$8,831 to $9,366 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Arrival and Pickup from Entebbe International Airport to Your Hotel, City tour if time Allows
Arrival and Pickup from Entebbe International Airport to Your Hotel, City tour if time Allows
You will be greeted warmly at the airport by a representative from Likana Safaris, who will then escort you to your hotel in Kampala. Optional activities include: • City Tour: Depending on your arrival time, you can explore the lively and bustling city of Kampala. Highlights include historical and political landmarks such as the ancient tombs of the Kabakas, where the Buganda kings are buried, and the Bahai Temple. • Dining Out: Kampala offers a variety of culinary delights. Venture out from your hotel to sample the region's diverse cuisine, including the city's renowned Indian food. The transfer will take approximately one hour. Entebbe is the main air gateway to Uganda. It stands on the lush northern shore of Lake Victoria, the world's second-largest freshwater body – only an hour’s drive south of the capital Kampala. It's a very relaxed and low-rise city, offering a good choice of lakeshore restaurants, abundant greenery, and some of the best urban bird watching anywhere in Africa.
- Main Destination:
- Kampala (City, Uganda)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Four Points by Sheraton Kampala
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Our driver/guide will pick you up from your hotel in Kampala early in the morning and drive you to Murchison Falls National Park. On the way, you will stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a rhino tracking experience. The sanctuary is home to Uganda’s only rhinos and is a breeding ground for these endangered animals. After the rhino tracking, you will proceed to Murchison Falls National Park, one of Uganda’s most spectacular parks. On arrival, you will check into your accommodation and have lunch. In the afternoon, you will either take a nature walk around the lodge to see the different bird species, monkeys, and other wildlife or visit the top of the falls. You will have dinner and overnight at your lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Morning Game drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise on the Nile
Morning Game drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise on the Nile
After breakfast, you will head out for a game drive in the park, which is home to elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes, and other wildlife. You will have a chance to spot some of these animals and take photos. After the game drive, you will return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.
In the afternoon, you will go for a boat cruise on the Victoria Nile to the bottom of the Murchison Falls. This is a great opportunity to see hippos, crocodiles, and water birds. You will also have a chance to see the falls from below, which is an unforgettable experience. After the boat cruise, you will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Kibale National Park
Transfer to Kibale National Park
Today, after an early breakfast, your driver guide will then transfer you to Kibale National Park. The drive is remarkably scenic, taking you through villages, lush green forests, and hills adorned with tea plantations. You will stay at the lovely lodge, featuring spacious rooms and stunning views. The Journey time is about: 5 hours. Kibale National Park is best known for its population of around 1,000 chimpanzees, man's closest genetic relative. The park is home to a dozen other primate species, including Uganda mangabey, a type of monkey that is unique to Uganda and difficult to see anywhere other than Kibale. It supports a dazzling forest birdlife, with 370 species recorded, ranging from the outrageously colorful great blue turaco to the secretive green-breasted pitta.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Turaco Treetops Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Swamp Walk
Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Swamp Walk
Today, you'll rise early and head to the park's headquarters for a briefing on your chimpanzee tracking adventure. Kibale Forest National Park is renowned for its rich primate diversity, including the famous chimpanzees. With around 5,000 chimpanzees inhabiting Uganda's wild, the park offers an excellent chance to observe them in their natural habitat. An experienced ranger will lead you on a chimpanzee tracking excursion either in the morning or afternoon, during which you may also encounter other monkey species. Upon locating the chimpanzees, you'll enjoy a captivating hour of observation. However, as they are wild animals, sightings are not guaranteed, and you might only hear their vocalizations.
In the afternoon, following lunch, you'll embark on a guided swamp walk. Lasting 2-3 hours, this walk will lead you through grasslands, local communities, and picturesque landscapes, where you'll likely receive warm greetings from the locals. Dinner and Overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Turaco Treetops Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Evening Game drive
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Evening Game drive
Following breakfast, your guide will transfer you to Queen Elizabeth National Park, renowned for its diverse wildlife population, including tree-climbing and savannah lions, elephants, warthogs, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, Cape buffaloes, hippos, and leopards. The park is also a haven for birdwatchers, boasting over 600 species such as the African spoonbill, pied kingfishers, fish eagles, pelicans, and vultures. Nestled at the foot of the majestic Rwenzori Mountain Range and bordered by Lake Edward and Lake George, Queen Elizabeth National Park is Uganda's second-largest park. Lions are frequently spotted within the park's boundaries and at its entrance. Prepare to witness impressive gatherings of hippos and elephants, and keep a keen eye out for sunbathing leopards. Later in the afternoon, you'll unwind at the lodge, have lunch as you prepare for an evening game drive. You'll spend the night at the splendid Buffalo Safari Lodge, situated within Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Buffalo Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Early Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Excursion on Kazinga Channel
Early Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Excursion on Kazinga Channel
The day commences with an early morning safari drive across the expansive terrain of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Accompanied by skilled guides and trackers, you'll set out on an exciting expedition to spot and observe lions and leopards in their native environment. Queen Elizabeth National Park is renowned for its flourishing populations of these majestic big cats, and the seasoned guides will impart their expertise on their behaviors, habitats, and conservation efforts.
Afternoon Boat Safari along the Kazinga Channel: Exploring the Waterways.
