Uganda and Rwanda Safari

8 Day Uganda and Rwanda Safari – Gorillas, Wildlife & Culture

8-Day Uganda and Rwanda Safari – Gorillas & Wildlife

Your Uganda and Rwanda Safari begins with a warm welcome at Kigali International Airport. After settling in, explore Kigali on a city tour, including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial. This impactful site provides deep insight into Rwanda’s history and resilience. End the day with dinner and overnight at your hotel in Kigali.

After breakfast, journey north through Rwanda’s lush hills to Volcanoes National Park. Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes as you head to your lodge near the park. This region, famed for mountain gorillas and rich biodiversity, sets the stage for your adventure. Relax at the lodge with views of the Virunga Volcanoes.

In the morning, enjoy an exhilarating golden monkey trek in Volcanoes National Park. Afterward, cross into Uganda and drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a highlight of your Uganda and Rwanda Safari. Arrive at your lodge, settle in, and prepare for the life-changing gorilla trekking experience.

Embark on an unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi. Accompanied by expert guides, hike through the forest to find a family of mountain gorillas. Spend an hour observing their behavior in their natural habitat—an emotional and powerful experience. Return to your lodge to relax and reflect on the day.

Depart Bwindi after breakfast and drive through southwestern Uganda to Queen Elizabeth National Park. This leg of your Uganda and Rwanda Safari offers scenic countryside views. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and enjoy a relaxing evening before your safari exploration begins.

Start your day with a game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, and more in the savannah. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, home to hippos, crocodiles, and a dazzling variety of birds. Spend the night at your lodge.

After breakfast, head to Kibale National Park, a primate paradise and key stop on your Uganda and Rwanda Safari. In the afternoon, join a guided chimpanzee trek. Observe these intelligent primates in their forest habitat, alongside other wildlife like colobus monkeys and forest birds.

On the final day of your Uganda and Rwanda Safari, enjoy a leisurely breakfast before departing for Entebbe. The drive offers one last look at Uganda’s landscapes. Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, Topma tour guide will assist with your departure ending your remarkable African safari journey.

Safaris

Included

  • Airport transfers in Kigali and Entebbe

  • 7 nights’ accommodation in luxury/mid-range lodges

  • All meals as specified in the itinerary (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)

  • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle with an English-speaking driver-guide

  • Park entry fees for all national parks listed

  • Gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi (Uganda)

  • Golden monkey trekking permit (Rwanda)

  • Chimpanzee trekking permit in Kibale

  • Kigali city tour and Genocide Memorial visit

  • Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel

  • Bottled drinking water during safari

  • Cross-border documentation and support

  • All government taxes and levies

Not Included

  • International flights and visa fees

  • Travel insurance

  • Tips and gratuities for guides and lodge staff

  • Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, and souvenirs

  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary (e.g., community visits, extra treks)

  • Meals not specified in the itinerary

  • Covid-19 testing and related expenses

  • Airport transfer from Entebbe if flight is on a different day (available at extra cost)

     

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