Tour Features

Experiencing the mountain gorillas is one of the captivating and unforgettable experiences in Uganda. This can be your dream come true if you don’t have much time and you are on a small budget. You fly into Kigali, we pick you up and drive you in a few hours to the Impenetrable Forest of Bwindi in Uganda. For those looking to save time, get an excellent view of the Virunga Mountains as you commune with the gorillas in this perfect tour.

Mid-Range tourThis mid-range tour includes comfortable lodges and tented camps.
Can be customizedYou can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Private tourThis tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Solo travel availableSolo travelers can book this tour.
Can start any dayIf availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum age requiredThe minimum age for this tour is 5 years.
TransportationThis tour uses: Pop-up roof 4x4, Bus, Self-drive.

Route & Activities

Uganda

Uganda flag
Start Point
Kigali
End Point
Kigali

Activities Included

Family SafariRomantic SafariGorilla TrekkingPhotography

Accommodation & Meals

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Day Accommodation Meals
1
Mid-Range Accommodation
All Meals Included
2
rushaga
Breakfast & Lunch Included with Drinks
3
Mid-Range Accommodation
Meals included as per itinerary
  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Day 1 - : Arrival and transfer to Bwindi impenetrable forest
    Today, you will be welcomed at the Airport by one of our company representative who will then transfer you to your lodge in Bwindi impenetrable forest in Uganda. Depending on your arrival time, if its early you will have a city tour around by visiting the Genocide Museum and the Caplaki Crafts Center, then continue to Bwindi. If it’s late, you would have to have a night in Kigali then (whose cost is not included in the quote.) You will have two nights in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Home to over half of the world’s mountain gorilla population. Interacting with these gentle giants is one of the most moving experiences that Africa has to offer and should not be missed! The ancient rainforest of Bwindi spans 321 sq km and boasts 90 mammal species, a range of primates, as well as 23 Albertine Rift endemic bird species, including the African Green Broadbill, the Bar Tailed Trogon and many others. Relax in the evening and get ready for the following day’s gorilla tracking. Overnight at Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge or similar. (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

    Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable NP

    Meals & Drinks: All Meals Included

  • Day 2 - Gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and optional
    Today after an energizing breakfast, you will embark on your gorilla trek. Before 8 am report to the ranger station for registration and briefing by one of the rangers; the guides will then lead you through the undergrowth, parting thick creepers, to track the gorillas. The trek can take anywhere from half an hour to 7 hours – a reasonable degree of fitness is required as well as a sturdy pair of walking boots. It is an extraordinary feeling sitting in the dense rainforest knowing you are with a few of the last remaining mountain gorillas. Bwindi Community Hospital: Started by a Canadian doctor BCH revolutionized health care for the Batwa and the Bwindi community. This free hospital tour provides insight into the region and issues that the local community member’s face. Waterfall Walk: Walk along the Congolese border and Bwindi to see the magnificent waterfalls and the incredible scenery. overnight at Rushaga gorilla havens

    Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable NP

    Accommodation: rushaga

    Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & Lunch Included with Drinks

  • Day 3 - Transfer back to kigali for flyout.
    Today, depending on the time for your flight, you can venture into some optional activities either in Bwindi or in Kigali, then later transfer to the airport for your flight home.

    Meals & Drinks: Meals included as per itinerary

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT

Excludes

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Rates Per Person

May 27, 2023 - Aug 27, 2024

Traveler Information
Per person
Solo traveler (1 room)
$1,800
2 people (1 room)
$1,450
3 people (2 rooms)
$1,350
4 people (2 rooms)
$1,250
5+ people

*n/a = not available. This tour is unavailable for solo travelers.

Includes

  • Park fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day description)
  • All accommodation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT

Excludes

  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips: tipping guideline of $6 per person per day for the guide and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

From outside East Africa, Uganda can be easily accessed either by road or Air and mostly by Air to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Water transport can also be used to travel in and around our destinations especially the ferry crossing from the Southern part of Murchison Falls National Park to the Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. Flights to Uganda are cheapest during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The best wildlife viewing months are June to September and December to February, when flights are likely to be more expensive.

This tour starts in Kigali and ends in Kigali, Uganda

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Travel Requirements

  • All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
  • Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
  • When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
  • Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://visas.immigration.go.ug/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
  • Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
  • Tourist visas are available for Uganda only, or East Africa (which covers entry to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda) for the same cost.

Getting There

From outside East Africa, Uganda can be easily accessed either by road or Air and mostly by Air to Entebbe International Airport (EBB). Water transport can also be used to travel in and around our destinations especially the ferry crossing from the Southern part of Murchison Falls National Park to the Northern part of Murchison Falls National Park. Flights to Uganda are cheapest during the rainy seasons from March to May and October to November. The best wildlife viewing months are June to September and December to February, when flights are likely to be more expensive.

This tour starts in Kigali and ends in Kigali, Uganda

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

Travel Requirements

  • All foreign visitors need a passport that is valid for at least six months
  • Passports must have a clean and a full visa page for endorsement.
  • When arriving from a yellow-fever-infected country in Africa or the Americas a yellow fever vaccination certificate is required.
  • Citizens of most countries require a visa. A list of countries that don't need a visa is available.
  • Visas are best obtained in advance through an official online visa-application portal (https://visas.immigration.go.ug/), but they can also be obtained through your local Tanzania Embassy or High Commission.
  • Visas can also be obtained on arrival but this is a lengthy process that can take one to two hours.
  • Tourist visas are available for Uganda only, or East Africa (which covers entry to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda) for the same cost.

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oikos safaris Uganda LTD

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