Duration
11-Day
Accra, Botswana
11-Day Uganda Rwanda Wildife and Cultural Adventure Trip
Overview
Uganda Rwanda Wildife and Cultural Adventure Trip brings you home to explore uganda hidden gem of wildlife, through chimpanzee tracking, Queen elizabeth Np, gorilla trekking in Bwindi, Twin lakes of Ruhondo & Burera in Musanze, Kivu lake experience, Canopy walk in Nyungwe, Ethnographic museum ending with Kigali city tour.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Entebbe to Kigali
Via Kibale NP (Chimps), Queen Elizabeth NP, Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Country & park
Botswana
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
15 years
Activities
game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking & canoe/mokoro safaris
Accommodation
Mwamba Kelele Lodge Budget lodge less than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) – Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included – Day 2: All Meals Included +9 Photos +8 Photos - Budget lodge less than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda)
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$5,713 USD
$4,404 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$5,713 USD
$4,404 USD
Jan 1, 2028 - Dec 31, 2028
$5,713 USD
$4,404 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 15 years and older. Children under 18 receive a discount.
Quote flow
Request Guidance
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators ()
Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Uganda
Start
Entebbe (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Kibale NP (Chimps)
Day 3-4
Queen Elizabeth NP
Day 5-6
Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
country
Rwanda
Day 7
Ruhengeri (City)
Day 8
Lake Kivu
Day 9-10
Nyungwe NP (Chimps)
Day 11
Genocide Memorial (Kigali)
End
Kigali (Day 11)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour uses lodges and resorts.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 5 people per vehicle.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Cannot be customized
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Suitable for single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour, but it requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
15
Minimum age of 15 years
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking & canoe/mokoro safaris
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
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
Day 1-2
Mwamba Kelele Lodge Budget lodge less than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) – Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included – Day 2: All Meals Included +9 Photos +8 Photos
Budget lodge less than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda)
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3-4
Enshama Game Lodge
Mid-range lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5-6
Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse
Budget guest house just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
Fatima Hotel
Mid-range hotel in Ruhengeri (City, Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8
The Palm Beach Resort
Mid-range resort in Gisenyi (Lake Kivu, Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9
Chimpanzee Lodge
Budget hotel just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 10
Eagle View Lodge
Mid-range lodge in Kigali (Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 11
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast 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.
Day 1
Transfer to kibale forest national park
Departure: 8:00Am Activities: - Transfer to Kibale Forest National park- a primate capital of the world!. Located about 348km west of Kampala, - Enroute meals: green palace kyeggwa or Gardens restaurant-Fort portal city Optional: -Have walking tour in the local market -Have a walk to the King’s palace to catch views of Fort portal town and the Rwenzori mountains. Duration: 5-7 hours. Budget lodgeless than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Stay: Mwamba Kelele Lodge Budget lodgeless than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest National Park
Wake up early and ensure that you take heavy breakfast in preparation for a long day of activities. The key activity will be chimpanzee tracking during the Kanyanchu primates walk. The walk will expose you 3 Days Kibale Chimpanzee Tracking Safari to the thirteen primates found in Kibale National park and beautiful rain-forest, trees and butterflies. Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale starts with a briefing at the park office. The Rangers will locate the group by following their hoots and calls. Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale is more predictable compared to the ones in Nyungwe in Rwanda or Budongo forest in Murchison Falls National Park. They are easier to find than anywhere else in Uganda. 3 large communities of chimps have been habituated in Kibale forest. Follow the advance team and meet the great chimpanzee, take photos and return back. Optional activities: Top of the world hike Bigodi swamp walk for Bird watching Local wine brew. Budget lodgeless than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Stay: Mwamba Kelele Lodge Budget lodgeless than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National park
-Transfer to Queen Elizabeth Np Departure: 8:30am after your early morning breakfast, embark on the transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park beneath the Rwenzori mountain ranges, crossing through the equator line from the northern hemisphere to the southern hemisphere. you can have an enroute lunch at Tibz restaurant Katunguru and then proceed to the Park for an evening game drive before checking in at your lodge Activities: Optional: - Evening game drive -Twinlakes exploration. Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) 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 (Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Morning Game drive and afternoon Boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Have early breakfast and set off by 6.30am to go for the game drive in the beautiful Kasenyi plains which is the main animal watching area of the park. The game drive will last about 3-4 hours and some of the animals you expect to see include: elephants, buffaloes, lions, hyenas, antelopes, after return to the lodge for lunch and have some relaxation. Later you shall go for the afternoon boat safari on Kazinga Channel which is scheduled to start at 2.00pm. The cruise will bring you close to a range of wildlife along the banks of the channel, such as hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, monitor lizards. The channel offers incredible bird watching opportunities as several water birds flock the banks of the channel, like pelicans, herons, lapwings, plovers, African skimmers, fish eagles, kingfishers. The boat cruise is about 2 hours long. Drive through the scenic crater lakes region passing over ridges of various explosion craters enjoy panoramic views of landscape and animals. Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) 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 (Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park-Kisoro
