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Rwanda and Uganda Gorilla & Chimp Adventure
9 days, Kigali to Entebbe
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They're the closest animals out there to us homo sapiens, and on this trip we aim to bring you as close as possible to these majestic creatures. There'll be gorillas, monkeys and chimps in abundance on this 9-day trip through Rwanda and Uganda. Take part in jungle trekking, embark on boat and jeep safaris in national parks, and learn about Rwanda's fascinating culture and history along the way. With an expert local CEO throughout and comfortable lodges to relax in during your down time, your focus can stay on spotting rare primates in their natural habitat.
9 days
Kigali to Entebbe
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There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Trip Code: DRGR
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Travel Style: Comfort
Great adventures, genuine experiences, and insider access with a few extra frills along the way.
Service Level: Upgraded
Quality accommodations and more inclusions than on other G Adventures tours, like meals, private transport, and activities.
Physical Rating: 4 - Demanding
Some high-altitude hikes or more strenuous activities, but accessible to most healthy travellers.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 14, avg 10.
Age requirement: 15+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary
Day 1Kigali
Arrive at any time and transfer to the hotel.
Day 2Kigali/Volcanoes National Park
Today visit the Genocide Memorial and learn about the somber history of Rwanda. Later, embark on a community walk and enjoy local lunch at the G Adventures-supported Nyamirambo Women's Centre. Travel to northern Rwanda in the afternoon to the lodge, located just outside the national park it has stunning volcano views.
Exclusive Inclusions:
Your Journeys Highlight Moment Nyamirambo Women's Centre, Community Walk and Local LunchMeals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 3Volcanoes National Park
Depart early and transfer to the national park to meet the park ranger/guide for orientation. Embark on the trek, which can vary in length and difficulty, depending on the location of the gorilla family that's being visited. Spend 1 hr observing these beautiful and endangered creatures, a truly privileged experience. Trek back and return to the lodge with the remainder of the day at leisure.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Volcanoes National Park
Enjoy a second trek into the national park with a ranger/guide to view a unique and endangered species, the golden monkey. Watch these playful and lively creatures in their natural habitat.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 5Volcanoes National Park/Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, cross into Uganda, arriving at the Queen Elizabeth National Park area in the late afternoon.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 6Queen Elizabeth National Park
Explore the national park with a chimp trek in search of the playful primates. Enjoy a safari drive with possible sightings of buffalo, waterbucks, warthogs, lions, leopards, hyenas, giant forest hogs, and elephants.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 7Queen Elizabeth National Park
Embark on a morning wildlife safari drive for more wildlife viewing inside the park. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel to view hippos and birds, and, with a bit of luck, elephants or cats.
Meals included:
Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 8Queen Elizabeth National Park/Entebbe
After breakfast, head to Entebbe with a stop at the Equator and a visit to a royal drum maker's workshop.
Meals included:
Breakfast | LunchDay 9Entebbe
Depart at any time.
Meals included:
BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Nyamirambo Women's Centre, Community Walk and Local Lunch, Kigali
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Arrival transfer
- All National Park entrance fees
- Genocide memorial
- Community walk and lunch at G Adventures-supported Nyamirambo Women's Centre
- Guided Mountain Gorilla Trek with permits
- Golden Monkey Trek with permits
- Guided Chimpanzee Trek with permits
- Safari wildlife safari drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Wildlife boat cruise in Kazinga Channel
- Visit the equator line and a drum workshop
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Comfort hotel/lodges (8 nts).
Meals
8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners
Allow USD85-110 for meals not included.
Transportation
4x4 Land Cruiser(s), walking, hiking, boat.
Staff & experts
Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout, local guides, experienced gorilla trackers, park rangers.
Departures
There are no departure dates currently available for the rest of this season. Some tours only run during parts of the year.
Please Contact Us to inquire about dates for next season, or to discuss other tour options.