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5-Day Gorillas and Wildlife Safari in Uganda from Kigali

Accra, Botswana

5-Day Gorillas and Wildlife Safari in Uganda from Kigali

5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews Offered by Kurikayo Africa Adventures 5-Day

Overview

Our 5-day gorillas and wildlife safari take you to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for gorilla tracking. Afterward, you'll transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for game drives and a boat cruise on the Kazinga channel. Kazinga Channel connects Lake George and Lake Edward in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda.

Plan snapshot

Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

5-Day

Route

Kigali to Kigali

Via Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas), Queen Elizabeth NP

Country & park

Botswana

Style

Safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

16 years

Activities

game drives & gorilla trekking

Accommodation

Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge - Budget lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

Meals

Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; All Meals Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

Request quote

Currency

USD

5-Day Gorillas and Wildlife Safari in Uganda from Kigali
Accra visual context for this itinerary.

Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $3,520 USD $2,750 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027 $3,520 USD $2,750 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

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 16 years and older.

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Route

Tour route map
country Rwanda
Start Kigali (Day 1)
country Uganda
Day 1-2 Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Day 3-4 Queen Elizabeth NP
country Rwanda
End Kigali (Day 5)

Tour Features

Budget tour

This budget tour uses lodges.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

16
Minimum age of 16 years

The minimum age for this tour is 16 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives & gorilla trekking
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & boat
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge

Day 1-2

Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge

Budget lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included

Rushaga Gorilla Havens LodgeRushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
Enshama Game Lodge

Day 3-4

Enshama Game Lodge

Mid-range lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Day 5

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 1

Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Our driver-guide will pick you up from Kigali, and drive you to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. You'll make a quick stopover in Kabale town for lunch. Later, you'll proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You will check in the lodge, have dinner later in the evening, and sleep to prepare for the next day. Budget lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge Budget lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 2

Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After an early morning breakfast, with your packed lunch and drinking water, your driver-guide will drive you to Rushaga Park Headquarters for briefing at about 7:30 am. Your ranger guides will lead you through the thick creepers and undergrowth as you trek to find the gorillas. The steep landscape is incredibly dense but characterized by many animal trails allowing access to tourists. The amount of time you take during the trek entirely depends on the movement of the gorillas. It is an extraordinary feeling being with these beautiful yet endangered creatures. Upon finding them, you will spend an hour in their presence, taking pictures and monitoring their behavior. After, you'll head back to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight. Budget lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge Budget lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 3

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, you will transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park situated in Western Uganda arriving in time for lunch at Enshama Game Lodge. After, lunch, you will have a moment to relax before you proceed for an evening game drive in the savannah plains of Kasenyi. At the Kasenyi plains, you will sport herds of buffaloes, elephants, and antelopes, and some big cats such as lions and leopards can be spotted based on the luck of the day. You will return to your lodge for an overnight stay. Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda) Stay: Enshama Game Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Morning Game and Afternoon Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel

Day 4

Morning Game and Afternoon Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel

On this day, you will head back to the plains of Kasenyi for yet another morning game drive to try and find what you could have missed during the previous game drive. You'll go for lunch at the lodge. After lunch, you will head to the jetty along the Kazinga Channel for the afternoon boat cruise. This cruise offers you chances to view animals like hippos, elephants, buffaloes, crocodiles, and many species of water birds. Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda) Stay: Enshama Game Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Transfer back to Kigali to End the Safari

Day 5

Transfer back to Kigali to End the Safari

After your morning breakfast, you will drive back to Kigali marking the end of the safari. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included

Destination: Kigali (Rwanda) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinks not included

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

Gorilla 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)

Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Kigali
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Kigali Airport (KGL - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Kurikayo Africa Adventures
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Kurikayo Africa Adventures

5.0 operator rating 5 reviews

Kurikayo Africa Adventures offers unforgettable, tailor-made safaris across East Africa, blending wildlife, culture, and adventure. Based in the heart of the region, we provide authentic experiences guided by passionate local experts. What sets us apart is our deep commitment to community empowerment. A portion of every safari supports programs that uplift young women in local communities through education and skills training. Travel with purpose. Explore Africa. Empower futures

Office In

Uganda

Size

1-5 employees (Founded in 2024)

Tour Types

Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day

Destinations

Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda

Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
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He cares about having the best experience

I found kurikayo after i search for an apes trip in Rwanda-Uganda. From the start the communication was excellent! I had troubles with the payment and they try to help me and to find other solutions. All the experiences was amazing, although the journeys were long, we ahad fun. Stuart the guide was carring, was funny and especially was so experienced- he knows everything! For conclusion- amazing!

Shay · Israel

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Very professional agency, excursion and lodge always top notch. The guide Stuart is a rare gem.

I just came back from an incredible trip to Uganda and… WOW. This country is pure magic! The landscapes look like they came straight out of a documentary, huge lakes, forests where you half expect Tarzan to show up… and most of all, animals everywhere! 🦒🦍🦁 I had one of the most beautiful moments of my life locking eyes with a mountain gorilla – I swear we almost became best friends. Between safaris, I saw elephants, lions, giraffes, hippos… it’s basically a live-action animal kingdom. And the absolute highlight: a huge thank you to our guide Stuart 🙌. Not only does he know Uganda like the back of his hand – every path, every animal, every hidden spot – but he also has a heart of gold. Always smiling, funny, attentive, and eager to share his love for his country, he turned this trip into a truly unique and meaningful experience. Honestly, if you’re looking for a trip that combines adventure, nature, and unforgettable emotions, Uganda should be at the very top of your list. It’s a country that grabs your hand and leaves you with stars in your eyes ✨.

Photo by Quentin
Photo by Quentin
Photo by Quentin
Photo by Quentin

Quentin · France

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This tour operator makes your trips a dream

I just returned from this magnificent country and I must say it was an unforgettable experience. Uganda is truly a rare gem of Africa, with breathtaking landscapes, dense tropical forests, immense lakes, and, above all, incredible wildlife in the various parks we visited. I was lucky enough to see gorillas in the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and chimpanze in kibale ,a magical and moving moment. As well as elephants, lions, giraffes, hippos, and even leopards during the safaris. The people are incredibly kind and always ready to share their culture and history. A huge thank you to our guide Stuart, who made this trip even more special with his passion, knowledge, and sense of adventure. 🙏 If you're looking for a unique, authentic, and emotionally charged destination, I highly recommend Uganda. It’s a journey that reconnects you with nature and leaves you with memories for life. 🦍🌿🦒

Photo by Megane
Photo by Megane
Photo by Megane
Photo by Megane

Megane · France

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Fun guide

If you are looking for a fun guide who has an interest in helping you capture that perfect shot then look no further. Stewart is a wonderful guide who has a keen interest in photography and now runs his own safari business. Last August I spent a fun day with Stewart as my guide on Ugandas Lake Bunyoni.

Cruising Lake Bunyonyi
Lake Bunyonyi
Fishermen on the lake

Val · Australia

Practical answers

Tour FAQs

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Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 16 years and older.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request changes to this tour.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge - Budget lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP). Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Kigali

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Operator policy

Terms and Conditions

Booking terms

Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Kurikayo Africa Adventures, 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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