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Day 1
Kigali City tour and visiting genocide
Kigali City tour and visiting genocide
A city tour in Kigali offers visitors an opportunity to explore one of Africa’s cleanest, safest, and most organized cities while learning about Rwanda’s remarkable history, culture, and transformation. The tour commonly includes visits to local markets, art and craft centers, museums, cultural sites, and beautiful viewpoints across the city’s rolling hills.
One of the most emotional and educational highlights of the tour is visiting the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a place dedicated to remembering the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. The memorial provides deep insight into Rwanda’s tragic past, the journey toward reconciliation, and the country’s inspiring recovery and unity. Visitors gain a powerful understanding of Rwanda’s resilience, peace-building efforts, and national transformation.
The Kigali city tour is both informative and inspiring, giving travelers a meaningful cultural experience alongside the beauty and hospitality of modern Rwanda.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali Genocide Memorial (Kigali, Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- Five to Five Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Golden Monkey Tracking in Rwanda & Transfer to Uganda
Golden Monkey Tracking in Rwanda & Transfer to Uganda
You'll wake up for an early breakfast and transfer to the park head offices in Kinigi by 7:00 am. You'll join other golden monkeys’ trekkers and meet the ranger guide for a few minutes to talk about the activity and the park. At 8:00 am, you'll transfer to the trailhead just outside the park. You'll enjoy great views of the mountain scenery as you start your trek into the park to find the golden monkeys. The golden monkeys live near the edge of the park in the bamboo forests where the ground is relatively flat and easy to trek. Find the monkeys and follow them as they feed, noticing how they skillfully pick the young bamboo leaves from the tip of the bamboo tree. They may also move out of the park into the potato fields. How they love the potatoes!
After an amazing one hour with the golden monkeys, you will return to the trailhead and drive back to the lodge for lunch.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast and getting ready with your packed lunch, you'll head to the park headquarters for briefing by park ranger guides, to start gorilla trekking. The activity can last up to 4 hours of trekking or more to find the mountain gorillas as you hike up and down the slopes with dense mist-covered vegetation. This active quest will eventually bring you to the face of one of the most sought-after creatures-the mountain gorillas. Upon reaching them, you will have one full hour with them while observing and learning their behavior as you take photos. You will have dinner and an overnight stay at Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge.
The thrill of spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. You'll return to the accommodation and have a good rest after a strenuous trek. #Optional (extra cost 20$): If interested, you can move out to encounter the local Batwa community. Otherwise, you'll continue with your relaxation.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
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Bakiga Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa’s most beautiful and deepest freshwater lakes, surrounded by terraced hills and dotted with numerous scenic islands. Known as the “Place of Many Little Birds,” Lake Bunyonyi offers breathtaking views, cool fresh air, and a peaceful atmosphere perfect for relaxation after safari activities. Enjoy the spectacular landscapes as you unwind along the tranquil lakeshore.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Canoeing and transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park
Canoeing and transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park
Enjoy an exciting canoeing experience through the breathtaking waters and scenic landscapes of western Uganda, where you will encounter beautiful birdlife, local communities, and stunning natural surroundings. After this refreshing adventure, proceed with a scenic transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most popular savannah park, famous for its diverse wildlife, picturesque crater lakes, tree-climbing lions, elephants, buffaloes, and the spectacular Kazinga Channel. The journey offers incredible views of rolling hills, traditional villages, and the beautiful countryside of the Pearl of Africa.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Game drive and Boat along Kazinga
Game drive and Boat along Kazinga
A game drive and boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park offer one of the most unforgettable wildlife experiences in East Africa. During the game drive, guests explore the vast savannah plains in search of elephants, buffaloes, lions, antelopes, and many other wildlife species in their natural habitat. The adventure is perfectly complemented by the famous boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George, where visitors enjoy close sightings of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and countless bird species gathering along the shores. The breathtaking scenery, rich wildlife, and magical sunset views make the Kazinga experience a true highlight of any Uganda safari.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Chimpanzee tracking and transfer to Kibale
Chimpanzee tracking and transfer to Kibale
After breakfast, you will proceed for an exciting chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale National Park, famously known as the primate capital of the world. Accompanied by experienced ranger guides, you will trek through the tropical rainforest in search of the playful chimpanzees while enjoying sightings of other primates, birds, and unique forest vegetation. Once the chimpanzees are located, you will spend a memorable hour observing their behavior in their natural habitat.
After the tracking experience, you will transfer to your lodge in Kibale for relaxation, dinner, and overnight as you prepare for the next adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Turaco Treetops Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Bigodi community engagement and transfer to Murchison Falls national park
Bigodi community engagement and transfer to Murchison Falls national park
After breakfast, guests will enjoy an enriching community engagement experience in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, where they interact with the local people and learn about their unique culture, traditions, daily activities, and conservation efforts. The visit offers an authentic opportunity to experience traditional music, dance, local crafts, and the warm hospitality of the community surrounding Kibale Forest.
Thereafter, proceed with a scenic transfer to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most spectacular national park. Enjoy beautiful countryside views, tea plantations, local villages, and rolling landscapes along the way as you journey toward the mighty River Nile and the breathtaking Murchison Falls.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Game drive and boat cruise
Game drive and boat cruise
A game drive and boat cruise on the Nile Delta in Murchison Falls National Park offers one of the most spectacular wildlife experiences in East Africa. During the game drive across the vast savannah plains, guests have the opportunity to spot elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and many other wild animals in their natural habitat while enjoying breathtaking views of the park.
The boat cruise to the Nile Delta is a relaxing and rewarding experience where the mighty River Nile meets Lake Albert. Along the cruise, visitors can enjoy sightings of hippos, crocodiles, elephants bathing along the shores, and a rich variety of bird species including the rare shoebill stork. The peaceful waters, beautiful scenery, and incredible wildlife make the Nile Delta excursion a memorable highlight of any Uganda safari.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Top of the Falls, Ziwa Rhino sanctuary and transfer to Entebbe airport
Top of the Falls, Ziwa Rhino sanctuary and transfer to Entebbe airport
A visit to Uganda’s northern safari circuit offers a perfect blend of adventure, conservation, and scenic beauty.
At the breathtaking Top of the Falls in Murchison Falls National Park, the Nile River forces itself through a narrow 7-meter gorge, creating one of the most powerful waterfalls in the world. The thunderous roar, rising mist, and rainbow views make it a spectacular highlight for every traveler.
The journey continues to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where visitors can track wild rhinos on foot. This conservation success story offers a close and safe encounter with these endangered giants while learning about rhino protection efforts.
After this enriching experience, guests are transferred comfortably to Entebbe International Airport for their outbound flight, marking the end of a memorable Ugandan safari filled with wildlife, landscapes, and conservation experiences.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe, Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
