Duration
8-Day
Accra, Botswana
Join us for an eight-day Uganda and Rwanda safari to explore the world's longest river, the Nile, by visiting Murchison Falls National Park. Discover the "Primate Capital of the World"--Kibale National Park--for an unforgettable chimpanzee tracking experience and community walks. Learn more about mountain gorillas during gorilla trekking in Bwindi, then continue to Rwanda to see golden monkeys, view the volcanoes, and explore Kigali, the city of a thousand hills, on a guided city tour.
Plan snapshot
Duration
8-Day
Route
Entebbe to Kigali
Via Murchison Falls NP, Kibale NP (Chimps), Queen Elizabeth NP
Country & park
Botswana
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
game drives, evening/night game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, walking safaris (with an armed guide) & boat trip
Accommodation
Hornbill Bush Lodge - Budget lodge just outside Murchison Falls NP (Uganda) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This budget 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 18 years.
Day 1-2
Budget lodge just outside Murchison Falls NP (Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 3
Budget lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) without fences – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Budget lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Mid-range lodge just outside Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP, Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
Budget tented camp just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8
(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
Leave early in the morning for Murchison Falls National Park after breakfast, stopping at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino trekking. Here, you will have the opportunity to get close to the rhinos on foot during a guided walk. Afterwards, continue to Masindi for lunch and a chance to taste local food. Later, drive to the park to visit the top of the falls, then enjoy an evening game drive or check in at your hotel for the night. Budget lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP (Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
To get a glimpse of the big cats, we will leave very early with our packed breakfast for a morning game drive. Here, we expect to encounter wildlife such as lions, leopards, buffaloes, and elephants. We will have breakfast at the Hippo Pool, where we can see schools of hippos and fishermen along the Nile. Afterwards, return for lunch, then enjoy an afternoon boat cruise to the bottom of the falls. Budget lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP (Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
After breakfast, you will drive west through Hoima, Kagadi, Kyenjojo, and Fort Portal to Kibale. Along the way, you will pass through towns, tea plantations, and local roadside markets. Have lunch at the hotel, then go for a swamp walk and community tour in Bigodi. Budget lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda) without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
After breakfast, drive to the park headquarters for a briefing by the head guide. You will then be grouped and set out for trekking with professional guides and rangers. After the trek, drive through the crater lakes and banana plantations, enjoying great views of the Rwenzori Mountains. Later you will check in at your accommodations and head out for an evening game drive. Budget lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP (Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
After breakfast, you will head out for a morning game drive and visit the salt lakes and craft markets. Afterwards, you will visit Katunguru Fishing Village, where you will take a mid-morning boat ride on the Kazinga Channel. During the cruise, you will see hippos, elephants, and other wildlife along the shores. After the boat ride, transfer to the Ishasha sector. Mid-range lodge just outside Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Enjoy a morning game drive in the Ishasha sector, then transfer to Bwindi, home to the highlight of your tour: gorilla trekking in the Impenetrable Forest. In the afternoon, if time allows, visit the Batwa community to learn about their culture. Prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime experience in the jungle the following day. Budget tented camp just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
On this special morning, after breakfast, you will drive to the park headquarters for a briefing. You will then be divided into small groups and assigned a specific gorilla family to trek. A ranger guide and armed escorts will accompany your group throughout the trek. After the trek, transfer to the Volcanoes region for the next part of your journey. Budget guest house less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Have breakfast and transfer to Volcanoes National Park headquarters for trekking. After the trek, drive to Kigali for a city tour and drop-off. This will conclude your tour. 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$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Offered by
We prioritize ourselves as leading sellers of safaris and tour packages in Uganda and Rwanda as a whole. Our adventure safaris give you gateway to do Gorilla tracking in Uganda and Rwanda,Gorilla tracking, Chimpanzee tracking, Wildlife viewing, White water rafting,Cultural tours, birding watching, launch cruise,Sport fishing and photography. Our expertise, knowledge, experience and passion for our customers allow us to create personalized and luxurious adventure safaris of long time memories.
Office In
Uganda
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2022)
Tour Types
Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day
Destinations
Rwanda, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5We had amazing experience with Francis. He is joyful, conversant with facts. He drives perfectly. He picked us from Kigali and dropped us at Entebbe. He knows game drive roads and we were able to see big 5. Lions, Rhinos, Leopards, Buffaloes and Elephants. That to more than once. Because of him, we had easiest Gorilla trek, as he put us with easy trek. Both at Rwanda as well as in Uganda. Francis knows the internal roads. He never missed an important sight seeing place. My wife and I had so much fun with him.
Nalin Patel · India
I had an absolutely unforgettable trip in Uganda. Words cannot begin to describe how breathtaking and memorable it was. From our guide Frank who was very personable, friendly and knowledgeable, to the animals that we had the privilege of seeing while on our trip. It was easy to plan our trip and Frank provided all the needed details to make it a great experience. It was worth every penny to have a once in a lifetime experience. I would highly recommend Frank and his company to give you the best safari experience.
Magalie · United States
I had the most amazing experience ever. Everything was perfect. Frank was my guide and as a solo female traveller I could not have asked for a better guide. I really recommend and would go with them again.
Viktoria · Iceland
I went with my mom on safari for the first time and had the best time. We saw so many animals and stayed at really comfortable lodges. Francis made sure we had a safe and enjoyable time.
Marissa · 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 is unavailable for children.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Hornbill Bush Lodge - Budget lodge just outside Murchison Falls NP (Uganda) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals 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 FN Gorilla Safaris Africa, 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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