6-Day Big Five Safari and Gorilla Trekking Rwanda Uganda

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Kigali to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Start your adventure with a morning pickup from your Kigali hotel and visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a meaningful cultural experience. Then embark on a scenic drive through Rwanda’s rolling hills toward Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Arrive in the late afternoon and settle into Bakiga Lodge or a similar lodge. Relax and prepare for the next day’s once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience.

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

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Bakiga Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After an early briefing, trek into Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to observe mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. Spend time with these majestic primates and enjoy the lush forest scenery. After the trek, drive to the stunning Lake Bunyonyi, known for its terraced hills and calm waters. Enjoy a peaceful evening by the lake at Arcadia Cottages or a similar lodge, reflecting on the incredible gorilla encounter.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo National Park

Travel to Lake Mburo National Park, a prime location for spotting several Big Five species, particularly buffalo and leopards. Participate in a walking safari to see zebras, impalas, and giraffes up close, followed by a day/night game drives to increase your chances of spotting leopards. Conclude the day with a night game drive to encounter nocturnal wildlife. Overnight at Rwakobo Rock Lodge or a similar lodge.

Main Destination:

Lake Mburo National Park (Uganda)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

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ElephantNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Rwakobo Rock Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Depart early for Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest conservation area and home to the Big Five including lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos (at nearby areas). Enjoy the scenic drive across rural landscapes, stopping for photos along the way. Arrive at Murchison River Lodge or a similar lodge for dinner and overnight, positioned ideally for the next day’s safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)

Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures)

Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

HippoAbundant

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LeopardOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Murchison River Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Murchison Falls Game Drives and Boat Cruise

Start the day with a morning game drive to track elephants, lions, buffalo, and other Big Five wildlife in open savanna. Then take a boat cruise along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, enjoying hippos, crocodiles, and water birds. Finally, visit the top of the falls for breathtaking views and photo opportunities. Overnight again at Murchison River Lodge or similar accommodation.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Murchison River Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Chimpanzee Trekking, Rhino Tracking, and Transfer to Entebbe

Begin early with chimpanzee trekking in Budongo Forest, observing these playful primates in their natural environment. Continue to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking, completing your Big Five experience with a rare glimpse of this endangered species. Afterward, transfer to Entebbe for drop-off at your hotel or the airport, concluding your unforgettable African safari.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City, Uganda)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.