Duration
3-Day
Accra, Botswana
Enjoy a guided city tour of Kigali before transferring to Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. In Bwindi, trek through the dense rainforest in search of endangered mountain gorillas and spend a memorable hour observing them in their natural habitat. The adventure continues with a visit to Lake Mburo National Park, where you will enjoy an exciting game viewing safari amid beautiful savannah landscapes.
Plan snapshot
Duration
3-Day
Route
Kigali to Entebbe (Entebbe)
Via Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas), Lake Mburo NP
Country & park
Botswana
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
15 years
Activities
game drives, evening/night game drives, gorilla trekking & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Accommodation
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge - Mid-range lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This mid-range tour uses lodges.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Day 1
Mid-range lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner Included
Day 2
Luxury lodge just outside Lake Mburo NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will meet with our Safari driver/guide. Depending on your arrival time, your driver/guide will take you on a city tour of Kigali, including the Genocide Memorial Center. Later, you will transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda via the border arriving in time at the lodge to relax and prepare for your ultimate gorilla trekking experience the next day. Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Today is the big day! Prepare yourself for an encounter with the gentle mountain gorillas. After your morning breakfast, you will go to the headquarters of the Park where the park rangers will brief you about the gorilla trekking experience. You will go into the forest in groups of not more than 8 in search of mountain gorillas. En route, your guide will point out previous signs of gorilla activity such as dung, nests, and chewed bamboo shoots. This trek is an exciting journey along forested slopes, entwined vines, bushes, and bamboo. Upon finding the gorillas, you will spend a maximum of 1 hour with them after which you will be led back to the starting point. After the gorilla trekking, you will transfer to Lake Mburo National park to immerse yourself in the beauty of this Park. When you arrive early at Lake Mburo NP, you will go for a short evening game drive. Luxury lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Enjoy breakfast then proceed for a morning game drive in the park. This drive offers excellent opportunities to spot wildlife in the cool morning hours. Optional activities at an extra cost are available as an alternative to the game drive. You may choose a guided walking safari, cycling, or horseback safari, all of which allow you to experience the wilderness at close range. You'll encounter zebras, giraffes, elands, topis, other antelope species, and Cape buffaloes, among others. You'll also take a trail to the top of the surrounding hills, where you will be rewarded with panoramic views of Lake Mburo and the surrounding landscape. From this vantage point, you can see up to nine of the twelve lakes that form the Lake Mburo National Park ecosystem. Return to the accommodation, check out, and begin your drive to Entebbe. You'll stop at the Equator crossing to take memorable photos and enjoy this iconic landmark in the Pearl of Africa before continuing to your final drop-off. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Park fees (For non-residents)
Gorilla 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
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
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
Offered by
Welcome to Firante Gorilla Treks, a Uganda-based tour operator dedicated to providing unforgettable wildlife and cultural experiences in East Africa. Our team is passionate about sharing the region's natural beauty and rich cultural heritage with travellers from around the world. We are committed to responsible tourism practices, ensuring that our safaris not only thrill and inspire our clients but also contribute to the conservation of our precious environment and support local communities.
Office In
Uganda
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2018)
Member Of
UTB & UWA
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Rwanda, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5What an amazing experience in Rwanda. All thanks to Firante treks. They met all our expectations on our 6 day tour. The accommodations, tour guide and transport was top notch. Thanks for a great and special arrangement. Hope to book with you again.
Cassim · United States
We had a 7 day tour in Uganda and made the best decision in choosing to work with Firante treks. With Ronnie's support, our decision making process was made easy. Our driver Brian is knowledgeable, he really know what he is doing. We had so much fun with Brian, he would go an extra mile to ensure we were happy and comfortable. Uganda is beautiful, the climate, people and the parks are amazing. We had one of the best trips of our life. I highly recommend Firante treks.
Patrick K · United Kingdom
Our tour program organized by Ronnie gave us a very nice experience of what Uganda has to offer. Our guide Brian was Knowledgeable of this region and the wild game. We had amazing moments during our safari with Brian and would highly recommend firante for your Uganda tour.
Frank · United States
We had a very good experience with Firante Gorilla treks and Kelly as our guide. We loved the clean accommodation and the staff that were so welcoming, we felt at home in all the lodges that we stayed. Our guide took good care of us and he was so well informed, I recommend this experience to anyone travelling to Uganda.
Monica · United Kingdom
Practical answers
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.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request changes to this tour.
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge - Mid-range lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner Included
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
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
This tour is offered by Firante Gorilla Treks, 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.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Firante Gorilla Treks.
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