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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival & Scenic Drive to Volcanoes National Park
Arrival & Scenic Drive to Volcanoes National Park
Upon your arrival at Kigali Airport, your guide will welcome you and begin your guided tour of Kigali's vibrant, rapidly developing neighborhoods that are reshaping the city’s skyline. You’ll have the opportunity to visit the Presidential Museum, formerly the residence of two of Rwanda's past presidents, where you’ll gain insight into the nation’s political history. We’ll then drive through Kigali’s older commercial and residential districts, making a significant stop at the Kigali Genocide Memorial Site, which commemorates the 1994 Rwandan Genocide.
After a break for lunch, we’ll continue to Musanze. Time permitting, we’ll visit the scenic twin lakes, Burera and Ruhondo, whose deep blue waters, steep hills, and cascading waterfalls are framed by the stunning Virunga Volcanoes, creating an unforgettable landscape.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Golden Monkey Trekking Adventure and Scenic Journey to Bwindi
Golden Monkey Trekking Adventure and Scenic Journey to Bwindi
Start your day with an early breakfast before transferring to the park headquarters in Kinigi by 7:00 am. Here, you’ll join fellow golden monkey trekkers and meet the ranger guide for a brief orientation about the activity and the park. At 8:00 am, you’ll transfer to the trailhead, just outside the park, and take in the beautiful mountain scenery as you begin your trek.
Golden monkeys inhabit the bamboo forests at the park’s edge, making for an accessible and enjoyable trek. As you encounter these lively primates, you’ll follow them as they feed, observing how they adeptly pick young bamboo leaves from the tops of the stalks. Occasionally, they venture beyond the park boundaries into nearby potato fields, where their fondness for the crop is unmistakable!
After an unforgettable hour with the golden monkeys, you’ll return to the trailhead and head back to the lodge for lunch. Following lunch, we’ll proceed to the border, clear customs, and continue our journey to Bwindi.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
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Gorilla Mist Camp
Wildlife in Bwindi NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Gorilla Tracking Expedition and Batwa Cultural Experience
Gorilla Tracking Expedition and Batwa Cultural Experience
Begin your day with an early breakfast before heading to the park reanger station for a briefing on the dos and don’ts of gorilla tracking. From there, you’ll embark on the gorilla trail, where tracking can range from 2 to 8 hours, sometimes even a full day, before you encounter the gorillas. Once you find them, you’ll spend an unforgettable hour observing these magnificent apes up close. Since the duration is unpredictable, a packed lunch will be provided for you to bring along on your adventure.
After this exhilarating experience, return to the lodge for Warm snacking and some relaxation before heading out later for the Batwa cultural tour to immerse yourself in the traditions and daily life of the local community.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Gorilla Mist Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Explore Ishasha's Tree-Climbing Lions and Kazinga Channel Wildlife Cruise
Explore Ishasha's Tree-Climbing Lions and Kazinga Channel Wildlife Cruise
Ishasha Sector for Tree-Climbing Lions
On the way from Bwindi, we’ll pass through the renowned Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, celebrated for its unique tree-climbing lions. Though sightings aren’t guaranteed, a stop in Ishasha promises an unforgettable experience. After the game drive, we’ll continue to the Mweya Peninsula for an afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel.
Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
If time allows, embark on a Kazinga Channel boat cruise for exceptional wildlife viewing. Keep an eye out for crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and an array of bird species along the water’s edge. Following the boat cruise, we’ll head to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge (Banda)
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Morning Kasenyi Plains Safari and Chimpanzee Tracking Adventure
Morning Kasenyi Plains Safari and Chimpanzee Tracking Adventure
Kasenyi Plains Game Drive
Start your day with an early breakfast at the lodge, then journey to the renowned Kasenyi Plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Located within the vast savannahs of the Albertine Rift, the Kasenyi Plains offer the perfect setting to spot diverse wildlife. Expect to see lions, buffalo herds, elephants, Uganda kobs, topis, and bushbucks, with the chance of sighting leopards to complete the “Big Four.”
Kalinzu Forest Chimpanzee Tracking
Following the Kasenyi game drive, we’ll head to Kalinzu Forest for a thrilling chimpanzee tracking experience before continuing to Lake Bunyonyi for activities and relaxation.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Bunyonyi Boat Tour and Kigali City
Lake Bunyonyi Boat Tour and Kigali City
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic boat ride on Lake Bunyonyi, exploring its beautiful islands. We will then drive to the Katuna border to cross into Rwanda. Upon arrival in Kigali, we’ll visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial Centre, marking the end of your tour.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali (Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
