Golden monkeys and the Bisoke crater hike in Rwanda, then across the border for gorillas in Bwindi.
For active travellers who want the best of the Virungas on both sides of the border. You track golden monkeys and climb Mount Bisoke in Rwanda, then cross into Uganda to trek gorillas in Bwindi, where permits are more affordable.
Virunga Lodge and Clouds are two of the finest mountain lodges in Africa, and both have views that stop you in your tracks.
Rwanda & Uganda
Luxury safari
Handpicked luxury lodges and camps, chosen for their setting, service and guiding.
Private safari
Your own vehicle and guide for the whole journey, never shared with other travellers.
Made to measure
Change the pace, a lodge or an activity and we rebuild the itinerary around you.
Start any day
Travel on the dates that suit you, subject to lodge and permit availability.
Solo travellers welcome
Priced for one on request, with the single supplement shown under Rates.
Minimum age 15
Gorilla permits are only issued to visitors aged 15 and over.
Pace and fitness
Active, fitness: challenging.
Drive north to Virunga Lodge on its ridge above Lakes Burera and Ruhondo.
Overnight
Virunga Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
A hilltop lodge between the Burera and Ruhondo lakes, with views of five volcanoes.
Track the golden monkeys in the morning, then canoe on Lake Ruhondo in the afternoon.
Overnight
Virunga Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
A hilltop lodge between the Burera and Ruhondo lakes, with views of five volcanoes.
Climb to Bisoke’s crater lake, then cross the border at Cyanika and drive up to Clouds.
Overnight
Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
Uganda's highest lodge, on a ridge in Nkuringo with views to the Virunga volcanoes.
Trek to a Nkuringo gorilla family, and rest those legs by the fire.
Overnight
Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
Uganda's highest lodge, on a ridge in Nkuringo with views to the Virunga volcanoes.
The drive back to Kigali for your flight.
Virunga Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
A hilltop lodge between the Burera and Ruhondo lakes, with views of five volcanoes.
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge (opens the property’s website in a new tab)
Uganda's highest lodge, on a ridge in Nkuringo with views to the Virunga volcanoes.
Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Important to know
Rates per person
| Season | Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people | 7+ people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High season (Jun to Oct, Dec to Feb) | US$5,750 | US$4,650 | US$4,371 | US$4,371 | US$4,371 | US$4,371 | Get quote |
| Low season (Mar to May, Nov) | US$5,190 | US$4,090 | US$3,845 | US$3,845 | US$3,845 | US$3,845 | Get quote |
Prices are per person, in US dollars, and depend on the number of travellers sharing the vehicle and guide. They are sample rates for planning and will be confirmed when you enquire, as lodge and permit prices change each year. Gorilla permits are included at the current government rate and are subject to availability.
Best time for this trip Jun to Sep, Dec to Feb
For gorilla and chimp treks, bring sturdy waterproof hiking boots, long trousers you can tuck into your socks, a long-sleeved shirt, a light rain jacket and gardening gloves for grabbing vines. Porters are available at the trailhead and we recommend hiring one: it helps your trek and supports the local community.
Pack light, neutral colours for game drives, a warm fleece for early mornings, a sun hat and good sunscreen. Light aircraft have a soft-bag limit of 15 kg per person including hand luggage, so leave the hard suitcases at home.
Made to measure
Every Uwera safari is private. Slow the pace, add a night by a lake, swap a lodge or bring the children: tell us in your request and we will rebuild the itinerary around you.
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