Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda Bwindi: 2027 Guide

Author : Lovious Dav Safaris | Published On : 04 Nov 2026

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Your 2027 guide to Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda Bwindi: permits, costs, fitness, timing, routes and where to stay.

1. Start with Rwanda Permits and Costs

Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda permit cost $1,500 in Rwanda for one hour with a family. Rwanda Gorillas dates sell out first, so confirm 2027 prices before arranging Uganda around them.

2. Trek Rwanda Gorillas in Volcanoes

Volcanoes National Park lies two and a half hours from Kigali and holds eight habituated families. Rwanda Gorillas treks last one to six hours, making them a comfortable first trek.

3. Cross the Border to Uganda

After Rwanda, drive four to six hours from Kigali to southwestern Uganda including border formalities. This road link joins Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda without a long return flight.

4. Understand Bwindi in Uganda

Bwindi holds roughly half the world's mountain gorillas, so Gorilla Trekking Uganda permits are easier. Uganda permits cost $800, and Gorilla Trekking Uganda feels noticeably wilder than Rwanda Gorillas.

Best Time for Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda

June to September and December to February give firmer trails for Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda. March to May brings muddier trails but lower rates, so book peak 2027 dates six months ahead.

How to get there for Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda

Fly into Kigali for Rwanda Gorillas, then cross by road for Gorilla Trekking Uganda. Entering one airport and leaving from the other avoids retracing your steps.

Things to Do on Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda

Rwanda Gorillas pair with golden monkeys, Akagera game drives, and the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Gorilla Trekking Uganda pairs with Kibale chimpanzees, Queen Elizabeth, and Murchison Falls.

What to Carry on Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda

Waterproof boots, long trousers, long sleeves, gloves, and a rain jacket suit both destinations. Pack a daypack, insect repellent, and a warm layer for cool mornings on Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda.

Why Book with Dav Safaris for Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda

Dav Safaris arranges Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda together, with permits, lodges, and transfers. Every 2027 traveller receives careful planning and honest advice for Rwanda Gorillas and Gorilla Trekking Uganda.