When does the tour end Day 5 or Day 6? Is this a 6 day tour?

The 7th July Gorilla Stop finishes on the morning of 12th July, so are free to book onward flights any time on or after 12th July.

I would like to know more about the camping situation. Could you please give me some more information about it.

This tour has 3 nights camping and we provide tents and sleeping mats. The tents are 3-man dome tents and we sleep just two people in each. If you are a solo traveller you are paired up with another solo traveller of the same sex to share a tent with. You would need to bring your own sleeping bag and pillow. We then have 2 nights in dorm accommodation at a local guesthouse in Kisoro, Uganda. Upgrades may be available and these are organised on a first come first serve basis once out in Africa.

Can I add days to this trip?

You can extend tours to visit Zanzibar and travel onto Victoria Falls or Cape Town even, or you could start in Kenya for time there and by the White Nile in Uganda. If you let me know how long you have available and if there are particular highlights you wish to see I can then make some recommendations.

could you please let me know more about the trek in with the gorillas. how long of a hike is it, how close would we be, how long can we stay with the gorillas.

would this be trekking with the gorillas two times? once at the beginning of the trip in Uganda and the second time at the end of the trip in Rwanda ?? the itinerary doesn't have enough information for me, please provide more information on this trip.

Is the Gorilla trekking price in Uganda included? As I need to get the visa for Uganda, in case that the visa is not provided, can I refund the tour or change the date? Will you be able to provide all info for visa reasons?

The next available departure is the 8th March Gorilla stop and this tour does include the gorilla permit in the price. To secure a seat we require a non refundable deposit and this can be transferred to another date in the next year if you cannot travel on the original date. There is a £50 transfer fee per person. You may require a visa for Rwanda and if so you can apply for the East Africa visa at the airport in Kigali which makes things easier. Otherwise we can assist with information to apply for the Ugandan visa once you book.

What time does the tour end?

This tour will end in Kigali around 2:00 pm on Day 5. There is a border crossing from Uganda to Rwanda on this day, so Absolute Africa recommends planning flights that depart from Kigali after 6:00 pm on this day, in case of any delays.

Does this tour include the Gorilla trekking permit?

Yes. The gorilla trekking permit is included in this tour.

What is the group size of this tour?

This tour will group around 16 people. The group is small enough to be able to follow the guide, ask questions and be heard, but large enough not to feel lonely as you will always have someone to have a chat with.

Unfortunately we are unable to give visa advice due to the vast number of nationalities which our customers represent. Some nationalities can travel freely over borders, where others require advance permission to enter. There are also changes in requirements from time to time. We recommend checking your local embassy or consulate's website for the latest up to date information.

How much will this tour really cost me?

The costs to consider when travelling overland are: Safari price Optional excursions Personal spending money Visas We are always very transparent about what a tour will cost and are happy to go through personal, tailored budgets to give you a very realistic idea of what you will spend on your tour - whether you are an adrenaline junkie, souvenir-shopaholic or travelling on a shoestring…

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The tour was a good one and it was a great experience to trek through the Bwindi Imprenatable -ish forest.
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Operator: Absolute Africa
Overland Truck: Off-the-grid adventures with a rugged edge
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
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Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 28
Ages 18+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Kigali to Kisoro
Optional Activities
- Coffee tour
- Batwa (Pygmy) village visit
- Lake Mutande visit
Landmarks
Lake Mutande
Day 2
Kisoro
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Optional Activities
- Orphanage visit
- Batwa village visit
- Golden monkey trek
- Canoeing
Landmarks
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Days 3 - 4
Kisoro to Musanze
Meals
Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Orphanage visit
- Golden monkey trek
- Canoeing
- Visit to Dian Fossey's Grave
- Basket weaving
- Banana beer making
Landmarks
Dian Fossey's Grave
Days 5 - 6
Musanze to Kigali
Meals
Breakfast
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- Genocide Museum visit
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Genocide Memorial

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Lake Mutande

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Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

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Dian Fossey's Grave

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Genocide Memorial

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3.7

Overall rating based on 3 Reviews

Itinerary
5.0
Transport
3.5
Guide
4.0
Accommodation
2.5
Food
4.0
Tour Operator
4.5

