8 days tour

Uganda To Rwanda: Gorilla Treks & Safari Drives

$ 4,499 .00 USD

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Uganda To Rwanda: Gorilla Treks & Safari Drives

This tour includes:

Others

Your G for Good Moment: Nyamirambo Womenโ€™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.

Transport

Private van, walking.

Hygieneprotocol

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Meals

7 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 4 dinners

Guide

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) /driver throughout, experienced gorilla trackers, local guides.

Accommodation

Standard hotel (1 nt), simple furnished tents/rooms (6 nts).

Not included:

Flights

Flights not included.

Optional

Kampala - Jinja River Rafting from Kampala (140USD per person) Bigodi - Bigodi Swamp Walk (20USD per person) Queen Elizabeth National Park - Kazinga Channel Cruise (30USD per person) Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Porter Hire (20USD per person)

Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here ( https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance ).

Others

1. AGE RESTRICTIONS Please note that all passengers must be aged 15 years or older (prior to start of travel) to go on this tour - there are no exceptions to this as it is for safety reasons and strictly controlled by the Government. 2. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT This trip is rated a level 4 physical requirement - travellers should be in excellent physical condition, without any heart problems and prepared to spend strenuous days in humid rain forests, steep terrain and high altitude trekking for chimpanzee and gorillas, as well as other primates. Please ensure you meet the requirements as described under "physical rating". 3. TRAVEL DAYS Travelling can be difficult, as long drives and poor road conditions are the rule as opposed to the exception in both Rwanda and Uganda. Despite this, the diversity and scenery of the African landscape, the local culture and abundant wildlife are all well worth the experience. 4. WILDLIFE SIGHTINGS G Adventures can never guarantee the sighting of wildlife, especially when it comes to mountain gorillas. However, the mountain gorilla trek is organized to ensure success. Before heading into the jungle, our local guides receive coordinates from trackers on the whereabouts of the gorillas, and the trackers stay with the gorillas until the group arrives. 5. ACCOMMODATION Much of the accommodation on this tour is in simple furnished tents with shared bathroom facilities. Please remember that this is a developing area and as such, accommodations/service may not be of similar standard to which you are used to in your home country. As well, interruptions in electricity and water can be common. We appreciate your patience and understanding, as well as your sense of adventure. Please be aware that properties we stay in with only two stories may not have elevators installed and climbing the stairs with your luggage will be necessary. 6. ILLNESS Please note that if you are unwell with anything contagious, even a common cold, you may be denied any of the treks to ensure the safety of the gorillas and chimps. This is a national park regulation, and trekking permits will not be refunded if you are denied entrance due to illness. 7. CAMERAS As it is very dark and damp in the jungle; please ensure your camera equipment is appropriate for such conditions and that you bring dry bags to protect it. 8. ELECTRICITY The power supply in Uganda and Rwanda is nominally 240VAC, 50hz. Variable voltage, spikes and sporadic, unexpected, unscheduled power cuts of varying duration can be expected. 9. YELLOW FEVER Please be advised that it will be required to show a yellow fever certificate upon entering Uganda and Rwanda. 10. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park has four areas; Rushaga, Buhoma, Nkuringo, Ruhija. Depending on permit availability your group could be tracking gorillas from different areas of the park, it is all still part of Bwindi.Kampala - Jinja River Rafting from Kampala (140USD per person) Bigodi - Bigodi Swamp Walk (20USD per person) Queen Elizabeth National Park - Kazinga Channel Cruise (30USD per person) Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Porter Hire (20USD per person)

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Itinerary of your trip Uganda To Rwanda: Gorilla Treks & Safari Drives

  • Day 1 Day 1: Kampala
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      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 activityโ€™s early start.

      Included Activities:
      - Welcome Meeting

      Optional Extras to chose from:
      - Jinja River Rafting

      Additional Notes: Please note that if you choose to participate in the Jinja Rafting excursion, the pick-up will depart from The Canary Hotel in Kampala at approx 7:30am. If you have booked alternative pre-tour accommodations, please be sure to contact Nile River Explorers the day before to arrange a convenient pick-up point. See the Optional Activities section of the Tour Details page for more information.
  • Day 2 Day 2: Kampala/Fort Portal (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Kampala/Fort Portal (1B, 1L, 1D)

      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.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Kampala to Fort Portal 04:00 - 06:00 Hr(s)

      Additional Notes: Accommodation in Fort Portal is on a farm in simple furnished tents with shared bathroom facilities.
  • Day 3 Day 3: Kibale National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Kibale National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

      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.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Chimpanzee Trek
      - Bigodi Community Lunch
  • Day 4 Day 4: Kibale Np/Queen Elizabeth Np (1B, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Kibale Np/Queen Elizabeth Np (1B, 1D)

      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.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Dinner

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Kibale National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park 03:00 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Safari Drive

      Additional Notes: Accommodation in Queen Elizabeth NP is in simple furnished tents with shared bathroom facilities.
  • Day 5 Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park (1B, 1L, 1D)

      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.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch
      - Dinner

      Included Activities:
      - Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife Safari Drive
  • Day 6 Day 6: Queen Elizabeth Np/Bwindi Impenetrable Np (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Queen Elizabeth Np/Bwindi Impenetrable Np (1B)

      Enjoy the scenic drive south, with views of forests, volcanoes and lakes. Spend the night on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park 05:00 - 06:00 Hr(s)

      Additional Notes: Accommodation at Bwindi Impenetrable NP is in simple furnished tents/rooms with ensuite bathroom facilities.
  • Day 7 Day 7: Gorilla Trekking (1B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Gorilla Trekking (1B)

      Rise early for the tourโ€™s main highlight โ€“ 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 thatโ€™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.

      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast

      Included Activities:
      - Mountain Gorilla Trek

      Additional Notes: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park has four areas; Rushaga, Buhoma, Nkuringo, Ruhija. Depending on permit availability your group could be tracking gorillas from different areas of the park, it is all still part of Bwindi.
  • Day 8 Day 8: Bwindi/Kigali (1B, 1L)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Bwindi/Kigali (1B, 1L)

      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 Womenโ€™s Centre. Tour ends on arrival at hotel.


      Meals Included:
      - Breakfast
      - Lunch

      Transport:
      - Private Vehicle: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Kigali 04:30 - 05:30 Hr(s)

      Included Activities:
      - Border Crossing (Uganda - Rwanda)
      - Kigali Genocide Memorial Visit
      - Nyamirambo Womenโ€™s Centre, Local Lunch
      - Departure Day
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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Challenging

Long and challenging experience. Youโ€™ll be required to have good physical fitness to go on it. In some of these activities you'll need previous experience on similar activities.

Age range

Age range

Min: 15 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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