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From Kigali: 1-Day Uganda Gorilla tracking experience
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Kigali
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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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.
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.
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Rwanda
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 hours
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Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
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.
3 minutes
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Uganda
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.
2 hours
From Kigali: 1-Day Uganda Gorilla tracking experience
(1) Reviews
Kigali
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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.
