Attractions

Rwanda & Uganda Gorilla Experience

Kigali, Rwanda

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Overview

Duration

Languages

English

Voucher type

mobile

What To Expect

Embark on an unforgettable expedition to track mountain gorillas, golden monkeys, and other endangered primates in the rainforests of Rwanda and Uganda. Visit a research centre set up by Dr. Dian Fossey, who spent 18 years studying gorillas in the Virunga Mountains, and get up close to these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Witness the Earth’s opposing magnetic forces at Uganda’s equator, and see the African “big five” in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

What to remember

Important info

Observe endangered mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, and golden monkeys on treks through Volcanoes National Park and Kalinzu Forest Reserve.
Discuss gorilla conservation efforts with a researcher at the Karisoke Research Center, founded by Dr. Dian Fossey in 1967.
Witness the Earth’s opposing magnetic forces at Uganda’s equator, and see the African “big five” in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Attend a traditional drum-making workshop and enjoy a meal prepared by local women.
All travelers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

What's included

* Accommodation: Hotel/lodges (8 nts). * Meals: 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners * Transport: 4x4 safari vehicle, hiking, boat. * Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Nyamirambo Women's Centre, Community Walk, Kigali * Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Mountain Gorilla Conservation Experience, Volcanoes National Park * Your Journeys Highlight Moment: Gorilla Lecture, Volcanoes National Park * Your G for Good Moment: Nyamirambo Women's Centre, Local Lunch, Kigali * Your G for Good Moment: AidChild Equation Cafe & Gallery, Kayabwe * Arrival transfer * All national park entrance fees * Genocide memorial entrance * Guided mountain gorilla trek with permits * Golden monkey trek with permits * Guided chimpanzee trek with permits * Local village walk * Safari drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park * Wildlife boat cruise in Kazinga Channel * Visit to the Equator * Drum workshop * All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

What's not included

* Airfare to and from destination * Minimum medical and emergency evacuation insurance * Trip cancellation insurance or any other travel insurance * Visas * Any activity not described in What's Included * Meals on your own * Gratuities

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel your tour until 3 months in advance

Provider

ALAITOL SAFARI