1 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour from Kigali Safari; Bwindi Forest
The 1 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour From Kigali involves tourists exploring either Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Unlike other safaris that start from Uganda, this one is exceptional because it begins and ends from Kigali Town in Rwanda.
Starting your Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour from Kigali offers the most interesting, cost effective and very convenient option for tourists within Rwanda but have limited time for a longer trip and are travelling on budget.
This excursion is definitely the ideal replacement for the 1 day Rwanda gorilla trekking tour because you will use less time when you travel from Kigali to the National Park (Bwindi or Mgahinga).
Most importantly also, expect to spend less money on gorilla permits ($ 800 instead of the $1500 charged for the same activity in Rwanda).
Gorilla trekking is a special adventure that gets you magical up close and personal encounter with a group of mountain gorillas. You get a chance to have a deep understanding about the unique behaviors of mountain gorillas and taking pictures.
Exploring Bwindi Impenetrable National Park on 1 Day Uganda gorilla trekking tour from Kigali involves embarking on a journey to interact with any of the park’s 24 habituated gorilla families. The gorilla families in Bwindi range in the 4 (four) regions including Ruhija, Buhoma, Nkuringo, and Rushaga.
If you happened to spend your 1 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour from Kigali in Mgahinga National Park, then be ready to explore the Nyakagezi gorilla group. Nyakagezi is the only group of mountain gorillas in Mgahinga that has been fully habituated.
Embark on 1 day Uganda gorilla trekking tour from Kigali, a budget friendly short Uganda safari and enjoy Bwindi gorilla adventure with a guide or explore Mgahinga National Park in Kisoro.
1 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour From Kigali Brief Itinerary
Because the journey lasts from 3 to 4 hours to travel to the National Park (Bwindi Impenetrable National Park/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park), you will be required to wake up and get prepared to be picked up as early as 3:00 a.m by the driver guide.
You will then be transferred from Kigali City to Kisoro Town via the Cyanika border or to Kabale via the Katuna border. If it is in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, expect to assemble at the respective park trailhead to get briefed. In case you plan to track Mgahinga gorillas, then briefing will be conducted at Ntebeko area.
By 7:00 a.m you will be at the Park Headquarters for the pre-tracking briefing on the gorilla trekking guidelines. Hiking into the jungles in search of the gorilla family you were allocated to starts at 8:00 a.m. All gorilla treks regardless of the destination will be led by an experienced guide.
You will trek gorillas for an hour to 6 hours depending on the location of the gorilla family but you are allowed to spend only one hour with these Giant Apes.
After one hour of interacting, taking photographs and excitement, you will then ascend to the starting point then transfer to Kigali-to your hotel or for the return flight.
End of 1 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour
The Package Includes;
- Ground transportation with 4×4 vehicle.
- Border crossing from Rwanda to Uganda
- 1 gorilla permit (at $ 800).
- An English speaking driver/guide.
- All government taxes.
- Bottled water
- All trip as per the 1 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Tour
- Photography.
The Package Excludes;
- Tipping to guides/waitresses/waiters/communities.
- Personal Insurance.
- Personal expenses inform of cigarettes,
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
- Activities not included in the Itinerary
- Laundry services.
- All optional/extra activities out the itinerary.
What to take on your Uganda gorilla trekking tour from Kigali
It is essential to pack the right gear before you embark on your 1 day Uganda gorilla trekking tour from Kigali. The items to consider carrying for your gorilla safaris include long-sleeved shirts, trousers, a camera, a rain jacket, a daypack, first aid kit, and a safari hat. Additional items include strong hiking or walking boots, a pair of gardening gloves, visas, gorilla permits, and a pair of socks.
Places to stay
If you happen to take a longer gorilla safari tour to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, you may need a place to stay.
Top accommodation option in and around Bwindi to book for overnight stay include Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Bwindi Orugano Lodge, Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, Buhoma Lodge, Mahogany Springs Lodge, Gorilla Forest Camp, Bwindi Lodge, Chameleon Lodge, Bweza Gorilla Lodge, Gorilla Valley Lodge, Gift of Nature Lodge, and many others.
Mgahinga Gorilla National Park lodges and hotels to consider for overnight stay include Mgahinga Gorilla Triangle Lodge, Mount Gahinga Lodge, Mutanda Eco Community, Traveler’s Rest Hotel, Amajambere Iwacu Community Camp, Mucha Hotel Kisoro, and more.
Book a gorilla safari/Uganda safari with Maranatha Tours and Travel to enjoy a trip full of lasting memories. Contact Us at info@adventureugandasafaris.com. Tel: +256 414 231454 | +256 701800149.