Duration
9-Day
Accra, Botswana
The 9 Days Uganda & Rwanda Safari adventure will start in Entebbe, Uganda & end in Rwanda. During this safari, you will have the opportunity to visit 4 National Parks: Kibale Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Volcanoes National Park, and also visit both Kampala City, which is the Capital Town of Uganda, and Kigali, the Capital Town of Rwanda before ending this trip. Any adjustments to the itinerary are possible for your comfort.
Plan snapshot
Duration
9-Day
Route
Entebbe to Kigali (Kigali)
Via Kampala (City), Bigodi Wetland (Kibale NP), Kibale NP (Chimps)
Country & park
Botswana
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
15 years
Activities
game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Accommodation
Humura Resorts - Mid-range hotel in Kampala (City, Uganda) – Dinner Included
Meals
Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Day 1
Mid-range hotel in Kampala (City, Uganda) – Dinner Included
Dinner Included
Day 2-3
Mid-range tented camp just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Mid-range lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5-6
Mid-range lodge just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8
Mid-range hotel in Kigali (Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, the company rep will be waiting to receive you and then transfer you to Kampala. You will have a pre-safari briefing on this day to answer all your queries and get all clarifications about the safari. Dependent on your time of arrival, you will enjoy an afternoon tour of Kampala with a visit to the 4Africa Offices, one of the local community initiatives that helps improve the lives of women and children through Craft. There are plenty of beautiful souvenirs you can purchase from purses, necklaces, animated stuffed Knit dolls & so much more Arrivals on Wed, Fri & Sunday, the evenings will be spent at Ndere Cultural Centre, taking you around Ugandan Culture through Music & Dance. African Buffet dinner will be served before proceeding to the overnight stay at Humura Resort or Similar. Mid-range hotel in Kampala (City, Uganda) Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
You'll have an early morning breakfast, after which you will check out and transfer to Kibale National Park. You'll arrive in time for lunch at Kibale Forest Camp. Later in the afternoon, you'll transfer for the 3-hr nature walk in the Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary. The “Home of the Great Blue Turaco” is a real bird watcher’s paradise. This wonderful place shelters over 200 species of birds. Furthermore, the sanctuary is the home of 8 species of primates. You'll return to Kibale Forest Camp in the evening to settle in for dinner and an overnight stay. Mid-range tented camp just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
After breakfast, it’s an early start to the Kibale Forest National Park headquarters, arriving by 8:00 am to track the habituated Chimps. These engaging apes, our closest living relative, are great fun to watch as they play and fight in the fruit trees. The experienced guides will introduce you to the different members of the chimp families, as well as the birds and plant life of the forest. You'll return to the lodge in time for lunch. You'll enjoy an afternoon tour of the crater lakes within the area. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Kibale Forest Camp or Similar. Mid-range tented camp just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
You'll have breakfast and check out, transferring to Queen Elizabeth N.P going via the Kasese Equator monument site. You will enjoy a game viewing drive into the Park. You'll have an early lunch and by 2:00 pm, depart for the boat ride along the Kazinga Channel. This ride lasts 3 hours with so much to see: buffaloes, hippos, Nile Crocodile, birds by the channel, and local fishing villages. This is the main water point of this area, so plenty of animals come. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at Marafiki Safari Lodge or Similar. Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
After breakfast, you will check out of Marafiki Safari Lodge, going via the Ishasha Lion Tree climbing area on your way to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Ruhija. The drive is scenic. There will be a stop en route for lunch. You'll be arriving late afternoon to check in, have dinner, and an overnight stay at Bakiga Lodge or Similar. Mid-range lodge just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
You'll have an early morning transfer to the trailhead in the national park, where you will join your group for a briefing before setting off on the trek. As the gorillas move constantly searching for food, the trek duration will vary, and the anticipation and the beauty of the forest make it all worthwhile. After the gorillas have been located, you will spend an amazing hour in their company. You'll return to your lodge later in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Breakfast, lunch, and overnight stay will be at Bakiga Lodge or Similar. Mid-range lodge just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Breakfast and check out from Bakiga Lodge to start your journey into Rwanda. For immigration purposes, you will go via the Cyanika Border, where you will obtain clearance & Visas into Rwanda at this point for Usd 50 per person. You'll have a stop at Migano Cafe & Hotel for lunch. Then, you'll proceed to the Dian Fossey Museum located in Musanze, just outside Volcanoes National Park. The Museum was founded by the Karisoke Research Center & was initially operated by Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund International. Both the research center & gorilla fund were founded in remembrance of Dian Fossey. This gorilla museum holds several photographs, historic objects, information, and various interactive activities about mountain gorilla conservation and protection. The exhibit center is considered a must-visit after or before gorilla trekking. The visit will last approximately 3 hours. After the visit, you'll proceed to check in, rest, have dinner, and stay overnight at Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge. Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
