Duration
13-Day
Accra, Botswana
13-Day Uganda Rwanda Safari
Overview
This Prestigious Combined Uganda and Rwanda safari takes you across Uganda's borders to Rwanda --famously known as a country of "A thousand Hills and a Million Smiles." You will compare the unique features of Uganda and Rwanda, from the gorillas both countries share, the green vegetation cover, and the rolling hills and valleys. You will meet eye-to-eye with the amazing gorillas and chimpanzees in their natural habitat, one of Africa's major highlights.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Entebbe to Kigali (Kigali)
Via Murchison Falls NP, Kibale NP (Chimps), Queen Elizabeth NP
Country & park
Botswana
Style
Mid-range safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Accommodation
Papyrus Guest House - Mid-range guest house in Entebbe (City, Uganda) – Dinner Included
Meals
Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$7,751 USD
$5,594 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$7,751 USD
$5,594 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is not available to groups larger than 4 people.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.
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 2-3
Murchison Falls NP
Day 4
Kibale NP (Chimps)
Day 5-6
Queen Elizabeth NP
Day 7-8
Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
country
Rwanda
Day 9
Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
Day 10
Lake Kivu
Day 11-12
Nyungwe NP (Chimps)
End
Kigali (Kigali) (Day 13)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and guest houses.
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 minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
18
Minimum age of 18 years
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Papyrus Guest House
Mid-range guest house in Entebbe (City, Uganda) – Dinner Included
Dinner Included
Day 2-3
Pakuba Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge inside Murchison Falls NP (Uganda) – All Meals Included +11 Photos +10 Photos
Mid-range lodge inside Murchison Falls NP (Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Mid-range guest house just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5-6
The Bush Lodge
Mid-range lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Mid-range lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8
Ichumbi Hotel - Kisoro
Mid-range hotel 1-2hr drive from Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 9
Classic Resort Lodge
Mid-range hotel less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 10
Cormoran Lodge
Mid-range lodge at Lake Kivu (Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 11-12
Munazi Lodge
Mid-range lodge inside Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 13
End of tour
(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.
Day 1
Arrival
You'll meet and greet at Entebbe International Airport where your Uganda Rwanda Safari will start by our representative who will warmly welcome you and facilitate seamless arrival formalities. You will then be transferred to your hotel where you will be briefed about your adventure safari. Depending on the time of arrival you are advised to have money changed on this day and time allowing you may go for a city tour with the help of our Uganda Rwanda Safari driver-guide, visit the shopping Malls Around town, and craft villages to get items which you may need while in upcountry. Mid-range guest house in Entebbe (City, Uganda) Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Entebbe (City, Uganda) Stay: Papyrus Guest House Mid-range guest house in Entebbe (City, Uganda) Meals: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park through Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
You'll have breakfast and drive north to Murchison Falls with a stopover at Nakasongola Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an opportunity to track rhinos on foot. You will later have lunch in a selected restaurant. Then, you will proceed through Masindi to the park. Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP (Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda) Stay: Pakuba Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP (Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Sundowner Boat Safari – Hike to the top of the Falls
You'll wake up early in the morning for your guided game drive on the northern bank of the River Nile in your open-roof vehicle which will give you an excellent opportunity to view and photograph the diverse wildlife. Your guide will help you spot elephants, lions, cape buffalos, Rothchild’s giraffes, hartebeests, waterbucks, oribis, bushbucks, bohor reedbuck, hyenas, and if you are lucky, leopard. After lunch, you'll have a guided return boat cruise upstream the calm Victoria Nile to the base of the falls stopping just a few meters from the “Devil’s Cauldron.‟ You'll marvel at the schools of hippos, and crocodiles, and over the 17km stretch you may see elephants, waterbucks, and Uganda Kob. This is also the zone of many birds, species like the goliath heron, Egyptian goose, pelican bee-eater, kingfisher, hornbill, cormorant, and the rare shoebill stork. Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP (Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda) Stay: Pakuba Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP (Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Transfer to Kibale National Park via Lake Albert Fishing Village
