Uganda to Rwanda: Gorilla Treks & Safari Drives
Experience Overview
There’s a wealth of adventure to be had in both Uganda and Rwanda, especially now that tourists are beginning to rediscover this region. We keep this trip small and intimate to create a deep connection with this captivating land. Of course, there’ll be trekking to spot chimps and gorillas, and wildlife drives through Queen Elizabeth National Park to see elephants and hippos, but we’ll also visit the genocide museum for a closer look at the recent history of the region. Trust us: Uganda and Rwanda will stay in your memory for a very long time.
Highlights
- Admire a family of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat
- Trek to see chimpanzees in Uganda
- Keep your eyes peeled for the plentiful elephant and hippo populations in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Trip Details
Product Code: 2103
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Budget
Transport: Private van, walking.
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Budget
Tour Operator:
G Adventures
Supplier Code: DURU
Starts: Kampala, Uganda
Finishes: Kigali, Rwanda
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Demanding
Includes
Activities
- Your G for Good Moment: Nyamirambo Women's Centre, Local Lunch, Kigali
- Guest farm stay near Kibale National Park
- Chimpanzee trek
- Bigodi community lunch
- Queen Elizabeth National Park wildlife safari drives
- Guided gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Visit to Kigali Genocide Museum
- All national park fees and trekking permits
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodation
- Standard hotel (1 nt), simple furnished tents/rooms (6 nts).
- 7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners
Transport
- Private van, walking.
Group Leader
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) /driver throughout, experienced gorilla trackers, local guides.
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $5,649 ($706 /day)
Itinerary
Day 1: Kampala
Arrive at anytime.
Arriving early? Pre-book Nile River Whitewater Rafting in Jinja on Day 1, and be back in time for your evening welcome meeting. We strongly advise arriving one night earlier to facilitate the activity's early start.
Day 2: Kampala/Fort Portal
Take the scenic route to Fort Portal at the edge of Kibale National Park. Spend the night on a guest farm listening to the sounds of monkeys and birds.
Day 3: Kibale National Park
Explore the evergreen rainforest and trek to spot chimps in the morning or afternoon. Enjoy a traditional lunch in the Bigodi Community.
Opt to venture deep into the wetlands to spot more wildlife on a guided walk through the Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary.
Day 4: Kibale NP/Queen Elizabeth NP
Continue on to Queen Elizabeth NP, stopping at the equator. Head out on a wildlife safari drive in the afternoon. Keep your eyes peeled for warthogs, elephants, buffalo, five different species of primates, and hippos.
Queen Elizabeth National Park is characterized by open savannah, large areas of swamp around Lake George, the extensive Maramagambo Forest in the southeast, and the forested Kyambura Gorge along the border with Kyambura Game Reserve.
Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Take an early morning wildlife safari drive and enjoy lunch inside the park. Opt for an evening cruise along the Kazinga Channel.
Enjoy a wildlife safari drive with possible sightings of buffaloes, waterbucks, warthogs, lions, leopards, hyenas, giant forest hogs, and elephants.
Day 6: Queen Elizabeth NP/Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Enjoy the scenic drive south, with views of forests, volcanoes and lakes. Spend the night on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Day 7: Gorilla Trekking
Rise early for the tour's main highlight – gorilla trekking!
Head into Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to meet the park ranger/guide for orientation. Embark on the trek, which can vary in length and difficulty, depending on the location of the gorilla family that's being visited. Spend 1 hr (max) observing these beautiful and endangered creatures, a truly privileged experience. Trek back and return to town. Enjoy free time in the afternoon.
Day 8: Bwindi/Kigali
Cross the border into Rwanda, then head to the capital city, Kigali. Visit the genocide museum to learn more about the dark history of this fascinating country. Enjoy lunch at the G Adventures supported Nyamirambo Women's Centre. Tour ends on arrival at hotel.
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Tour Operator
G Adventures
G Adventures is an operator of small-group escorted tours. It is based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada with 28 offices worldwide. It offers more than 700 itineraries in more than 100 countries, and carries 200,000 travelers from 160 countries each year.
