$2,310 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Pick Up from Kigali, City Tour and Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park
Pick Up from Kigali, City Tour and Transfer to Bwindi Forest National Park
Your exciting adventure begins in the morning with a warm meet-and-greet by our safari tour guide at a hotel or Kigali International Airport in Kigali, Rwanda. After introductions and a short briefing, you will embark on a guided Kigali city tour, with a key highlight being a visit to the Gisozi Genocide Memorial Centre. This emotional but insightful experience offers deep reflections into Rwanda’s past and resilience. You’ll then depart the city, heading north towards the Uganda border at Cyanika or Gatuna, where immigration formalities will be handled. Once in Uganda, enjoy scenic views of terraced hills, rolling landscapes, and rural communities as you make your way to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Arrive at your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Mulehe Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Visit to Batwa Pygmies Community
Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Visit to Batwa Pygmies Community
Upon rising, enjoy an early breakfast and head to the Bwindi Forest park headquarters for a pre-trek briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority guides and park rangers. Armed with trekking gear, water, and a packed lunch, begin the once-in-a-lifetime experience of gorilla trekking—a thrilling journey through the dense jungle in search of one of the habituated mountain gorilla families. The trek can range from 2 to 6 hours depending on the group's location. Once found, spend a magical hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat, an awe-inspiring encounter that is both humbling and unforgettable. Take as many photographs and mini videos as you can. After your trek, return to the lodge for lunch and rest. Later in the afternoon, enjoy a cultural walk to visit the Batwa Pygmies—the forest’s original inhabitants. Learn about their unique traditions, music, and survival skills passed through generations. Return to the lodge for dinner and a well-deserved night rest.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Mulehe Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Afternoon Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Afternoon Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Following your breakfast, you will depart from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park and begin your journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, passing through the scenic Ishasha sector, known for its famous tree-climbing lions. If you are lucky, you may see these and later continue with your drive.
You will arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, embark on a relaxing boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. This two-hour experience will reward you with various wildlife species, offering close-up views of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffalo, and a plethora of bird species. After this amazing boat ride, you will return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Enganzi Game Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park + Visit Crater Lakes Region
Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park + Visit Crater Lakes Region
Today, you will start the day early with a sunrise game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. This is the best time to spot big cats like lions and leopards, as well as elephants, hyenas, antelopes, and warthogs.
After breakfast back at the lodge, check out and drive northwards to Kibale Forest National Park, famed for its primate diversity. Arrive in the afternoon and check into your lodge. Later, visit the Top of the World for Crater Lakes Regin Viewing. and beautiful scenery. Enjoy a guided hike to Top of the World before retiring to the lodge for dinner and night rest.
It's between 2 - 3 hours' drive from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Kibale Forest National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Bweza Kibale Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Kibale Forest Chimpanzee Tracking & Transfer to Entebbe for Departure
Kibale Forest Chimpanzee Tracking & Transfer to Entebbe for Departure
Upon waking up, have an early breakfast and report to the Kibale Forest Park headquarters for a briefing on Do's and Don'ts before setting off into the forest for an exciting chimpanzee tracking expedition.
Track and observe one of mankind’s closest relatives as they play, feed, and communicate in their natural environment. In addition to chimpanzees, keep an eye out for other primates like red colobus and l’hoest’s monkeys among others.
After tracking, return to the lodge for a quick lunch before setting off for your scenic drive to Entebbe. Depending on your flight time, enjoy some brief stops for photos or souvenirs. Arrive at Entebbe International Airport in the evening for your departure - bringing your incredible Uganda safari to an end.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
