7-day Uganda Rwanda Safari

Uganda
Uganda

Duration

7 days 7 hours

Min Age

15

Trip Overview

Explore Uganda and Rwanda on this 7-Day Uganda Rwanda Safari Adventure of a Lifetime. This Discovery Journeys experience explores two leading primate trekking destinations in East Africa.

Start your adventure in Uganda, by visiting the Mabamba wetland in search of the shoebill stork. Mabamba is home to over 200 bird species, and you will spot some of them on your excursion. Drift through the swampy waterways with impressive scenic views of the area.

You will continue to Lake Mburo National Park home to giraffes, leopards, zebras, buffaloes, and Elands. Enjoy a boat cruise along Lake Mburo where you will see hippos and crocodiles. A guided nature walk will bring you up close to the park's wildlife. The Park is among the most diverse Uganda safari destinations.

The highlight of this 7-day Uganda Rwanda Safari awaits in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. There you will hike through the misty forested mountains to meet Mountain gorillas. Mountain gorillas are Great Apes with over 95% DNA similar to humans. Meeting these rare primates in their habitats is an extraordinary lifetime experience.

Visit Lake Bunyonyi for a canoe ride and later cross into Rwanda to Volcanoes National Park. The park is also home to mountain gorillas and several other wildlife species. It is a highlight of Rwanda Safari experiences and Discovery Journeys. While there you will hike through the light bamboo forests to meet golden monkeys. These are endemic to the Virunga mountains and Volcanoes National Park is among the best places to see them.

Your Rwanda safari experience in Volcanoes National Park will be concluded with a cultural experience. End this tour in Kigali, Rwanda's capital city. You will visit the genocide memorial, local markets, and other places of interest. This 7-day Uganda Rwanda Safari is a combination of wildlife, cultural, and scenic adventures. Book it now and let nature captivate your experience!

Itinerary Summary

  • Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to your Hotel
  • Day 2: Transfer to Lake Mburo NP (4-hour drive)
  • Day 3: Game drives and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (4-hour drive)
  • Day 4: Gorilla Trekking & Cultural visit
  • Day 5: Lake Bunyonyi Canoe Ride & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
  • Day 6: Golden Monkey Trekking & Cultural Visit
  • Day 7: Transfer to Kigali & Departure

Full Tour Package

Day 1: Arrival & Transfer to your Hotel

Upon arrival, you will be picked up from Entebbe International Airport and transferred to your Hotel for a rest. If you arrive early, you can go for a Mabamba Birding excursion. Overnight at Via Via GuestHouse, Bed & Breakfast

Day 2: Transfer to Lake Mburo NP (4-hour drive)

You will be picked up from your hotel for a Lake Mburo National Park transfer. Have a stop over at the Equator for photography. Proceed to the park, getting there in time for lunch. In the evening, go for a boat cruise and end the day with game drives and a nature walk. Dinner and Overnight at Rwakobo Rock Lodge

Day 3: Game drives and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (4-hour drive)

Start the day with a game drive in the park where you will see several wildlife species you missed seeing the previous day. Later transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park arriving in the afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Bakiga Lodge; Full board

Day 4: Gorilla Trekking & Cultural visit

On this most anticipated day head to the park for a briefing about the do's and don'ts about the gorilla trek. You will be led to the forest amidst sightings of the different wildlife. Once you get to the gorillas you will be allowed in their presence for an hour taking photos and getting to know more about them. Return and go for a community visit where you will get to know more about the local people's culture. Meals and overnight at Bakiga Lodge; Full Board

Day 5: Lake Bunyonyi Canoe Ride & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Depart Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi for a brief excursion. Enjoy the canoe ride visiting the different islands and later return for a transfer to Volcanoes National Park. Pass via the Twin Lakes of Bulera and Ruhondo for sightseeing. Meals and overnight at Da Vinci Lodge

Day 6: Golden Monkey Trekking & Cultural Visit

After an early breakfast, you will be taken to the park headquarters for a briefing about the Golden Monkey Trek. Proceed to hike and meet them in the light bamboo forest. On return, you will be taken for a cultural experience at the Gorilla Guardian Village. You will also visit the Ellen Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund. Meals and overnight at Da Vinci Lodge

Day 7: Transfer to Kigali & Departure

On this last day, you will be transferred to Kigali getting there in time for a city tour and lunch break. Later be driven to the airport for departure depending on the schedule.

End of Tour.

Included | Excluded

  • Ground transportation costs
  • Park Entrance fees
  • Mabamba Birding
  • Boat cruise
  • Gorilla Permits
  • Canoe Ride
  • Golden Monkey fees
  • Full time English speaking guide and his allowances
  • Bottled drinking water
  • Relevant Government Taxes 
  • 6-nights Accommodation
  • Meals in Entebbe
  • Visa fees
  • International and Domestic Flight fares
  • Tips and personal expenses 
  • Activities not included on the itinerary
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