7-day tailor-made holiday in Rwanda and Uganda
7-day tailor-made holiday in Rwanda and Uganda
- Uganda & Rwanda
At Only $3552 per Adult
Duration
7 Days
TourType
Daily Tour
Beginning From
1 person
Languages
English
- Overview
This exciting itinerary combines the best of Rwanda and Uganda’s wildlife and cultural experiences, from golden monkey and gorilla trekking to game drives, boat rides, and chimpanzee tracking. Over seven days, you’ll explore Volcanoes National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Lake Mburo, encountering the unique wildlife and landscapes of both countries
- Included & Excluded
- Fees for the English professional safari driver guide
- 4×4 safari van/ 4×4 Safari land cruiser with functional A/C
- Park entry fees/ Gorilla and Chimpanzee trekking permit fees
- Fees for suggested enroute lunches where applicable.
- Full board accommodation at mentioned properties
- Boat cruise fees where applicable
- International and domestic flight fees
- Porters for the trail and habituations
- Visa fees
- Laundry services
- Items of personal nature
- Gratuities and tips
- List Item
- Itinerary
7 Days 6 Night
- Arrival: Land at Kigali International Airport, where your guide will meet and assist you.
- Transfer to Accommodation: After a brief orientation, you’ll embark on a 2-hour scenic drive to your lodge near Volcanoes National Park, offering breathtaking views of Rwanda’s lush, rolling hills.
- Optional Afternoon Activity: If time permits, you can visit the nearby twin lakes (Lake Burera and Lake Ruhondo) or explore the local villages.
- Dinner and Overnight: Settle in at your lodge, relax, and enjoy a warm welcome dinner in the serene environment.
Accommodation: Lodge near Volcanoes National Park
Meals: Dinner
- Morning Activity: After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on an exciting trek to track the playful and endangered golden monkeys in Volcanoes National Park. The trek lasts about 2-4 hours, during which you will observe their behavior and capture stunning photographs.
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch before your departure to Uganda.
- Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Rushaga/Ruhija Sector): After your golden monkey trek, you will cross the border into Uganda and transfer to your lodge in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
- Evening: Relax at the lodge, preparing for the thrilling gorilla trekking experience the next day.
Accommodation: Lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Rushaga/Ruhija Sector)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Early Morning Start: After breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking.
- Gorilla Trekking: Accompanied by experienced guides, venture into the dense forest of Bwindi to track one of the park’s habituated mountain gorilla families. The trek may last between 3-6 hours depending on the gorilla's movements, but the reward of witnessing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat is unforgettable.
- Lunch: After the trek, enjoy a packed lunch in the park or back at your lodge.
- Afternoon: Rest at your lodge or take a walk around the community to learn about local culture and conservation efforts.
Accommodation: Lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Morning Drive: After breakfast, drive through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Keep your eyes peeled for these unique lions lounging in the fig trees as well as other wildlife like elephants, buffaloes, and antelope.
- Lunch: Enjoy a picnic lunch or lunch at a lodge en route.
- Transfer to Northern Queen Elizabeth National Park: Continue your drive northwards through the park, arriving at your lodge near the Mweya Peninsula.
- Evening: Relax at your lodge and enjoy the sunset over the Kazinga Channel.
Accommodation: Lodge in Northern Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Morning Game Drive: Start your day with an early morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains, where you may encounter lions, elephants, buffaloes, hyenas, and various species of antelope.
- Lunch: Return to the lodge for lunch.
- Afternoon Boat Ride: In the afternoon, embark on a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, which is home to one of the largest concentrations of hippos in the world. You’ll also see Nile crocodiles, various bird species, and other wildlife along the shores.
- Evening: Return to the lodge for dinner and a peaceful night.
Accommodation: Lodge in Northern Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Morning Activity: After an early breakfast, drive to Kalinzu Forest Reserve for an exciting chimpanzee tracking experience. Accompanied by park rangers, you’ll follow the calls of the chimps through the forest, observing their behavior and enjoying the lush forest scenery.
- Lunch: Enjoy lunch before your transfer to Lake Mburo National Park.
- Transfer to Lake Mburo: After chimp tracking, embark on a scenic drive to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest savannah park, known for its rich wildlife and picturesque landscapes.
- Evening: Arrive at your lodge in the park, where you can relax and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere of the savannah.
Accommodation: Lodge in Lake Mburo National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Morning Walking Safari: Start your day with a guided walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park. This unique experience allows you to get up close to zebras, giraffes, impalas, and other wildlife while enjoying the beautiful savannah landscape.
- Lunch: Return to the lodge for lunch before your final journey.
- Transfer to Entebbe: After lunch, drive to Entebbe, stopping briefly along the way to stretch or shop for souvenirs.
- Departure: Arrive at Entebbe International Airport in time for your evening flight home, concluding your unforgettable holiday in Rwanda and Uganda.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
- Tours Location
- Uganda & Rwanda
- Tours Location
- Uganda & Rwanda
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