3-Day Uganda-Rwanda Safari: Gorillas and Batwa Experience

Safari Overview

Experience the magic of Africa’s ancient rainforests and come face-to-face with one of the world’s most awe-inspiring creatures—the mountain gorilla—on this unforgettable 3-Day Uganda-Rwanda Safari: Gorillas and Batwa Experience. Perfect for travelers with limited time but a deep desire for adventure, this short yet powerful journey blends breathtaking landscapes, thrilling wildlife encounters, and rich cultural immersion.

Your adventure begins in the clean and vibrant city of Kigali, before crossing into Uganda’s legendary Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. On Day 2, you’ll trek deep into the misty jungle for a life-changing gorilla trekking experience, followed by a meaningful afternoon visit with the Batwa community, the forest’s original inhabitants, whose traditions and stories offer a rare cultural connection to the land.

With seamless cross-border logistics and expert-guided travel, this express safari promises the essence of East Africa in just three extraordinary days—ideal for wildlife lovers, cultural explorers, and anyone seeking a once-in-a-lifetime moment with nature.

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Upon your arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be warmly received by a representative from Gorilla Page Safaris. After a short briefing about 3-Day Uganda-Rwanda Safari: Gorillas and Batwa Experience, depart Kigali and enjoy a scenic drive through Rwanda’s “land of a thousand hills.”
Proceed northward toward the Cyanika border, where you’ll cross into Uganda and continue to the Rushaga sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park—a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Bwindi is one of the most biologically diverse rainforests on the planet.

Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon or evening and settle in as you prepare for an unforgettable gorilla trekking experience the next day.Overnight: Rushaga Gorilla Camp

Meal plan: Dinner

Day 2: Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Community Visit

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a pre-trek briefing, then embark on the once-in-a-lifetime experience of gorilla trekking. Led by expert rangers and trackers, hike through dense jungle terrain to find a habituated mountain gorilla family.

Once located, you will spend one magical hour observing these majestic primates—an awe-inspiring moment you’ll never forget.
Return to the lodge for lunch and some relaxation. In the afternoon, take part in an enriching

Batwa cultural experience. The Batwa, known as the “keepers of the forest,” will guide you through their traditional way of life, share songs and stories, and demonstrate survival skills they once used while living in the forest.

Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day 3: Return to Kigali via Cyanika Border & Departure

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before checking out on your last day of your 3-Day Uganda-Rwanda Safari: Gorillas and Batwa Experience. Begin your return journey to Kigali, Rwanda, retracing your scenic route through the rolling hills and valleys of southwestern Uganda.
Upon arrival in Kigali, depending on your flight schedule, you may enjoy an optional city tour with visits to local craft markets or the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Later, you will be transferred to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable primate and culture safari.

Meal plan: Breakfast and Lunch.

Safari Inclusions

Airport pick-up and drop-off
All accommodation and meals as stated
Gorilla trekking permit (Uganda)
Batwa cultural visit
Private 4×4 transportation and English-speaking guide
All border assistance and government taxes

Safari Exclusions

International flights
Rwanda and Uganda visa fees
Personal expenses, travel insurance & tips

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