4 Days Uganda Safari from Rwanda with Gorillas
This 4 Days Uganda Safari from Rwanda with Gorillas and Golden Monkey trekking tour in Volcanoes National Park is one of the top adventures to do in Rwanda. The activity involves a relatively easy trek through the bamboo jungles in the lower zones of the Virunga Volcanoes to find and spend an hour with the striking golden monkeys. Afterwards, head to misty Bwindi which is home to more than half the population of the remaining 720 mountain gorillas. Bwindi offers a unique birding opportunity, cultural experiences and elusive primates.
Your Uganda Safari from Rwanda journey includes golden monkey tracking in Volcanoes National Park (known locally as "Parc National des Volcans") and an unforgettable gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (called "Ishasha" by locals). Throughout this Uganda Safari from Rwanda experience, expert guides share their knowledge of the region's exceptional biodiversity and cultural heritage.
This immersive Uganda Safari from Rwanda concludes with a serene boat trip on Lake Bunyonyi (meaning "Place of Many Little Birds" in the local language), offering breathtaking views of terraced hillsides and forested islands. The carefully planned itinerary ensures a perfect balance between wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and natural beauty while minimizing travel time between destinations
Tour highlights
Kigali City Tour and Genocide Memorial Visit
Golden Monkey Tracking in Volcanoes National Park
Face-to-face encounter with mountain gorillas in Bwindi
Twin Lakes Burera and Ruhondo exploration
Cross-border adventure between Rwanda and Uganda
Boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi, Africa's second-deepest lake
Cultural immersion in local communities
Stunning landscapes of the "Switzerland of Africa"
Price Includes:
- Gorilla tracking permit
- Golden monkey tracking permit
- All Park entrance fees
- Ground transport in custom 4x4 safari vehicle
- Bottled water during activities and transfers
- Full board accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Services of professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances and border crossing assistance
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)
- Boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi
Price Excludes:
- Rwanda/Uganda visas (East Africa Tourist Visa recommended)
- International and domestic flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry services
- Travel and medical insurance
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Tips for guides and lodge staff
Itinary in details
- Day1Pick up and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Your Uganda Safari from Rwanda begins with a warm welcome at Kigali International Airport by your dedicated guide. The Uganda Safari from Rwanda experience continues with a comprehensive city tour of Kigali, including the moving Genocide Memorial, located just 15 minutes from the city center. Your afternoon Uganda Safari from Rwanda journey takes you 85 kilometers north (approximately 2.5 hours) to Musanze, gateway to Volcanoes National Park, with a potential detour to the stunning twin Lakes Burera and Ruhondo.
- Day2Golden Monkey Tracking and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
The second day of your Uganda Safari from Rwanda starts with early morning golden monkey tracking in Volcanoes National Park, a 20-minute drive from Musanze town. This Uganda Safari from Rwanda activity typically lasts 3 to 4 hours as you follow these playful primates through bamboo forests. Your Uganda Safari from Rwanda continues with a cross-border transfer to Uganda via Cyanika border post, covering approximately 120 kilometers (4-5 hours) to reach Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, where you'll spend the night at your carefully selected accommodation.
- Day3Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
The highlight of your Uganda Safari from Rwanda awaits with early morning gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, beginning with a 7:30 AM briefing at park headquarters. This extraordinary Uganda Safari from Rwanda experience can last between 2-8 hours of hiking through dense forest until you encounter these gentle giants. Your afternoon Uganda Safari from Rwanda journey continues with a 70-kilometer (2-hour) transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, where you'll witness breathtaking panoramas of the lake's 29 islands from your lodge perched on the hillside.
- Day4Lake Bunyonyi Activities and Transfer to Kigali
Conclude your Uganda Safari from Rwanda with a tranquil morning boat ride on Lake Bunyonyi, exploring some of the lake's 29 verdant islands for 2-3 hours. The final leg of your Uganda Safari from Rwanda includes a 120-kilometer (3-hour) return journey to Rwanda via the Katuna border post. Your memorable Uganda Safari from Rwanda experience concludes with last-minute shopping opportunities in Kigali before your driver transfers you to Kigali International Airport, approximately 15 kilometers (30 minutes) from the city center.