Terenga Safaris

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Arrival & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

You will be welcomed by your driver or guide and transferred to Ruhengeri the base town of Volcanoes National Park. This is a 2 hours drive journey thru the scenic hills of Rwanda. You will have numerous stop overs for taking pictures or for using a restroom.

You can Opt to Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial before leaving Kigali City.

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

Accommodation:
Tiloreza Volcanoes Ecolodge
  • Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Golden Monkey Tracking in Rwanda & Transfer to Uganda

Golden Monkey Tracking in Rwanda & Transfer to Uganda

Start your day with an early breakfast before transferring to the park headquarters for a briefing. Then, embark on the Golden Monkey tracking adventure along the bamboo slopes of Volcanoes National Park. The trek typically lasts between 2 to 6 hours. After the trek, enjoy lunch and drive to Uganda via the Cyanika border, continuing on to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you’ll arrive in the late afternoon.

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

Accommodation:
Bweza Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for an important briefing and the assignment of your gorilla family before beginning the trek. Journey through steep, densely forested hills as you enter the forest. Encountering the gorillas hidden among the vegetation is a truly inspiring and unforgettable experience. Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest demands stamina and can often take most of the day.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Bweza Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Upon arrival, embark on a game drive in the Ishasha sector to see the famous tree-climbing lions. Afterwards, head to the lodge to relax and unwind. Wildlife you can expect to spot includes lions, elephants, antelopes, and a variety of bird species.

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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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Elephant Hab Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps, Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Morning Game Drive & A Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel

Morning Game Drive & A Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel

Enjoy breakfast and then proceed for the morning game drive within the park. You'll get a chance to view many animal species that you would have missed on the previous game drives. Return to the lodge and enjoy lunch as you prepare for a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel. Later, return to the lodge and rest for the evening.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
Accommodation:
Elephant Hab Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps, Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Transfer to Kibale N/P & Afternoon Chimpanzee Tracking

Transfer to Kibale N/P & Afternoon Chimpanzee Tracking

Start your day with breakfast before setting off for Kibale Forest National Park, renowned for having the highest concentration of primates in Uganda. In the afternoon, embark on a chimpanzee trekking adventure in the world’s Primate Capital. The trek typically lasts between 3 to 5 hours.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LionVery Rare
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Turaco Treetops Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Transfer To Entebbe International Airport or Kigali

Transfer To Entebbe International Airport or Kigali

You can opt for morning activities such as the Bigodi Swamp Walk and the Bigodi Cultural Tour, you can also otp to transfer back to Kigali or proceed to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight. Optional Domestic Flights for 1 hour can be arranged at extra Costs, Just let us know what you prefer.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City, Uganda)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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  • This tour is offered by Terenga Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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