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Arrival
Day 1
Entebbe to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Entebbe to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
After an early morning breakfast at your hotel in Entebbe, meet your driver-guide and set off for Murchison Falls National Park. Drive through Luweero and Masindi, stopping at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino trekking. Continue to Masindi for lunch, then proceed to the top of Murchison Falls where the Nile crashes through a narrow gorge before plunging 45 meters below. The scenic viewpoints here offer one of the park’s most iconic sights. Arrive at your lodge for dinner and relaxation. Overnight at Pakuba Safari Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Game Drive and Boat Cruise – Murchison Falls National Park
Game Drive and Boat Cruise – Murchison Falls National Park
Enjoy an early morning game drive on the northern banks of the Nile where elephants, buffaloes, lions, and giraffes roam. After lunch, take a boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and colorful birdlife along the way. Capture the power of the world’s most powerful waterfall before returning to your lodge. Overnight at Pakuba Safari Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Kibale National Park
Transfer to Kibale National Park
After breakfast, drive south through the Albertine Rift Valley and scenic tea plantations to Kibale Forest National Park, renowned for its rich primate population. The route offers stunning countryside views and vibrant local villages. Arrive at the lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Community Walk
Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Community Walk
Begin your day with a guided chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest, home to over 1,400 chimpanzees and 13 primate species. Observe these intelligent creatures in their natural habitat as they forage, groom, and communicate. In the afternoon, take a community and swamp walk at Bigodi to learn about traditional lifestyles and local conservation efforts. Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After a relaxed breakfast, enjoy a crater lakes drive offering spectacular views of volcanic lakes and the Rwenzori Mountains. Continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife. Stop briefly at the Equator line for photos before heading to your lodge. Overnight at Bush Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge (Banda)
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Game Drive and Boat Safari – Queen Elizabeth National Park
Game Drive and Boat Safari – Queen Elizabeth National Park
Embark on a morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains where predators like lions and leopards hunt among Uganda kobs and buffalo herds. After lunch, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a natural link between Lake Edward and Lake George. Watch elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species gathering at the water’s edge. Overnight at Bush Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge (Banda)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi via Ishasha Sector
Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi via Ishasha Sector
Depart after breakfast for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. En route, explore the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions resting in fig trees. Continue to Bwindi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, known for hosting nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Overnight at Bakiga Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
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Bakiga Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Gorilla Trekking – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Gorilla Trekking – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After a morning briefing, venture deep into the rainforest with experienced guides in search of mountain gorillas. Trekking can take several hours depending on the gorilla family’s movement, but the reward is an hour observing these gentle giants up close. Return to your lodge for relaxation and reflection on this life-changing experience. Overnight at Bakiga Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Bakiga Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Bwindi to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Bwindi to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
After breakfast, travel through the scenic Kigezi Highlands, known as the “Switzerland of Africa.” Enjoy views of rolling hills, terraced farms, and the Virunga volcanic chain as you reach Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, the smallest but most dramatic park in Uganda. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
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Travellers Rest Hotel
Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Golden Monkey Trekking – Mgahinga to Volcanoes National Park (Rwanda)
Golden Monkey Trekking – Mgahinga to Volcanoes National Park (Rwanda)
Start early with a briefing at Ntebeko Visitor Center before hiking in search of the rare golden monkeys. Spend an hour observing their playful behavior and social interactions before returning. Cross into Rwanda and drive to Volcanoes National Park, home of the famous Dian Fossey research area. Overnight at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Optional Rwanda Gorilla Trek or Mount Bisoke Hike
Optional Rwanda Gorilla Trek or Mount Bisoke Hike
Choose between trekking Rwanda’s mountain gorillas (permit required at USD 1,500) or hiking Mount Bisoke, which features a spectacular crater lake at its summit. Both options offer an exhilarating adventure through the lush volcanic terrain of Volcanoes National Park. Overnight at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Volcanoes National Park to Kigali – City Tour and Departure
Volcanoes National Park to Kigali – City Tour and Departure
After breakfast, drive to Kigali for a brief city tour. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial to pay respects to the victims of the 1994 genocide. Depending on your schedule, your driver will drop you at your preferred location or Kigali International Airport for your outbound flight home marking the end of the tour. End.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali (Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
