2 Days Gorilla Trekking Ruhija Uganda: Gorillas of Ruhija Sector
Tour overview of the 2 days gorilla trekking Ruhija Uganda
The 2 days gorilla trekking Ruhija Uganda is a short gorilla trip taking 1night/2days. This Ruhija gorilla tour starts and ends in Kigali, crossing via Katuna/Chanika border, approximately 4 hours’ drive. You will be tracking one of the Ruhija’s 4 gorilla groups (Bitukura, Oruzongo, Kyaguriro & Mukiza) in a group of 8 trekkers.
Ruhija is positioned in Eastern side of Bwindi National Park which is lying in South-western Uganda on Albertine rift valley edge. Bwindi is a designated UNESCO Site protecting 459 mountain gorillas in its expansive 331sq.kms impenetrable forest.
Brief itinerary
Day 1: Kigali to Ruhija-The Eastern gorilla trekking sector of Bwindi
Day 2: Gorilla trekking Ruhija & Return to Kigali
Detailed itinerary of your 2 days gorilla trekking Ruhija Uganda
Day 1: Kigali to Ruhija-The Eastern gorilla trekking sector of Bwindi
Pick up early by a driver guide after breakfast, get briefed early about your 2 days gorilla trekking Ruhija Uganda. Later, tour Kigali for at least 2 hours, visit the nearby genocide sites, local markets with freshly harvested fruits-grab some etc. After, drive to Katuna/Chanika to connect to Ruhija sector of Bwindi, 4 hours’ drive road trip.
Lodges to stay/Accommodations at Ruhija
Luxury: Ruhija Gorilla Safari Lodge
Mid-range: Gorilla Mist Camp, Ichumbi Gorilla Safari Lodge
Basic: Rushaga Gorilla Friends Camp, Broadbill Camp
Day 2: Gorilla trekking Ruhija & Return to Kigali
Take a delicious breakfast early, leave the lodge for briefing at Ruhija trailhead where you will have detailed information about gorilla trekking rules-what to do and not to do, allocation of gorilla families and start at 8:00am your trek. Ensure you observe the set rules during your 2-6 hours trek to see gorillas and once you have come across a family of these unique animal species, expect to stay with them for 1 hour while taking pictures. Return afterwards, get your certificate and relax a little, check out of the lodge then transfer back from Ruhija to Kigali.
End of the 2 days gorilla trekking Ruhija Uganda
This two days Ruhija tour includes
Gorilla permit valid @700
Accommodation as stated in the package for 1night & meals
Bottled drinking water
English speaking guide who is experienced
Park entrance fees
All activities as stated in the package excluding optional ones
A 4×4 vehicle for your Ruhija gorilla trip
This two days Ruhija gorilla excursion excludes
Souvenirs
Laundry
Cigars
Tipping
Alcoholic drinks
Insurance