Enhance your understanding of the natural world and the unique culture of East Africa on this organized and educational safari through Uganda and Rwanda. Discover the diverse array of wildlife living in the wild game parks of Uganda, including big cats such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as well as the other members of the big five, endangered species, and a variety of other animals. Your visit to Uganda and Rwanda provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity to physically experience the majestic mountain gorillas and chimpanzees in their natural habitats.
Additionally, the tour will take you to the country side where you’ll have the opportunity to interact with local communities.
This trip is a perfect blend of learning and adventure that is guaranteed to leave you with a deeper appreciation for the natural and cultural wonders of East Africa.
DAY 1: ARRIVAL AND TRANSFER TO THE HOTEL/LODGE FOR OVERNIGHT STAY
Upon your arrival at Entebbe airport, you will be warmly received by the company staff member who will then transfer you to the lodge/hotel in Entebbe town for your overnight stay.
You will rest and recharge to embark on this thrilling while fresh and energized.
Accommodation at Airport Link Guest House
DAY 2: TRAVEL TO MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK WITH RHINO TRACKING AT ZIWARHINO SANCTUARY AND VISITING THE TOP OF THE FALLS
Early morning, you will embark on the road drive to Ziwa Rhino sanctuary to experience life with the white rhinos. We will be looking out for moments as Rhinos charge and use their prized horns to dig the ground and as well break tree branches.
After tracking the rhinos, you will proceed with the drive to Murchison Falls National Park.
Before crossing to the northern sector of the park, you will visit the top of the falls. While at the top, you will feel your breath taken away as you experience the force, the sound and the speed of the Nile River as it is pushed through a small gap between the rocks to create Murchison Falls.
After visiting the top of the falls, you will proceed with the drive to the lodge, while viewing wild animals that you may encounter on your way.
Accommodation at Fort Murchison
DAY 3: EXPLORATION OF MURCHISON FALLS NATIONAL PARK WITH AN EARLY MORNING GAME DRIVE AND ANAFTERNOON BOAT RIDE TO THE BASE OF THE FALLS
You begin your exploration of the park with a game drive in the northern circuit of the park.
There you will encounter beautiful rolling plains. While in these plains you may encounter and spot Lions, Giraffes, Buffalos, and Elephants, Antelopes, Spotted Hyenas, Leopards and Wild cats, as well as many of the other mammals of the park.
In the afternoon, you will go for a boat trip to the bottom of Murchison Falls where you will view the Nile as it thunders through a small 7-meter gap down to the delta and falling 43 meters high to create the falls. This experience is breath taking and the mighty thunder of the falls should not be missed.
Accommodation at Fort Murchison
DAY 4: TRAVEL TO KIBALE FOREST NATIONAL PARK
Early morning, you will embark on a long road drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. This journey is relatively long and it is likely to take you about 7-8 hours of drive time.
Though long and may appear strenuous, you will however get an authentic feel of the African country side and specifically Uganda’s country side. You will encounter wildlife as you cross the
Bugungu Wildlife Reserve, you will have occasional stop overs to taste Uganda’s fresh fruits and be amazed by natural features along the route such as the Rift valley escarpments and the lakes. Going through the entire village set up will also be a learning moment.
On arrival, you will instantly start enjoying the natural breeze and beauty of the place and its environs. You will be able to see Blue monkeys and Black and White Colobus monkeys which occasionally frequent the surrounding areas to your lodge.
The various sounds in the forest and nearby thickets from the birds’ calls and animals will make you feel immersed or lost in nature.
Accommodation at Kibale Forest Camp
DAY 5: CHIMPANZEE TRACKING IN KIBALE FOREST NATIONAL PARK AND TRANSFER TO QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK
On this day, you will encounter with man’s closest cousins; the chimpanzees of Kibale Forest.
Chimpanzees are the closest relatives to humans sharing about 98.7% of their DNA composition with humans. They are sociable, intelligent as well as communicative and among their very interesting traits are their abilities to utilize tools like rocks for crushing nuts, empty pods for hollowing out water plus sticks for capturing termites from their holes.
Your time in the forest will also provide you with the opportunity to see a variety of other primates (including the Colobus Monkeys and the Mangabey) and other animals, you will see birds (some rare, threatened and endemic) and a variety of butterflies, flowers and other insects.
