The Great Gorilla Highlands Escape
7 Days Starting from $8950USD Per Person
Day 1 – Welcome to Rwanda
Arrive in Kigali and settle into your boutique hotel, enjoying a relaxed evening in one of Africa’s most warm and welcoming capitals.
Day 2 – Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a meaningful introduction to Rwanda’s history before traveling to the misty foothills of Volcanoes National Park.
Day 3 – Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda
Set out on your guided gorilla trek through the bamboo forests of Volcanoes, encountering a mountain gorilla family in one of Africa’s most moving wildlife experiences.
Day 4 – Volcanoes to Bwindi (Crossing into Uganda)
Travel into Uganda’s emerald highlands and continue to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, arriving at your lodge surrounded by ancient rainforest.
Day 5 – Gorilla Trekking in Uganda
Begin your second gorilla trek — this time in Bwindi’s dense jungle, offering a powerful and completely different encounter with these gentle giants.
Day 6 – Bwindi to Entebbe
Fly or drive from Bwindi (Kihihi/Kisoro) to Entebbe, arriving for a restful final evening on the shores of Lake Victoria.
Day 7 – Farewell East Africa
Enjoy a peaceful morning before transferring to Entebbe International Airport for your onward journey.