6-Day Uganda & Rwanda Gorilla Trekking
Track the mountain gorillas of Volcanoes National Park and the ancient depths of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. A rare comparative primate journey designed for high-end and midrange travelers.
The Two Sacred Forests
Wander and Wonder Tours welcomes you to East Africa's most remarkable wildlife passage. There is a profound contrast in tracking wild mountain gorillas twice. The dense, bamboo-cloaked slopes of Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park provide wide, volcanic backdrops. In contrast, the ancient, prehistoric floor of Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest introduces you to a tangled maze of misty green valleys.
Designed specifically to meet the high standards of international travelers, this double-permit safari offers deep immersion, secure cross-border logisitical operations, and stays at hand-picked sustainable lodges.
Safari Snapshot
All-Inclusive Tour Pricing
This premium pricing contains both official permits ($2,300 collective institutional cost in Rwanda and Uganda), private vehicle transits, transfers, eco-lodge accommodations, park entries, and guided group fees.
Looking for Premium Upgrades?
We specialize in tailored premium enhancements. Upgrade to ultra-luxury forest reserves, coordinate direct charter flights between tracking zones, or extend your adventure with a Chimpanzee tracking addition in Kibale Forest.
The Day-by-Day Journey
A seamless cross-border safari designed to provide a deep, unhurried, and comfortable exploration of the Albertine Rift.
Day 1: Scenic Transit from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
Arrive at Kigali International Airport. Meet your personal safari guide and embark on a winding scenic journey past the misty terraced valleys of Rwanda, traveling deep into the foothills of the Virunga Volcanoes.
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Ascend into the quiet bamboo belts of Volcanoes National Park. Led by local professional trackers, approach your first assigned gorilla family and observe their peaceful social bonds for an unforgettable, quiet hour.
Day 3: Golden Monkeys & Cross-Border Transit to Bwindi
Track the playful, endangered golden monkeys in their native bamboo habitat. In the afternoon, travel across the border into southwestern Uganda, settling down next to the ancient canopy boundary of Bwindi Forest.
Day 4: Deep-Forest Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Diverging from the bamboo zones of Volcanoes NP, trek deep into Bwindi's mossy roots and dense high-canopy valleys to meet a second gorilla family, letting you witness how their behavior shifts in this primal forest setting.
Day 5: Lake Mutanda Canoe Excursion & Batwa Community
Unwind with a morning wooden canoe glide across the scenic, volcano-framed Lake Mutanda. Later, walk with the forest-dwelling Batwa community to learn about ancestral herbal medicine and tracking techniques.
Day 6: Kigali City Tour & International Departure
Drive back to Kigali. Spend the afternoon on an educational tour of the Kigali Genocide Memorial to reflect on the country's inspiring modern resilience, before checking in for your evening flight home.
Safari Boundaries
What is Fully Included
- Official Rwanda Gorilla Permit ($1,500 value)
- Official Uganda Gorilla Permit ($800 value)
- Official Golden Monkey Tracking Permit
- Secure private 4x4 cruiser and experienced local safari guide
- All regional park clearances, transits, and border fees
- 5 nights eco-lodge accommodations on full-board terms
- All local cultural, community, and lake activities
- Pure local mineral water stocked in your transit vehicle
What is Excluded
- International airline reservations
- East Africa Tourist Visa applications
- Personal comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Voluntary porter gratuities (highly recommended on treks)
- Tips for trackers, safari guides, and lodge staff
- Discretionary premium alcoholic beverages
Sanctuaries of Comfort
We select spaces that offer clean comfort, warm hosting, and a deep, respectful connection with their surrounding communities.
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Located in the foothills of Volcanoes National Park, this boutique lodge features stone cottages, an outdoor pool, and a lush garden overlooking the volcanic peaks.
Bakiga Lodge
Perched high on Bwindi’s forest line, this cozy lodge features built cabins with private balconies looking out over the ancient canopy. Bakiga directly funds clean water initiatives for adjacent villages.
Captured Moments
Traveler Journeys
"To encounter these incredible creatures in both the bamboo forests of Rwanda and the rainforest of Bwindi was extraordinary. Every transfer, crossing, and lodge reservation was managed flawlessly."
"Wander and Wonder made our primate safari smooth and stress-free. Meeting the Bwindi gorillas up close was a highly emotional moment. The food and hospitality were incredible."
"Secure payment processes, upfront communication, and guides with exceptional tracking knowledge. Highly recommended to anyone looking for an authentic East African trek."
Trekking Guidance & Preparation
Begin Your Expedition
Have custom travel requests, or wish to arrange specific dates? Submit your details here, and a dedicated travel specialist will reach out within 12 business hours.
Your Ground Support Team
Samuel Ojok
Managing Director (U.K. Operations)
Fassie Adyero
Chief Operations Officer (Uganda Ground Logistics)
Brian Ogenrwot
Lead Tour Consultant
6-Day Uganda & Rwanda Gorilla Trekking
Track the mountain gorillas of Volcanoes National Park and the ancient depths of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. A rare comparative primate journey designed for high-end and midrange travelers.