After breakfast, you'll transfer to Lake Albert at the Fishing village to see the local methods used for harvesting fish and mixing with the local communities. You'll proceed to Kibale National Park through verdant homesteads and tea estates, you Will reach early and relax whole afternoon as you wait for your meals. Mid-range guest house just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Stay: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge Mid-range guest house just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Chimpanzee Tracking & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, you'll transfer to the starting point of your chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale National Park. Kibale is the best reserve in Africa to view chimpanzees, a thick jungle with a towering canopy. The forest is reputable for having the greatest variety and highest concentration of primates in East Africa. The most famous of its 13 species is the chimpanzee, man’s closest relative. Kibale's 1450 chimpanzees represent Uganda’s largest population of this endangered primate. You'll enjoy this Uganda-Rwanda safari-guided nature walk in the tropical rainforest in search of wild chimpanzees and birds. Kibale is also home to the rare I‟Hoest‟s monkey, the black and white Colobus, the blue monkey, the grey-cheeked mangabey, the red-tailed monkey, the olive baboon, and more. Although chimp sightings are not guaranteed, visitors stand a good chance of hearing and seeing our distant cousins as they gloom and bond with one another. 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: The Bush Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Safari on Kazinga Channel into Lake Edward
Queen Elizabeth National Park’s diverse ecosystem of grassy plains, tropical forests, rivers, swamps, lakes, and volcanic craters is home to an incredible abundance of wildlife. You'll have an early morning lion-tracking activity alongside the researchers who will provide you with in-depth information about lions and the surroundings, here you will enjoy an opportunity to view the massive Rwenzori as a backdrop, which provides an excellent chance to spot more lions as well as a leopard, giant forest hog, Cape buffalo, elephant, defassa waterbuck, Uganda Kob, topi, and bushbuck. After lunch, you'll have a Uganda Rwanda Safari boat Safari on the Kazinga Channel into Lake Edward. This trip passes through possibly the highest concentration of hippos and this launch/cruise offers an excellent platform for photography, bird watching, and wildlife viewing. The prolific birdlife is colorful and stupendous, with well over 550 resident species. 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: The Bush Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After your morning breakfast, you'll have a transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, the drive takes you through the Switzerland of Africa area known as the Kigezi Highlands with its terraced hillside and winding roads to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park arriving in the afternoon. Mid-range lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Gorilla Tracking Experience – Transfer to Mgahinga National Park
After an early breakfast, you'll depart to the starting point for a briefing about your gorilla trekking adventure after which you will be led by experienced gorilla trackers on the slopes of the volcanoes. You will start Uganda Rwanda Safari from the site where the gorillas were encountered the day before and from here the gorilla tracking begins. Although the hike can be physically demanding, the anticipation of the exciting experience ahead is amazing, and the beauty of the gorilla forest and its inhabitants is fascinating. One of Africa’s major highlights is when you encounter these gentle apes. It is a humbling experience to stand just meters from man’s distant cousins as they eat rest, play, and bond with their young ones. Follow the mountain gorillas as they range freely in the impenetrable forest, and discover their gorgeous natural habits and the many species they share it with. You are allowed an hour with the gorillas before finally sloping down back to your lodge. Mid-range hotel1-2hr drive from Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Ichumbi Hotel - Kisoro Mid-range hotel1-2hr drive from Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
Golden Monkey Tracking and Transfer to Rwanda
After breakfast, you'll transfer to Mgahinga forest, and through the bamboo thickets you will come face to face with the golden monkeys, you may pay an extra fee of about $3 per person to climb a viewing Platform. Later, you'll cross the border to Rwanda where you will spend the night in Ruhengeri at the fringes of Volcanoes National Park. Mid-range hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Classic Resort Lodge Mid-range hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 10
Diana Fossey Grave Hike – Transfer to Lake Kivu, (Optional) Sunset Boat Cruise
After an early breakfast, you will proceed for the Dian Fossey Grave hike in Volcanoes National Park. Accompanied by a ranger guide, the hike takes you through the forested slopes of the Virunga Mountains to the former Karisoke Research Center where the renowned primatologist Dian Fossey carried out her gorilla conservation work. Along the way, enjoy beautiful scenery and learn about her remarkable legacy in mountain gorilla protection. After the hike, return and transfer to Lake Kivu, one of Africa’s Great Lakes, enjoying scenic views of the Rwandan countryside en route. Upon arrival, you will check in at your lodge and relax. If you are interested, Optional at an extra cost, enjoy a relaxing sunset boat cruise on the lake, offering beautiful views of the surrounding hills, islands, and fishing communities. Mid-range lodge located at Lake Kivu (Rwanda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Kivu (Rwanda) Stay: Cormoran Lodge Mid-range lodge located at Lake Kivu (Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 11
Transfer to Nyungwe National Park
