6-Day Primates and Wildlife Mid Range Safari via Kigali

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

Transfer to Musanze with a tour of Dian Fossey Campus

Begin your journey with a scenic drive to Musanze, Rwanda’s mountain gorilla capital. Upon arrival, visit the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund Campus to learn about her groundbreaking conservation work, research on mountain gorillas, and ongoing efforts to protect their habitat. Enjoy interactive exhibits and insights into primate science before settling in for the night 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

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

ElephantRare

BuffaloRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodgejust outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Trek Golden Monkeys and transfer to Bwindi

Start the day with an exciting golden monkey trek in Volcanoes National Park. These playful and endangered primates are a joy to watch as they leap through the bamboo forests. After the trek, enjoy scenic views as you cross the border into Uganda, heading to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park—home to the majestic mountain gorillas. Arrive at your lodge nestled in the forest, ready for the next day’s adventure.

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

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Bweza Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodgejust outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Trek Gorillas and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Today is the highlight of your journey—gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Hike through dense rainforest to encounter a family of mountain gorillas in their natural habitat—an unforgettable, humbling experience. After the trek, embark on a scenic drive to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa’s most beautiful lakes, dotted with islands. Unwind at your lakeside lodge and soak in the serene surroundings.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

Accommodation:

BirdNest Resort

• Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Queen with an Afternoon Chimp trek at Kalinzu

After a peaceful morning by Lake Bunyonyi, journey north to Queen Elizabeth National Park. En route, enjoy views of rolling hills and local villages. In the afternoon, head to Kalinzu Forest Reserve for a thrilling chimpanzee trekking experience. Walk through lush forest trails as you search for these intelligent primates and observe them in their natural environment. Later, continue to your lodge inside or near the park for an overnight stay.

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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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Acacia Wilderness Mweya

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game drive and Boat ride on Kazinga Channel

Start the day with a sunrise game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you may spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, and more against a backdrop of savannah and crater lakes. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a haven for hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. Watch wildlife gather at the water’s edge for an unforgettable experience. Return to your lodge for a restful evening.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Acacia Wilderness Mweya

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Kigali

After breakfast, begin your journey back to Kigali, Rwanda, passing through scenic countryside and bustling towns along the way. Enjoy the changing landscapes as you reflect on your incredible adventure through Uganda and Rwanda. Depending on arrival time, you may opt for a short city tour or visit a local craft market before being dropped off at your hotel or the airport. End of tour.

Main Destination:

Kigali (Rwanda)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.