Wagatil 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 in Kigali – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Arrival in Kigali – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Upon arrival in Kigali, your professional driver-guide from Wagatil Safaris will meet you and transfer you to Volcanoes National Park. After checking in at your lodge, enjoy golden monkey trekking in lush bamboo forests under the guidance of expert rangers. The evening is reserved for relaxation at your lodge, soaking in the stunning volcanic scenery.

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:
Isange Paradise Resort
  • Budget hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, depart Volcanoes National Park and cross into Uganda at the Cyanika border. Travel through picturesque hills and local villages while your guide from Wagatil Safaris provides insights into the culture and landscapes. Arrive at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you will settle into your lodge and prepare for tomorrow’s gorilla trekking adventure.

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
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Start early with a briefing at Bwindi’s park headquarters before trekking to a habituated gorilla family. Spend a magical hour observing gorillas in their natural habitat, taking unforgettable photos. After the trek, transfer to the serene Lake Bunyonyi. Enjoy breathtaking lake views, relax at your lodge, and explore the surroundings of this tranquil escape.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Bunyonyi Overland Resort
  • Budget resort located at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Boat Cruise

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Boat Cruise

After breakfast, travel through rolling landscapes with your Wagatil Safaris guide to Queen Elizabeth National Park. In the afternoon, embark on a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel. Watch hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a wide variety of birds in their natural habitats. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight relaxation.

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:
Enshama Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Morning Game Drive – Transfer to Kibale National Park

Morning Game Drive – Transfer to Kibale National Park

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes. After this thrilling wildlife encounter, drive to Kibale National Park. Kibale is known as the primate capital of East Africa and offers dense forests where chimpanzees roam freely. Check into your lodge and enjoy the peaceful forest surroundings.

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:
Chimpanzee Capital Safari Lodge
  • Budget lodge just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Chimpanzee Trekking – Transfer to Entebbe

Chimpanzee Trekking – Transfer to Entebbe

After breakfast, head into the forest with expert rangers from Wagatil Safaris to trek chimpanzees in Kibale. Observe these fascinating primates in their natural environment. Following the trek, begin your journey to Entebbe for drop-off at the airport or hotel, concluding a memorable 6-day safari across Rwanda and Uganda.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals 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 Wagatil Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • 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.