7 days / 6 nights
Gorilla trek
Starts in Kigali

7-Days Rwanda and Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

Kigali , then Bwindi , then Lake Bunyonyi , then Queen Elizabeth , then Kibale , then Kampala

Duration: 7 days, 6 nights
Starts: Kigali
Ends: Kampala
Countries: Rwanda, Uganda
Parks and reserves: 3
Travel: On foot
Vehicle: 4x4, pop-up roof
Group: Max 6 guests

Where you go

6 stops on this route

Overview

Embark on a 7-Day Rwanda and Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari from Kigali: Experience the ultimate East African adventure on this 7-day journey, beginning in Kigali, Rwanda.Trek to encounter magnificent mountain gorillas in Uganda\'s renowned Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.Enjoy the scenic beauty and a relaxing canoe ride on Lake Bunyonyi.Explore the diverse wildlife of Queen Elizabeth National park in Uganda.Track chimpanzees in the primate haven of Kibale Forest National park.Your adventure concludes with a return to either Kigali or Kampala,leaving you with unforgettable memories of gorilla and chimpanzees encounters and stunning landscapes.This 7 Days Rwanda-Uganda Gorilla and chimpanzee tracking tour is an excellent package rewarding you with a memorable gorilla trekking experience and cultural tour in Bwindi, canoe ride at Lake Bunyonyi, game drive in Queen Elizabeth National park and Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National park.

Included on this safari

Pop-up roof
Six passengers
Driver guide
Park fees
Accommodation
Meals
Bottled water
Unlimited mileage
Binoculars
Hotel pickup
Price guarantee

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Kigali

Starting point 6 stops

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Day 01 / 07

Transfer to Bwindi National Park

Your tour guide will pick you from the airport on arrival or Hotel in Kigali and take you for a city tour. Visit the genocide memorial, Nyamata church, local markets among others. You will then drive northwards across the border to Bwindi National park in Uganda. You will enjoy a spectacular scenic view en route of the Virunga Mountains. Dinner and overnight stay at Gorilla Safari Lodge (Luxury)/ Bwindi Jungle Lodge(Deluxe).

Overnight

Lodge confirmed when you book

Day 02 / 07

Gorilla Tracking Adventure and cultural walk

Take your early breakfast and head to the park headquarters for briefing before entering the tropical forest. You will spend a maximum of one-hour taking observations; photographs and watching them feed or play around. In the evening, you may go for a community walk to the neighbouring village. Dinner and overnight stay at day 1

Overnight

Lodge confirmed when you book

Day 03 / 07

Transfer to L. Bunyonyi and canoe ride

In the morning, you will be transferred to L. Bunyonyi, a perfect place for relaxation. The distance from Bwindi to lake Bumyonyi is roughly 2 hours from Ruhija and 4 hours from Buhoma depending on where you are connecting from. You will then take a canoe along the lake to explore some of the fascinating islands on this lake as well as enjoying beautiful sounds of birds. Overnight at Bunyonyi Eco resort hotel

Overnight

Lodge confirmed when you book

Day 04 / 07

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Set off in the morning to Q.E.N.P, enter the park while game viewing. You will go through the Ishasha sector of the park for a chance to see the tree climbing lions. Proceed to kazinga channel for an afternoon boat cruise. In the evening, go for game drives. Dinner and overnight at Mweya safari lodge / Katara lodge(luxury) /Park View Lodge(deluxe)/ Enganzi lodge (budget/deluxe).

Overnight

Lodge confirmed when you book

Day 05 / 07

Game drive and transfer to Kibale Forest NP

In the morning, you will go for more game drives to catch up with early risers before returning to their hiding places. You will encounter game as lions, hyenas, bushbucks, elephants among others. Return to the lodge for a late breakfast, and drive to Kibale Forest NP. Dinner and overnight at Crater Safari Lodge(Luxury)/Primates Lodge (deluxe)/Chimpanzee guest House(budget).

Overnight

Lodge confirmed when you book

Day 06 / 07

Chimpanzee tracking and nature walk

Have an early breakfast and drive to the park headquarters, for briefing and later embark on chimpanzee tracking. The trek will expose you to other primates like Colobus Monkeys Giant forest hog, Vervet, red-tailed monkeys, the Grey Cheeked Mangabeys, Olive Baboons, and over 350 bird species. In the afternoon, go for a nature walk to Bigodi wetland sanctuary. Overnight at Day 5

Overnight

Lodge confirmed when you book

Day 07 / 07

Transfer back to Kigali/Kampala and departure

In the morning after a relaxed breakfast, transfer to Entebbe airport passing through Kampala and departure. {loadposition myposition}

End of safari

Drop-off at your hotel in Kampala

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Under 3 free. Ages 3 to 11 pay 75%. Ages 12 to 17 pay 90%.

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Wildlife is present year-round. Season changes the landscape, demand and price more than it changes the adventure.

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Jul to Oct Wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara
Apr to May Long rains: green parks, quiet roads

Best value: April to June brings greener parks, fewer vehicles and lower seasonal rates.

Included

Guarantee Price, Guarantee Departure
All pickups from your hotel and back after safari
Accommodation as indicated (2 people sharing a double room with 1 or 2 separate beds. Please let us know your preference at the time of booking)
Activities and meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
All park fees and government taxes
Services of professional English-speaking driver-guide
Bottled water while on safari
Unlimited mileage on the safari
Maximum of 6 passengers in the safari vehicles
Safari Transport and game drives in a safari minibus fitted with a pop-up roof tops and guarantee of a window seat for game viewing and photography.
All safari Minibus carries safari accessories such as wildlife books, cooler box, binoculars, a first aid kit, fire extinguisher and it has a guaranteed window seats. Option for a jeep available at a small fee.

Not included

International air fare
Items of a personal nature such as passport, visa and traveler’s insurance
Tips to driver-guide

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7-Days Rwanda and Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari

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