Kigali & Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
All Year Round
The hotel we select comply with our high standards and requirement per category.
No accommodation
After breakfast at your Kigali hotel, or upon arrival at Kigali Airport, you’ll meet your safari driver-guide for a briefing. Begin with a short city tour, including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. After lunch, travel through Rwanda’s scenic countryside and cross into Uganda via the Cyanika or Gatuna border. The journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park takes approximately five hours, depending on your lodge location and border formalities. Arrive at your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay ahead of tomorrow’s gorilla trek.
After an early breakfast, your driver-guide will take you to the park headquarters for a briefing by the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Accompanied by an experienced ranger, you’ll trek through Bwindi’s rainforest in search of your assigned mountain gorilla family. Once located, you’ll spend up to one hour observing their interactions and behaviour in their natural habitat.
The trek can take several hours, depending on the gorillas’ location and terrain. Wear sturdy walking boots and carry drinking water, a packed lunch, and rain protection. After the trek, return to your lodge to relax, with an optional community walk if time allows. End the day with dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.
After breakfast at the lodge, meet your driver-guide for the scenic journey back to Kigali, crossing the border into Rwanda. Stop for lunch along the way before continuing to your Kigali hotel or the airport, depending on your onward travel arrangements. This marks the end of your gorilla trekking safari.
No major destination visited
No accommodation
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.
No accommodation
This tour begins and ends in Kigali.
We can assist in selecting your international flights, but you will need to book them independently.
Arrive and depart via Kigali Airport.
Airport transfers to and from your accommodation are included.
Extra accommodation before and after the tour can be arranged at an additional cost.
Travel Documents for Rwanda & Uganda
Please ensure you have the following documents ready before travelling:
Entering Rwanda first: Apply for Rwanda / East Africa Tourist Visa
Entering Uganda first: Apply for Uganda / East Africa Tourist VisaAfter your safari is confirmed, we will provide your Gorilla Trekking Permit confirmation and First Hotel Service Voucher to use as supporting documents for your visa application.
For children: Additional travel documents may be required when travelling without one or both parents.
Entry requirements vary by nationality and may change, so we recommend checking the latest requirements for both Rwanda and Uganda before travelling.
How to Book This Safari
To book this safari, simply click “Get a Free Quote” and complete the request form. Please make sure your details are correct, including your full name, email address, phone number, travel dates, and number of travelers, so our safari team can prepare the right proposal for you.
Deposits
A 30% deposit is required to confirm your safari. If your trip includes domestic or regional flights, the full airfare may be required at the time of booking and is charged separately from the safari deposit.
Gorilla Trekking Permit: The cost of your gorilla trekking permit will be invoiced and payable in full at the time of booking. This allows us to secure your permit in advance and share the confirmed permit with you as a supporting document for your visa application.
Final Payment
The remaining safari balance is due 45 days before your departure date. For bookings made within 45 days of departure, full payment is required to confirm the booking.
All bookings are subject to Bush 2 City Adventure’s Booking Terms & Conditions.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance immediately after booking to protect your safari investment. Your policy should cover trip cancellation/interruption, medical emergencies and evacuation, travel delays, lost or delayed baggage, and repatriation.
Insurance must be arranged independently in your home country. Providers such as Allianz, World Nomads, or Travel Guard may be considered, depending on your country and coverage needs.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be made in writing and are effective once received by Bush 2 City Adventure.
120–60 days before departure: 30% cancellation fee
59–45 days before departure: 80% cancellation fee
44 days or less before departure: 100% cancellation fee
Gorilla Trekking Permits: Once purchased and confirmed, gorilla trekking permit fees are non-refundable and will not form part of any refund in the event of cancellation.
Issued domestic or regional flight tickets are also non-refundable, and no refunds are provided for no-shows.
We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance to protect against eligible cancellation costs.
All cancellations are subject to Booking Terms & Conditions.
International Flights
International flights to and from Kigali, Rwanda, are not included in your safari price. We can assist you in selecting suitable international flights that connect smoothly with your travel dates and safari itinerary; however, you will be responsible for booking and paying for these flights directly.
Please ensure you comply with your chosen airline’s requirements, including check-in times, baggage allowances, checked luggage restrictions, and other travel conditions.
All scheduled airport pick-up and drop-off transfers in Rwanda and Uganda are included as part of your confirmed safari arrangements.
Please note that Bush 2 City Adventure is not responsible for international flight delays, cancellations, schedule changes, missed connections, or delayed, damaged, or lost luggage, even where we have assisted you in selecting suitable flights, as these services remain under the control and responsibility of the airline.
Health, Vaccinations & Fitness
Travelers should be in reasonably good health and consult their doctor or travel clinic before travelling to Rwanda and Uganda, particularly regarding recommended vaccinations and malaria prevention.
