10-Day Rwanda Uganda Big Five Safari & Primates Trekking
Overview
Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey via the breathtaking landscapes of Rwanda & Uganda, where lush rainforests, vibrant wildlife, and rich cultures await. This
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Itinerary
Kigali, Rwanda - Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla NP, Uganda
Day 1Kigali, Rwanda - Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla NP, Uganda Kigali, Rwanda - Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla NP, Uganda After a relaxed breakfast at your hotel in Kigali, meet your private safari guide and set off on your adventure. Begin with a moving visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, honoring the lives lost in the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Depart the city and drive north-west through Rwanda’s rolling hills and colorful market towns before crossing into Uganda. The journey to Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park takes about 4 hours, offering scenic views along the way. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or similar. Main Destination: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas) Best Time To Visit June to August and December to January (Gorilla trekking is easiest) High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce) Best Weather Jun to Aug and Dec to Jan (Less rainfall) Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP GorillaCommon ChimpanzeeNone BuffaloOccasional ElephantRare LeopardRare White RhinoNone Show more GiraffeNone Black RhinoNone LionNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: Travellers Rest Hotel Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas) Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Gorilla Trekking Experience, Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
Day 2Gorilla Trekking Experience, Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park Gorilla Trekking Experience, Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park Start early with breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for a detailed briefing on gorilla trekking etiquette. Led by experienced rangers, hike through the dense forest in search of one of the habituated gorilla families. Once found, you’ll spend up to one unforgettable hour in their presence—an experience of a lifetime. Return to your lodge for a well-deserved rest. Overnight at Travelers Rest Hotel or Similar. Main Destination: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas) Accommodation: Travellers Rest Hotel Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Golden Monkey Trekking, Mgahinga Gorilla NP - Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 3Golden Monkey Trekking, Mgahinga Gorilla NP - Queen Elizabeth National Park Golden Monkey Trekking, Mgahinga Gorilla NP - Queen Elizabeth National Park After an morning breakfast, transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla NP at Ntebeko for Golden Monkey Trekking and afterwards embark on a scenic drive through the picturesque Kigezi highlands and Ankole farmlands toward Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Virunga Volcanoes along the way. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and later head out for a game drive or opt for a relaxing boat trip, depending on arrival time. Overnight at Bush Lodge or similar. Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda) Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall) Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP ChimpanzeeOccasional ElephantCommon LionCommon BuffaloCommon HippoAbundant LeopardOccasional Show more GiraffeNone White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: The Bush Lodge (Banda) Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP +8 Photos +7 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Game drive & Boat Cruise safari, Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 4Game drive & Boat Cruise safari, Queen Elizabeth National Park Game drive & Boat Cruise safari, Queen Elizabeth National Park Begin the day with an early morning game drive through the Kasenyi Plains—prime territory for spotting lions, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, and more. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel. This waterway is famous for its dense concentration of wildlife and bird species, including hippos, crocodiles, and African fish eagles. Overnight at Bush Lodge or Similar. Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda) Accommodation: The Bush Lodge (Banda) Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Queen Elizabeth National Park - The Clarke Farm & Coffee Lodge
Day 5Queen Elizabeth National Park - The Clarke Farm & Coffee Lodge Queen Elizabeth National Park - The Clarke Farm & Coffee Lodge After a farewell game drive and breakfast, drive north toward Bugoma Forest and the serene Clarke Farm & Coffee Lodge. Unwind in the tranquil countryside, surrounded by coffee plantations and rolling hills. One of the best coffee farm within Uganda that offers varieties of coffee. Overnight at The Coffee Lodge. Main Destination: Bugoma Forest Reserve (Uganda) Best Time To Go December to February (Driest months) High Season June to September (But it’s seldom busy) Best Weather Accommodation: The Coffee Lodge Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps) +9 Photos +8 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Clarke Farm Coffee Experience & Leisure
Day 6Clarke Farm Coffee Experience & Leisure Clarke Farm Coffee Experience & Leisure Enjoy a full-day coffee experience on Clarke Farm. Discover the journey of Uganda’s finest beans—from seed to cup—on a guided farm tour. Take part in hands-on activities like coffee roasting and tasting. Spend your afternoon exploring the scenic trails, enjoying forest walks, biking, or relaxing with farm-to-table cuisine. Overnight at the coffee lodge or similar. Main Destination: Bugoma Forest Reserve (Uganda) Accommodation: The Coffee Lodge Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Clarke Farm & Coffee Lodge - Bugoma Forest (Chimpanzee Trekking ) - Hoima
Day 7Clarke Farm & Coffee Lodge - Bugoma Forest (Chimpanzee Trekking ) - Hoima Clarke Farm & Coffee Lodge - Bugoma Forest (Chimpanzee Trekking ) - Hoima Depart after breakfast and head to Bugoma Forest for your first chimpanzee trekking experience. Walk under the thick forest canopy guided by experts as you search for our closest genetic relatives. After the trek, continue to the town of Hoima. Overnight at Mica Eco Resort or Similar. Main Destination: Hoima (Town, Uganda) Accommodation: Miika Eco Resort Hotel Mid-range hotel located in Hoima (Town) +11 Photos +10 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Chimpanzee Trekking, Budongo Forest - Murchison Falls NP
Day 8Chimpanzee Trekking, Budongo Forest - Murchison Falls NP Chimpanzee Trekking, Budongo Forest - Murchison Falls NP After breakfast, proceed to Budongo Forest for a second chimpanzee trekking opportunity, offering a chance to compare two unique ecosystems. Later, drive to Murchison Falls National Park, stopping to witness the mighty falls where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge. Overnight at Pakuba Safari Lodge or similar. Main Destination: Budongo Forest (Chimps) Best Time To Visit April to August (Best for chimp trekking) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures) Wildlife in Budongo Forest ChimpanzeeCommon ElephantOccasional BuffaloOccasional LionVery Rare LeopardRare White RhinoNone Show more GiraffeNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP +5 Photos +4 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Game & Boat cruise Safari, Murchison Falls National Park
Day 9Game & Boat cruise Safari, Murchison Falls National Park Game & Boat cruise Safari, Murchison Falls National Park Start your day with a thrilling game drive across the park’s savanna, where you may encounter giraffes, lions, leopards, elephants, and antelope species. In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise up the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife along the way. Overnight at Pakuba Safari Lodge or Similar. Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda) Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures) Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP ChimpanzeeOccasional ElephantCommon GiraffeCommon LionCommon BuffaloCommon HippoAbundant Show more LeopardOccasional White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Murchison Falls Np - Ziwa Sanctuary- Entebbe
Day 10Murchison Falls Np - Ziwa Sanctuary- Entebbe Murchison Falls Np - Ziwa Sanctuary- Entebbe After an early breakfast, depart for Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided on-foot rhino tracking experience—completing your Big Five encounters. Continue your journey to Entebbe, where your guide will drop you off at the airport or your preferred location. End of Safari. Main Destination: Entebbe (City, Uganda) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Safari 2 Gorilla Tours, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change. The exact order, contents and rates of this to
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