10 Days / 9 Nights

Countries: Uganda & Rwanda

Style: Primates • Nature • Soft Adventure

Best for: Wildlife enthusiasts, couples, slow-travel lovers

Comfort level: Midrange (upgradeable)

Trip Overview

This carefully paced cross-border journey focuses on East Africa’s most extraordinary primate encounters, linking Uganda’s rainforests with Rwanda’s volcanic highlands.

The itinerary begins in Uganda with chimpanzee trekking in lush forest landscapes before moving south through savannah and crater-lake scenery. The highlight is a gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, followed by a smooth border crossing into Rwanda and a relaxed finale in the misty foothills of the Virunga volcanoes.

With only one border crossing, multiple two-night stays, and a clear focus on forests rather than constant park-hopping, this tour offers deep, meaningful wildlife encounters without logistical pressure.

Highlights

• Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park
  
  
• Scenic savannah landscapes in Queen Elizabeth National Park
  
  
• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  
  
• Volcanic scenery in Volcanoes National Park
  
  
• Relaxed cross-border route from Uganda to Rwanda
  
  

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Entebbe (Uganda)

Arrival at Entebbe International Airport. Meet & greet by your private guide and transfer to your hotel near Lake Victoria.

Overnight: Entebbe | Hotel

Meals: Dinner

Day 2 – Entebbe → Kibale Forest National Park

Drive west through rural countryside and tea plantations toward Kibale Forest. Afternoon at leisure or optional community walk.

Overnight: Kibale area | Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 – Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale

Morning chimpanzee trekking with experienced park rangers. Afternoon at leisure to relax or explore the forest surroundings.

Overnight: Kibale area | Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4 – Kibale → Queen Elizabeth National Park

Drive south into Queen Elizabeth National Park. Afternoon game drive across open savannah plains.

Overnight: Queen Elizabeth area | Safari lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5 – Queen Elizabeth National Park

Morning game drive followed by an afternoon boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, known for dense hippo and birdlife.

Overnight: Queen Elizabeth area | Safari lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6 – Queen Elizabeth → Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Scenic drive through hills and rural villages to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Afternoon at leisure to prepare for the trek.

Overnight: Bwindi area | Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7 – Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

Early morning gorilla trekking experience (permit included). Afternoon at leisure for rest and reflection.

Overnight: Bwindi area | Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8 – Bwindi → Volcanoes National Park (Rwanda)

Cross the border into Rwanda and continue to the Volcanoes National Park region. Afternoon at leisure with volcano views.

Overnight: Volcanoes NP area | Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9 – Volcanoes National Park (Golden Monkeys or Leisure)

Morning golden monkey trekking or optional cultural experience. Afternoon at leisure.

Overnight: Volcanoes NP area | Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10 – Volcanoes → Kigali Departure

Morning transfer to Kigali. Optional short city tour depending on flight time, followed by departure.

Meals: Breakfast

Pricing (USD per person)

Based on midrange lodges, private guide & vehicle, and current permit fees

Prices are indicative and subject to permit availability and seasonal lodge rates.

Price Includes

• All accommodation (9 nights, midrange)
  
  
• All meals as specified
  
  
• Private vehicle with professional guide
  
  
• Chimpanzee trekking permit (Uganda)
  
  
• Gorilla trekking permit (Uganda – Bwindi)
  
  
• Golden monkey trekking permit (Rwanda)
  
  
• All park and conservation fees
  
  
• Kazinga Channel boat safari
  
  
• Cross-border logistics and assistance
  
  
• Airport transfers
  
  

Price Excludes

• International flights
  
  
• Visa fees (Uganda & Rwanda)
  
  
• Travel insurance
  
  
• Drinks & personal expenses
  
  
• Optional activities
  
  
• Tips & gratuities