2 Days Gorilla Trek Safari and Golden Monkey Tracking In Uganda from Kigali

A 2 Days Uganda Gorilla Trek Safari and golden monkey tracking itinerary from Kigali, Rwanda to Mgahinga Gorilla Park in Uganda offers an excellent opportunity to experience two distinct primate encounters in a short period.

This 2 Days Uganda Gorilla Trek Safari itinerary provides a balanced primate tracking experience, combining golden monkey tracking and gorilla trekking in the stunning Mgahinga Gorilla Park. Ensure you secure all the necessary permits and coordinate the logistics with a reputable tour operator. The details of your trip may vary depending on your chosen tour company and their specific arrangements.

  • Day 1: Drive from Kigali to Mgahinga Gorilla Park for Golden Monkey Tracking
  • Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga and drive back to Kigali City

Detailed 2 Days Uganda Gorilla Trek Safari

Day 1: Drive from Kigali to Mgahinga Gorilla Park for Golden Monkey Tracking

  1. Pick Up from Kigali: Your tour will start with an early morning pick-up from Kigali, Rwanda, typically from your accommodation.
  2. Drive to Mgahinga Gorilla Park: The journey from Kigali to Mgahinga Gorilla Park in Uganda takes several hours. You’ll need to cross the border into Uganda, so make sure you have all necessary travel documents and permits in order.
  3. Golden Monkey Tracking: Upon arrival at Mgahinga Gorilla Park, you’ll head to the park headquarters for a briefing on golden monkey tracking. Afterward, you’ll embark on a trek to observe and interact with these playful and charming creatures in their natural habitat.
  4. Lunch: After the golden monkey tracking experience, you’ll have lunch, typically at a nearby restaurant or your accommodation.
  5. Overnight Stay: You’ll spend the night at a lodge or accommodation near Mgahinga Gorilla Park.

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga and Drive Back to Kigali City

  1. Gorilla Trekking: Early in the morning, you’ll head to the Mgahinga Gorilla Park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking. You’ll then embark on a trek to locate and spend time with a gorilla family. The duration of the trek can vary, but it’s an extraordinary and unforgettable experience.
  2. Lunch: After the gorilla trek, you’ll have lunch, typically at your accommodation or a nearby restaurant.
  3. Drive Back to Kigali: In the afternoon, you’ll start your journey back to Kigali, Rwanda. The drive will take you back through the border from Uganda to Rwanda, so be prepared for border crossing procedures and customs.
  4. Drop-off in Kigali City: Your 2 Days Uganda Gorilla Trek Safari concludes with a drop-off in Kigali, which is likely to be in the late evening.

End of 2 Days Uganda Gorilla Trek Safari

2 Days Uganda Gorilla Trek Safari Inclusions and Exclusions

Price includes:

  • All accommodation and meals as indicated in the itinerary on FB & BB basis
  • Gorilla permit fees/permit
  • Full-time exclusive use of a 4 x 4 Safari Jeep/Toyota Land cruiser
  • Full-time services of experienced English-speaking drive/guide
  • Bottled drinking mineral water, coffees, teas, or soft drinks while on Safaris, game drives, walks, hikes, or transfers
  • All Nature/Safari & Community walks as indicated in the itinerary-safari program
  • All airport pickups and drop off from Kigali & back to Kigali airport
  • All activities indicated & mentioned in the itinerary
  • A $5 per pax off as a donation to orphanage homes whose parents’ death are/were as a result of animal conflicts within conservation areas
  • All government related taxes

Price Excludes:

  • Optional Batwa community visit in Kinigi Village and the entertainment each at ($25 per person)
  • Laundry service in different hotels we stay
  • Bar bills, phone calls
  • Personal insurance and medical bills
  • Airfares
  • All other services of a personal nature
  • All services marked as Optional in the itinerary
  • Driver/guides/hotel staff or any other person’s gratuity

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