Discover the incredible natural beauty, diverse wildlife, and rich cultures of Uganda and Rwanda on this immersive 7-day safari. Your journey begins in Entebbe, Uganda and takes you through iconic destinations including Bwindi national park for an unforgettable gorilla encounter.
Cross into Rwanda to explore the scenic landscapes of the Virunga mountains, enjoy activities like Golden Monkey tracking and a day of rest at the beautiful Lake Kivu.
Brief Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrival at Entebbe airport and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
DAY 2: Gorilla trekking and Batwa cultural visit
DAY 3: Transfer to Volcanoes NP Rwanda via Kisoro
DAY 4: Golden Monkey tracking and transfer to Lake Kivu
DAY 5: Lake Kivu boat cruise and activities
DAY 6: Transfer to Kigali
DAY 7: Kigali city tour and departure
Day by Day Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1: Arrival at Entebbe Airport and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
(524.km approximately 10 hour drive)
Your 7 days Safari begins with a warm reception at Entebbe International Airport, where the vibrant weather and hospitality of the country immediately greet you.
Our tour guide will warmly receive you and you’ll start on your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable national park. Upon arrival at the park, you’ll check in at your accommodation, unpack, have a meal and rest in preparation for the following day activities.
DAY 2: Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Visit
Early morning breakfast and transfer to park headquarters for a briefing on the gorilla trekking. You will be provided with drinking water and a walking stick before entering the forest sanctuary. Meet the gentle giants in their natural habitat, take pictures and watch them as they conduct themselves.
An hour spent with Gorillas is a unique experience. The duration of the trek depends on where the gorillas spent the previous night. In the evening, you can opt to go for a community visit in the Batwa village surrounding the park.
DAY 3: Transfer to Volcanoes NP Rwanda via Kisoro
(126.4km approximately 3-4 hours)
After a delicious breakfast, you’ll check out from the lodge and start your journey to Volcanoes National Park. You will have a long drive through the Virunga ranges from Uganda across the border to Rwanda.
Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes on your way to your accommodation. Upon arrival, check in, unpack, have a meal and rest for the night.
DAY 4: Golden Monkey tracking and transfer to Lake Kivu
(80km approximately 2 hours)
After a warm early morning breakfast, you will be picked by our safari driver guide who will transfer you to the park headquarters for briefing and start off your day golden monkey trekking. Just like the gorilla trekking experience, the same applies to golden monkey trekking though not so hectic like gorilla trekking.
You will later return to your lodge for lunch and then check out. Drive to Lake Kivu which is near the park and check in at your accommodation. Have dinner and rest for the night.
DAY 5: Lake Kivu boat cruise and activities
After a delicious breakfast, head out to the lake shores where you will have a morning boat cruise and visit the fishing villages and islands on Lake Kivu.
After the excursion, have lunch and return to your lodge to relax for the rest of the day. You can go swimming or just watch the sunset over the balcony of your room.
DAY 6: Transfer to Kigali
(156km approximately 2hr 30 min)
Have breakfast and then check out of your accommodation. Start on your journey to Kigali city, upon arrival check in at your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day.
DAY 7: Kigali city tour and departure
After breakfast, check out of your accommodation and head out for a Kigali city tour. You will visit the genocide memorial site, where you will learn more about the horrific 1994 genocide, and the Kimironko local market, where you will mingle with the locals and try to score a deal on the local produce.
Have lunch and later proceed to Kigali airport for your departure flight ending your 7-day Uganda and Rwanda safari.