7-Day Rwanda & Uganda Gorilla, Chimpanzee Safari

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

Kigali – Volcanoes National Park & Gorilla Guardians Village

Pick up from Kigali in the morning and drive to Volcanoes National Park, enjoying scenic views of Rwanda’s rolling hills and countryside. Upon arrival, visit the Gorilla Guardians Village, where you’ll experience Rwandan culture, traditional dances, crafts, and learn about local conservation efforts. In the evening, check into your lodge near the park for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Kigali (Rwanda)

Accommodation:

Classic Resort Lodge

• Mid-range hotel in Ruhengeri (City, Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Golden Monkey Trekking – Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

After an early breakfast, head into Volcanoes National Park for an exciting golden monkey trekking experience. Hike through bamboo forests to observe these playful and endangered primates in their natural habitat. After the trek, drive to Uganda, crossing the Cyanika border, and continue through scenic landscapes to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Arrive at your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

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

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

ElephantRare

BuffaloRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Bweza Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Community Visit

After an early breakfast, transfer to the Bwindi park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on mountain gorilla trekking. Hike through the dense rainforest to locate a habituated gorilla family and spend an unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat. After the trek, visit the Batwa community, learning about their culture, traditions, and forest-based lifestyle. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

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:

Bweza Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha

After breakfast, depart Bwindi and drive toward Queen Elizabeth National Park, passing through the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Enjoy scenic landscapes and a chance to spot wildlife along the way. Arrive at your lodge in Queen Elizabeth NP in time for an evening game drive, spotting elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and other savannah wildlife. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

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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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Buffalo Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning Game Drive & Afternoon Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Start the day with an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, exploring the savannah and spotting elephants, lions, buffalo, and other wildlife at their most active. After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, famous for hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Buffalo Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee Trekking & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After an early breakfast, drive to Kyambura Gorge or Kalinzu Forest for chimpanzee trekking, observing these playful primates in their natural habitat while learning about their behavior and conservation. After the trek, continue to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa’s most scenic lakes. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings, relax by the lake, and check into your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Kalinzu Forest Reserve (Chimps)

Best Time To Go January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)

High Season June to September (But it’s seldom busy)

Best Weather

Accommodation:

Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Bunyonyi Island Tour & Transfer Back to Kigali

After breakfast, enjoy a boat island tour on Lake Bunyonyi, exploring its scenic islands, learning about local communities, and taking in the breathtaking views. Later, begin the drive back to Kigali, Rwanda, passing through beautiful countryside landscapes. Upon arrival, take a brief city tour including key sites like the Kigali Genocide Memorial and craft markets, before being dropped at your hotel or Kigali International Airport for departure.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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