3 Days Uganda x2 Double Gorilla Trekking Safari From Kigali
Overview
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3 days
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The rare opportunity to trek mountain gorillas twice within a short, well-paced itinerary while using the most efficient routing from Kigali to Bwindi. Instead of long drives from Entebbe, this safari maximizes time in the forest and minimizes time on the road.
Unlike standard gorilla trips, this experience allows you to observe two different gorilla families or the same family on different days, giving deeper insight into their behavior, social dynamics, and personalities. Each trek is completely different, making the second encounter just as powerful as the first.
The tour is also highly flexible and personal. It is private, tailored to your pace, and can be adapted to different fitness levels, accommodation styles or special needs such as porter or sedan-chair assistance. Staying inside or close to Bwindi ensures early access to the trekking sectors and a more immersive forest experience.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
What To Expect
Kigali – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Uganda)
Accommodations
Overnight: Bweza Gorilla Lodge (Midrange) Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Food and Drinks
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
You will be picked up early morning from your hotel or Kigali International Airport by our professional driver-guide. After a short briefing, begin the scenic drive through Rwanda’s rolling hills toward the Cyanika border. Border formalities are usually straightforward and assisted by your guide. Continue into southern Uganda, driving through terraced landscapes and rural communities before arriving in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the afternoon. Check in to your lodge, enjoy lunch or refreshments, and spend the rest of the day relaxing and preparing for your first gorilla trek.
First Gorilla Trekking Experience in Bwindi Forest
Accommodations
Overnight: Bweza Gorilla Lodge (Midrange) Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
LUNCH
Lunch
DINNER
Dinner
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for registration and a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. You will then be assigned a gorilla family and begin your first trekking experience, accompanied by experienced guides and trackers. The trek can take between 2 to 6 hours, depending on the location of the gorillas. Once found, you will spend one unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat—watching them feed, interact, and move through the forest. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and a well-deserved rest. The afternoon is at leisure, allowing you to relax, enjoy forest views, or take a short community walk around the lodge.
Second Gorilla Trekking Experience – Return to Kigali
Food and Drinks
BREAKFAST
Breakfast
Kigali
Wake up early for your second gorilla trekking experience, offering the chance to visit a different gorilla family or even a different sector (subject to permit allocation). This second trek provides a deeper appreciation of gorilla behavior and often feels very different from the first encounter. After completing the trek, return to the lodge for lunch and freshen up. In the afternoon, begin the drive back to Kigali, crossing the border into Rwanda and arriving in the evening. You will be dropped off at your hotel or Kigali International Airport for your onward flight.
Options
3 Days Uganda x2 Double Gorilla Trekking Safari From Kigali
Pickup included
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Entrance fee
All transfers Kigali – Bwindi – Kigali
2 Gorilla Trekking Permits (Uganda)
2 nights accommodation in Bwindi
Meals
Visas and Tips
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Reviews
4 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Gorilla Trekking Adventure
rppalhais,May 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From the very first day of planning the trip, I was in direct contact with the local team, and the experience was exceptional from start to finish. Their transparency, professionalism, and constant support immediately gave us confidence and peace of mind throughout the entire process. During the trip, our guide truly felt like a brother. He was always available, incredibly attentive, and went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly. What impressed us the most was the flexibility and agility in adapting the itinerary to our requests and preferences along the way, which made the experience feel very personal and authentic. Beyond the logistics, the cultural insight we received was invaluable. Our guide took the time to explain the traditions, history, and everyday life of both Rwanda and Uganda, which added a completely different depth to the journey. I genuinely have only positive things to say. An unforgettable experience with an outstanding team that made us feel welcomed, safe, and connected from beginning to end. Highly recommended.
Trip of a lifetime!
jamescQ2348ZJ,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thank you so much for coordinating this wonderful experience for us. From start to finish we have had the best time and have forged memories that will stay with us for life. Also a special thank you to our guide Renatus! He is an eleven out of ten guide!! A true professional in his field. Always flexible, easy going with a great sense of humor coupled with a vast knowledge on all subjects related to wildlife and the ins and outs about Uganda and Rwanda. I definitely give him 5 stars ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ Happy and confident to recommend NexGen to other travelers
To be so close , the connection felt will stay with me forever 💜
sarahbA6440QH,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Most heartfelt experience with such incredible beings💜 Next Gen Safaris provided the highest level service on every level 🙏 I am so grateful my heart is singing, dream come true 💜
Fantastic Service
Nitu S,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The entire 8-day trip was well organized and seamless, making it my first time in Uganda truly unforgettable. Benald was extremely prompt, professional, and responsive to all my queries. I decided to take a chance, and the experience turned out to be even better than expected. Everything ran smoothly from the moment we arrived until we left Uganda. This was a life-changing experience, and I’m incredibly grateful The lodges chosen by Next Gen Safaris were high quality and offered excellent value for money. Pilot was a great guide & excellent and helped to make the experience special . A huge thank you to Benald for planning the trip so expertly. Special mention to our guide / driver Pilot, who drove us everywhere safely, always checked that everything was in place, and made sure we enjoyed every experience. We were incredibly lucky to encounter a whole family of chimpanzees and spend one unforgettable hour with them. Kibale National Park is home to around 1,500 chimpanzees, making it one of the best places in the world for chimpanzee trekking • Perfectly curated gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi National Park with @nextgensafaris. Huge thanks to Benald and Pilot for prioritizing our safety throughout the trip—traveling as three women, we felt completely secure at all times. Thank you for a fabulous experience, we will look to book with Nextgen safaris again .
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