THE UGANDA VIRUNGA IMMERSION
The most complete introduction to the Ugandan side of the Virunga region, bringing together highland landscapes, Lake Mutanda, Batwa heritage, local life and a gorilla encounter in Bwindi.
The most complete introduction to the Ugandan side of the Virunga region, bringing together highland landscapes, Lake Mutanda, Batwa heritage, local life and a gorilla encounter in Bwindi.
Arrive in Kisoro and settle into the rhythm of the highlands. The afternoon offers a gentle introduction to the volcanic landscape and surrounding communities. Overnight: Kisoro.
Journey towards Lake Mutanda, surrounded by the volcanic peaks of the Virunga. Experience the lake and its surrounding communities, with time to discover the landscape at an unhurried pace. Overnight: Kisoro.
Travel towards Bwindi, with a Batwa community experience offering insight into forest heritage, traditional knowledge and living cultural traditions. Continue into the Bwindi region for the evening. Overnight: Bwindi.
An early departure into Bwindi for a guided gorilla trekking experience. The day unfolds within the forest, with time dedicated to the gorilla family once encountered. Return for a quiet evening surrounded by the forest landscape. Overnight: Bwindi.
A final morning in the region before beginning your onward journey. Journey concludes.
| Group size | Price per person |
|---|---|
| 1 Person | $0.00 |
All listed prices are in USD and apply to bookings made from outside Rwanda. For Rwandan residents, please contact us directly to make a booking and receive rates in local currency.
Prices shown are in USD and include all applicable Rwandan taxes. If you wish to pay in Rwandan Francs (RWF), please request an offline booking. More details can be found in our Payment Options.
Please note that foreign medical insurance does not cover helicopter evacuation in Rwanda. For your safety, all our tours include emergency evacuation insurance as standard. We also strongly recommend that every traveler carries comprehensive emergency evacuation coverage.
At Virunga Ecotours, we are dedicated to ethical practices. We pay fair wages and make regular contributions to pensions, maternity benefits, and community health schemes for all our employees.
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