A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate may be required, depending on the entry requirements and your travel route. Please check the latest requirements for both Rwanda and Uganda before departure.
Gorilla trekking requires a reasonable level of fitness. Treks can last several hours and may involve steep, muddy or uneven forest trails at altitude. We recommend comfortable hiking boots, suitable outdoor clothing and preparation for changing weather conditions.
To protect the gorillas, travelers who are unwell or showing symptoms of contagious illness may not be permitted to participate in the trek, in accordance with the relevant park and wildlife authority regulations.
Please advise us in advance of any dietary requirements, mobility limitations or medical considerations that may affect your safari or trekking experience.
Travelers are responsible for ensuring they meet the health, vaccination and fitness requirements applicable to their journey.
Recommended Safari Reading
Want to learn more about Rwanda and Uganda before your safari? These recommended books offer fascinating insights into the region’s mountain gorillas, wildlife, conservation, cultures, and history.
Our favorites include Gorillas in the Mist by Dian Fossey, In the Kingdom of Gorillas by Bill Weber and Amy Vedder, and The Impenetrable Forest by Thor Hanson.
Optional reading, but a great way to enrich your gorilla safari experience.
Weather & Climate
Rwanda and Uganda are year-round destinations, with generally pleasant temperatures influenced by altitude. Kigali is typically warm and comfortable, while the higher elevations of Volcanoes National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park are cooler, wetter, and more changeable. Rain can occur at any time of year in the mountain forests, sometimes making gorilla trekking trails muddy and slippery. The drier periods, generally June to September and January to February, tend to offer more comfortable trekking conditions, although gorilla trekking is possible throughout the year. We recommend packing light layers, a warm layer for cool mornings, waterproof clothing, and sturdy hiking boots, regardless of your travel month.
What to Pack
Pack light, comfortable clothing with long trousers and long-sleeved shirts suitable for forest trekking. Bring sturdy waterproof hiking boots, a lightweight rain jacket, warm layers for cool mornings, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent. Gardening gloves can also be useful for protecting your hands while trekking through dense vegetation.
Bring your camera, personal medication and essential travel documents, including your passport and gorilla trekking permit details. A small daypack and reusable water bottle are recommended for trekking days.
Keep valuables, important medication and essential travel documents in your carry-on luggage.
Kigali & Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
All Year Round
The hotel we select comply with our high standards and requirement per category.
No accommodation
After breakfast at your Kigali hotel, or upon arrival at Kigali Airport, you’ll meet your safari driver-guide for a briefing. Begin with a short city tour, including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi. After lunch, travel through Rwanda’s scenic countryside and cross into Uganda via the Cyanika or Gatuna border. The journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park takes approximately five hours, depending on your lodge location and border formalities. Arrive at your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay ahead of tomorrow’s gorilla trek.
After an early breakfast, your driver-guide will take you to the park headquarters for a briefing by the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Accompanied by an experienced ranger, you’ll trek through Bwindi’s rainforest in search of your assigned mountain gorilla family. Once located, you’ll spend up to one hour observing their interactions and behaviour in their natural habitat.
The trek can take several hours, depending on the gorillas’ location and terrain. Wear sturdy walking boots and carry drinking water, a packed lunch, and rain protection. After the trek, return to your lodge to relax, with an optional community walk if time allows. End the day with dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.
After breakfast at the lodge, meet your driver-guide for the scenic journey back to Kigali, crossing the border into Rwanda. Stop for lunch along the way before continuing to your Kigali hotel or the airport, depending on your onward travel arrangements. This marks the end of your gorilla trekking safari.
No major destination visited
No accommodation
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.
No accommodation
This tour begins and ends in Kigali.
We can assist in selecting your international flights, but you will need to book them independently.
Arrive and depart via Kigali Airport.
Airport transfers to and from your accommodation are included.
Extra accommodation before and after the tour can be arranged at an additional cost.
Travel Documents for Rwanda & Uganda
Please ensure you have the following documents ready before travelling:
Entering Rwanda first: Apply for Rwanda / East Africa Tourist Visa
Entering Uganda first: Apply for Uganda / East Africa Tourist VisaAfter your safari is confirmed, we will provide your Gorilla Trekking Permit confirmation and First Hotel Service Voucher to use as supporting documents for your visa application.
For children: Additional travel documents may be required when travelling without one or both parents.
Entry requirements vary by nationality and may change, so we recommend checking the latest requirements for both Rwanda and Uganda before travelling.
How to Book This Safari
To book this safari, simply click “Get a Free Quote” and complete the request form. Please make sure your details are correct, including your full name, email address, phone number, travel dates, and number of travelers, so our safari team can prepare the right proposal for you.
