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Arrival
Day 1
Kigali and Transfer to Mgahinga, Uganda
Kigali and Transfer to Mgahinga, Uganda
Your private guide and with a 4WD safari vehicle will meet you at your Kigali hotel after an early morning breakfast, Begin your journey with a powerful visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Then drive approximately 4 hours northwest through Rwanda’s scenic hills and local villages into Uganda’s stunning Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Relax and prepare for your first wildlife adventure. Overnight: Travellers 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 2
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Begin with an early breakfast before heading to the ranger station for a pre-trek briefing. Accompanied by experienced guides, hike into the forest to track and observe a mountain gorilla family for one unforgettable hour. Trek durations vary based on gorilla location. Return to your lodge for rest and reflection. Overnight at Travellers Rest Hotel or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Travellers Rest Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Optional Gorilla Trek in Bwindi or Golden Monkey Trek
Optional Gorilla Trek in Bwindi or Golden Monkey Trek
Choose an optional second gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable NP (USD $800) or trek for golden monkeys in Mgahinga. Both options offer rare opportunities to witness primates in their natural habitat. After your trek, return to the lodge and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty. Overnight at Travellers Rest Hotel or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Travellers Rest Hotel
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, journey through Uganda’s highlands and savannahs to Queen Elizabeth National Park, renowned for its diverse wildlife and landscapes. Arrive in time for a short afternoon game drive if time allows. Watch for elephants, buffalo, and more as the sun sets over the savannah. 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 5
Game Drive Safari and Boat Cruise Safari Queen Elizabeth National Park
Game Drive Safari and Boat Cruise Safari Queen Elizabeth National Park
Enjoy a morning game drive through the Kasenyi Plains, an area frequented by lions, leopards, and grazing antelope. In the afternoon, cruise along the Kazinga Channel to see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and an array of birdlife. The boat safari offers exceptional photo opportunities and close-up wildlife encounters. Overnight at Bush Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge (Banda)
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Scenic Transfer to Kibale National Park
Scenic Transfer to Kibale National Park
Take a relaxed morning drive to Kibale National Park, known for its primate population and rich biodiversity. Pass by beautiful crater lakes, tea plantations, and the towering Rwenzori Mountains. Stop briefly at the equator line for a photo opportunity. Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Community Walk
Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Community Walk
Join park rangers for a guided chimpanzee trek in Kibale Forest. Spend an hour observing these intelligent primates as they feed, play, and vocalize in the trees. In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Swamp and local village life with a community-led cultural walk. Overnight: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast, drive through Uganda’s western countryside to Murchison Falls NP. Enjoy views of the rift valley, tea and sugar plantations, and local communities along the way. Arrive at the lodge to relax and enjoy the serene river setting.
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 9
Wildlife Safari and Boat Cruise to the Falls
Wildlife Safari and Boat Cruise to the Falls
Embark on a sunrise game drive across the Nile Delta plains, spotting giraffes, lions, elephants, and more. After lunch, take a boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls, where the Nile River plunges through a narrow gorge. Watch hippos, crocodiles, and birds along the riverbanks. Overnight at Pakuba Safari Lodge or similar.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Top of the Falls and Rhino Trekking at Ziwa Sanctuary
Top of the Falls and Rhino Trekking at Ziwa Sanctuary
Visit the dramatic top of Murchison Falls, where the river surges through a 7-meter cleft. Continue to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino trekking experience on foot. Then transfer to Entebbe Airport for your evening or late-night departure flight. End of Safari.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City, Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
