5-Day Rwanda Uganda Gorilla Trek Safari & Wildlife Tour

Bujumbura Gitega and Akagera National Park

Day 1Bujumbura Gitega and Akagera National Park Bujumbura Gitega and Akagera National Park Start your day with an early 5:00 AM hotel pickup in Bujumbura with a packed lunch. Drive to Gitega to visit the Drum Sanctuary, then continue through Tanzania, crossing the Kobelo/Kabanga border. Proceed to Rwanda via the Rusumo border and arrive at Akagera National Park. Enjoy the scenic landscapes during the drive and relax at your lodge. Overnight at Akagera Transit Lodge or a similar lodge surrounded by wildlife. Main Destination: Akagera National Park (Rwanda) Best Time To Visit June to September and mid-December to mid-February (It is drier and wildlife is easier to spot) High Season June to September (The park is busiest at weekends) Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot) Wildlife in Akagera NP GiraffeCommon BuffaloAbundant ZebraAbundant HippoAbundant White RhinoOccasional LionOccasional Show more ElephantOccasional Black RhinoRare LeopardRare HyenaRare CheetahNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: Akagera Transit Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Akagera NP (Rwanda) +2 Photos Meals & Drinks: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinks not included

Akagera National Park Boat Cruise and Volcanoes NP Transfer

Day 2Akagera National Park Boat Cruise and Volcanoes NP Transfer Akagera National Park Boat Cruise and Volcanoes NP Transfer Begin with a morning boat cruise on Lake Ihema, followed by a game drive to spot elephants, hippos, buffalo, and bird species. After your wildlife adventure, transfer to Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda, through lush countryside. Arrive in Kinigi and check into Kinigi Guest Cottages or a similar lodge. Prepare for the next day’s trekking adventure in the Virunga mountains. Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Best Time To Visit June to August (It is drier and hiking is easier) High Season June to September (Permits are scarce) Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot) Wildlife in Volcanoes NP GorillaCommon ChimpanzeeNone ElephantRare BuffaloRare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone Show more GiraffeNone LionNone LeopardNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: Kinigi Cottage Mid-range guest house less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) +3 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included

Volcanoes NP Trekking and Transfer to Bwindi/Mgahinga NP

Day 3Volcanoes NP Trekking and Transfer to Bwindi/Mgahinga NP Volcanoes NP Trekking and Transfer to Bwindi/Mgahinga NP Start the day with optional gorilla trekking or golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes NP. Experience the beauty of the misty Virunga volcanoes and its unique primates. After your trek, drive to Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda, crossing the international border with required documentation. Overnight at Gorilla Valley Lodge or a similar lodge offering cozy comfort after a full day of travel and adventure. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest) High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce) Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall) Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP GorillaCommon ChimpanzeeRare ElephantRare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone LionNone Show more GiraffeNone LeopardNone CheetahNone BuffaloNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: Gorilla Valley Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda) without fences Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi/Mgahinga NP

Day 4Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi/Mgahinga NP Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi/Mgahinga NP Embark on a full-day gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Encounter these majestic primates in their natural habitat while guided by experienced trackers. This physically engaging trek rewards you with unforgettable wildlife moments. Return to Gorilla Valley Lodge or similar accommodation for relaxation and overnight stay surrounded by lush forest scenery. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Accommodation: Gorilla Valley Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda) without fences Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included

Bwindi/Mgahinga NP Transfer to Kigali

Day 5Bwindi/Mgahinga NP Transfer to Kigali Bwindi/Mgahinga NP Transfer to Kigali After breakfast, begin the scenic drive back to Kigali, Rwanda. Cross the Uganda-Rwanda border and enjoy views of rolling hills, tea plantations, and rural villages. Arrive in Kigali to conclude your 5-day wildlife and gorilla trekking adventure, marking the end of an unforgettable East African journey. Your guide driver will drop you off at your planned hotel in Kigali. End. Main Destination: Kigali (Rwanda) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote 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,