Andrea
July 13th, 2025
The tour was a good one and it was a great experience to trek through the Bwindi Imprenatable -ish forest to see the...
The tour was a good one and it was a great experience to trek through the Bwindi Imprenatable -ish forest to see the mountain gorillas. The accommodation was reasonable and really liked the accommodations at redrock in musanze if upgraded. The food was substantial and more than adequate The tour guide was very friendly and helpful. Our truck drivers was experienced and friendly. All in all a good experience. Many thanks to Sophie at Absolute Safari for enormous help from tume i booked the tour.Show more
Traveled in July 2025
Reply from: Absolute Africa
Many thanks for your review Andrea. If you wish to explore some more of the continent, we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
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Kerry
December 4th, 2019
Incredible experience with wonderful guide and driver :)
Traveled in November 2019
Reply from: Absolute Africa
Thanks for leaving your comments, Kerry. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your tour with us :)
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Ciaran
June 21st, 2016
The tour was good for seeing the gorillas at a relatively cheap price though I feel the other included days were a...
The tour was good for seeing the gorillas at a relatively cheap price though I feel the other included days were a bit of a waste of time as there wasn't really much to do. I would have preferred the tour to have been cheaper and only 4 days maximum. The guides were friendly. Unfortunately some people had their belongings stolen at one of the hostels we stayed at, maybe a poor choice. Food included was tasty.Show more
Traveled in June 2016
Reply from: Absolute Africa
Thank you for your comments Ciaran. We are sorry that you felt the Gorilla Stop was too long. We do always need an extra day in the itinerary on the trips up to the gorillas as we cannot always guarantee getting all the permits on the same day throughout the year and if ever the gorillas are not found, they allow us to trek the following day. The days at Kisoro are free days, so as well as trekking the gorillas there are other options available, such as visiting the Golden Moneys in Mgahinga National Park, a Batwa (pygmy) trail, a coffee plantation tour and also Dian Fossey's grave. Or you can just relax by Lake Mutande. We spoke to the hostel where you stayed as a priority following the incident you mention, as security is of the utmost importance to us. We have been assured that new security arrangements have been put in place as a result. We are glad to hear your guides were friendly and that you enjoyed seeing the endangered gorillas in their forest home. Thanks again for your feedback.
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Zoe
Asked on February 11th, 2025
When does the tour end Day 5 or Day 6? Is this a 6 day tour?
Tour Details
- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written February 2025
  The 7th July Gorilla Stop finishes on the morning of 12th July, so are free to book onward flights any time on or after 12th July.
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Anthony
Asked on March 3rd, 2024
I would like to know more about the camping situation. Could you please give me some more information about it.
Accommodation
- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written March 2024
  This tour has 3 nights camping and we provide tents and sleeping mats. The tents are 3-man dome tents and we sleep just two people in each. If you are a solo traveller you are paired up with another solo traveller of the same sex to share a tent with. You would need to bring your own sleeping bag and pillow. We then have 2 nights in dorm accommodation at a local guesthouse in Kisoro, Uganda. Upgrades may be available and these are organised on a first come first serve basis once out in Africa.
M
Matthew
Asked on July 20th, 2023
Can I add days to this trip?
Tour Details
- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written July 2023
  You can extend tours to visit Zanzibar and travel onto Victoria Falls or Cape Town even, or you could start in Kenya for time there and by the White Nile in Uganda. If you let me know how long you have available and if there are particular highlights you wish to see I can then make some recommendations.
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Rebecca
Asked on June 19th, 2023
could you please let me know more about the trek in with the gorillas. how long of a hike is it, how close would we be, how long can we stay with the gorillas.
Tour Details
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  Rebecca
  Traveler•Written June 2023
  would this be trekking with the gorillas two times? once at the beginning of the trip in Uganda and the second time at the end of the trip in Rwanda ?? the itinerary doesn't have enough information for me, please provide more information on this trip.
- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written June 2023
  The trek to the gorillas takes place on one day and starts with a transfer from the campsite in Kisoro to the gorilla park gates. Here you are allocated a gorilla group to go and visit and you start off on your trek. This can take anywhere between 45 minutes to 6 hours depending on where the group is located and how far they roam. Once you find the gorillas you have 1 hour to observe and photograph them. We currently trek in Bwindi National Park in Uganda and the Gorilla Stop tour includes one trek. We do not trek in Rwanda.
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Sylvia
Asked on December 30th, 2022
Is the Gorilla trekking price in Uganda included? As I need to get the visa for Uganda, in case that the visa is not provided, can I refund the tour or change the date? Will you be able to provide all info for visa reasons?
Price / Availability
Tour Details
Visa
- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written December 2022
  The next available departure is the 8th March Gorilla stop and this tour does include the gorilla permit in the price. To secure a seat we require a non refundable deposit and this can be transferred to another date in the next year if you cannot travel on the original date. There is a £50 transfer fee per person. You may require a visa for Rwanda and if so you can apply for the East Africa visa at the airport in Kigali which makes things easier. Otherwise we can assist with information to apply for the Ugandan visa once you book.
M
Morgan
Asked on December 4th, 2018
What time does the tour end?
Tour Details
- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written December 2018
  This tour will end in Kigali around 2:00 pm on Day 5.
  
  There is a border crossing from Uganda to Rwanda on this day, so Absolute Africa recommends planning flights that depart from Kigali after 6:00 pm on this day, in case of any delays.
V
Vicki
Asked on May 1st, 2017
Does this tour include the Gorilla trekking permit?
Other
- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written May 2017
  Yes. The gorilla trekking permit is included in this tour.
L
Leah
Asked on September 1st, 2016
What is the group size of this tour?
Group size
- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written September 2016
  This tour will group around 16 people. The group is small enough to be able to follow the guide, ask questions and be heard, but large enough not to feel lonely as you will always have someone to have a chat with.
K
Ken
Asked on August 1st, 2016
How does visa work?
Visa
- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written August 2016
  Unfortunately we are unable to give visa advice due to the vast number of nationalities which our customers represent. Some nationalities can travel freely over borders, where others require advance permission to enter. There are also changes in requirements from time to time. We recommend checking your local embassy or consulate's website for the latest up to date information.
B
Bob
Asked on February 15th, 2016
How much will this tour really cost me?
Price / Availability
- Absolute AfricaOperator•Written February 2016
  The costs to consider when travelling overland are:
  
  Safari price
  Optional excursions
  Personal spending money
  Visas
  
  We are always very transparent about what a tour will cost and are happy to go through personal, tailored budgets to give you a very realistic idea of what you will spend on your tour - whether you are an adrenaline junkie, souvenir-shopaholic or travelling on a shoestring…

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Rwanda.Uganda. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Rwanda.Uganda. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Rwanda.Uganda. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Rwanda.Uganda. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Rwanda.Uganda. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Rwanda.Uganda. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Meningococcal meningitis - Recommended for Rwanda.Uganda. Ideally 3 weeks before travel.
- Yellow fever - Required for entrance into the country for Rwanda Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for and Uganda. Ideally 10 days before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before July 7th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after July 7th, 2026, a minimum payment of 20% is required to confirm your booking with Absolute Africa. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 60 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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