15-Day Rwanda & Uganda Gorilla Trek, Bwindi, Volcanoes, Queen

Explore lush rainforests, volcanoes, and savannahs across Rwanda and Uganda. Trek for gorillas, spot chimpanzees, and enjoy unique wildlife safaris in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Nyungwe Forest, Volcanoes National Park, and Queen Elizabeth National Park. Perfect for adventurous travelers, wildlife photographers, and nature enthusiasts.

Trip Highlights Include:

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi & Volcanoes National Park
Chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe & Kalinzu Forests
4-day hiking adventure from Kisoro to Buhoma
Mini-trekking on the Congo-Nile Trail along Lake Kivu
Canoeing on Lake Mutanda and scenic volcano landscapes
Wildlife safari and river cruise on Kazinga Channel

Detailed Itinerary

Arrive in Kigali via your scheduled flight. Transfer to Chez Lando Hotel and settle in for the night.

After breakfast, explore Kigali with a visit to the Genocide Memorial, then drive through Rwanda’s scenic hills to Huyé. Overnight at Hotel Mater Boni Consilii, Butare.
Driving: ~3.5 hrs, 140 km

Drive to Nyungwe Forest, hike the famous canopy walk 60 meters above the rainforest floor. Spot chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, and birds. Overnight in tents on a raised wooden platform.
Walking: ~2 hrs, Driving: ~3 hrs, 110 km

Hike the Imbaraga Trail (10 km, 6 hrs) with four waterfalls and abundant wildlife. Picnic lunch en route. Afternoon transfer to Kibuyé for overnight at Rwiza Village.
Driving: 2.5 hrs, 110 km

Take a traditional boat to Napoleon Island on Lake Kivu. Trek through banana, pineapple, and coffee plantations. Relax at Rushel Lodge, Kinunu.
Hiking: 2–3 hrs, Driving: 1 hr, 15 km

Continue the trail, observing local fishermen and birdlife (370 species). Drive along the Virunga Volcanoes to Musanze. Overnight at Hotel La Palme.
Hiking: 4–5 hrs, Driving: 1.5 hrs, 70 km

Gorilla trekking ($1,168 + $50 transport, 4–6 hrs)
Golden monkey tracking ($95 + $50 transport, 4–6 hrs)
Bisoke Volcano ascent ($75 + $60 transport, 6 hrs)
Afternoon transfer to Kisoro, Uganda, overnight at Hotel Mucha.
Driving: 1 hr, 35 km

Canoe on Lake Mutanda, then hike a scenic panorama trail to Rushaga Gorilla Camp.
Hiking: 6–7 hrs

Adventure ridge hike between Bwindi Forest and farmland. Optional Batwa village visit. Overnight at Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge.
Hiking: ~6 hrs

Spend up to one hour with a gorilla family in their natural habitat.
Hiking: 4–6 hrs, Permit: $700

Explore the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, spotting forest elephants and small antelopes. Afternoon transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP, overnight at Enjojo Lodge.
Hiking: 5–6 hrs, Driving: 2 hrs, 55 km

Morning game drive in Ishasha Sector to see tree-climbing lions, hippos, and elephants. Afternoon boat safari on Kazinga Channel. Overnight at Park View Safari Lodge.
Driving: 5 hrs, 90 km

Chimpanzee tracking in Kalinzu Forest, then wildlife tracking in Lake Mburo NP, including zebras, impalas, and giraffes. Overnight at Eagles Nest Safari Camp.
Hiking: ~4 hrs, Driving: 5 hrs, 220 km

Morning game drive, then transfer across the Equator to Entebbe. Overnight at Sunset Hotel Entebbe.
Driving: 5 hrs, 220 km

Early morning airport transfer and return flight home.