14-Day Uganda Rwanda Cultural Tour & Wildlife Experience

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Uganda – Welcome to Entebbe

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative who will brief you on your upcoming adventure. You’ll then transfer to your accommodation in Kampala for an overnight stay. Overnight at Makerere University Guest House (or similar).

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe, Uganda)

Accommodation:

Makerere University Guest House

• Budget guest housein Kampala (City, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinks not included

Slums Visit & Historical Tour – Katanga, Uganda Museum & Royal Sites

After breakfast, begin your cultural immersion with a guided visit to Katanga Slum – a unique and resilient community primarily composed of single mothers and children. Later, explore Uganda’s rich heritage with visits to the Uganda Museum, Kasubi Royal Tombs, and Lubiri Palace. Overnight at Makerere University Guest House (or similar).

Main Destination:

Kampala (City, Uganda)

Accommodation:

Makerere University Guest House

• Budget guest housein Kampala (City, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Adventure & Culture – White Water Rafting & Ndere Troupe Performance

Depart early for Jinja and take on the thrilling Grade 3–5 rapids of the Nile River with professional rafting guides. Later, return to Kampala for a vibrant evening of traditional Ugandan music, dance, and storytelling at the Ndere Cultural Centre. Overnight at Makerere University Guest House (or similar).

Main Destination:

Jinja (Town, Uganda)

Accommodation:

Makerere University Guest House

• Budget guest housein Kampala (City, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Rhino Trekking & Journey North – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to Lira

Following an early morning breakfast, begin the Travel north through the historic Luwero Triangle to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting rhino tracking experience. Before you Continue on to Lira, arriving in the evening. Overnight at Lira Hotel (or similar).

Main Destination:

Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch (Uganda)

Best Time To Go June to August and December to February (Dry seasons)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather

Accommodation:

The Lira Hotel

• Budget hotelin Lira (City, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Child Soldier Reintegration & Barlonyo Massacre Memorial

Gain profound insight into Northern Uganda’s post-conflict recovery with visits to NGOs working with former child soldiers. Hear firsthand stories of survival, reintegration, and resilience. Later, visit the Barlonyo Massacre Memorial, where over 300 civilians lost their lives in 2004. Overnight at Lira Hotel (or similar).

Main Destination:

Lira (City, Uganda)

Accommodation:

The Lira Hotel

• Budget hotelin Lira (City, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Conflict History – Lukodi IDP Camp & Transfer to Gulu

Following a morning breakfast, Travel to Gulu and visit the Lukodi Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp, the site of a 2004 massacre by the Lord’s Resistance Army. Learn about the lives of survivors and ongoing peace building efforts. Overnight at Acholi Inn (or similar).

Main Destination:

Gulu (City, Uganda)

Accommodation:

Acholi Inn

• Budget hotelin Gulu (City, Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Wildlife Encounter – Gulu to Murchison Falls National Park

Following a morning breakfast, Drive to Murchison Falls National Park via the scenic Porongo Gate. Enjoy the game viewing as you go to Paraa and upon arrival at Paraa Enjoy a boat cruise to the base of the dramatic falls and later transfer to the Lodge. Overnight at Gipir & Labongo Safari Lodge (or similar).

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)

Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures)

Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

HippoAbundant

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LeopardOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Gipir and Labongo Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP (Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Safari Experience, Murchison Falls NP & Transfer to Hoima

Start the day with a sunrise game drive in the Buligi circuit. Look out for elephants, lions, giraffes, hyenas, and more. After your safari, proceed to Hoima through the to the top of the falls for stunning panoramic view. Overnight at Mica Eco Resort (or similar).

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

ChimpanzeeCommon

ElephantOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

LionVery Rare

LeopardVery Rare

HippoRare

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Miika Eco Resort Hotel

• Mid-range hotelin Hoima (Town, Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Chimpanzee Trekking & Bunyoro Cultural Heritage

Following an early morning breakfast, immerse yourself in the traditions and history of the Bunyoro Kingdom and later Explore the Bugoma Forest Reserve for a guided chimpanzee trek. Thereafter transferring to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Overnight Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp (or similar).

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

Show more

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Kazinga Channel View Resort

• Budget lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Wildlife & Water Safari – Queen Elizabeth National Park

Enjoy a morning game drive through diverse landscapes, home to lions, elephants, buffalo, and more. In the afternoon, cruise along the Kazinga Channel, observing hippos, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species. Overnight Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp (or similar).

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Kazinga Channel View Resort

• Budget lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Final Safari & Transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park

Following an early morning breakfast, Wrap up your Queen Elizabeth safari with a final game drive before heading southwest to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, located at the tri-border region with Rwanda and Congo. Overnight at Ikaze Cottages (or similar).

Main Destination:

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to January (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather Jun to Aug and Dec to Jan (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

BuffaloOccasional

ElephantRare

LeopardRare

White RhinoNone

Show more

GiraffeNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Ikaze Cottages

• Mid-range lodgenear Kisoro (Town, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Batwa Cultural Experience & Cross into Rwanda

Following an early morning breakfast, engage with the Batwa community and participate in a coffee-making experience from the garden to the cup. Cross into Rwanda and settle into your lodge near Volcanoes National Park. Overnight at The Garden Place Hotel & Coffee Shop (or similar).

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

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

ElephantRare

BuffaloRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

Show more

GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

The Garden Place Hotel

• Budget hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Golden Monkey Trek & Rwandan Cultural Encounters

Embark on an early morning after breakfast transfer to the park headquarters to trek in search of the endangered golden monkeys. Afterwards visit the Gorilla Museum at the Ellen Degeneras Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund followed with the visit to Gorilla Guardian Village for a deep dive into Rwanda’s rich culture and traditions. This will be followed by a Transfer to Kigali. Overnight at StepTown Hotel (or similar).

Main Destination:

Kigali (Rwanda)

Accommodation:

Step Town Motel

• Budget hotel located in Kigali (Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Kigali City Tour & Departure

Depending on your flight schedule, visit key landmarks in Kigali including the Kigali Genocide Memorial, Belgium Peacekeepers Memorial, and Kimironko Market. Transfer to the airport for your departure. End of Tour.

Main Destination:

Kigali International Airport (Kigali, Rwanda)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.