Duration
8-Day
Accra, Botswana
8-Day Rwanda Uganda Chimpanzee & Gorilla Tracking Safari
Overview
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through the lush rainforests of Rwanda and Uganda. Track endangered mountain gorillas and chimpanzees in their natural habitats, engage with the indigenous Batwa people, and explore breathtaking landscapes--from volcanic peaks to the tranquil shores of Lake Kivu.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Kigali to Kigali
Via Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas), Volcanoes NP (Gorillas), Lake Kivu
Country & park
Botswana
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
15 years
Activities
game drives, gorilla trekking & chimpanzee trekking
Accommodation
Travellers Rest Hotel - Mid-range hotel 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas, Uganda) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included
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
$4,620 USD
$3,410 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$4,620 USD
$3,410 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028
$4,620 USD
$3,410 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
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)
country
Uganda
Day 1
Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas)
country
Rwanda
Day 2-4
Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Day 5
Lake Kivu
Day 6-7
Nyungwe NP (Chimps)
End
Kigali (Day 8)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour uses guest houses and hotels.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 6 people per vehicle.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
15
Minimum age of 15 years
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, gorilla trekking & chimpanzee trekking
Game drives: normal 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: normal 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Travellers Rest Hotel
Mid-range hotel 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas, Uganda) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2
Travellers Rest Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Kisoro (Town, Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3-4
The Garden Place Hotel
Budget hotel less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Paradise Malahide Hotel
Mid-range hotel at Lake Kivu (Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6-7
EAR Ken Barham Guest House Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) – All Meals Included
Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Kigali, Rwanda - Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla NP, Uganda
Your private safari guide will meet you at your hotel in Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital. Before leaving the city, you’ll visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a powerful tribute to the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi—a moving and insightful start to your journey. After the visit, begin your scenic drive north-west toward the Uganda border, passing rolling hills, terraced farmland, and local villages. After clearing customs, continue to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, Uganda’s smallest but most dramatic national park, nestled in the Virunga mountain range. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or similar. Mid-range hotel1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas, Uganda) Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Travellers Rest Hotel Mid-range hotel1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas, Uganda) Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
Gorilla Tracking, Bwindi/Magahinga Gorilla NP
After an early breakfast, head to the ranger station for a detailed pre-trek briefing about gorilla trekking protocols and safety. Led by expert trackers and a park ranger, you’ll venture into the misty forest to locate one of the habituated gorilla families. Once found, you’ll have up to one hour to quietly observe and photograph these gentle giants from a distance of 10 meters—watching them feed, groom, and interact is an unforgettable, soul-stirring experience. Return to your lodge to relax and reflect on the day. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or Similar. Mid-range hotel in Kisoro (Town, Uganda) All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Travellers Rest Hotel Mid-range hotel in Kisoro (Town, Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 3
Batwa Cultural Experience & Cross into Rwanda
After breakfast, take part in a cultural visit to the Batwa people, the forest’s original inhabitants. Learn about their traditional lifestyle, music, dance, and participate in a coffee-making experience—from bean to cup. Later, cross back into Rwanda and transfer to a cozy lodge near Volcanoes National Park, your base for the next two days. Overnight at The Garden Place Hotel & Coffee Shop (or similar). Budget hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Stay: The Garden Place Hotel Budget hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 4
Gorilla Tracking, Volcanoes National Park (Optional)
(Gorilla Tracking Requires additional permit – $1,500 USD) Join trackers and a guide for a breathtaking gorilla trek through the volcanic forest. Rwanda’s habituated gorilla families are well-monitored, making this a rewarding and emotional encounter. Or go for inclusive Option 2: Hike Mount Bisoke If you prefer, embark on a guided hike up Mount Bisoke, a dormant volcano with a beautiful crater lake at the summit. This is a great choice for nature lovers and photographers. Return to the lodge in the afternoon to rest. Overnight at The Garden Place Hotel or similar. Budget hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Stay: The Garden Place Hotel Budget hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 5
Golden Monkeys – Gorilla Museum Tour – Lake Kivu
Begin the day tracking rare and lively golden monkeys in the bamboo forests. Afterward, visit the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund campus and tour the Gorilla Guardians Village for an immersive cultural experience. In the afternoon, transfer to the shores of Lake Kivu for lakeside relaxation. Overnight at Paradise Malahide Hotel or similar. Mid-range hotel located at Lake Kivu (Rwanda) All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Lake Kivu (Rwanda) Stay: Paradise Malahide Hotel Mid-range hotel located at Lake Kivu (Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 6
Lake Kivu - Nyungwe National Park
