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Arrival
Day 1
Arrive in Kigali, City tour and transfer to Mgahinga National Park
Arrive in Kigali, City tour and transfer to Mgahinga National Park
After your arrival, our Professional English-speaking driver-guide will pick you up and take you on a city tour of Kigali, visiting the Genocide Memorial Center, the main market, the Presidential Palace Museum, and artisan shops. Following the tour, you'll proceed on a scenic 3-hour drive to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda, enjoying stunning views along the way. Lunch will be served en route, with arrival expected late in the afternoon. You will cross the border into Uganda and overnight at a property close to Mgahinga NP where you will undertake golden monkey trekking the next day.
- Main Destination:
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
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Mucha Riverside Lodge
Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Golden monkey tracking, transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Golden monkey tracking, transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, head to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park for a briefing on golden monkey trekking. Rangers will share insights on the park, golden monkey troops, and guidelines for the trek. The trek typically lasts 3-5 hours, and you'll have an hour with the vocal and dynamic monkeys to capture memorable photos. In the afternoon, drive 3 hours to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, check-in at the lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, head to the rangers' post for a briefing, then trek into Bwindi Forest to encounter mountain gorillas. The trek duration (4-8 hours) and terrain depend on the gorillas' movements. Spend an unforgettable hour with these gentle giants once you find them. A packed lunch will be provided to keep you energized throughout the strenuous gorilla trekking activity. Return to the lodge and drive to the famous Queen Elizabeth National Park's Ishasha sector to spot tree-climbing lions the next morning.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Topi Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Game drive in Ishasha area, Transfer to Kasenyi Plains for a boat Cruise along Kazinga Channel
Game drive in Ishasha area, Transfer to Kasenyi Plains for a boat Cruise along Kazinga Channel
After breakfast, head out for an exciting game drive in Ishasha sector to spot tree-climbing lions (60-70% chance). Enjoy the picturesque view if you're lucky! Then, continue to the Kasenyi Plains in Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving at the lodge for lunch and an afternoon 2 our boat cruise along Kazinga Channel that connects lakes Edward and George. You will enjoy views of hippos, water birds, elephants coming to refresh and crocodiles among other animals during the boat ride. After the boat ride, an evening game drive awaits in this part of the park followed with dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Kyambura Chimp tracking, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Kyambura Chimp tracking, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast, head to Kyambura Gorge, a scenic valley inhabited by chimpanzees. Following a ranger briefing, embark on a guided trek through the lush forest to track and observe these dynamic primates, amidst a rich array of wildlife and bird species. Return to the lodge for some rest time and lunch and then check out to transfer to Lake Mburo National Park. When you arrive, head out for an evening game drive. Expect to spot impressive wildlife, including eland antelopes, zebras, topi, impalas, Uganda kob, and Cape buffalos. After a thrilling game drive, unwind at your accommodation for the night.
Optional: For an extra charge, consider a night game drive, where you might encounter nocturnal creatures like snakes, hyenas, owls, and the rare leopard (if you're lucky!).
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park (Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- Eagle's Nest Camp
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Mburo's morning game drive or Walking Safari, Transfer to Entebbe for departure
Mburo's morning game drive or Walking Safari, Transfer to Entebbe for departure
Start the day with an early breakfast, then embark on a guided morning park walk in Lake Mburo National Park with an armed ranger or choose a game drive. Get up close to zebras, giraffes, eland, topi, antelope, cape buffaloes, and more. After the walk, return to your accommodation for checkout, then drive to Entebbe airport for your flight departing in the evening or later, with a photo stop at the Equator line in Kayabwe.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe, Uganda)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
