Heritage and Wilderness: Gorilla Trekking and Rwanda’s Living History

Difficulty

Moderate

Comfort

Basic+

Group size

3-10 tourists,
over 15 y.o.

✨ Discover Rwanda and Uganda in 5 Days! ✨
Start in vibrant Kigali, where history unfolds from pre-colonial times to today’s thriving city. Visit memorials, museums, and local markets before journeying to Uganda’s Bwindi/Mgahinga National Park for a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure. Continue with the Golden Monkeys of Volcanoes National Park and explore culture at the Gorilla Guardians Village. End your journey on the tranquil shores of Lake Kivu, with a boat cruise and coffee experience.

This 5-day package includes private transport, accommodations, meals, and all park permits. From $2,350 per person (minimum 3 travelers).

🌍 History. Wildlife. Culture. Adventure. All in one unforgettable journey.

Emmanuel K. is the provider of this trip

The provider speaks: English

We offer expert guided wildlife safaris, gorilla and chimpanzee trekking, and immersive cultural tours across Rwanda and East Africa, delivering unforgettable, safe, and ethical travel experiences.

Tour highlights

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi/Mgahinga

A rare chance to encounter mountain gorillas in their natural habitat

Golden Monkeys Experience

Track playful golden monkeys in Volcanoes National Park

Lake Kivu and Coffee Experience

Cruise the scenic lake and discover Rwanda’s world-class coffee at a local factory

Route details

Upon arriving in Kigali, you will be greeted by your tour guide and checked into your hotel.

Following that, you'll go on a city tour of Kigali, exploring the history of Rwanda and the city through its pre-colonial, colonial, and post-colonial eras, including independence, the genocide, and contemporary developments. This will involve visiting various sites in Kigali and its surrounding areas.

Key stops will include the genocide memorial, Richard Kandt House, the Campaign Against Genocide, Camp Kigali Memorial, local markets where you can sample fresh fruits or enjoy milk at a milk bar, and a visit to Mt. Kigali.

You will spend the night at your hotel in Kigali.

Difficulty

Moderate

Does not require physical training but involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Comfort

Basic+

Guest House

4 nights

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place

Kigali, Kigali International Airport

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Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route

You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on

the forecasts for this season
the statistics from previous years’ trips

Conditions

Included

transport in a private vehicle;
full board accommodation;
all government taxes;
all park entrance and permits fees;
service of an English-speaking professional driver/guide;
game drives;
airport transfers;
bottled water whilst on safari.

Extras

international flights and visas;
items of a personal nature;
laundry services;
insurance.

It's important to know

These are just suggestions, so it's important to consult your doctor before traveling to ensure complete certainty.

• Typhoid: Recommended for Rwanda and Uganda, ideally 2 weeks prior to travel.
• Hepatitis A: Recommended for Rwanda and Uganda, ideally 2 weeks prior to travel.
• Cholera: Recommended for Rwanda and Uganda, ideally 2 weeks prior to travel.
• Tuberculosis: Recommended for Rwanda and Uganda, ideally 3 months prior to travel.
• Hepatitis B: Recommended for Rwanda and Uganda, ideally 2 months prior to travel.
• Rabies: Recommended for Rwanda and Uganda, ideally 1 month prior to travel.
• Meningococcal meningitis: Recommended for Rwanda and Uganda, ideally 3 weeks prior to travel.
• Yellow fever: Required for entry into Rwanda. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is necessary if coming from an area with yellow fever transmission risk for Uganda, ideally 10 days before travel.