Enjoy a relaxed morning breakfast at the lakeside. If time allows, take a visit the vibrant Gisenyi town markets. Afterward, drive south through Rwanda’s green hills and tea plantations to reach Nyungwe National Park, home to one of Africa’s oldest montane rainforests and 13 species of primates. Overnight at Ken Barham Guesthouse or Similar. Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Nyungwe National Park (Chimps) Stay: EAR Ken Barham Guest House Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 7
Chimpanzee Tracking & Canopy Walk, Nyungwe NP
Start early—4:30 am—for a short transfer to either Cyamudongo Forest or Uwinka Visitor Center for your chimpanzee trekking experience. Chimpanzees are more mobile and vocal, making the experience both thrilling and fast-paced. Later, enjoy a spectacular canopy walk suspended 70 meters above the forest floor. This aerial perspective of the forest reveals a whole new world of flora, monkeys, and birds. Overnight at Ken Barham Guesthouse or similar. Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Nyungwe National Park (Chimps) Stay: EAR Ken Barham Guest House Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 8
Colobus Monkey Trekking – Return to Kigali
After breakfast, head out for a final morning activity: Angolan Colobus monkey trekking. These highly social primates often gather in large groups and are easily spotted with their black-and-white coats. After the trek, begin your return drive to Kigali, where your guide will drop you at your hotel or the airport in time for your international flight. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Kigali (Rwanda) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
Gorilla permits(One per person, non-resident)
Chimp permits(One per person, non-resident)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
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
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Kigali
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Kigali Airport (KGL - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Safari 2 Gorilla Tours
5.0 operator rating
90 reviews
Welcome to Safari 2 Gorilla Tours Co. Ltd, your gateway to extraordinary travel experiences. Whether you seek adventure in untamed landscapes, cultural immersion in vibrant cities, or relaxation on pristine beaches, our expert team curates personalized itineraries to make your dream vacation a reality. Discover East Africa & Central with Safari 2 Gorilla Tours - The adventurous Safari!
Office In
Uganda
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2012)
Member Of
AUTO & UTB
Tour Types
Custom budget tours that can start every day
Destinations
Burundi, Congo (DRC), Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5An amazing introduction to the beauty and hospitality of Uganda!
We had an absolutely phenomenal trip to Uganda. We had short time due to work constraints and our group was all arriving at different times. Aaron was the best host, he was prompt, easy to communicate with and so engaging. He made the pick up seamless and all the transport seamless. We also got to unexpectedly squeeze in an extra excursion to the golden back monkeys after an epic day with the silver back gorillas which was so special! The accommodations were good and food was fine as well. We really enjoyed every moment of the trip with him and he was very easy to work with and allowed us to stop for photos and other random detours.
Kies Katherine · Uganda
Seeing the Silver Backs was a once in a life time experience that Safari 2 Gorilla made happen!
Aron and team communicated clearly from the get-go and were very flexible accomodating our group. We had three different arrival times into Kigali, including a 2:00 AM arrival. Aron was on time to pick us up for each arrival, and had all the logistics including lodging and interim activities to keep us entertained. We then drove into Uganda from Rwanda and stayed at Lake Buyoni for a quick rest before heading to see the gorillas and we arrived just in time for our trek. Seeing the gorillas was amazing, and quite the adventure to get to. Safari 2 Gorilla drove us to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest over some rough roads, but the drive was also beautiful. We stayed at Bwindi, and Aron was to drop us off in Mbarara the following day. We didn't have any time constraints so Aron suggested we go to Mgahangi National Park to see the Golden Monkeys, which was considerably out of his way. Overall, I would highly recommend Safari 2 Gorilla. Aron knows western uganda like the back of his hand, and is an excellent tour guide.
Anna Smukowski · United States
A wonderful experience.
Our group of 6 booked a gorilla trek with Safari 2 Gorilla Tours after being recommended to this company by a friend. We were not disappointed. Aron communicated with us regularly leading up to our trip and helped us plan the perfect trek. We were collected at our accommodation and looked after extremely well by our driver from pick up until drop off the following day. Aron planned our accommodation in the Bwindi Forest which was incredible. Our trek was an unforgettable experience and one I would highly recommend to anyone. I would have no hesitation in recommending Gorilla 2 Safari Tours to anyone wanting to experience the beauty of Uganda and all it has to offer.
Susan Sleswick · Australia
Prompt, Flexible, and Trustworthy
This was my second experience with Safari 2 Gorilla Tours. As with the first, Aron was an incredibly prompt and clear communicator, going above and beyond in answering questions, which was greatly appreciated, and extremely friendly and welcoming throughout the process. He makes every step clear, and set us up for a truly unforgettable experience in Mgahinga tracking a family of gorillas, being flexible with our travel constraints throughout the organizing. On this trip, my only hesitation was the per person cost for full board at the Gorilla Trek Camp, a perfectly fine accommodation, but based on our experience just a bit pricey compared to options of the same quality in other parts of the country. As a whole, I do not hesitate to recommend this company for organizing your own excursions in southwest Uganda!
KM · United States
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 minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Travellers Rest Hotel - Mid-range hotel 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas, Uganda) – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
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 can be arranged for an extra cost
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Safari 2 Gorilla Tours, 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.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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