11 Days Uganda Rwanda Safari

Set out on an early morning game drive across the northern delta to spot lions, leopards, towering Rothschild giraffes, elephants, and cape buffaloes. In the afternoon, take a 3-hour boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls, keeping an eye out for massive pods of hippos and giant Nile crocodiles.

Embark on a full-day scenic drive southwards through traditional homesteads and vibrant green tea plantations, passing under the shadow of the Rwenzori mountains. Arrive at your lodge on the edge of Kibale Forest, listening to the calls of the nocturnal primates welcoming the night.

Enter the dense canopy of Kibale Forest to track habituated wild chimpanzees, observing their complex social interactions for an unforgettable hour. In the afternoon, explore the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary boardwalk, a community-run project rich in rare birds like the Great Blue Turaco and up to 8 primate species.

Drive past dramatic volcanic crater lakes to Queen Elizabeth National Park. In the afternoon, embark on a world-famous boat launch down the Kazinga Channel, bringing you meters away from hundreds of bathing elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and vibrant waterbirds.

Drive through the southern Ishasha Sector of the park, keeping your eyes trained on the branches of old fig trees to catch a glimpse of the rare tree-climbing lions. Afterward, leave the plains behind as you climb into the steep, mist-shrouded mountains of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

The pinnacle of your safari! After an early park briefing, trek deep into the ancient rainforest guided by expert rangers. The physical challenge melts away the moment you spend a quiet, breathtaking hour standing face-to-face with a family of wild mountain gorillas in their natural home.

Spend the morning learning the ancient hunting and survival secrets of the indigenous Batwa Pygmies. Afterward, drive south across the scenic Cyanika or Katuna border post, clearing customs to enter Rwanda—the "Land of a Thousand Hills"—and arriving at Volcanoes National Park.

Trek into the beautiful bamboo forests on the slopes of the Virunga Volcanoes to track the hyperactive, brightly colored Golden Monkeys. In the afternoon, immerse yourself in Rwandan folklore, traditional dances, and historical royal customs at the Iby'iwacu Cultural Village.

Enjoy a leisurely morning visiting the stunning, deep blue Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo. Afterward, take a short, panoramic drive down to Lake Kivu in Rubavu. Spend the rest of your day relaxing on the sandy lakeside beaches, kayaking, or enjoying a fresh tilapia dinner by the water.

Drive eastward to Rwanda’s sparkling clean capital, Kigali. Embark on a meaningful city tour featuring a visit to the powerful Kigali Genocide Memorial, a profound tribute to the country’s history and reconciliation. Conclude your tour with a transfer to Kigali International Airport for your evening flight out.