After breakfast, you will check out of the lodge and depart Lake Kivu for Nyungwe National Park, enjoying a scenic drive through Rwanda’s beautiful rolling hills, rural landscapes, and vibrant local communities. Along the way, you may have brief stopovers for photography and refreshments as you continue towards the southern part of the country. Upon arrival at Nyungwe National Park, you will check in at your lodge and spend the rest of the day at leisure, surrounded by the peaceful rainforest environment. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge. Mid-range lodge inside Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Nyungwe National Park (Chimps) Stay: Munazi Lodge Mid-range lodge inside Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 12
Canopy Walk - Evening Relaxation
After breakfast, you will proceed to Nyungwe National Park for the exciting canopy walk experience. This guided activity takes you through the lush rainforest and across the suspended canopy bridge, offering spectacular views of the forest canopy, surrounding hills, and diverse birdlife. As you walk through the forest trails, you may also encounter various monkey species and enjoy the rich biodiversity of one of Africa’s oldest rainforests. After the activity, return to the lodge for lunch and spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing and enjoying the serene natural surroundings. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge. Mid-range lodge inside Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Nyungwe National Park (Chimps) Stay: Munazi Lodge Mid-range lodge inside Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 13
Morning Transfer to Kigali for a City Drive
You'll have breakfast and transfer to Kigali for a City tour. You'll visit the Genocide Memorial Center in Kigali. The center was officially opened in 2004 to Mark the 10-commemoration of the 1994 genocide that was against the Tutsi in Rwanda. The center serves as the final place where masses can flock to grieve for their lost ones. Today; it acts as a museum where both locals and international visitors can learn about the history, implementation, and consequences of genocide. Time allows you to proceed to visit the oldest Nyamirambo town in Kigali which has a stretched neighborhood found in the southwestern corner of Kigali that envelopes diverse behavior with dominance of Arab – like Culture. It is a huge stretched corner which is sometimes referred to as a gangster‟ Paradise! Characterized by many Muslim residents, and mosques, and unlike other places that close by 8:00 pm with everyone inside their homes, Nyamirambo hustles and rocks late into the night! Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kigali International Airport (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)
Drinking water (On all days)
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
Book your own international flights when using this operator
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
Renai Venture Safaris and Tours
4.9 operator rating
19 reviews
Renai Adventures and Safaris has always placed a strong emphasis on sustainability and conservation. The founders recognize that the beauty of East Africa’s landscapes and wildlife is fragile and that it is their responsibility to protect it for future generations. Each safari is designed with sustainability in mind, ensuring that the company leaves as small a footprint as possible while maximizing the positive impact on local communities.
Office In
Uganda
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2020)
Member Of
Uganda Tourism Board
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
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
5.0/5Professional, well organised and very welcoming.
Renai, recently prepared a bespoke trip for myself and son over 13 days. We can’t thank them enough for providing us with memories of a lifetime. Our guide and driver “Living” embraced our every need and want during the trip. He kept us entertained and was always seeking feedback on how he could assist us and make our trip better. I would highly recommend Renai to anyone wanting to experience the real Africa.
Mark Macklin · Australia
Amazing tour
The tour was well organised with really good communication . Being able to text the company and get immediate responses was so helpful. The best part of the tour was my guide Precious. He went above and beyond to ensure I had the best time . Would highly recommend
Niamh · Australia
He was very kind and helpfull
It was a one night trip, so the schedule was tight. Everything was on schedule! Everyone was so helpful! I had great time
Haejee · South Korea
Lively and Interesting
It was such A Memorable 4-Day Adventure with a Vibrant Guide! As students short on time during a study conference, we couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend our break than with Renai Adventures. Our 4-day Rwanda safari was perfectly tailored to fit our tight schedule, allowing us to explore the country’s stunning natural beauty. The highlight of our trip was trekking to see the majestic mountain gorillas in Volcanoes National Park – a truly humbling and unforgettable experience. We also enjoyed an exciting game drive in Akagera National Park, where we spotted elephants, giraffes, and zebras roaming freely. Our guide, Mr. Yagala, was a standout – lively, engaging, and full of fascinating stories. He kept us entertained throughout the trip while ensuring everything ran smoothly. This adventure was short but packed with incredible memories, and we can’t recommend Renai Adventures enough!
Barigye · South Korea
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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 is unavailable for children.
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 minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Papyrus Guest House - Mid-range guest house in Entebbe (City, Uganda) – Dinner Included. Meals: Dinner 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 Renai Venture Safaris and Tours, 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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