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Arrival
Day 1
Transfer From Entebbe Airport to Kibale Forest National Park
Transfer From Entebbe Airport to Kibale Forest National Park
From Entebbe, embark on a 6–7-hour morning drive to Kibale Forest National Park, renowned for its rich primate diversity. Arrive in the afternoon and check in at your lodge for lunch before heading out for the Bigodi community experience.
Begin with a coffee farming experience, where you will learn about the local methods of planting, harvesting and processing coffee. Continue with a visit to a women's community group to discover traditional handicraft-making techniques, and conclude with an introduction to the local banana brewing process and its cultural significance.
After the experience, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe, Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Kibale Forest Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Chimpanzee Tracking Experience
Chimpanzee Tracking Experience
Start the day with an early morning chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale Forest. The experience begins at 8:00 AM with a briefing about chimpanzee conservation programs and tracking guidelines. Together with experienced trackers, you will join a small group of a maximum of 8 visitors for a forest walk, following the sounds and footprints of a family of chimpanzees. Once located, spend an hour observing and photographing them while witnessing their human-like behavior in the wild.
After the experience, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park with a lunch break along the way and another stop at the Equator crossing for photos. Arrive at your next lodge in the early afternoon for check-in, then later head out for a late afternoon game drive in the Kasenyi Plains to enjoy more wildlife sightings.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Boat Safari Experience at Kazinga Channel
Boat Safari Experience at Kazinga Channel
Start with a second morning game drive to search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, and leopards. The experience ends at 10:00 AM, after which you will drive back to your lodge for a coffee break and check-out.
Later, continue with a 2-hour drive to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Arrive in time for lunch, then at 3:00 PM head out to track the rare tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, together with sightings of antelopes and other wildlife found in this sector.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Embogo Lodges
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Track Tree climbing lions at Ishasha sector
Track Tree climbing lions at Ishasha sector
Start the day with an early morning game drive in the Ishasha sector, renowned for its rare tree-climbing lions and other wildlife. Late in the morning, continue your journey with a scenic 2–3 hour drive to Bwindi Forest, the sanctuary of the endangered mountain gorillas.
In the afternoon, interact with the local Batwa people to learn about their traditions.
- Main Destination:
- Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP, Uganda)
- Accommodation:
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Bakiga Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Gorilla Trekking Experience
Gorilla Trekking Experience
After an early breakfast, depart for gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Accompanied by expert guides, track a habituated gorilla family and spend one unforgettable hour observing them in the wild. After the trek, transfer in the afternoon to Volcanoes National Park for your overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Isange Paradise Resort
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Golden Monkey Tracking Experience
Golden Monkey Tracking Experience
Enjoy a morning of endangered and playful Golden Monkey tracking in the scenic Volcanoes National Park, set against the dramatic Virunga Mountains. After the trek, continue to Gisenyi and arrive at the shores of Lake Kivu for a relaxing evening by the water.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Paradise Malahide Hotel
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Boat excursion on Lake Kivu of Rwanda
Boat excursion on Lake Kivu of Rwanda
Begin your day with a peaceful boat excursion on Lake Kivu, one of Africa’s Great Lakes and Rwanda’s largest freshwater lake. Cruise along the scenic shoreline, passing lush green hills, small islands, and traditional lakeside communities. Visit a local coffee washing station or processing facility (season permitting) to learn how Rwanda’s renowned coffee is prepared for export, then continue to a nearby fishing village where you can observe the daily life of local fishermen and gain insight into the communities that depend on the lake. Enjoy the tranquil atmosphere and excellent opportunities for photography before returning to shore. After lunch, begin your scenic drive to Kigali, arriving in the late afternoon.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Kivu (Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- Park Inn by Radisson Kigali
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Kigali City Cultural and Historical Tour
Kigali City Cultural and Historical Tour
Explore Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital, beginning with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial to understand the country’s history and resilience. Optional Continue to the bustling Cultural Market to experience local crafts, art, and daily life, followed by lunch at the historic Hotel Rwanda. In the afternoon, embark on a scenic drive to eastern Rwanda for your overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Kigali Genocide Memorial (Kigali, Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- Rutete Eco-Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Game Drive to Search Black and White Rhinos
Game Drive to Search Black and White Rhinos
Visit Rwanda’s only savannah park and explore its open plains, woodlands, and lakes while searching for the Big Five — lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos. Along the way, spot giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and a rich variety of birds, all set against the park’s stunning landscapes of rolling hills and shimmering water bodies.
- Main Destination:
- Akagera National Park (Rwanda)
- Accommodation:
- Rutete Eco-Lodge
Wildlife in Akagera NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Cultural Experience at Gishora Drums Sanctuary
Cultural Experience at Gishora Drums Sanctuary
Start your day with an early departure to Gitega, Burundi, traveling via Tanzania if the Rwanda-Burundi border is closed. Enjoy a scenic drive through rolling hills, farmland, small villages, and lush forests, taking in the vibrant landscapes and local life as you make your way to Burundi’s political capital.
Day 11
Bujumbura City Tour And Derpature
Bujumbura City Tour And Derpature
Begin your day with a visit to the Gishora Drum Sanctuary, enjoy traditional music and dance. Discover the history of Burundi, deeply rooted in kingship.
Afterwards, embark on a scenic 2–3 hour transfer to Bujumbura, enjoy a brief city drive to explore historical landmarks that showcase the country’s fascinating past. Then, take a stroll along the shores of Lake Tanganyika, Africa’s deepest lake.
Later, transfer to Bujumbura Airport for your night departure back home.
- Main Destination:
- Bujumbura (City, Burundi)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
