Want to Arrive in Kigali and Trek Bwindi Gorillas in 3 Days? – This is a good way to cut on distance and save money. Besides, you will feel less fatigued and have more time to yourself.
This 3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour from Kigali starts and ends in Kigali, Rwanda. Uganda gorilla trekking from Kigali will save you a lot.
You will also visit the Genocide Memorial Monument, Caplaki Crafts Village, Kimironko Market, and a few more places before driving to Bwindi on the first day. Please see the detailed itinerary for this 3-day Uganda safari tour below.
3-Day Kigali Bwindi Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Arrival in Kigali and Transfer to Bwindi, Uganda
- Day 2: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Day 3: Transfer to Kigali & Departure
Detailed 3-Day Kigali Bwindi Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali and Transfer to Bwindi, Uganda
After an early morning breakfast on the first day of your 3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour from Kigali, our gorilla trekking company guide will pick you up from your place of stay. They will take you for a city tour around Kigali and transfer you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in southwestern Uganda.
During your city tour, you will visit places like Kimironko Market, Caplaki Crafts Village, Gisozi Genocide Memorial Monument, and more.
After lunch, you will embark on a 4 to 5-hour drive to Bwindi, renowned as the best place for mountain gorilla trekking in the world. Upon reaching Bwindi, you will check in at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge and relax, preparing for an exciting mountain gorilla trekking experience the following day. Dinner and overnight at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge.
Day 2: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Wake up early for breakfast in the impenetrable forest of Bwindi, freshen up, and head to the starting point of your trek. At the briefing point, you will spend about 30 minutes receiving information about what to expect and the dos and don’ts of gorilla trekking in Uganda.
After the briefing, follow your trail to meet the gorillas. Rangers typically locate the gorillas early and guide your group leader along the correct path to minimize search time.
Once you encounter your designated Uganda gorilla family, you will spend an hour observing them before returning to the starting point to collect your gorilla trekking certificates. Then, proceed to your gorilla safari lodge for relaxation. Depending on your return time, you can choose to relax or take a community walk. Dinner and overnight at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge.
Day 3: Transfer to Kigali & Departure
Enjoy an early morning breakfast at your lodge and relax. After lunch, depart from Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Kigali City in Rwanda. You will be dropped off at the airport or your chosen accommodation, marking the end of your 3-Day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Tour from Kigali.
