Duration
1-Day
Accra, Uganda
1-Day Bwindi Impenetrable Forest NP Tour
Overview
You will be collected from the airport. Experience Uganda's Bwindi gorilla trekking tour from Kigali. Ideal for travelers with limited time, the day begins early and ends in the evening. You'll enjoy scenic drives, stunning landscapes, and up-close encounters with gorillas in their natural habitat, creating unforgettable memories. The tour starts at 2:30 am Rwandan time with a border crossing at Katuna Border and proceeds to the Eastern Sector of Bwindi, ending in Kigali with a drop-off.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Kigali to Kigali
Country & park
Uganda
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-8 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
15 years
Activities
gorilla trekking
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$1,233 USD
$1,100 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$1,233 USD
$1,100 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Rwanda
Start
Kigali (Day 1)
End
Kigali (Day 1)
Tour Features
Day tour
This does not include accommodation.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 8 people per group.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
15
Minimum age of 15 years
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: gorilla trekking
Getting around: minivan
This operator can book your international flights
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport.
Day 1
Day 1
You will experience the ultimate 1-day Bwindi Gorilla Trekking tour from Kigali at 2:30 am and encounter Uganda’s magnificent mountain gorillas. You'll begin early with a scenic drive through Rwanda’s rolling hills and cross the Katuna border into Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After a ranger briefing, you'll trek through lush forest to find a gorilla family and spend an hour observing them in their natural habitat. You will capture unforgettable wildlife moments while learning about conservation efforts. After the trek, you will enjoy the picturesque drive back to Kigali, passing tea plantations, local villages, and breathtaking landscapes. The tour includes gorilla trekking permits, professional guides, transport, lunch, and bottled water, while visas, tips, and personal expenses are excluded. Perfect for travelers short on time, this round-trip adventure combines wildlife, adventure, and stunning scenery in a single day. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
Gorilla permits(One per person, non-resident)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Kigali
This operator can book your international flights
Fly to/from Kigali Airport (KGL - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour cannot be arranged by this operator
Offered by
Signature Tours and Travel
5.0 operator rating
2 reviews
We are a dedicated African travel specialist team committed to providing African wildlife safaris and holiday experiences that are exceptional in every way in Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and Madagascar. For groups and families and individuals with a standard or luxury budget, allow us to use passion and experience to design and book the perfect itinerary for you. Our safaris include birding tours, cultural tours, mountain climbing, coffee tours, community, and experiences. Contact us today.
Office In
Uganda
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2017)
Member Of
AUTO & TUGATA
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Madagascar, Rwanda, Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Signature Travel was professional, organized, and made our family trip smooth and unforgettabl
Our family trip to Egypt with Signature Travel was unforgettable and perfectly organized. The resort was amazing, and our kids absolutely loved the activities and family-friendly environment. The Nile cruise was a highlight, especially for my mum, who enjoyed the peaceful views and excellent service. Visiting the pyramids was breathtaking, and the guides were knowledgeable, kind, and wonderful with children. Celebrating the 31st as a family made it even more special. We truly had the best time and highly recommend Signature Travel for a memorable family holiday.
persis nakayizi · Uganda
Operator was very profesional, handy, providing all the info needed, meeting our budget and wishes.
Wonderful experiance in animal's world. Waking up in a middle of the zebra's and wild beast's herd. The staff in our camp was relly freandly and the cook was excelent. Don't miss balloon safary no matter the price. Organization was relly good, airplanes, car with driver was waiting for us, gave us a relly adventurous drive. Be aware, the quality of accomodation and SUV is related to the price you plan to invest. Low budget, basic quality.
Dejan Jeremic · Serbia
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request changes to this tour.
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Kigali
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
How does the quote request work?
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Signature Tours and Travel, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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