Uganda Rwanda Safari1

Uganda Rwanda Safari1 , 4 Days Gorilla Trekking Safari in Rwanda. The rainforests of the 5 Virunga Volcanoes are the last refuge of the Mountain Gorilla. Roughly half of the world’s wild population of Mountain Gorilla’s is resident on the Rwandan slopes of the Virungas.

Itinerary:

:The lush slopes of the volcanoes provide an appropriately dramatic natural setting for what is perhaps the most poignant and thrilling wildlife experience to be had anywhere.

Day 1:

On arrival at Kigali, you will be met by your driver and drive to Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge.

On arrival, a late lunch will be served in the main lodge, with its scenic vistas of the Virunga Volcanoes, of the Parc National des Volcans.

Afternoon at leisure to settle in and acclimatize and perhaps an afternoon guided bird walk in the surrounds of the lodge. Dinner and overnight at Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge.

Day 2:

An early breakfast, served in the lodge, before departing by road to the Parc National des Volcans headquarters. Here you will be allocated to a guide for one of the habituated Mountain Gorilla families and a safety briefing.

You will then be drive to the starting point of gorilla trekking. The amount of time spent walking is dependant upon which family of Gorillas you are allocated to and where they are to be found on that day.

Once the family is sighted you will spend a maximum of one hour with the Gorilla family.

After this phenomenal wildlife experience, return to your vehicle on the edge of the forest, returning to Sabyinyo Silverback lodge for lunch. Afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight at Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge.

Day 3:

Early morning breakfast prior to departing for your second gorilla trek, with the possibility of visiting a different Gorilla family. Return to Sabyinyo Silverback lodge for lunch.

In the afternoon, relax or take a drive to the bustling market town of Ruhengeri, nearby, or visit the beautiful lakes of Kivu, Burera, Ruhondo and Karago.

There are also the genocide memorials and community and conservation projects, to be visited. Return to Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 4:

After breakfast, depart for Kigali for your return flight home.

The package includes:

3 Nights Full board accommodation at Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge, visit to Ruhengeri town, 2 Gorilla trekking permits (One on each day), Park Fee

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