The Two Sacred Forests
Wander and Wonder Tours welcomes you to East Africa's most remarkable wildlife passage. There is a profound contrast in tracking wild mountain gorillas twice. The dense, bamboo-cloaked slopes of Rwanda's Volcanoes National Park provide wide, volcanic backdrops. In contrast, the ancient, prehistoric floor of Uganda's Bwindi Impenetrable Forest introduces you to a tangled maze of misty green valleys.
Designed specifically to meet the high standards of international travelers, this double-permit safari offers deep immersion, secure cross-border logisitical operations, and stays at hand-picked sustainable lodges.
Safari Snapshot
All-Inclusive Tour Pricing
This premium pricing contains both official permits ($2,300 collective institutional cost in Rwanda and Uganda), private vehicle transits, transfers, eco-lodge accommodations, park entries, and guided group fees.
Looking for Premium Upgrades?
We specialize in tailored premium enhancements. Upgrade to ultra-luxury forest reserves, coordinate direct charter flights between tracking zones, or extend your adventure with a Chimpanzee tracking addition in Kibale Forest.
The Day-by-Day Journey
A seamless cross-border safari designed to provide a deep, unhurried, and comfortable exploration of the Albertine Rift.
Day 1: Scenic Transit from Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
Arrive at Kigali International Airport. Meet your personal safari guide and embark on a winding scenic journey past the misty terraced valleys of Rwanda, traveling deep into the foothills of the Virunga Volcanoes.
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park
Ascend into the quiet bamboo belts of Volcanoes National Park. Led by local professional trackers, approach your first assigned gorilla family and observe their peaceful social bonds for an unforgettable, quiet hour.
Day 3: Golden Monkeys & Cross-Border Transit to Bwindi
Track the playful, endangered golden monkeys in their native bamboo habitat. In the afternoon, travel across the border into southwestern Uganda, settling down next to the ancient canopy boundary of Bwindi Forest.
Day 4: Deep-Forest Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Diverging from the bamboo zones of Volcanoes NP, trek deep into Bwindi's mossy roots and dense high-canopy valleys to meet a second gorilla family, letting you witness how their behavior shifts in this primal forest setting.
Day 5: Lake Mutanda Canoe Excursion & Batwa Community
Unwind with a morning wooden canoe glide across the scenic, volcano-framed Lake Mutanda. Later, walk with the forest-dwelling Batwa community to learn about ancestral herbal medicine and tracking techniques.
Day 6: Kigali City Tour & International Departure
Drive back to Kigali. Spend the afternoon on an educational tour of the Kigali Genocide Memorial to reflect on the country's inspiring modern resilience, before checking in for your evening flight home.
Safari Boundaries
What is Fully Included
- Official Rwanda Gorilla Permit ($1,500 value)
- Official Uganda Gorilla Permit ($800 value)
- Official Golden Monkey Tracking Permit
- Secure private 4x4 cruiser and experienced local safari guide
- All regional park clearances, transits, and border fees
- 5 nights eco-lodge accommodations on full-board terms
- All local cultural, community, and lake activities
- Pure local mineral water stocked in your transit vehicle
What is Excluded
- International airline reservations
- East Africa Tourist Visa applications
- Personal comprehensive travel and medical insurance
- Voluntary porter gratuities (highly recommended on treks)
- Tips for trackers, safari guides, and lodge staff
- Discretionary premium alcoholic beverages
Sanctuaries of Comfort
We select spaces that offer clean comfort, warm hosting, and a deep, respectful connection with their surrounding communities.
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Located in the foothills of Volcanoes National Park, this boutique lodge features stone cottages, an outdoor pool, and a lush garden overlooking the volcanic peaks.
Bakiga Lodge
Perched high on Bwindi’s forest line, this cozy lodge features built cabins with private balconies looking out over the ancient canopy. Bakiga directly funds clean water initiatives for adjacent villages.
Captured Moments
Traveler Journeys
"To encounter these incredible creatures in both the bamboo forests of Rwanda and the rainforest of Bwindi was extraordinary. Every transfer, crossing, and lodge reservation was managed flawlessly."
"Wander and Wonder made our primate safari smooth and stress-free. Meeting the Bwindi gorillas up close was a highly emotional moment. The food and hospitality were incredible."
"Secure payment processes, upfront communication, and guides with exceptional tracking knowledge. Highly recommended to anyone looking for an authentic East African trek."
Trekking Guidance & Preparation
Begin Your Expedition
Have custom travel requests, or wish to arrange specific dates? Submit your details here, and a dedicated travel specialist will reach out within 12 business hours.
Your Ground Support Team
Samuel Ojok
Managing Director (U.K. Operations)
Fassie Adyero
Chief Operations Officer (Uganda Ground Logistics)
Brian Ogenrwot
Lead Tour Consultant