Deposits
A 30% deposit is required to confirm your safari. If your trip includes domestic or regional flights, the full airfare may be required at the time of booking and is charged separately from the safari deposit.
Gorilla Trekking Permit: The cost of your gorilla trekking permit will be invoiced and payable in full at the time of booking. This allows us to secure your permit in advance and share the confirmed permit with you as a supporting document for your visa application.
Final Payment
The remaining safari balance is due 45 days before your departure date. For bookings made within 45 days of departure, full payment is required to confirm the booking.
All bookings are subject to Bush 2 City Adventure’s Booking Terms & Conditions.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance immediately after booking to protect your safari investment. Your policy should cover trip cancellation/interruption, medical emergencies and evacuation, travel delays, lost or delayed baggage, and repatriation.
Insurance must be arranged independently in your home country. Providers such as Allianz, World Nomads, or Travel Guard may be considered, depending on your country and coverage needs.
Cancellation Policy
All cancellations must be made in writing and are effective once received by Bush 2 City Adventure.
120–60 days before departure: 30% cancellation fee
59–45 days before departure: 80% cancellation fee
44 days or less before departure: 100% cancellation fee
Gorilla Trekking Permits: Once purchased and confirmed, gorilla trekking permit fees are non-refundable and will not form part of any refund in the event of cancellation.
Issued domestic or regional flight tickets are also non-refundable, and no refunds are provided for no-shows.
We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive travel insurance to protect against eligible cancellation costs.
All cancellations are subject to Booking Terms & Conditions.
International Flights
International flights to and from Kigali, Rwanda, are not included in your safari price. We can assist you in selecting suitable international flights that connect smoothly with your travel dates and safari itinerary; however, you will be responsible for booking and paying for these flights directly.
Please ensure you comply with your chosen airline’s requirements, including check-in times, baggage allowances, checked luggage restrictions, and other travel conditions.
All scheduled airport pick-up and drop-off transfers in Rwanda and Uganda are included as part of your confirmed safari arrangements.
Please note that Bush 2 City Adventure is not responsible for international flight delays, cancellations, schedule changes, missed connections, or delayed, damaged, or lost luggage, even where we have assisted you in selecting suitable flights, as these services remain under the control and responsibility of the airline.
Health, Vaccinations & Fitness
Travelers should be in reasonably good health and consult their doctor or travel clinic before travelling to Rwanda and Uganda, particularly regarding recommended vaccinations and malaria prevention.
A Yellow Fever vaccination certificate may be required, depending on the entry requirements and your travel route. Please check the latest requirements for both Rwanda and Uganda before departure.
Gorilla trekking requires a reasonable level of fitness. Treks can last several hours and may involve steep, muddy or uneven forest trails at altitude. We recommend comfortable hiking boots, suitable outdoor clothing and preparation for changing weather conditions.
To protect the gorillas, travelers who are unwell or showing symptoms of contagious illness may not be permitted to participate in the trek, in accordance with the relevant park and wildlife authority regulations.
Please advise us in advance of any dietary requirements, mobility limitations or medical considerations that may affect your safari or trekking experience.
Travelers are responsible for ensuring they meet the health, vaccination and fitness requirements applicable to their journey.
Recommended Safari Reading
Want to learn more about Rwanda and Uganda before your safari? These recommended books offer fascinating insights into the region’s mountain gorillas, wildlife, conservation, cultures, and history.
Our favorites include Gorillas in the Mist by Dian Fossey, In the Kingdom of Gorillas by Bill Weber and Amy Vedder, and The Impenetrable Forest by Thor Hanson.
Optional reading, but a great way to enrich your gorilla safari experience.
Weather & Climate
Rwanda and Uganda are year-round destinations, with generally pleasant temperatures influenced by altitude. Kigali is typically warm and comfortable, while the higher elevations of Volcanoes National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park are cooler, wetter, and more changeable. Rain can occur at any time of year in the mountain forests, sometimes making gorilla trekking trails muddy and slippery. The drier periods, generally June to September and January to February, tend to offer more comfortable trekking conditions, although gorilla trekking is possible throughout the year. We recommend packing light layers, a warm layer for cool mornings, waterproof clothing, and sturdy hiking boots, regardless of your travel month.
What to Pack
Pack light, comfortable clothing with long trousers and long-sleeved shirts suitable for forest trekking. Bring sturdy waterproof hiking boots, a lightweight rain jacket, warm layers for cool mornings, a hat, sunscreen and insect repellent. Gardening gloves can also be useful for protecting your hands while trekking through dense vegetation.
Bring your camera, personal medication and essential travel documents, including your passport and gorilla trekking permit details. A small daypack and reusable water bottle are recommended for trekking days.
Keep valuables, important medication and essential travel documents in your carry-on luggage.
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