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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Transfer to Musanze and Diana Fossey tour

Transfer to Musanze and Diana Fossey tour

Your adventure begins with a warm welcome in Kigali. After pick-up, enjoy a scenic drive north to Musanze, nestled at the foothills of the Virunga Mountains. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and freshen up. In the afternoon, visit the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund Campus for an insightful experience into gorilla conservation and the legacy of Dian Fossey. Overnight in Musanze.

Main Destination:
Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August (It is drier and hiking is easier)
High Season June to September (Permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Volcanoes NP

Accommodation:
Sambora Kinigi Lodge
  • Luxury lodgejust outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 2

Golden Monkey Trek and transfer to Bwindi

Golden Monkey Trek and transfer to Bwindi

After an early breakfast, head into the forest for an exciting golden monkey trek in Volcanoes National Park. These rare and playful primates are unique to the Virunga region and are a delight to watch. After the trek, check out and enjoy a scenic cross-border drive into Uganda. Arrive at your lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and settle in for the night.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Accommodation:
Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
  • Luxury lodgejust outside Nkuringo (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Trek Gorillas and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Trek Gorillas and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Today is the highlight of your journey—gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing, then venture into the forest for a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with a mountain gorilla family. After the trek, enjoy lunch and begin your transfer to the serene Lake Bunyonyi. Arrive in time to unwind with a peaceful sundowner by the lake. Overnight at a lakeside lodge.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
Accommodation:
BirdNest Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth

After a relaxed breakfast by the lakeside, depart Lake Bunyonyi and begin your scenic journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Drive through the picturesque countryside, passing rolling hills, local villages, and lush tea plantations. Arrive in the afternoon and check in at your lodge within or near the park. Enjoy the evening at leisure as you prepare for the wildlife adventures ahead.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LeopardOccasional
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Mweya Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Game Drive and Boat tour on Kazinga Channel

Game Drive and Boat tour on Kazinga Channel

Start your day with an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, exploring the Kasenyi plains in search of elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, and more. After lunch, head out for a relaxing boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a haven for hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife. This waterway offers one of the best wildlife viewing experiences in Uganda. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
Accommodation:
Mweya Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Chimp trek at Kalinzu and transfer to Kigali

Chimp trek at Kalinzu and transfer to Kigali

Begin the day with an early breakfast before heading to Kalinzu Forest Reserve for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience. Hike through the lush forest in search of these lively primates and enjoy sightings of other wildlife and birds along the way. After the trek begin your journey back to Kigali, Rwanda, arriving in the evening. This marks the end of your unforgettable East African adventure.

Main Destination:
Kigali (Rwanda)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Santaviva , not SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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