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

Pickup in Kigali & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park (Optional Cultural Visits)

Pickup in Kigali & Transfer to Volcanoes National Park (Optional Cultural Visits)

Upon arrival in Kigali, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional driver-guide and begin your scenic transfer to Volcanoes National Park in northern Rwanda. The journey offers beautiful views of rolling hills and countryside landscapes.
Upon arrival, you may choose to visit the Dian Fossey Museum to learn about the legacy of mountain gorilla conservation, or enjoy the Iby’Iwacu cultural experience, where you will engage with local traditions, music, and community life.
After your activities, proceed to your lodge for relaxation and overnight stay surrounded by lush volcanic scenery.

Main Destination:
Kigali (Rwanda)
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
Isange Paradise Resort
  • Budget hotel in Ruhengeri (City, Rwanda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Golden Monkey Trekking & Transfer to Bwindi

Golden Monkey Trekking & Transfer to Bwindi

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before setting out for golden monkey trekking. This exciting experience takes you into the bamboo forests where you will encounter these playful and energetic primates in their natural habitat.
After the trek, begin your cross-border journey into Uganda, heading toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Enjoy scenic views along the way as you travel through rural landscapes and terraced hills.
Arrive in the evening and check in at your lodge to relax ahead of the next day’s adventure.

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

Activities:
  • Morning walking safari (with an armed guide)
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)

Day 3

Gorilla Trekking, Optional Batwa Visit & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi (Optional Batwa Visit)

Gorilla Trekking, Optional Batwa Visit & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi (Optional Batwa Visit)

After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your gorilla trekking experience. Accompanied by experienced rangers, you will hike through dense rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family.
Once found, you will spend one unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural environment.
After the trek, you may opt for a Batwa cultural visit to learn about the indigenous forest people and their traditional way of life.
Later, transfer to the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, known for its serene waters and scenic islands.

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

Activities:
  • Morning gorilla tracking
Accommodation:
Itambira Island Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park & Afternoon Boat Cruise

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park & Afternoon Boat Cruise

After breakfast, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park, enjoying scenic views of southwestern Uganda along the way.
Upon arrival, take an afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you will encounter hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a wide variety of birdlife along the shores.
In the evening, enjoy a game drive across the savannah plains in search of wildlife such as lions, buffaloes, elephants, and antelopes.
Optional: Night game drive for a chance to spot nocturnal animals.

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
Activities:
  • Afternoon boat trip & evening game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Enshama Game 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

Start the day with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active. Explore the park’s diverse habitats while searching for predators and grazing animals.
After breakfast, begin your transfer to Kibale National Park, passing through scenic landscapes, tea plantations, and rural communities.
Arrive in the evening and check in at your lodge, preparing for the next day’s primate adventure.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
Activities:
  • Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Bweza Kibale 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, Bigodi Walk & Transfer to Entebbe

Chimpanzee Trekking, Bigodi Walk & Transfer to Entebbe

After breakfast, attend a briefing before heading into Kibale Forest for chimpanzee trekking. Follow experienced guides as you track these intelligent primates through the forest. Once located, observe their behaviors, communication, and social interactions.
After lunch, enjoy a guided walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for its rich biodiversity including monkeys, birds, and lush vegetation.
Later, begin your transfer to Entebbe for departure.

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
Activities:
  • Morning chimpanzee tracking
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not 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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Disclaimer

  • 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.