11-Day Rwanda Uganda Tanzania Primate & Safari Expedition

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

Kigali to Volcanoes National Park – Gorilla Museum & Culture

After an early morning breakfast from your Kigali Hotel, your driver guide will meet you and then transfer to visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a moving tribute to Rwanda’s resilience. Travel through scenic highlands to Volcanoes National Park, home to Dian Fossey’s legacy. After lunch, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, an immersive center for gorilla conservation. Later, enjoy Rwandan music and dance at the Gorilla Guardians Cultural Village. Overnight at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge 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

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GiraffeNone

LionNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Mountain Gorilla View Lodge

• Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Golden Monkey or Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Uganda

After breakfast, head to Kinigi for your adventure: trek to see playful golden monkeys (included) or upgrade for gorilla trekking (permit USD 1,500). After lunch, cross into Uganda and arrive at Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, home to half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Relax and enjoy views of the Virunga ranges. Overnight at Travellers Rest Hotel or Similar.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

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

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Travellers Rest Hotel

• Mid-range hotel1-2hr drive from Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Enjoy an early breakfast before setting out for gorilla trekking in Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Trek through dense jungle, guided by expert rangers, for a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with a gorilla family. Spend an hour observing them in their natural habitat before transferring to the tranquil Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by terraced hills and islands. Overnight at Arcadia Cottages Lake Bunyonyi or Similar.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

Accommodation:

Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Lake Bunyonyi to Kibale National Park

After a relaxed breakfast, drive north through rolling hills, banana plantations, and lush tea estates en route to Kibale National Park. The park is home to 13 primate species, including the lively chimpanzees. Arrive in the late afternoon and unwind amidst the forest’s serenity. Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge 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:

Kibale Forest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Chimpanzee Trekking and Community Walk

Set out early for a guided chimpanzee trekking experience at Kanyanchu Visitor Center. Watch these intelligent primates feed, groom, and play high in the forest canopy. In the afternoon, explore local communities and the Bigodi swamp trail, spotting rare birds and monkeys. Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge or Similar.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Kibale Forest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Kibale to Mwanza, Tanzania

After breakfast, drive to the Mutukula border and cross into Tanzania. Continue to Bukoba, where you’ll take a short domestic flight to Mwanza on Lake Victoria. Upon arrival, transfer to your lakefront resort to relax and enjoy the sunset over Africa’s largest lake. Overnight at Malaika Beach Resort or Similar.

Main Destination:

Mwanza (City, Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Malaika Beach Resort

• Mid-range lodgein Mwanza (City, Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Mwanza to Serengeti National Park

Depart early for Serengeti National Park via Ndabaka Gate/Fort Ikoma gate. Upon arrival Enjoy game viewing along the Grumeti River, famous for its hippos, crocodiles, and predators. Encounter lions, elephants, and grazing herds on the vast plains before checking into your safari tented camp. Overnight at Osinon Tented Camp or Similar.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to October (Different areas are best at different times)

High Season July to March (The Seronera area is crowded)

Best Weather June to October (Little to no rainfall)

Wildlife in Serengeti NP

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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GiraffeCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoVery Rare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Osinon Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Full Day Game Drives in Serengeti

Spend the day exploring the Serengeti’s endless savannah. Experience morning and afternoon game drives in search of the Big Five and the Great Migration herds (seasonal). Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild before returning to camp at sunset. Overnight at Osinon Tented Camp or Similar.

Main Destination:

Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Osinon Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Start the day with an early morning game drive through the Seronera Valley, a hotspot for predator action. After lunch, travel to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, while traveling you’ll have an opportunity to stopover for panoramic views and a breathtaking sunset. Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge or Similar.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Best Time To Visit June to October (Wildlife viewing is best)

High Season Most of the year – July to March (Expect crowds)

Best Weather June to October (Rainfall is little to none)

Wildlife in Ngorongoro Crater

Black RhinoCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HyenaAbundant

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ElephantCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Descend into the world’s largest unbroken caldera, the Ngorongoro Crater, for a day of spectacular wildlife viewing. Spot elephants, rhinos, lions, buffalo, and flamingos among the crater’s diverse ecosystems. Return to the lodge for a relaxing evening. Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge or Similar.

Main Destination:

Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Accommodation:

Marera Valley Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Lake Manyara National Park – Departure

After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive through Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and lush forests. Later, transfer to Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your East African adventure. End of Tour.

Main Destination:

Arusha Airport (Arusha, Tanzania)

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.