Rwanda & Uganda Gorilla Experience

What's Included

• Accommodation

  Accommodation is provided in hotels or lodges for 8 nights.

• Meals

  The tour includes 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, and 6 dinners.

• Transport

  Transport is provided by 4x4 safari vehicle, hiking, and boat.

• Emergency Medical Evacuation Insurance

  Emergency medical evacuation insurance is included.

• Journeys Highlight Moments

  Includes Nyamirambo Women's Centre Community Walk in Kigali, Mountain Gorilla Conservation Experience, and Gorilla Lecture in Volcanoes National Park.

• Good Moments

  Includes a local lunch at Nyamirambo Women's Centre in Kigali and a visit to AidChild Equation Cafe & Gallery in Kayabwe.

• Arrival Transfer

  Arrival transfer is included.

• National Park Entrance Fees

  All national park entrance fees are included.

• Genocide Memorial Entrance

  Entrance to the Genocide Memorial is included.

• Guided Treks with Permits

  Guided mountain gorilla, golden monkey, and chimpanzee treks with permits are included.

• Local Village Walk

  A local village walk is included.

• Safari Drives

  Safari drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park are included.

• Wildlife Boat Cruise

  A wildlife boat cruise in Kazinga Channel is included.

• Visit to the Equator

  A visit to the Equator is included.

• Drum Workshop

  A drum workshop is included.

• Transport Between Destinations

  All transport between destinations and to/from included activities is provided.

What's Not Included

• Airfare

  Airfare to and from the destination is not included.
  
  

• Travel Insurance

  Trip cancellation insurance or any other travel insurance is not included.
  
  

• Visas

  Visas are not included.
  
  

• Additional Activities

  Any activity not described in What's Included is not included.
  
  

• Meals on Your Own

  Meals on your own are not included.
  
  

• Gratuities

  Gratuities are not included.
  
  

Requirements

10 Essential Items to Pack for your Safari.

These recommendations come from decades of safari experience, from the experts who guide them and the clients who ride them. Take a look:

1. Clothing: Wind, and Warmth.
2. Favorite Shoes.
3. Camera.
4. Headlamp.
5. Sunscreen.
6. Passport
7. Travel insurance details.
8. Boarding passes for flights.
9. Cash.
10. Credit/Debit Card.

Please note that all plastic bags is prohibited from being brought into Tanzania. Plastic packaging for  medical services, sanitary is not prohibited.

Please Note

• Observe endangered mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, and golden monkeys on treks through Volcanoes National Park and Kalinzu Forest Reserve.
• Discuss gorilla conservation efforts with a researcher at the Karisoke Research Center, founded by Dr. Dian Fossey in 1967.
• Witness the Earth’s opposing magnetic forces at Uganda’s equator, and see the African “big five” in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
• Attend a traditional drum-making workshop and enjoy a meal prepared by local women.
• All travelers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with a 4x4 safari vehicle, perfect for navigating the diverse terrains of Rwanda and Uganda. Enjoy hiking and boat excursions, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of the region's breathtaking landscapes and wildlife.

Accommodation

Enjoy comfortable stays in hotels and lodges for 8 nights, including the Hotel des Mille Collines, Mountain Gorilla View Lodge, Enganzi Lodge, and Boma Entebbe Hotel, or similar accommodations, offering a blend of modern amenities and stunning natural surroundings.