In Business Since 1990
Reviews
Shari B. - Traveled, September 2024
The whole tour was great. From tracking chimps and gorillas, to seeing the wildlife (they worked hard to find us lions), everything was great. There were some long days on the road, (max 6-7 hours), but they did a good job making stops for breaks, plus ...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/22/2024
Renuka C. - Traveled, September 2024
A great itinerary which provided some great experiences . Great group and the CEOs were top notch.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/04/2024
Annabelle C. - Traveled, September 2024
Excellent trip. Highly recommend. The gorillas and chimpanzees were amazing. The game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park perhaps a little disappointing as we only saw one big cat, but I did this trip for the apes, not the game.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/03/2024
Judi R. - Traveled, September 2024
This is an incredible experience and the G team makes sure you are part of it - no one is left behind!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 10/02/2024
Rowena L. - Traveled, August 2024
Pinch me. I can’t believe I’ve been so blessed to share this experience. I’m beyond grateful.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/29/2024
Micaela A. - Traveled, August 2024
Had a wonderful time! The gorilla and chimp tracking were once in a lifetime experiences that exceeded expectations and the G CEO’s were knowledgeable, friendly and very well organised! Thanks G!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/24/2024
Paulina M. - Traveled, July 2024
We had a wonderful experience! The itinerary was really good and our CEOs Luke and Ronald were the best.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/25/2024
Graeme A. - Traveled, July 2024
An unbelievable and sensational experience with life time memories.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 08/16/2024
Shelly K. - Traveled, June 2024
Amazing trip, amazing experiences, amazing guides, mostly amazing fellow travellers ??
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/16/2024
Luke R. - Traveled, June 2024
Worth every penny!! The trip was simply breathtaking that I can’t put into words!! The CEOs I thought were excellent, always putting our safety as their main concern even if it was a little too far but none the less we’re still amazing.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/11/2024
Janet M. - Traveled, June 2024
I had an amazing time, from start to finish. The whole trip lived up to my expectations, and I have no complaints. I would highly recommend G Adventures for experience travel globally, and would certainly book with you again for my next adventure.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/07/2024
Neerav S. - Traveled, June 2024
Amazing experience lead by fantastic local people. The on tour experience is top notch; the logistics and operations can use upgrades as many of the problems arose from poor communication from the main office and not the CEO.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/07/2024
Shellie B. - Traveled, June 2024
I want mention one other issue: optional meals. These, too, should be included at this price point. It was unnecessarily stressful keeping track of whether you had enough money (and in what currency) to cover meals, optional tours and the many tips
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 07/07/2024
Rachael B. - Traveled, May 2024
I really enjoyed seeing all the animals with the gorilla's being an amazing experience. However, the chimpanzee trekking was a low point as so many other tourists weren't wearing masks and the rangers didn't seem to care or police it.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/30/2024
Suzanne M. - Traveled, May 2024
Great itinerary, brilliant CEOs and memories to last a lifetime - an excellent experience overall!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/30/2024
Emily D. - Traveled, May 2024
My first time in central Africa from the bustling cities in Kampala to chimpanzee and gorilla trekking and the safaris, it was an absolute blast! Meeting people from different backgrounds, you become a family so quickly which also helps
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/29/2024
Danielle R. - Traveled, May 2024
Incredible. Outstanding. Unbelievable. I chose this trip because it backed up to a week long conference I had in Kigali and I wanted to see gorillas while in East Africa. I wasn't thoroughly committed to Uganda in general.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/29/2024
Mai L. - Traveled, May 2024
I think our CEO's Arthur and James did a fantastic job.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/27/2024
Sally M. - Traveled, May 2024
A once in a lifetime experience! As a solo, slightly older, female traveller I felt completely safe and looked after at all times. The trip was really well organised and had a perfect balance of wildlife experiences as well as opportunities to learn abou...
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/24/2024
Elisha L. - Traveled, May 2024
The overall experience was great I think there is room for improvement but overall it was great and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 06/18/2024
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