I had a couple of days to myself before joining my tour group. I hired Kagera Safaris to take me to Ngambe Island on one day and to take me birding on the second. Miriam of Kagera Safaris did a great job. She accompanied me on both days. The chimpanzee sanctuary was a delight, not only for the opportunity to see the chimpanzees and learning about them from the staff, but also we were able to see several bird species up close. Miriam hired a phenomenal birding guide for my day of birding. The shoe-bill was the highlight. I saw more bird species that day than any other.
Miriam is a delight. My two days with her were among the highlights of my trip to Uganda. Everything ran smoothly under her care. I completely endorse her services.
3 Day Rwanda Gorilla Safari (trip)
3 Day Rwanda Gorilla Safari
- Rwanda
- Culture & Nature
| from $1,500* per person | 3 Days | Year-round |
| Comfort accommodations | Exertion level: 5 | |
| Operator: Kagera Safaris | 24 people max | |
As you travel to the home of mountain gorillas in the
Virunga volcanoes, enjoy the scenery of “the thousand hills.”Gorilla trekking
is a unique experience looking the eyes of the massive animals. You get to spend
up to one hour with gorillas, within five feet of a Gorilla.
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Locations visited/nearby
Gorilla trekking , rwanda , hiking , volcanoes national park , golden monkeys, Rwanda, Africa
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3 testimonials about the provider, Kagera Safaris:
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Reviewer: Daniël LOUSBERGH
located in
Kortessem,
Belgium
Perfect, An experience once in a lifetime!
19 days Uganda and Rwanda. Perfect organisation, Alex was an exceptional competent guide and driver. Gamedrives and tracking the gorilla's, chimps and golden monkees were marvellous! The accomodation was comfortable and excellent price/quality. Only Mahabura hotel seems a little bit worn-out. But we enjoied the whole trip, especially the accompaniment by Miriame herself. Really highly recommended!
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Reviewer: Erik Cox
located in
Washington DC,
USA
My wife and I did a trip through Uganda via Kagera Safaris in late June/early July 2016. The three highlights were seeing chimpanzees, seeing gorillas, and a homestay.
Kagera put together an exciting itinerary, which we customized to include a 2-night homestay with a local Ugandan family. The homestay was the highlight of the trip; we got to know the family and see life through their eyes. We're actually Facebook friends with members of that family now! The chimpanzee and gorilla treks delivered as promised, too. We got to see them in the wild, up close and personal.
Kagera is a local Ugandan company, and my wife and I found that they are big into responsible tourism and giving back to local Ugandan communities. That made the trip even more meaningful. We did the mid-range price option trip; you can go less (or more) expensive, and Miriam will be happy to customize the adventure to your reasonable needs. I also suggest you ask that you have Meddy as your in-country guide. He's fantastic.
In sum, we'd highly recommend Kagera. -
Reviewer: Edie Barschi
located in
Berkeley,
Carlifornia
USA
Special information
- You need to form your own private group for this trip. It will be scheduled for a date you arrange with the provider. The itinerary here is just a sample.
- Offers some solo-only/singles departures.
- Offers some women-only departures.
Itinerary
Day 1: Transfer to Volcanoes national
park
On arrival
at the airport, welcomed by a Kagera Safaris representative and transferred to
your hotel in Kigali. Depending on time of arrival,we will take a short Kigali
city tour visiting some these sites, Kigali Genocide Memorial, craft centers,
Kandt National Museum.
Have lunch
in the city and proceed to the Volcanoes national park.
Lunch
& Dinner
Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Day 2: Gorilla Tracking
Today track
the gorillas in their natural habitats of the Virunga. The rainforest is dense with
boundless scenic and photo opportunities. The forest is home to different
primates, birdlife, and butterflies – this is a memorable experience.
Tracking
gorillas can take anything between an hour or several hours before locating
them depending on their location. In case the activity is finished in the
morning, there is an opportunity to visit a cultural village.
Breakfast,
Lunch & Dinner
Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Day 3: Departure
This marks the end of your safari.
After a breakfast, your guide will transfer you to Kigali to return to your
hotel or take your flight.
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