Enjoy an expertly guided, short-break gorilla experience that takes you from Kigali to the ancient forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in Uganda. This compact itinerary is ideal for travellers short on time who want a focused, high-impact wildlife encounter: a full hour with a gorilla family, comfortable lodge nights and a Kigali city glimpse on return. Operated with care and conservation-minded practices by Miana Tours & Travel.
Kigali (Rwanda) • Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Uganda)
Gorilla trekking (Bwindi) • Cross-border transfer • Kigali city highlights • Cultural insight
This 3-day itinerary is designed for maximum impact: comfortable transfers, clear logistics for the border crossing, and an immersive gorilla encounter in Bwindi. Perfect for solo travellers, couples, or small groups who want a short, expertly managed primate experience while based in Kigali.
07:30 – 08:15: Meet your Miana guide at your Kigali hotel/airport. Short briefing and paperwork.
08:30 – 13:00: Cross-border drive Kigali → Bwindi (approx. 4.5–5.5 hours depending on border formalities). Scenic route through rolling hills and rural towns. (Time shown is typical; actual duration may vary.)
13:00 – 14:00: Lunch in a local town (included).
14:00 – 16:00: Arrive at lodge, check in and rest. Prepare gear for trekking.
16:00 – 18:00: Optional short nature walk or community visit (time permitting).
Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge (or similar)
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
06:00 – 07:00: Early breakfast at the lodge.
07:00 – 07:30: Transfer to the park offices for briefing and allocation of gorilla family.
07:30 – 14:30: Gorilla trek (trek duration varies: typically 2–6 hours; allow up to 8 hours in rare cases). When the family is located you will be granted a full 1-hour observation period for photography and close-up viewing.
14:30 – 16:00: Hike back and return to lodge to freshen up.
16:00 – 18:00: Optional cultural activity or rest at lodge.
Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
07:30 – 08:30: Breakfast and check-out.
08:30 – 13:00: Drive Bwindi → Kigali via border crossing (approx. 4.5–5.5 hrs depending on traffic and formalities).
13:00 – 15:00: Kigali city highlights (time permitting): Genocide Memorial, craft markets and short city orientation.
15:00 – onward: Transfer to airport or hotel for onward travel.
Accommodation: None (end of tour)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Check visa requirements for Rwanda and Uganda in advance (electronic visas available). Best months for gorilla trekking are June–September and December–February. Rwanda and Uganda are popular, well-managed destinations for responsible wildlife tourism.
