3 Days Gorilla Habituation Safari in Uganda from Kigali
3 Days Gorilla Habituation Safari in Uganda from Kigali
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure with our 3 Days Gorilla Habituation Safari in Uganda starting from Kigali. This unique 3 Days Gorilla Habituation Safari in Uganda from Kigali experience takes you deep into Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the only place in the world where visitors can spend up to four hours with wild mountain gorillas during the Gorilla Habituation Experience.
With the convenience of beginning in Kigali, Rwanda, this 3 Days Gorilla Habituation Safari in Uganda from Kigali is perfect for travelers who want a shorter journey into Uganda while still enjoying the ultimate gorilla adventure.
3 Days Gorilla Habituation Safari Route – From Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
This route begins in Kigali, Rwanda, and takes you on a scenic drive through the lush hills and countryside before crossing into Uganda. The journey continues southward to the Rushaga Sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the only place where visitors can take part in the Gorilla Habituation Experience. After spending two nights in Bwindi and enjoying an unforgettable four hours with the mountain gorillas, the route concludes with a transfer back to Kigali International Airport.
3 Days Gorilla Habituation Safari in Uganda from Kigali Highlights
Start your 3 Days Gorilla Habituation Safari in Uganda in Kigali, the clean and vibrant capital of Rwanda.
Scenic cross-border drive into Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Exclusive Gorilla Habituation Experience (4 hours with gorillas).
Comfortable accommodation choices: Budget, Midrange, or Luxury lodges.
Professional English-speaking driver guide and an air-conditioned 4×4 safari vehicle.
Detailed 3 Days Gorilla Habituation Safari in Uganda from Kigali Itinerary
Day 1: Kigali – Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, our Nextgen Safaris driver guide will warmly welcome you. After a short safari briefing, begin your scenic drive through Rwanda’s rolling hills before crossing into Uganda at the Cyanika or Katuna border.
Arrive in the southern sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Rushaga), home of the Gorilla Habituation Experience. Check in to your preferred lodge and enjoy the evening at leisure surrounded by the sights and sounds of the rainforest.
Budget: Bweza Gorilla Lodge
Midrange: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Luxury: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Transfer Distance (4 to 5 hours)
Day 2: Gorilla Habituation Experience in Bwindi Forest
After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing on the Gorilla Habituation Experience. With the help of rangers and researchers, trek into the dense rainforest in search of a semi-habituated gorilla family.
Unlike the standard 1-hour gorilla trek, this unique activity allows you to spend up to 4 hours with the gorillas — observing their behavior, taking photographs, and learning about conservation efforts. This is one of the most immersive wildlife experiences in Africa.
Return to your lodge later in the day for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Same as Day 1
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Transfer from Bwindi impenetrable National Park Back to Kigali
Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before beginning your return journey to Kigali. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have time for a brief city tour of Kigali, including the Genocide Memorial or local craft markets, before drop-off at the airport for your onward journey.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Transfer Distance (4 to 5 hours)
3 Days Gorilla Habituation Safari in Uganda from Kigali Includes
One 4-hour Gorilla Habituation Permit (US$ 1,500 per person)
Accommodation as per chosen category (Budget, Midrange, Luxury)
Meals on full board basis (Breakfast, lunch and dinner)
Professional English-speaking driver guide
An air-conditioned 4×4 safari Landcruiser with fuel
Park entry and conservation fees
Kigali airport pick-up and drop-off
3 Days Gorilla Habituation Safari in Uganda from Kigali Excludes
International flights and visas
Travel insurance
Personal expenses (tips, laundry, etc.)
Book your 3 Days Gorilla Habituation Safari in Uganda from Kigali and enjoy an unmatched experience with the mountain gorillas of Bwindi!
Included/Exclude
- 4-hour Gorilla Habituation Permit (US$ 1,500 per person)
- Accommodation as per chosen category (Budget, Midrange, Luxury)
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary
- Professional English-speaking driver guide
- 4x4 safari vehicle with fuel
- Park entry and conservation fees
- Kigali airport pick-up and drop-off
International flights and visas
Travel insurance
Personal expenses (tips, laundry, etc.)