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From Kigali: 1-Day Uganda Gorilla tracking experience

5.0(1)Kigali1 hour
TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)

Description

This gorilla trekking experience offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to observe endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Begin in Rwanda and cross into Uganda’s Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, trekking through the lush Virunga Mountains with the guidance of knowledgeable local experts who share insights into gorilla behavior and the surrounding ecosystem. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking scenery and spot other wildlife and birds.

Tour Options

Gorilla Trekking Adventure: Uganda Day Trip from Kigali
  • Pickup included
All Inclusive
  • Duration: 8 hours Lunch 4x4 Comfortable car Pickup included

Itinerary

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Begin your unforgettable journey with an early morning pickup at 3:00 AM from your hotel in Kigali. Set out on a scenic three-hour drive northwest to reach Uganda’s Bwindi impenetrable National Park, enjoying the rolling hills and picturesque landscapes along the way.

180 min

Before the trek, stop for a delicious breakfast at a nearby hotel, featuring freshly baked breads, pastries, and a variety of hot and cold dishes. Continue with a brief stop at the Rwanda-Uganda border to clear customs before heading to the park headquarters, where you’ll meet your experienced guides and receive a briefing on the trek.

3 min

Venture into the misty mountain forest on an extraordinary trek in search of mountain gorillas. The hike can last up to three hours or more, navigating steep, high-altitude terrain on the slopes of the Virunga Mountains. Once the gorillas are located, enjoy a full hour observing these rare primates up close, sometimes just meters away a truly once in a lifetime experience with one of the world’s most endangered species.

120 min

After the trek, enjoy lunch in a nearby town before starting the journey back to Kigali. If you have a flight, you’ll arrive in time for your airport transfer. Otherwise, there may be time for last-minute shopping or relaxation before concluding your extraordinary day.

Highlights

Profesional guiding service
Pickup & Drop off in comfortable 4x4 Car
Lunch
Scenic Views
Gorilla permit arrangement
Bottled water
Seamless Border crossing

What's included

Included
Profesional guiding service
Pickup & Drop off in comfortable 4x4 Car
Lunch
Scenic Views
Gorilla permit arrangement
Bottled water
Seamless Border crossing
Not included
Gorilla Permit
Visa

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Reviews(1)

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shane00790
April 24, 2026
Amazing experience

The gorilla trekking was an amazing experience . We opted to do it in Uganda as the gorilla permit was half the price of the Rwandan permit . It was well worth the money and I would highly recommend Vista Safaris. We were the only people on the trip from Rwanda which made it even better and Eric our driver was a good person

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