6-Days Family Primates Safari
6 Day Primate Safari – Family Gorilla & Golden Monkey Adventure
6 Day Primate Safari is the perfect family wildlife journey in East Africa. This 6 Day Primate Safari begins in Kigali and then leads you into the misty jungles of Bwindi. Moreover, the 6 Day Primate Safari combines culture, community, and unforgettable gorilla trekking.
During this 6 Day Primate Safari, you will explore vibrant Kigali before heading to the rainforest. Most importantly, one full day is dedicated to the Mountain Gorilla Trekking Experience. In addition, the 6 Day Primate Safari includes meaningful interactions with local communities, offering deeper insight into African traditions and daily life.
Detailed Itinerary – 6 Day Primate Safari
Day 1: Arrival & Kigali City Experience
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, our guide will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Afterwards, explore Kigali’s cultural highlights. Visit art galleries, local markets, and the Genocide Memorial Center. As evening falls, enjoy the city’s blend of tradition and modern energy.
Overnight: Eagle View Lodge
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2: Transfer to Bwindi
After breakfast, begin your scenic drive to Bwindi via the Kyanika Border. The journey winds through rolling hills, rural villages, and lush countryside. Along the way, notice subtle cultural shifts as you cross into Uganda.
Upon arrival at your lodge, relax and prepare for the next stage of your 6 Day Primate Safari adventure.
Overnight: Orugano Bwindi Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Gorilla Trekking
Today is the highlight of your 6 Day Primate Safari. After an early briefing at 8:00am, ascend into Bwindi Forest with ranger guides and porters. Trekking can take 4–7 hours, depending on the gorillas’ location.
Once located, spend one unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants. Afterwards, return to the lodge. In the evening, relax with a sundowner and campfire experience.
Overnight: Orugano Bwindi Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Nkuringo Community Walk
After breakfast, enjoy a guided community walk to Suma Waterfall (4–5 hours). The 7km trail passes through vibrant villages and scenic landscapes. The waterfall area is rich in birdlife and indigenous tree species.
Alternatively, choose the Buniga Forest Trail (approx. 3 hours). This Batwa-led project shares powerful stories of forest life and heritage. As a result, your 6 Day Primate Safari becomes both cultural and educational.
Overnight: Orugano Bwindi Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Lake Mutanda Experience
After breakfast, drive to Rubuguri junction for an optional 9km guided walk to Lake Mutanda. The trail passes through cultivated gardens and rural villages. Therefore, it offers authentic countryside views.
You may enjoy a canoe ride with local fishermen on Lake Mutanda. Alternatively, explore Kisoro town’s fresh markets before heading to your lodge.
Overnight: Lake Chahafi Resort
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6: Golden Monkey Trek & Departure
Rise early for your golden monkey briefing at Ntebeko Visitor Center in Mgahinga. After briefing, begin your trek with a lead tracker and armed rangers. Hike toward the bamboo forest zone where golden monkeys thrive.
Once located, spend one hour observing their playful behavior. Finally, descend and transfer to Kigali Airport for your outbound flight, marking the end of your 6 Day Primate Safari.
Included – 6 Day Primate Safari
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- Gorilla permits (One per person, non-resident)
- Golden Monkey permits (One per person, non-resident)
- All activities (Unless labeled optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- Professional driver/guide
- All transportation
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified)
- Drinking water (All days)
Excluded – 6 Day Primate Safari
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before/after tour
- Tips (US$10.00 pp per day guideline)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, visa fees, insurance, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