Wake early morning and have breakfast. Check out your lodge and jump into the car for a transfer to Kisoro in Kigezi region. The drive will take you through the rolling hills that reward you with breathtaking views of the green landscapes. The drive will take about 5-7 hours southward of Uganda. You will enjoy lunch in Kabale town and later proceed to check-in at your booked lodge for an overnight stay, as you prepare for the gorilla trekking experience on the next day. Budget guest house just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse Budget guest house just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 6
Gorilla trekking and Batwa community experience
You will wake up very early to take breakfast. Our guide will pick you and take you to the park offices where you will be briefed and given information regarding gorillas trekking/tracking in Bwindi. You will be assigned a gorilla group and given an opportunity to hire a porter at a cost of 15USD depending on your physical fitness. Your lodge can arrange for you packed lunch and drinking water. Gorilla trekking takes anywhere from 2-6 hours depending on the location of your assigned gorilla family that particular day. Once you spot the gorillas, take as many photos as you can and try to follow instructions from the wardens/guides. After completing the trek, come back to your hotel, freshen up, eat/drink something and checkout. Thereafter, our guide will take you back to your hotel, or have lunch break as you wait to proceed on with the next activity of Batwa community, a traditional community of people who used to live in the Bwindi forest before eviction. Budget guest house just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse Budget guest house just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Transfer to Musanze in Rwanda through Cyanika border of Uganda Rwanda
After your late morning breakfast, prepare your travel documents as your going to cross the border, then your driver guide will transfer you to Musanze Ruhengeri, a drive that can take you 3-hours. You can plan to pass by the the twin lakes of Ruhondo and Burera for a relaxation boat cruise on Lake Ruhondo that offers you panoramic views of the great Virunga ranges straddling in Uganda, Rwanda and Democratic republic of Congo. Later proceed to your booked Lodge or Hotel In Musanze. Other Optional activities include; City tour of Musanze originally known as Ruhengeri, an important town in the northern province of Rwanda, that was changed as a result of trying to remove memories of the horrific genocide actions as well as easing administration. Dian Fossey grave. Though it requires almost full day but same level of physical fitness, Dian fossey was a great primatologist and was the first to study mountain gorillas in details. Mid-range hotel in Ruhengeri (City, Rwanda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Ruhengeri (City, Rwanda) Stay: Fatima Hotel Mid-range hotel in Ruhengeri (City, Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Visit to Gorilla Guardian village and cultural tour, Transfer to Lake Kivu in Rubavu
Early morning after break fast, check out and drive to a Gorilla Guardians Village lying at the foothills of Volcanoes national park, allows you immerse in the cultural experience that gifts visitors to learn about the community's efforts towards protecting gorillas and their habitat, traditional culture where you can participate in the local marriage activity, setting traditional fire, local wine brewing, as well as traditional dance. Here you can support the community by buying a souvenir for your lifetime and memorable tour. After, embark on the transfer to the Lake Kivu in Rubavu, a lake that lies in the riftvalley basin separating Rwanda and Congo, thriving along the bustling cities of Rubavu bordering Goma in the north Kivu and Cyangungu Bukavu in the southern side of Lake Kivu Rwanda Check in at your lodge, relax and have an overnight stay. You can decide to have a high speed boat ride or an evening walk along the Lake shores. Mid-range resort in Gisenyi (Lake Kivu, Rwanda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Kivu (Rwanda) Stay: The Palm Beach Resort Mid-range resort in Gisenyi (Lake Kivu, Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
Lake Kivu and Transfer to Nyungwe National Park
Wake up and enjoy your morning breakfast, Then embark on a journey to explore Lake Kivu's emerald's green waters which is said to cover an area of 2,700km2. The lake is the sixth largest in Africa and presents as the largest Lake in Rwanda, lying in the Great Rift Valley of East AFrica. You will have options of activities to engage in as you plan to discover the hiden gems of Lake Kivu such as Kayaking, Cycling along the Lake Kivu serene roads, boat cruise to some unique Islanda like Napoleon Island, Amahoro Island or explore the most scenic beach in Karongi town, just a 100km drive away from Rubavu. You will then proceed with transfer to Nyungwe National park immediately after your morning activity, as you enjoy your packed lunch, then check in at your booked hotel for overnight stay. Budget hotel just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Nyungwe National Park (Chimps) Stay: Chimpanzee Lodge Budget hotel just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 10
Canopy walk in Nyungwe National Park and Transfer to Kigali city
