★ Tailor-Made Safari Expedition
4-Day Gorillas & Volcanoes Safari – Bwindi & Kisoro Adventure
15+Years guiding
4×4Private vehicle
100%Tailor-made
★4.9TripAdvisor
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Overview
Embark on a 4-day Uganda gorilla and volcano safari, exploring the last mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impeetrable Forest and hiking the stunning Virunga Volcanoes in Kisoro. Enjoy golden monkey tracking, forest walks, cultural experiences with the Batwa people, and breathtaking views of the Albertine Rift. Stay at the historic Traveler’s Rest Hotel, a favorite of Dian Fossey, and experience Uganda’s pristine landscapes.
Explore more of our Uganda safaris or see the related 17 Days Virunga Circuit Safari.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
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Kampala/Entebbe – Kisoro
Start your journey at 7:00 am with pickup from your hotel or guesthouse in Kampala or Entebbe. Drive southwest, stopping in Mbarara for lunch. Pass through rolling hills, lakes, bamboo forests, and terraced landscapes, entering the “Switzerland of Africa” region. Descend into Kisoro, at the foot of the Virunga Volcanoes, with panoramic views across Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo. Check in at Traveler’s Rest Hotel, relax in the garden or enjoy the colonial-style ambiance. Driving Time: ± 9 hoursAccommodation: Traveler’s Rest Hotel – Full Board
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Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi
Travel 1 hour to Nkuringo, southern Bwindi, for gorilla trekking. Receive a morning briefing at 7:45 am, then start trekking at 8:30 am. Spend up to 1 hour observing mountain gorillas, photographing and learning from expert rangers. Trekking takes 2–7 hours depending on gorilla location and requires moderate fitness. Return to Kisoro by 7:00 pm. Accommodation: Traveler’s Rest Hotel – Full Board
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Kisoro & Optional Adventures
Base yourself in Kisoro to explore a variety of activities: Gorilla tracking in Mgahinga National Park Gorilla trekking in Rwanda (transfer required) Volcano Hiking: Mount Muhavura (± 8 hrs, 12 km, 4,127 m) Gahinga Volcano (± 6 hrs, 8 km, 3,474 m) Sabinyo Volcano (± 8 hrs, 14 km, 3,669 m, three peaks) Sabinyo Gorge Hike – 4 hrs, 6 km Garama Cave & Mgahinga Viewpoint Hike – 4 hrs Bird Walk in Mgahinga – 10 am–4 pm Cultural Village Walk – Bufumbira tribe insights Lake Mutanda Canoeing & Python Island Visit Batwa Trail – Forest survival skills, music, legends, and Garama Cave experience Or relax at Traveler’s Rest Hotel Accommodation: Traveler’s Rest Hotel – Full Board
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Return to Kampala/Entebbe
After breakfast, drive back to Kampala or Entebbe. Stop for lunch in Mbarara, visit the Equator for photos and souvenirs, and arrive at your hotel or directly at Entebbe airport for onward flights. Driving Time: ± 9 hoursOptional: Airport guesthouse stay: $82 double / $70 single (BB + transfer)
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What's Included
✓ Included
- ✓ English-speaking guide and experienced driver
- ✓ 4WD Toyota Land Cruiser with fuel
- ✓ Accommodation at Traveler’s Rest Hotel (full board)
- ✓ Gorilla trekking permit (Bwindi) – US$ 700
- ✓ Park entrance fees and rangers in Bwindi
- ✓ Bottled water
✗ Excluded
- ✗ Gorilla permits in Rwanda, Mgahinga, South Bwindi – US$ 700–1,500
- ✗ Drinks, tips, porters, and laundry services
- ✗ Meals not included (~$30 per person/day)
- ✗ Visa fees (Uganda/Rwanda)
- ✗ Optional activities in Kisoro
- ✗ Personal expenses
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