Later in the day, you'll embark on a tranquil yet captivating boat safari along the Kazinga Channel. This natural channel, spanning 40 kilometers, links Lake George and Lake Edward, serving as a sanctuary for diverse wildlife. The boat safari provides a distinctive perspective, allowing you to witness a profusion of aquatic and terrestrial species along the shores.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Buffalo Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Your day starts with the enticing aroma of a freshly cooked breakfast, setting the stage for an exciting day ahead. As you savor a hearty meal, anticipation builds for the upcoming morning game drive. Guided by an expert, you'll traverse the park's tracks, learning about its diverse ecosystems and inhabitants. Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park: Upon reaching Bwindi, you'll check in at Gorilla Leisure Lodge, nestled amidst the forest's dense foliage. The lodge's warm hospitality and luxurious amenities promise a tranquil and rejuvenating retreat. Protecting a pristine landscape of steep forested hills bordering the Congo, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is best known for harboring around 45% of the global mountain gorilla population. In our experience, visiting these gorillas in their forested home is quite simply the most exciting wildlife encounter Africa has to offer.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Gorilla Leisure Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Gorilla Trekking at Bwindi and Batwa Cultural Experience
Gorilla Trekking at Bwindi and Batwa Cultural Experience
After breakfast, you'll be taken to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla tracking. You'll have the incredible opportunity to encounter one of Bwindi's endangered Mountain gorillas, often considered the highlight of any tour in Uganda. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to mountain gorillas, making it the only forest in Africa with this distinction. Additionally, the park harbors five other primate species, 113 mammal species, over 200 butterfly species, and 360 bird species. The gorillas you'll track are habituated and accustomed to the presence of humans for a limited time each day. The duration of the gorilla tracking experience can vary from as little as 2 hours to as much as 7 hours. Once the gorillas are located, your group will be granted a maximum of one hour in their presence. Coming face-to-face with a mountain gorilla is an incredibly moving and awe-inspiring experience. You will return at the Lodge for lunch and Visit the Batwa after relaxing.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Gorilla Leisure Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi For Relaxation Experience
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi For Relaxation Experience
Whether you're into kayaking between islands, hiking in the hills or chilling out on the beach, Lake Bunyonyi is a truly idyllic retreat. One of the few lakes in Uganda that's safe for swimming, thanks to the absence of hippos and crocodiles, Bunyonyi also lives up to its alluring name, which means ‘Place of Little Birds’. You will arrive and then check into your accommodation. In the afternoon, you will opt for either a sundowner or the boat trip traversing all the incredible islands on the Second deepest lake in Africa.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Transfer to Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
Transfer to Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda
After your breakfast, you will check out and then enjoy an exit boat cruise as proceed to Rwanda. You will be transferred to go and see the spectacular Virunga Mountains which, are the setting for Volcanoes National Park. This is Africa's sixth highest mountain range – the tallest volcano, Karisimbi, rises to 4,507m – and one of its most biodiverse. The park's most celebrated inhabitant is the mountain gorilla, which weighs up to 200kg and shares over 95% of its genes with humans. Other wildlife includes the endangered golden monkey, the elusive elephant and buffalo whose spoor are often seen on forest trails, and 180 bird species. You cannot enter this ecologically fragile park by car and no accommodation lies within its boundaries; exploration is limited to guided walking excursions such as gorilla tracking and volcano hikes. You then reach the lodge check-in and have dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Ingagi Park View Lodge
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Golden Monkey Tracking and Iby'Iwacu Visit
Golden Monkey Tracking and Iby'Iwacu Visit
After breakfast, it will be another day spent on the slopes of Volcanoes National Park. This morning, we depart early to track golden monkeys on the forested slopes of the Virunga Mountains. Listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, these sociable monkeys feed mostly on bamboo shoots, but also sometimes roam further afield to forage on fruiting trees. After, you will then head back to your lodge for an afternoon rest. You will have lunch at the lodge, and then proceed to the cultural centre, where you will be entertained by the people of Rwanda. You will get a chance to learn there previous way of life and how they are adopting to the different new life styles. After, you will head back to the lodge and have your dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Ingagi Park View Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 13
Gorilla Trekking at Volcanoes National Park and Transfer to Kigali
Gorilla Trekking at Volcanoes National Park and Transfer to Kigali
Your adventure begins with an early breakfast at the lodge before heading to the park headquarters for a 7:00 AM briefing. After being assigned a gorilla family and a lead ranger, you’ll trek through the misty, bamboo-covered slopes of the Volcanoes National Park. The hike can be demanding, but the moment you encounter these gentle giants in their natural habitat is profound. You’ll have exactly one hour to observe, photograph, and marvel at their social interactions before descending the mountain for a well-earned lunch.
In the afternoon, you’ll begin the scenic three-hour drive back to Kigali. The journey offers stunning views of Rwanda’s "thousand hills" and vibrant local villages. Upon arrival in the capital, your driver will transfer you to your hotel or the airport, marking the end of an unforgettable wildlife encounter. The transition from the ancient rainforest to the polished streets of Kigali provides a perfect reflection of the day’s journey.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali (Rwanda)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Heaven Boutique Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 14
City tour in Kigali
City tour in Kigali
After breakfast, explore Rwanda’s vibrant capital, famous for its cleanliness and rolling hills. Begin with a moving visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial to learn about the country’s history and journey toward reconciliation. Next, head to Nyamirambo for a guided walking tour with the Women’s Center, experiencing local milk bars and colorful "Kitenge" fabrics. After enjoying traditional Rwandan flavors for lunch, visit the Inema Arts Center, a hub of contemporary African creativity. Later, explore Kimironko Market to browse stalls of fresh fruit, Agaseke baskets, and Rwandan coffee, or get custom clothing made on-site. End your day with a panoramic sunset view over the city from Mount Kigali.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali (Rwanda)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Heaven Boutique Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 15
Transfer to Kigali International Airport for Departure
Transfer to Kigali International Airport for Departure
After a warm breathtaking breakfast, your guide will transfer you to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight. It's a pity that it has to end, but this is where your safari will draw to a close. We're sure that you will return home with so many exciting and happy memories, and we hope that you will join us again on safari sometime in the future.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali International Airport (Kigali, Rwanda)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
