Gorilla Trekking in Uganda Starting From Kigali Rwanda

Go gorilla trekking in Uganda, starting from Kigali, Rwanda, guided by Superfine Safaris Limited. The possibility of flying to Kigali, Rwanda, and trekking gorillas in Uganda is among the most common questions asked by travelers planning gorilla safaris to Uganda.  The answer is YES, you can easily trek gorillas in Uganda starting from Kigali, Rwanda! Recently, gorilla trekking in Uganda, starting from Kigali, has become a popular choice for short-term travelers and those who do not like long drives from Kampala to Bwindi or Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Superfine Safaris Limited customizes gorilla tour packages to Bwindi Forest or Mgahinga Gorilla Parks, starting and ending in Kigali, Rwanda

Why trek gorillas in Uganda, starting from Kigali, Rwanda

There are many advantages of trekking gorillas in Uganda, starting and ending in Kigali, Rwanda, which include

Short drive time

The drive time from Kigali to Bwindi Forest/Mgahinga is roughly 4-5 hours. This is so short compared to the 8-9 hours of driving from Entebbe/Kampala to the two mountain gorilla parks in south western Uganda. The short time of dining, therefore, favors travelers with limited time, giving them a chance to trek the endangered gorillas in the available short time

Cost effective

In addition to short drive time, gorilla trekking in Uganda, starting from Kigali, Rwanda, is cost-effective and affordable for budget travelers. A single gorilla permit in Uganda costs $800 compared to $1500 in Rwanda.  Travelers who fly to Kigali and trek gorillas in Uganda can therefore save up to $700 on gorilla permits

Land borders for Uganda gorillas starting from Kigali

Travelers from Kigali can connect to Uganda through either the Cyanika border in Kisoro district or the Katuna border in Kabale district.  The Cyanika border is suitable for gorilla safaris in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park or to the southern regions of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, i.e, Nkuringo and Rushaga Gorilla Regions. Superfine Safaris Limited helps you with clearing at the respective borders.  The East African Visa helps you cross from Rwanda to Uganda without any difficulties.

1 Day Uganda gorilla trekking starting from Kigali

Fly to Kigali, Rwanda, and embark on a 1 Day gorilla trekking tour in Bwindi Forest National Park. The trip starts very early at 3:00 am with a pick up from your hotel or the Kigali International Airport. Embark on a drive via the city and the rolling hills of Rwanda, crossing to Uganda via the Cyanika border in Kisoro district. Drive straight to Rushaga park headquarters for registration and a pre-gorilla trekking class on the rules and what to expect on that day.

After the briefing, you finally embark on the adventure trek to meet the famous gorillas. Hiking time ranges between 2 and 8 hours, depending on where the gorillas will be located and your hiking speed. Spend an hour with the gorillas, capture the best shots of these gentle giants, and enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime adventure.  Later in the day, drive back to Kigali for an overnight or departure flight

The 2-day Bwindi gorilla trek starting and ending in Kigali is also an excellent itinerary for short-time budget travelers. This tour allows you a night’s stay in Bwindi Forest Park. The first day is for picking up from Kigali and transferring to Bwindi, day 2 you trek gorillas and drive back to Kigali for departure

Mountain gorilla parks in Uganda

Gorilla trekking in Uganda takes place in two National parks. These are the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Mgahinga Gorilla National Parks.

Bwindi Forest is the top gorilla tour destination in the Pearl of Africa. The Impenetrable Forest shelters over 550 mountain gorillas, which is half of the world’s total gorilla population. Bwindi Forest is divided into four regions i.e Buhoma in the north, Ruhija in the East, Nkuringo, and Rushaga in the south. Mountain gorillas in Bwindi are scattered in these regions, and trekking can be done in any region. 20 gorilla families have been habituated for trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest Park

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park is the other place to see gorillas in Uganda. Located in Kisoro district, Mgahinga shelters one gorilla family named “Nyakagyezi” available for trekking. The park is also a centre for golden monkey trekking, Volcano hiking, Batwa cultural trail, caldera walk and bird watching, among others.

Can I do a gorilla habituation experience starting from Kigali?

YES, just like gorilla trekking, travelers can possibly do a gorilla habituation experience in Rushaga sector of Bwindi, starting and ending in Kigali, Rwanda. The permit for habituation costs $1500. Gorilla habituation experience allows travelers to spend four hours with gorillas in the wild

When to book a gorilla trek in Uganda starting from Kigali

Booking at least 6 months in advance is recommended for booking a gorilla tour in Uganda starting from Kigali, Rwanda. There is a high demand for gorilla permits, especially in the high season. Mgahinga Gorilla National Park only has 8 permits, which can sell out months ahead. Booking  in advance is highly recommended in all gorilla parks in Uganda and Rwanda

Other activities to do in Uganda start from Kigali, Rwanda

In addition to gorilla trekking, travelers to Uganda starting from Kigali, Rwanda, can also do activities such as game viewing in Queen Elizabeth, boat cruising at Lake Bunyonyi, chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park, and other wildlife experiences in southwestern Uganda

Conclusively, book your gorilla trekking tour in Uganda starting from Kigali with Superfine Safaris Limited and enjoy an encounter with gorillas in the shortest time possible