Zamunda Travels Uganda

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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

Pickup – Kigali City Tour – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Pickup – Kigali City Tour – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Your safari begins with a pickup from the airport or your hotel in Kigali by a professional driver-guide. Start with a Kigali city tour, including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a meaningful insight into Rwanda’s history, along with a chance to explore local markets and craft centers.

After the tour, drive towards Volcanoes National Park, enjoying views of Rwanda’s rolling hills and countryside. Arrive in the Musanze area, check in at your lodge, and relax in preparation for the next day’s adventure.

Main Destination:
Kigali Genocide Memorial (Kigali, Rwanda)
Accommodation:
Classic Resort Lodge
  • Mid-range hotel in Ruhengeri (City, Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Golden Monkey Trekking & Transfer to Bwindi

Golden Monkey Trekking & Transfer to Bwindi

After breakfast, head to Volcanoes National Park for golden monkey trekking. These lively primates are known for their playful nature and quick movements through the bamboo forest, offering an exciting and photogenic experience.

After the trek, return to the lodge for refreshment before continuing your journey into Uganda via the cyanika Border Crossing. Proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, arriving in the evening for check-in, 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

Accommodation:
Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a briefing by the Uganda Wildlife Authority. Begin your gorilla trekking adventure through the dense rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family.

Once located, spend one magical hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat an unforgettable and emotional wildlife encounter. After the trek, return to the lodge for a short rest before driving to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Arrive in the evening for dinner and overnight.

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:
Enshama Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Start your day with an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you may spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, and more across the savannah plains. The park’s diverse ecosystem offers excellent wildlife viewing opportunities.

In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, known for its high concentration of hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species along the shores.

After the boat cruise, return to your lodge for dinner and a second overnight stay within the park, allowing you to fully enjoy the wilderness experience.

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
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Chimpanzee Trekking & Transfer to Kigali

Chimpanzee Trekking & Transfer to Kigali

After breakfast, drive to Kalinzu Forest Reserve for chimpanzee tracking. This forest, located near Queen Elizabeth National Park, is known for its high chances of spotting chimpanzees in the wild.

Track these intelligent primates through the forest as they move, feed, and communicate in their natural habitat. After the experience, begin your scenic journey back to Kigali, crossing back into Rwanda and enjoying beautiful countryside views along the way. Arrive in the evening for hotel or airport drop-off.

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:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

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 Zamunda Travels Uganda, 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.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Zamunda Travels Uganda.