3 Days Gorilla Trekking Safari in Bwindi from Kigali | Uganda Gorilla Tours
This 3-day Uganda gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi from Kigali offers you an opportunity to encounter the endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Trekking in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, the adventure begins in Kigali with either a pickup from your hotel or Kigali International Airport, followed by a transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, driving through the scenic countryside of both countries.
In addition to gorilla trekking, the 3-day gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi from Kigali offers visitors an opportunity to visit the locals in Bwindi, the Batwa community, who are the indigenous forest people known for their deep cultural heritage and traditional way of life. The short yet enriching safari is a combination of wildlife, culture, and beautiful landscapes, providing a unique experience for visitors on this trip. With expert guides and comfortable lodges, this journey promises meaningful encounters and lifelong memories in the heart of East Africa’s most iconic wilderness.
Tour Highlights of the 3-Day Uganda Gorilla Trek
Track endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Travel conveniently from Kigali, Rwanda to Uganda
Visit the indigenous Batwa pygmy community
Enjoy scenic countryside views of Rwanda and Uganda
Optional Kigali City Tour including the Genocide Memorial
Detailed Itinerary of the 3 Days Gorilla Trekking Safari in Bwindi from Kigali.
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali and transfer to Bwindi impenetrable forest
Your safari starts when you arrive in Kigali, the capital city of Rwanda. Upon arrival, your guide will warmly welcome you and give you a short briefing about your 3-day gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi from Kigali. Soon after, you will begin your journey to Bwindi in the southwestern part of Uganda. The journey is about 4 to 5 hours driving through beautiful rolling hills, green tea plantations, and small local villages. You will cross the border and, with the help of your guide, clear the immigration offices. After arriving in Bwindi, check in and spend the day relaxing.
Day 2: Gorilla trekking and visit the Batwa community
After an early breakfast, you will head to the park headquarters for a briefing from the park rangers about the gorilla trekking activity. During the briefing, the park rangers will explain the rules and assign you a gorilla family to track. Experienced trackers will guide you on a deep forest hike to locate a gorilla group. The trek can take between 2 and 6 hours depending on the location of the gorilla family and how far they have moved. The forest is thick, and the paths are sometimes thick and slippery, but the experience is worth every step. After locating the gorillas, spend one hour observing their way of life in their habitat. The forest is dense, and the trails can be both challenging and slippery; however, the experience is truly rewarding. After locating the gorillas, you will have one hour to observe their behavior in their natural habitat. During this time, you may witness them feeding, playing, interacting, and grooming the young while capturing photographs and videos. Following the trek, you will return to your accommodation for lunch.
In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to visit the Batwa people, often referred to as the forest keepers. After the trek, you will return to your accommodation for lunch.
Batwa Community Tours
In the afternoon you will visit the Batwa people, also known as the forest keepers. They were the original inhabitants of Bwindi Forest, living together with the gorillas before it was gazetted as a national park. The Batwa will share their stories, perform traditional dances, and show you how they lived in harmony with nature for generations. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.
Day 3: Transfer to Kigali and city tour
Enjoy breakfast at your accommodation, after which you will begin your journey back to Kigali. Driving through the beautiful countryside with incredible views, you will arrive in the city. Depending on your flight schedule, you will visit some of the major places in Kigali, including the Genocide Memorial Centre, the Convention Centre, and the craft markets for souvenirs. After the city tour you will be dropped off at the airport or hotel, marking the end of your 3-day gorilla trekking safari in Bwindi from Kigali
