4-Day Golden Monkey Gorilla and Lake Bunyonyi Experience
Uganda Gorilla and Lake Bunyonyi Safari Tour
Experience the ultimate wildlife adventure on this 4-day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Lake Bunyonyi tour from Kigali, Rwanda. Witness mountain gorillas in their natural habitat at Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, encounter the playful golden monkeys, and unwind at the serene Lake Bunyonyi, famous for its stunning scenery and island-dotted waters.
This private safari combines gorilla trekking, golden monkey trekking, and scenic drives through Uganda’s rolling hills, offering unforgettable wildlife encounters and cultural insights. Ideal for nature lovers, wildlife photographers, and adventure travelers, the tour also includes a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, providing a reflective cultural experience.
Travel in comfort with a private 4×4 vehicle and professional guide, stay at top lodges, and enjoy hassle-free park entry and permits. Perfect for travelers seeking a short but immersive wildlife and nature adventure in East Africa.
Key Highlights:
• Gorilla trekking at Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
• Golden monkey trekking in volcanic forests
• Scenic and tranquil Lake Bunyonyi
• Visit to Kigali Genocide Memorial
• Private safari vehicle and expert guide
Ideal For: Wildlife enthusiasts, adventure seekers, nature lovers, and photographers
Included/Excluded
- Gorilla trekking and golden monkey permits
- 3 nights accommodation with meals as specified
- Private 4x4 vehicle and English-speaking driver-guide
- Park entry and ranger fees
- Bottled drinking water during travel
- Kigali Genocide Memorial visit
- Accommodation
- International flights
- Rwanda and Uganda visa fees
- Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
- Tips for guides and lodge staff
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities not specified
Tour Plan
Your adventure begins when your private guide meets you at your Kigali hotel. Start the day with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a moving and educational experience. Depart Kigali and drive northwest through Rwanda’s rolling hills, terraced farms, and lively market towns, enjoying scenic vistas along the way. Cross into Uganda and continue to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, located at the foot of the Virunga Volcanoes. Settle in at your lodge, enjoy dinner, and relax after your first day of travel. Overnight: Travelers Rest Hotel or similar
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Begin with an early breakfast before heading to the ranger station for a briefing on gorilla trekking dos and don’ts. Embark on a guided trek through dense forest and bamboo zones in search of a mountain gorilla family. Trekking can last 2– 10 hours depending on their location, but the reward is an unforgettable one-hour encounter with these gentle giants. Observe, photograph, and enjoy their natural behaviors before returning to your lodge to rest and reflect on the extraordinary experience. Overnight: Travelers Rest Hotel or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, transfer to the Ntebeko Visitors Center for the golden monkey trek. Guided by rangers, hike through the forest and volcanic slopes to locate a troop of these colorful and playful primates. Spend one hour observing and photographing them as they forage and interact. After the trek, drive to the scenic Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by lush hills and dotted with small islands. Enjoy the peaceful setting and optional canoe rides before settling into your lakeside lodge. Overnight Lake Bunyonyi Overland Camp or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking the lake before beginning your drive back to Kigali. Travel through Uganda’s rolling hills and picturesque countryside, reflecting on your wildlife encounters and scenic adventures. Upon arrival in Kigali, your driver-guide will drop you at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of the 4-day safari.
Meals: Breakfast.
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