Yet another adventurous journey than before, after your early morning break fast, drive to the park reception Uwinka for briefing about the park activities, canopy walk experience, safety procedures, ask questions for further clarification and guidance before starting off the descend to the start of the canopy walk suspended bridge. Canopy walk, suspended above a ravine in the lush montane rainforest of Nyungwe Np, the walk provides an exhilarating perspective on the ancient treetops and wildlife. Going through the Igishigishigi trail, meet the 160m long and 70m high suspension bridge that pumps your adrenaline before a single climb. Enjoy the walk over the bridge as you take photos of this experience, With thirteen species of primates living in the park, your spot some while watching from the sky, although those seeking them opt for a dedicated primate visit. Walk back to the reception and embark on transfer to Kigali via Ethnographic museum in Butare as well as lunch break. Mid-range lodge located in Kigali (Rwanda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Nyungwe National Park (Chimps) Stay: Eagle View Lodge Mid-range lodge located in Kigali (Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 11
Kigali city tour-Kigali Genocide Museum and Airport transfer
The city tour takes you to some sites such local city market like Kemironko, to experiience the sights and sounds of a busy day in Rwanda. Here the markets are teeming with shops and merchandise and hence easy to access some items, Proceed to the Genocide Memorial Centre where you meet an artisan shop with lots of souvenirs, walk inside the Museum house. The Memorial is indeed a place where survivors feel whole and complete with their loved ones again. It's a center where Rwanda commemorates the 1994 Rwandan genocide. Located on Gisozi hill, is where the mass grave of 250,000 people are interred. The center through collaboration and partnership was built and opened in 2004, now a UNESCO world heritage. The extreme rising from misinformation and disinformation among the Hutu and Tutsi during the Belgian colonial rule which according to reports led to racialization among the Hutu, Tutsi and Twa ethnic groups. Finally walk inside to explore more events as you depart to the airport. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kigali Genocide Memorial (Kigali, Rwanda) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinking water (Other 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)
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)
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
Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Getting There
This tour starts in Entebbe, Uganda and ends in Kigali, Rwanda
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to Entebbe Airport (EBB - Check price)
Fly back 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
Offered by
Bujuku Eco Tours & Travel
4.9 operator rating
15 reviews
Bujuku Eco Tours and Travel Ltd is a Uganda Tour Operator that offers the best budget safaris and Luxury East Africa safaris i.e; Uganda, Rwanda safari packages & custom holiday packages with Chimpanzee and Gorilla trekking, Mountain climbing, Birding excursions, Game drives, Boat cruises, sightseeing & hotels activities, Wildlife safaris, visa processing, guiding and Airport transfers.
Office In
Uganda
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2018)
Tour Types
Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
Destinations
Congo (DRC), Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Johnson our guide was an exceptional human being who took pride in showing us his country.
Johnson was our guide and driver for our 12 days in Uganda. I had asked for specific activities for all our days. This was my 3rd time in Uganda. He helped plan every day, so it was full and exciting. Our days were planned to the maximum. I wanted to hike, explore the mountain trails, eat local fruits, visit my friends in Kasese and make a trip to the local hospital to visit a small child we support. Our 3 days of safari trips were wonderful. He even accommodated me when I asked if we could share our jeep with children we support. One morning on the way to Queen Elizabeth NP there was a man with his stranded motor bike standing on the side of the road. Johnson stopped and asked if he was OK. He told us it was not safe standing alone on the road near the QENP area. He offered to give the man enough gasoline to get him into town to the station. Many persons might not have stopped. I was very impressed with his willingness to help this person. He even offered to pay a bill for me because I did not have the correct amount. I cannot tell you how much I was impressed with this young man. I plan to see him for my next trip back to Uganda.
Bev Cavera · United States
Very good quality of the service for reasonable price including security.
Excelent team and professional guides. Friendly people. Well managed. Clear communication and correct deal. Fast, faultless and flexible organisation and arrangement. We did a trek in January 2024 in Rwenzori mountains, started from Kasanzi region through camps of Kasanzi, Bekambo, Lami, John Maata hut, Elena hut to Margherita peak, then back to John Maata hut through Irene lake hut and out of the park along the Central cirquit, Bujuku and Mubuku river with lunch in Nyabitaba hut. 7 days, 6 nights in the mountains. We had 2 guides, cooks, porters and 2 rangers. Vladi, Czechia.
Vladimir · Czech Republic
Fantastic
Had a fantastic time climbing Margherita Peak! Polite, Knowledgeable, well-organized team. Hope to be back!
Raphael · United Kingdom
Incredible, amazing, professional
Reliable, great communication, incredible people, so kind, everything was amazing and I can’t wait to come back!!!!
Katby · United States
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
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 15 years and older. Children under 18 receive a discount.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
The accommodations and destinations of this tour cannot be changed.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Mwamba Kelele Lodge Budget lodge less than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) – Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included – Day 2: All Meals Included +9 Photos +8 Photos - Budget lodge less than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda). Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
How does the quote request work?
We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators () Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
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Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Bujuku Eco Tours & Travel , not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
This group tour requires a minimum of 2 people to run.
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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