PrideMark Safaris

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$2,588 pp (USD)

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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, you’ll meet your professional driver-guide and begin the scenic journey to Volcanoes National Park. After checking in at your lodge, set out for an exciting golden monkey trek through the lush bamboo forests, accompanied by experienced rangers. Later, relax at the lodge and take in the spectacular Virunga 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:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, leave Volcanoes National Park and cross into Uganda through the Cyanika border. Continue through the beautiful rolling hills, terraced landscapes, and rural communities of southwestern Uganda, with your guide sharing insights into the local culture and way of life. Arrive at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, check in at your lodge, and relax as you prepare for the next day’s unforgettable 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

Accommodation:
Gorilla Mist Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Begin the day with an early briefing at the park headquarters before heading into Bwindi’s ancient forest in search of a habituated gorilla family. Once you find them, spend a remarkable hour observing their behavior and capturing memorable moments. After the trek, travel to peaceful Lake Bunyonyi, where you can unwind at your lodge and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

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

Day 4

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and later Boat Cruise

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and later Boat Cruise

After breakfast, leave Lake Bunyonyi and continue through Uganda’s beautiful countryside toward Queen Elizabeth National Park. Later, enjoy a memorable boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, home to hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and abundant birdlife. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

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:
Tabingi Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Morning Game Drive – Transfer to Kibale National Park

Morning Game Drive – Transfer to Kibale National Park

Rise early for a game drive across the Kasenyi Plains, one of Queen Elizabeth National Park’s prime wildlife areas. Keep watch for lions, elephants, buffaloes, and various antelope species before continuing to Kibale National Park. Known for its remarkable primate diversity, Kibale offers a lush forest habitat where chimpanzees thrive. Check in at your lodge and unwind amid the tranquil 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:
Chimpnest Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Chimpanzee Trekking – Transfer to Entebbe

Chimpanzee Trekking – Transfer to Entebbe

After breakfast, venture into Kibale Forest for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience accompanied by experienced park rangers. Follow the forest trails as you search for chimpanzees and observe their fascinating behavior in their natural habitat. After the trek, begin the journey to Entebbe for your airport or hotel drop-off, marking the end of your unforgettable Rwanda and Uganda safari.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other 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 PrideMark 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.