After breakfast, you'll transfer to Volcanoes National Park for the hike to the Dian Fossey Tomb. The hike begins at the slopes of Mt Bisoke & upon arrival at the Tomb site, you will be briefed and educated about Dian Fossey, who sacrificed her life to save themountain gorillas that were hunted so much at the time. The hike also offers views of the park as you go higher. You'll see golden monkeys, elephants, buffalo, antelope, and birds. The hike lasts approximately 3-4hrs and we advise guests to have on comfortable, natural colored clothing and good hiking shoes. There will also be a 1-hour stop at the Gorilla Guardians village, which is also known as Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village, meaning ‘treasure of our home’. The village gives an insight into the everyday lives of the village communities in ancient Rwanda without leaving out their music & danc. You'll return to La Bamboo for lunch before proceeding to Kigali. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at Urban by City Blue – Kigali. Mid-range hotel located in Kigali (Rwanda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
After breakfast in the morning, you'll transfer to the Genocide Memorial site. Rwanda cannot write its history without mentioning what it went through, and this site reminds her of how many people had to lose their lives for the Country to stand right now. The memorial gardens provide a place for quiet contemplation about the history of the Genocide against the Tutsi. They allow visitors to reflect on how we all have a personal responsibility to prevent discrimination and mass atrocity. The Centre also provides support for survivors, in particular orphans and widows. You will have a guided tour of this site. There will be a stop for lunch before proceeding to the airport for your departure flight. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Park fees (For non-residents)
Gorilla permits(One per person, non-resident)
Chimp permits(One per person, non-resident)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$15.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Offered by
Activentures Africa Safaris - is a Safari Operator offering authentic & eco-friendly tours in Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania & Seychelles. We offer custom itineraries for discerning travelers, focusing on authentic wildlife experiences, cultural immersion, & eco-conscious operations with a portion of profits supporting conservation and community initiatives. We curate trips that range from budget to luxury, including gorilla trekking, wildlife viewing, and hot air balloon rides.
Offices In
Uganda, United States
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2008)
Member Of
AUTO & UTB
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Rwanda, Seychelles, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5An excellent trip, top-notch organization, a fantastic driver, and perfect hotel choices. Excellent value for money. We loved it!!! (automatic translation from French)
Sebastien · Djibouti
I have traveled to over 80Countries and used countless coordinators and Dianah and her team are absolutely the best. My wife and I recently traveled to Ethiopia, Uganda, and Rawanda for 3 weeks on a trip organized by Dianah. Everything was perfect. Our Driver/Guides, Richard and Robert are both excellent English speakers and very knowledgeable guides as well. Their vehicles are well maintained, clean and comfortable Land Cruisers. The lodges Dianah selected were first class…. With super friendly staff and excellent dining. Trekking to observe Silver Backs up close in the wild is an exhilarating experience I will never forget. I can’t wait to work with Dianah on a future African adventure!
Jeff · United States
My husband and I were married in a civil ceremony in 1993 and di not have time or money for a honeymoon. For many years we have dreamed of a safari to make memories that we could reflect on as we grow older. A chance meeting with Musa led to the safari adventure of our dreams! I spoke with Musa about what our ideal safari adventure would look like and what we wanted to experience. He and Diana put together an adventure that was everything we wanted and so much more. They suggested things that we hadn't even thought of. From the moment we boarded the Kenya Airlines flight to commerce to the beautiful continent of Africa until the last moment when we arrived back in New York, everything was perfect. I am a very "hands-on" planner and this was an adventure of which I had no concept of what to expect. The experienced team at Activenures knew just how to put together the most amazing experiences and anticipated all of our needs before we had even thought about them. Their collective knowledge was so helpful in planning and executing our dream anniversary trip. They did not miss any details. Our accommodations were amazing, comfortable and well planned. Our safety was considered a number one priority. So much so, that we never even considered it because we felt so safe and comfortable that we never had to. The people who were assigned to guide us through Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda were extremely professional and their knowledge was unmatched. Musatu was our guide for the majority of our safari and we found him to be so very knowledgeable and seasoned. He was simply delightful and went above and beyond to show us his beautiful country with its amazing animals and even more amazing people. The people of Africa are so gentle and kind. We felt very welcome at every place we visited. We are so grateful to Activentures, Musa, Diana and Musatu for helping us realize our dream of getting to experience Africa in a way that was so personal and memorable. We can't say enough about the amazing experience that these folks put together for us. The 16 days we spent in Africa were so memorable without any glitches, without any problems and without any mix-ups. This is the kind of service you can only get with people who have a lot of experience with what they do. We will carry our African adventure in our hearts for the rest of our lives!
Mrs Sharon Howell · United States
Practical answers
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Humura Resorts - Mid-range hotel in Kampala (City, Uganda) – Dinner Included. Meals: Dinner Included
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Operator policy
This tour is offered by Activentures Africa Safaris, 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 tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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