After chimpanzee tracking, you will embark on 2 hours’ drive to travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The landscape and natural vegetation between Kibale Forest and Queen Elizabeth is amazing! Through your safari vehicles’ windows, you will enjoy the spectacular views of the splendid Rwenzori Ranges. The drive from Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National park describes the distinct natural scenery of East Africa. The weather, the vegetation and the landscape is unique to East Africa!
Accommodation at The Bush Lodge
DAY 6: EXPLORATION OF QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK WITH A MORNING GAME DRIVE/LION TRACKING AND AFTERNOON BOAT RIDE ON KAZINGA CHANNEL
Early morning, you will conduct a game drive in the Kasenyi plains where you will see various animals such as elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes.
Lions are elusive cats and chances of sighting them during the normal game drives are limited.
To enhance the chances of sighting them, you will track lions during the game drive in Kasenyi plains.
In the afternoon, you will go for a 2 hours boat ride on Kazinga channel where you will see several water adapted animals and birds such as hippos, crocodiles, kingfishers, eagles and monitor lizards. After the boat ride, you will return to your lodge for relaxation and overnight stay.
Accommodation at The Bush Lodge
DAY 7: TRAVEL TO KISORO-SOUTH WESTERN UGANDA
After a relaxed breakfast, you will travel to Kisoro town for the main highlight of this safari, and this is gorilla tracking in Bwindi forest. Bwindi is home to almost half of the remaining mountain gorillas in the world.
On arrival at the lodge, you will check in and relax in preparation for the next day’s activities.
Accommodation at Mutanda Lake Resort
DAY 8: GORILLA TREKKING IN BWINDI IMPENETRABLE FOREST
Early morning, you will go gorilla trekking. It is such a wonderful and exciting activity, though it is a challenging trek since it involves hiking through steep ascents and tangled trails.
Once gorillas are identified, the ecstasy and frenzy cannot be explained in words. You will only explain this when you get to encounter with these gentle giants! For conservation purposes, you will be allowed a maximum time of one hour in the vicinity of the gorillas and then after walk out of the dense forest. Your time with the gorillas will certainly create a long lasting memories about your visit to Uganda.
Accommodation at Mutanda Lake Resort
DAY 9: TRAVEL TO KIGALI FOR A CITY TOUR
On this day, we set into the second part of our safari as we travel to the Republic of Rwanda.
While on the way, you will enjoy scenic views of the rolling hills that characterize this region.
Upon arrival in Kigali city, you will embark on discovering this city by taking a city tour.
Particular places expected to be visited will include the Genocide Memorial, the city’s Caplaki
Crafts Village and the local markets. Visiting the genocide memorial will give you an insight
about the negative consequences related to Africa’s civil wars.
After this adventurous exercise, you will be transferred to your hotel for overnight stay.
Accommodation at Five To Five
DAY 10: TRANSFER TO KIGALI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT
After having spent a peaceful and comfortable night in Kigali city, you will be transferred to Kigali International Airport to enable you catch up with your flight back home or to your next destination.
This tour price includes;
- Accommodation for 10 nights at hotels/eco lodges indicated in the itinerary or at similar facilities (the actual facility will depend on availability at the time of booking).
- Rhino tracking permit.
- Gorilla tracking permit.
- Chimpanzee tracking permit.
- Ground transport aboard a 4×4 Toyota Hiace Safari Van.
- Boat rides as indicated in the itinerary.
- Park entrance fees.
- Services of an English-speaking guide and driver.
- All meals during the safari period.
- Lion tracking in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Game drives as mentioned in the itinerary.
- Kigali City tour.
- Bottled water in the safari van.
- Nature and community walk as mentioned in the itinerary
The tour price excludes;
- International airfare to/from Entebbe International Airport.
- Visa costs and charges.
- Travel Insurance.
- Beverages.
- Optional activities.
- Meals not included in the itinerary.
- Tips and gratuities.
- All Items of personal nature.
- Charges by porters during gorilla trekking if required.
- Accommodation before the tour starts.
| 01 PAX | 02 PAX | 03 PAX | 04 PAX | 05 PAX | 06 PAX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| USD 5550 | USD 4270 | USD 3985 | USD 3702 | USD 3600 | USD 3520 |
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