Tourist Activities To Do In Uganda Starting From Kigali Rwanda

Kigali to Uganda safaris has currently become popular for most travelers visiting East Africa flying into Kigali Rwanda and crossing to visit Uganda is undeniable cheap and enjoyable. The scenic drives through the rolling hills of Rwanda and southwestern Uganda make the whole experience magical. The list of things to see and do in Uganda starting from Kigali Rwanda is endless. Travelers have a variety f tourist activities and attractions to enjoy in Uganda starting from Kigali. The popularity of Rwanda Uganda safaris began in May 2017 when Rwanda double increased the cost of her gorilla permits from $750 to$1500. This made Rwanda tours expensive and luxurious for budget travelers. The drive time from Kigali to Uganda is roughly 4 hours crossing through either Cyanika border in Kisoro or Katuna border in Kibale district. The top tourist activities to do in Uganda starting from Kigali Rwanda include:

1. Mountain gorilla trekking

Gorilla trekking is the number one tourist activity in southwestern Uganda. Uganda gorilla tours are done in Bwindi forest and Mgahinga gorilla national parks located in Kabale/Rubanda and Kisoro districts respectively. Here travelers fly into Rwanda and trek gorillas in Bwindi/Mgahinga at affordable rates in the shortest time possible. a 1 Day Uganda gorilla trek from Kigali Rwanda starts at 3:30 am with a transfer from Kigali driving for four hours to reach Bwindi Forest /Mgahinga gorilla national park. Travelers join a pre gorilla trekking briefing at Bwindi park headquarters and thereafter embark on a hike to trek the gentle giants. Hiking time may be short or long but the assurance of seeing gorillas is 99. 9%. After spending an hour with the gorillas, travelers hike back and drive back to Kigali for their connecting flight. A Uganda gorilla permit cost $600, which is far less compared to $1500 in Rwanda.

2. Mountain gorilla habituation experience

Fly into Rwanda ado gorilla habituation experience in Rushaga sector south of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National park. Just like in gorilla trekking, travelers land at Kigali airport where they meet our driver guide and transfer to Bwindi Forest.
A 1-Day Uganda gorilla habituation experience is possible for those with limited time. A single gorilla habituation experience permit costs $1500 allowing you to spend four hours with the endangered gorillas in their natural habitats.

3. Golden Monkey trekking

Trek the endangered golden monkeys of Mgahinga gorilla national park in Kisoro district. Here travelers fly into Kigali Rwanda and thereafter cross to Uganda through Cyanika border driving to Mgahinga gorilla national park in Kisoro district. Trekking golden monkeys cost $100, which is cheap and affordable even for budget travelers. Mgahinga is the only destination to trek golden monkeys in Uganda. The other population of golden monkeys lives in Volcanoes National Park in northwestern Rwanda.

4. Batwa cultural trail

Also done in Mgahinga gorilla national park, Batwa cultural trail is a not miss experience in Uganda. Fly into Rwanda and cross to Mgahinga for a memorable cultural experience with the Batwa pygmies. The experience is all about visiting Batwa pygmies to experience their initial forest life. Travelers are guided into the Mgahinga forest to perform Batwa’s traditional activities such as hunting, collecting honey, picking medicinal herbs and visiting Ngarama cave for rituals.

5. Volcano Hiking

Still from Kigali, travelers can do volcano hiking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. The park is home to 3 distinct Volcanoes, which are Mt Gahinga, Mt Sabyinyo, and Mt Muhabura. A hike to the summit of any of these volcanoes is a lifetime experience with spectacular views of national parks, local communities and other attractions in neighboring Rwanda and the Congo.
In conclusion, Rwanda to Uganda safaris is possibly done at affordable rates. Contact Africa Adventure Safaris today, book a Rwanda to Uganda safari to trek gorillas, visit golden monkeys, Batwa cultural trail and hike the Virunga Volcanoes for a memorable experience.

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