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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Kigali, city tours plus a transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Arrival in Kigali, city tours plus a transfer to Volcanoes National Park
On arrival at Kigali International Airport (we recommend a morning arrival) our Dedicated team of Hermosa Life Tours and Travel will be at the Kigali International airport for the meet and greet assistance, clear with customs. Get on a short city tour with the visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial center. Lunch in the city restaurant before you hit the road to Volcanoes National Park. Volcanoes National Park is found in the northwestern Rwanda and borders Virunga National Park in the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda. Volcanoes National Park is home for gorillas, golden monkeys and several hikes in Rwanda. The drive is scenic and rewards you with the great hills of the country. You will arrive at the booked accommodation with check in and relaxation. Evening at leisure.
- Main Destination:
- Musanze (City, Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
-
Hotel Muhabura
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Volcanoes NP +Mount Bisoke Hike + relax
Volcanoes NP +Mount Bisoke Hike + relax
Early morning breakfast and if you are a fan of hiking and beautiful scenery, Mount Bisoke is just what you have been looking for. After breakfast, collect your packed lunch boxes and proceed to the starting point (Kinigi park offices). You will receive a brief and head out with the assigned ranger-guides to hike Mount Bisoke (3,711 meters above sea level). Ascend for 4-5 hours and the descent time is about 3 hours. At the summit, you will be rewarded with the sight of a beautiful crater lake. Return to the accommodation and get some rest. Refresh as you recover from the adventure. (Optional: Cultural visit to the Gorilla Guardians Village the former Iby’iwacu Village). Have your dinner and rest.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Hotel Muhabura
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park plus a transfer to Bwindi NP– Uganda
Golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park plus a transfer to Bwindi NP– Uganda
Wake up to your breakfast at the hotel. The golden monkeys' trekking takes place in Volcanoes National Park at 07h00 every day, the same time as the gorilla trekking. These rare monkey species are also listed as endangered. Volcanoes National Park has habituated groups that are available for trekking by visitors. The exercise starts with a short briefing from the park ranger at the RDB office. Thereafter, you will proceed to the starting point to go trek the golden monkeys through the rainforest of the Volcanoes Park. Return to the hotel for a quick lunch, check out and say your goodbyes before proceeding to Cyanika border post. From Cyanika, you will cross to meet our Uganda-based professional tour driver-guide who will take over to guide you the remaining bit of the tour. You will drive to your lodge, arrival with check in and relaxation. Evening at leisure as you wait for the next day. Dinner and rest.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
-
Gorilla Valley Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Go Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest - relax
Go Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest - relax
After breakfast, continue to the park offices where you will receive a briefing from a ranger guide on the dos and don’ts during gorilla trekking. Thereafter, you will enter the gorilla sanctuary for your adventure and encounter. Gorilla trekking is challenging but nothing beats the experience of finally observing a gorilla group. Always follow instructions from the guides, stay calm and avoid sudden movements as you take your photos. Once the one hour with the gorillas is done, you will head back to the starting point where you will find our driver waiting for you. The driver will take you back to the lodge for lunch and rest. The rest of the evening at leisure. Dinner served.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Gorilla Valley Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Ishasha sector
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Ishasha sector
Wake up early for breakfast before you embark on a transfer to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famously known for its tree-climbing lion population. Once there, undertake a game drive in search of these rare species of lions. Should you get the chance to spot the lions up in the tree, the sight is picturesque and unforgettable. From Ishasha (south), exit and head to the booked accommodation in the north sector. Check in with relaxation using lodge/hotel amenities. Dinner and rest.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Morning Game drives and afternoon boat trip/safari - Kazinga Channel
Morning Game drives and afternoon boat trip/safari - Kazinga Channel
Be up early for your breakfast. Proceed for a morning game drives/safari in the Kasenyi plains and be on the lookout for Cape buffalos, herds of elephants, as well as lions and leopards (though hard to spot), among others. Return to the accommodation for some rest time and lunch. After lunch in the afternoon, you will go for a 2-hours boat trip on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lakes George and Edward. During the trip, the sight of wildlife, including giant hippos, elephants, antelopes and crocodiles among others, will mesmerize you. You will also see many varieties of birds on the water shores. You may later do an evening optional game drive, then back to the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Chimpanzee trekking in Kalinzu Forest Reserve +Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Chimpanzee trekking in Kalinzu Forest Reserve +Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Wake up early to your breakfast and drive out to the nearby Kalinzu Forest Reserve. The forest is home to habituated chimpanzees plus other primates including baboons, monkeys and also various bird species. Today, you will spend the early part of the day trekking chimpanzees. This thrilling adventure will reward you with the playful primates jumping from one tree to another, hence, great photography. Thereafter, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park via Mbarara city with lunch stop over. Once in Mburo national park, you can choose to check in and just relax, or check in and go for an evening game drive.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Eagle's Nest Camp
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Lake Mburo NP nature walk safari – Transfer to Entebbe Airport – Departure
Lake Mburo NP nature walk safari – Transfer to Entebbe Airport – Departure
Wake up early to enjoy your early breakfast and proceed for the Lake Mburo National Park morning bushwalk in the presence of an armed Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger-guides. On this early morning guided walk, you will have the opportunity to encounter at close range zebras, giraffes, elands, topi and other antelopes, Cape buffalo among others. Take the trail to the top of the hills to see Lake Mburo and beyond. Thereafter, return to the lodge, checkout and then hit the road to Entebbe, with en -route stopover at Kayabwe to see the equator and lunch. Continue to drive to Entebbe international airport.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe, Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
