3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Habituation from Kigali
You are welcome to the special 3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Habituation from Kigali, an ultimate short trip in Uganda via Rwanda. This tour package is designed for travelers intending to spend a short time on their Uganda safari. The tour itinerary is also designed for someone needing more time with gorillas in Bwindi. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is located in the southwestern part of Uganda. The park is close to Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Other than driving for 7 hours from Kampala, some travelers find starting this safari from Kigali easier. This is why Native Africa Tours has made it easier for everybody. You will create a signature of memories by offering you this tailored itinerary.
Unlike the famous mountain gorilla trekking in Uganda and Rwanda, our gorilla habituation tour in Bwindi offers a unique and exciting opportunity. It allows you to spend an extended period (4 hours) in the presence of the gorillas, a privilege few get to experience. This tour involves following a gorilla group that has not been habituated, allowing the gorillas to get used to humans. As of 2024, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to 26 mountain gorilla families, distributed in the four sectors of the park. These sectors include: the Rushaga Sector, the Buhoma Sector, the Ruhija Sector, and the Nkuringo Sector.
This 3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Habituation from Kigali will start and end at the Kigali International Airport. The safari is suitable for luxury, mid-range, and budget travelers. Could you tell us about your travel needs so we can tailor this tour accordingly? Without any further ado, we can dive into the details of the itinerary.
Safari Summary
- Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Uganda
- Day 2: Gorilla Habituation Experience and Batwa Community Tour
- Day 3: Transfer to Kigali – Departure
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Uganda
You can meet our driver guide when you arrive at the Kigali International Airport in Rwanda or after breakfast at your hotel. After the meet and greet, they will brief you about your 3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Habituation from Kigali. You will then embark on the drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You can opt for a Kigali city tour before crossing the Katuna Border. Have lunch in Kabale town and enjoy scenic views of the endless rolling hills. Upon arrival at the park, check in to your chosen lodge, which offers [Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge/Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge/Ride For A Woman Guest House] accommodation, for dinner and spend the night there.
Meal Plan: Lunch and dinner
Day 2: Gorilla Habituation Experience and Batwa Community Tour
After breakfast, you’ll meet your driver at the park headquarters for a briefing. Then, a professional ranger guide will lead you through the impenetrable forests of Bwindi. The gorilla habituation takes 4 to 8 hours, during which you’ll have the chance to observe the gorillas in their natural habitat. The park is also home to various primate species, including colobus monkeys, and a rich diversity of bird species. You’ll witness the gorillas as they play, mate, and dine, then return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation.
In the afternoon, you will visit the Batwa communities for an amazing cultural tour. You will participate in their day-to-day activities, which include preparing traditional meals, dancing, making crafts, weaving baskets, brewing local beer, and more. This immersive experience will give you a deeper insight into the conventional way of life of the Batwa people. In the evening, you will return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3: Transfer to Kigali – Departure
On the final day of your safari, start with a relaxed breakfast. Later, you will be transferred to Kigali for departure. Depending on your flight schedule, you may do an optional boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi. This is Uganda’s deepest lake and is famous for being home to numerous bird species. The lake has over 29 islands, renowned as the Akempene (Punishment) Island. The island was a banishing place for girls who would become pregnant before marriage. Lunch will be in Kigali city. The driver guide will drop you at a hotel in Kigali. Alternatively, they may drop you at the Kigali International Airport for your outbound flight. This will mark the end of your special 3 Days Bwindi Gorilla Habituation from Kigali.
Meal: Breakfast and lunch.
