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Remarkable Rwanda & Gorillas of Uganda

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9 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants
12 peopleMaximum group size
15 - 99 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Moderate
Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
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Highlights

Seek out the rare mountain gorilla on a trek through Uganda's steamy forests and spend an unforgettable hour in their presence, with all required gorilla permits included in the trip price.

Learn about Rwanda's devastating history with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre, and see what life looks like today with a tour of the city’s most vibrant neighbourhoods.

Get to know the diverse wildlife of Queen Elizabeth National Park on a series of 4WD safaris and an optional boat cruise around the Kazinga Channel, which links Lake Edward to Lake George.

Enjoy views of epic landscapes right outside your door at your safari lodges and eco camps, where if you’re lucky, you might even get wild visitors like elephants, buffalo and hippos.

Visit the Gorilla Doctors HQ and learn about how they're saving the species one gorilla patient at a time – a portion of your trip cost gives back to supporting the important work they do.

Itinerary

Venture into the wild heart of Africa with the "Remarkable Rwanda & Gorillas of Uganda" tour—a 9-day journey for the intrepid traveler. Beginning and ending in Kigali, this guided exploration takes you through the rolling hills of Musanze, the wildlife-rich Queen Elizabeth National Park, and on to Kisoro in Uganda.

The moderate activity level ensures you’re up for every challenge, from trekking through rainforests in search of mountain gorillas to learning about Rwanda’s inspiring resilience and history. Along the way, dramatic landscapes, diverse wildlife, and meaningful cultural encounters await.

What makes this trip truly unforgettable is the rare chance to track endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat—an experience that tops many adventurers’ bucket lists. For those seeking a tour package where natural wonders and human stories intertwine, this exploration is both moving and exhilarating.

day 1Kigali

Murakaza neza! Welcome to Kigali, the capital of Rwanda since it gained independence in 1962. This is a country that has been striving to rebuild its economy for years and offers so much to the intrepid traveller including its welcoming people, an abundance of picturesque lakes and the wildlife-rich Virunga Mountains. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting with your fellow travellers and local leader at 6 pm.

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day 2Musanze

day 3Musanze

day 4Queen Elizabeth NP

day 5Queen Elizabeth NP

day 6Queen Elizabeth NP

day 7Kisoro

day 8Kisoro (Gorilla Trek)

day 9Kigali

What's Included

Accommodation
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Meals
8 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches
Transport
4WD vehicles
Guide
An expert tour leader
Included Activities
Kigali - Genocide Memorial CentreMusanze - Visit to The Gorilla Doctors HQQueen Elizabeth National Park - 4x4 Game DriveIshasha - Community Tourism Project VisitBwindi National Park - Mountain Gorilla Permit & Trek

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