5 DAYS RWANDA & UGANDA GORILLA TREKKING AND GOLDEN MONKEY SAFARI

Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be welcomed by your professional driver-guide. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a short Kigali city tour, with an opportunity to visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial and explore some of the city's highlights. After lunch, depart for Musanze in northern Rwanda, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park. Enjoy the beautiful countryside, rolling hills, traditional villages and spectacular views of the Virunga Mountains along the way

After an early breakfast, head to Volcanoes National Park for an exciting golden monkey trekking experience. Accompanied by experienced park guides, walk through the bamboo forest in search of these playful and endangered primates. Golden monkeys are known for their beautiful golden-orange fur, lively movements and social behaviour. You will have an opportunity to observe them and take photographs in their natural habitat. After the activity, return to the lodge, check out and depart for Uganda via the Cyanika border crossing. Enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside before arriving in the Kisoro or Bwindi area, depending on your gorilla trekking permit and accommodation location

After an early breakfast, transfer to the designated park headquarters for registration and a briefing by the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Begin your unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Accompanied by experienced rangers and trackers, venture into the dense rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. The trek may take several hours, depending on the location of the gorillas and the terrain. Once the gorillas are located, spend one magical hour observing their behaviour, watching the young gorillas play, and photographing these magnificent primates in their natural habitat.

After breakfast at the lodge, enjoy a memorable day exploring the cultural heritage and natural beauty of southwestern Uganda. Morning: Batwa Cultural Experience Begin the day with a guided Batwa cultural experience, offering an opportunity to learn about the traditions, history, and cultural heritage of the Batwa people, whose ancestral lives were closely connected to the forests of the region. During the visit, discover traditional forest knowledge, listen to cultural stories, and experience traditional music and dance, depending on the activities offered by the local community. This meaningful encounter provides insight into the Batwa people's relationship with the forest and their cultural heritage. Mid-Morning: Guided Nature Walk Continue with a guided nature walk through the beautiful natural surroundings of the Bwindi region. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, explore the lush vegetation, enjoy the peaceful forest atmosphere, and discover the rich biodiversity of this remarkable landscape. Along the way, you may encounter colourful butterflies, native plants, and a variety of bird species. The guide will explain the ecological importance of the forest and its role in supporting the region's wildlife. Afternoon: Waterfall Visit After lunch, proceed to a suitable waterfall near the Bwindi region for a refreshing nature excursion. Enjoy a scenic walk through the surrounding landscape, admire the beauty of the flowing water, and take memorable photographs of the natural scenery. The waterfall excursion offers a relaxing opportunity to appreciate Uganda's beautiful landscapes after the previous day's gorilla trekking adventure. Please note that the specific waterfall will depend on your accommodation location, accessibility, local guiding arrangements, and available time. Return to the lodge in the late afternoon to relax and enjoy dinner.

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before checking out and beginning your return journey to Kigali, Rwanda. Travel through Uganda's scenic southwestern highlands and cross the border into Rwanda, subject to the required immigration formalities. Upon arrival in Kigali, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your onward flight. If your flight departs late in the evening, you may have time for a short stop in Kigali, depending on the journey and border-crossing conditions. This marks the end of your unforgettable five-day adventure across Rwanda and Uganda