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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Entebbe (Uganda)
Arrival in Entebbe (Uganda)
Welcome to Entebbe, a tranquil lakeside town perched on the shores of Lake Victoria. Your personal guide will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your cozy midrange lodge surrounded by tropical gardens. Depending on your arrival time, explore the lively local craft markets or simply relax and breathe in the warm Ugandan air as you prepare for the adventure ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City, Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- 2 Friends Beach Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Savannah & Sunset Safari
Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Savannah & Sunset Safari
After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive southwest to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most popular wildlife haven. The journey takes you through rolling hills, banana plantations, and rural villages, offering glimpses of authentic local life.
Arrive in time for an evening game drive across the Kasenyi plains — golden in the fading light — where elephants gather, buffaloes graze lazily, and lions patrol the tall grass in search of prey. As the sun dips below the Rwenzori Mountains, you’ll feel the true heartbeat of the African wild.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Wake up to the calls of the wild and head out for an early game drive when predators are most active. Spot herds of Uganda kob, elusive leopards lounging in acacia trees, and elephants trudging gracefully through the savannah.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, one of Africa’s densest concentrations of hippos and crocodiles. Along the shores, elephants bathe playfully while pelicans and fish eagles fill the skies — a truly photographic paradise. Return to your lodge at sunset, with the sounds of the wild serenading your evening.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi
Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi
Today’s drive takes you through the Ishasha sector, a remote region of Queen Elizabeth famous for its tree-climbing lions. Keep your camera ready — you might spot these majestic cats lounging on the fig tree branches, a sight found almost nowhere else on Earth.
Continue into the lush, misty highlands of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. The landscape changes dramatically — from savannah to deep, ancient rainforest teeming with birdlife.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi & Batwa Cultural Experience
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi & Batwa Cultural Experience
Rise early for the ultimate adventure — gorilla trekking! After a briefing from park rangers, you’ll hike through Bwindi’s thick vegetation, the air filled with birdsong and the scent of earth and moss. The moment you encounter a gorilla family — watching a silverback beat his chest, a mother cradle her infant, juveniles tumbling in play — will stay with you forever.
After this emotional experience, return for a hot meal, then enjoy an optional Batwa cultural visit, learning how the forest’s original inhabitants hunted, foraged, and lived in harmony with nature.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Cross into Rwanda – Volcanoes National Park & Golden Monkeys
Cross into Rwanda – Volcanoes National Park & Golden Monkeys
After breakfast, cross the border into Rwanda — “The Land of a Thousand Hills.” Your journey winds through stunning terraced landscapes before arriving in Volcanoes National Park, home to the Virunga Mountains.
In the afternoon, embark on a Golden Monkey tracking adventure, following playful troops of these rare primates as they swing through the bamboo forests. Their bright orange fur and lively energy make them a delight to watch.
Later, unwind at your lodge nestled at the base of the volcanoes, enjoying the cool mountain air and breathtaking views.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Wildlife in Volcanoes NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
King Palace Museum, Kigali City Tour & Departure
King Palace Museum, Kigali City Tour & Departure
After breakfast, travel to Nyanza, where you’ll visit the King’s Palace Museum, a fascinating reconstruction of Rwanda’s traditional royal compound. Learn about ancient customs, meet the famous royal Inyambo long-horned cattle, and gain insight into Rwanda’s pre-colonial heritage.
Continue to Kigali, one of Africa’s cleanest and most vibrant capitals. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a deeply moving site that honors the victims and celebrates Rwanda’s incredible journey of unity and renewal. Depending on time, browse local art galleries or craft markets before your transfer to Kigali International Airport.
- Main Destination:
- Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
