4 DAYS Gorillas, Chimpanzees and Golden Monkey Trekking From Kigali

4 Days
Gorilla in the thickets of Bwindi
A tourist with 4 chimpanzees during Chimpanzee Habituation
Queen-Elizabeth-National-Park-Lion
Warthog groomed by mongoose
Buffalo spotted on a game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Animals on primate safaris in Uganda
Bwindi Bird
Gallery Video

Costing

Make an Inquiry or Booking and we will apply the following Discounts for more than 1 Person bookings. Please note the prices are on a Per Person Basis

No of PaxBudgetMidrangeLuxury
1$2,340$2,556$3,883
2$2,028$2,028$2,910
3$1,700$1,852 Request for Quote
4$1,620$1,764  Request for Quote
5$1,572$1,711  Request for Quote
6$1,540$1,676 Request for Quote
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Accommodation:

LodgeBudgetMid RangeLuxury
Kibale National ParkKibale Forest camp Isunga safari lodge Rweteera safari park Lake Nukuruba cottages Kibale Forest campTuraco Tree tops Chimpundu lodgeCrater safari lodge Kyaninga safari lodge
BwindiRushaga Gorilla LodgeGorilla Valley LodgeAsk for Quote

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

FAQs

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Overview

4 days Bwindi, Kibale tour from Kigali guarantees you an ultimate encounter of two great apes in the wild; enjoy up close and personal with chimpanzees and the massive mountain gorillas. This combined chimpanzee tracking and mountain gorilla trekking tour starts and ends in Kigali. You will explore Kibale National Park, the primate capital of the world on a guided chimpanzee trekking adventure and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park on a gorilla trekking experience.

Kibale National Park is a spectacular forest-dominated park located in Kabarole, Western Uganda about 5-6 hours’ drive from Kampala city center and from Kigali, about 7-8 hours’ drive. 13 primate species reside in Kibale Forest, and they include 1500 chimpanzees, the highest chimp population in Uganda. It is most visited not only for normal chimpanzee trekking but also for chimpanzee habituation experience.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park hosts a total of 459 mountain gorillas with 20 habituated gorilla families thus offering visitors plenty of opportunities to participate in a gorilla trekking adventure while on Uganda safaris tour.

Brief Itinerary

  • Day 1: Kigali to Bwindi National Park (Kabale)
  • Day 2: Gorilla Trekking & the Batwa
  • Day 3: Drive via Ishasha (game drive)-Kibale
  • Day 4: Morning chimpanzee tracking & return to Kigali

Itinerary

Day 1 :
Kigali to Bwindi National Park (Kabale)

Pick up at your hotel by an experienced driver guide. Begin your 4 days Bwindi, Kibale tour from Kigali with a city tour, visit iconic sites like Gisozi genocide center, craft centers and local markets, especially the Kimironko Market. Leave Kigali for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and cross to Uganda through Chanika border to Kisoro/Katuna border to Kabale. Enjoy the beautiful countryside characterized by rolling hills and arrive early to check in at your gorilla safari lodges for relaxation.

Bwindi-Impenetrable-Forest-

 

Lunch, Dinner
Day 2 :
Gorilla Trekking & the Batwa

Enjoy a hefty breakfast, after, meet the officials at the park offices to be briefed about gorilla trekking rules starting at 7:00 am. At 8:00 am, expect to leave the lodge for gorilla trek and you will be visiting one of the park’s 20 habituated gorilla families. A trek to view Bwindi gorillas is unpredictable and lasts from 2-6 hours, with a guarantee of one hour for a magical encounter. After, get back to accommodation for relaxation and late in the evening, don’t miss enjoying the authentic African cultural experiences while at the Batwa community.

A mother Chimpanzee breastfeeding s young Chimpanzee

 

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 :
Drive via Ishasha (game drive)-Kibale

Begin your road trip from Bwindi to Kibale National Park, and this includes a game drive at the Ishasha sector. Enjoy the sight of the tree climbing lions, plus a variety of birds, elephants, buffaloes, and later, continue to Kibale National Park. For early arrivals, there will be a chance to proceed to Bigodi wetland for a nature walk- this swamp is rich in primates and birds like the Great blue turacos.

Tree Climbing Lions in Queen Elizabeth

 

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 :
Morning chimpanzee tracking & return to Kigali

Head to Kanyanchu tourist center for briefing about Kibale chimpanzee tracking and allocation of park guides. You will have 2-4 hours trekking through Kibale Forest and once you come across the chimpanzee community, expect to have one hour of magical encounter and photography. A chimp trek today offers more than a magical encounter with chimpanzees, lots of other primates will be encountered and after, return to the lodge. Early lunch will be provided/pack to enjoy it en route back to Kigali where your driver guide will drop you off at the hotel for relaxation.

Chimpanzee-Trekking

End of tour

Breakfast, Lunch

Tour Inclusions and Exclusions

Tour price inclusions

  • Chimpanzee & gorilla permits (Uganda)
  • Transportation
  • 3-night accommodation & meals
  • Bottled water
  • Driver/guide services
  • Park entrance fees

Tour price exclusions

  • Flights- domestic/international
  • Extra activities
  • Beverages
  • Tipping
  • Shopping
  • Insurance costs

Frequently Asked Questions

For how long do we trek to come in contact with the Gorillas ?

Usually 2-8 hrs depending on where they spent the night

What do i need to Track Gorillas ?

You need a Gorilla Permit and to get to the destination.

Are there limitations to Track Gorillas ?

Yes we have limitations like;
if you have flue, Cough, Covid or any airborne disease as they are transferable from humans to the Gorillas

What do i need to carry if am going Gorilla tracking ?

– a hat to shelter you from direct sun raise
– walking stick ( optional but always provided by the hotel)
– camera ( flash should be off)
– water proof clothing as it an impenetrable Forest
– packed meal and water

Can Gorillas Attack while viewing them ?

These are habituated Gorillas who are used to be viewed, but should be atleast a meter away from the gorillas and should not look direct in their eyes, but still we have all protection in place if any of such happens as we have armed guides.

what level of fitness is needed for Gorilla Trekking ?

Should be Mobile with some level activity

Is Gorilla Trekking better in Uganda or Rwanda ?

Its the same Experience, though Rwanda is low land and Uganda is Highland, also the rates differ Uganda at $700 and Rwanda $1500.

Is Gorilla Trekking Good for Gorillas ?

Yes, it is good, that’s why they are researched and studied and Habituated with a very good conservation Team.

why is Gorilla trekking so expensive ?

Gorillas are just a few remaining and a lot of funding is needed to conserve them

Where does Gorilla trekking take place ?

Uganda – Bwindi Impenetrable national Park, Mgahinga
Rwanda- Volcanoes national park
Congo – Virunga national park

What is the maximum age of Gorilla Trekking ?

As long as your Moderately active

What do i need to Track chimpanzees ?

You need a chimpanzee Permit and getting to destination

Are there limitations to Track chimpanzees ?

Yes we have limitations like;
if you have flue, Cough, Covid or any airborne disease as they are transferable from humans to the chimpanzee

What do i need to carry for chimapanzee trekking ?

– a hat to shelter you from direct sun raise
– walking stick ( optional but always provided by the hotel)
– camera ( flash should be off)
– water proof clothing as it an impenetrable Forest
– water

Are Chimpanzees dangerous to Trek ?

No these are habituated Chimpanzees

Kibale National Park

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4 DAYS Gorillas, Chimpanzees and Golden Monkey Trekking From Kigali
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