantations, and distant volcanic peaks.
Arrive in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park by late afternoon.
Accommodation : Check in to your lodge, relax, and enjoy a welcome dinner in the forest setting.
Overnight: Rushaga gorilla lodge / Buhoma Gorilla Lodge, Four gorillaz lodge,
Budget lodges: Buhoma community lodge, CTPH gorilla Conservation Lodge, Bwindi View Lodge
Day 2 – Gorilla Trekking Experience & Cultural Encounter
Breakfast at the Lodge: Enjoy an early, hearty breakfast to fuel your adventure.
Ranger Briefing: Arrive at the park headquarters for a safety briefing and receive your gorilla family assignment.
The Trek Begins: Step into the misty, ancient canopy of Bwindi with expert rangers as you track the mountain gorillas.
The encounter: Spend one unforgettable hour observing a habituated gorilla family in their natural habitat, up close and in the wild.
Return to the Lodge: Trek back out of the forest, collect your gorilla tracking graduation certificate, then return to the lodge to rest and freshen up.
Optional Cultural Immersion: Choose either a guided village walk or a Batwa Pygmy Experience to learn about traditional forest life and survival skills.
Dinner & Relaxation: Gather around the fireplace, share stories of the day, and enjoy a well‑deserved dinner.
Day 3 – Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha
-
Morning activity: Enjoy a refreshing guided nature walk along the edge of Bwindi Forest, or visit a nearby community centre to gain insight into local life and culture.
-
Scenic transfer: Depart Bwindi and travel through Uganda’s beautiful rolling hills, terraced farmland and picturesque countryside towards Queen Elizabeth National Park.
-
Enter Ishasha Sector: Arrive in the park’s remote southern Ishasha Sector, renowned for its distinctive tree-climbing lions.
-
Bush lunch: Stop for a relaxed lunch at an Ishasha safari lodge while enjoying the peaceful savannah surroundings.
-
2:30 PM – Lion-tracking game drive: Set out on an afternoon game drive through Ishasha, searching for lions resting in the branches of the sector’s large sycamore fig trees, as well as elephants, topi, buffalo and other wildlife.
-
Northward journey: Continue north through the park, passing crater lakes, open savannah plains and scenic landscapes en route to the central sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
-
Budget lodges: Bushlodge/Engiri game lodge/Emabarura Farm lodge
Day 4: Game Drive Safari in Uganda Queen Elizabeth National Park for wildlife
Begin your day with a cup of tea or coffee before setting out on an early-morning game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park. Depending on the day’s route and wildlife movements, you may explore the Kasenyi Plains and, where time permits, the Ishasha Sector—renowned for its elusive tree-climbing lions.
The cool morning hours offer excellent opportunities to spot lions and other predators while they are most active. As you explore the park’s open savannah, keep watch for large herds of Uganda kob, elephants, buffaloes, warthogs and a variety of other wildlife. The scenic drive may also take you past the park’s beautiful salt lakes, adding to the experience.
After the game drive, return to the lodge for breakfast and some time to relax. Enjoy lunch before proceeding to the Kazinga Channel for a memorable two-hour boat cruise.
As you glide along the channel, look out for hippos surfacing close to the boat, buffaloes resting in the shallows and elephants gathering along the water’s edge. The channel is also a paradise for birdwatchers, with opportunities to see pink-backed pelicans, pied and malachite kingfishers, saddle-billed storks and many other species. Queen Elizabeth National Park is home to more than 550 recorded bird species, making the cruise especially rewarding for nature enthusiasts and photographers.
Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, reflecting on an unforgettable day of wildlife encounters.
Accommodation options available (all on full board basis)
Up-market: Mweya Safari Lodge (In Deluxe Rooms)
Moderate: Mweya Safari Lodge (In Standard Rooms) Or Jacana Lodge or Katara Lodge, Budget Tourist: Mweya Albertine Hostels
Day 5: Kyambura gorge tour and salt mining at lake Katwe.
After breakfast, drive to Kyambura Gorge for an exhilarating chimpanzee trekking experience. As you explore the lush gorge, keep an eye out for chimpanzees and other primates, including red-tailed monkeys, black-and-white colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys and olive baboons.
The surrounding woodland and savannah are also home to a variety of wildlife, such as elephants, giant forest hogs, bushbucks, antelopes, lions, leopards and hyenas. Bird enthusiasts may spot species including blue-headed bee-eaters, African finfoots, falcons, kingfishers and turacos.
After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and some time to relax. In the afternoon, enjoy an optional visit to the traditional salt-mining sites at Lake Katwe, followed by a scenic excursion to the nearby crater lakes. Return to the lodge later in the day for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation options available (all on full board basis)
Up-market: Mweya Safari Lodge (In Deluxe Rooms)
Moderate: Mweya Safari Lodge (In Standard Rooms) Or Jacana Lodge
Budget Tourist: Mweya Albertine Hostels
Day 6: Transfer to Kigali’s Rwanda for Shopping and Departure flight.
- After morning breakfast, we checkout of our lodge and drive to kigali (5-6 hours drive)
- Arrive in Kigali for last-minute shopping or city exploration.
Evening: Transfer to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.
- Notes: Ensure you have the appropriate permits for gorilla trekking in both Uganda and Rwanda. Carry essentials such as waterproof clothing, sturdy hiking boots, insect repellent, and a good camera. Itinerary may be adjusted based on flight schedules and specific interests.
Would you like more details on specific activities or accommodations for each day?
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SEND AN ENQUIRY
- Transportation by 4WD safari van
- Fuel expenses
- Accommodation while on safari as per the itinerary
- driver/guide
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) while on safari,
- 1 soft drink per meal i.e. a soda or mineral water at/during lunch and dinner,
- Park entrance fees
- Mountain gorilla permit ($800)
- Chimpanzee Trekking Permit ($100)
- Ranger fees
- Local and international flights
- Personal Travel insurance
- Visa Fees to Uganda
- Drinks cigarettes
- Tips
- Souvenirs and any other items of personal nature.supplements you can contact us:
Gallery
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