12 Days of Wild Uganda and Scenic Rwanda

Upon arrival, you will be warmly welcomed by your guide, who will provide an insightful briefing about the safari. From there, you’ll be transferred to your lodge to unwind and relax, preparing for the journey ahead.

After a delicious breakfast, you’ll set off on a scenic drive to Kibale Forest National Park, passing through the picturesque Mityana and Mubende roads. The 5-hour journey will take you to Fort Portal, where you’ll stop for lunch before heading to your lodge near the park for a restful overnight stay.

Rise early for an exciting chimpanzee trekking adventure. After a briefing at the park office, you’ll set off with your ranger guide to track the chimps in the forest. The trek takes 4-6 hours, and once you find them, you’ll have a full hour to observe and photograph these incredible primates. Afterward, enjoy a delicious lunch from the local community, followed by a visit to the swamp walk, home to seven species of monkeys. Return to the lodge for a peaceful evening.

Following a relaxed breakfast, head out on a 3-4 hour drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you’ll check in at your lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, where you’ll encounter hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a variety of birds. Afterward, go on an evening game drive in the Kasenyi plains, looking out for big cats and other wildlife. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

After an early breakfast, set off on a morning game drive to increase your chances of spotting predators like lions and leopards. The game drive lasts 3-4 hours. Following the drive, you’ll travel to the Ishasha Sector for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive where you’ll search for the famous tree-climbing lions.

Start the day with a morning game drive in search of tree-climbing lions, leopards, elephants, and more. Afterward, check out of your lodge and travel to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to the world-famous mountain gorillas. Upon arrival in the late afternoon, check in at your lodge for dinner and a restful overnight stay.

After breakfast, travel to the park headquarters for a briefing on the dos and don’ts of gorilla tracking. With a packed lunch in hand, head into the forest to track gorillas. The trek can take 4-6 hours, depending on where the gorillas were last spotted. Once you encounter the gorillas, enjoy an hour of magical interaction. Afterward, return to the lodge, check out, and drive to Lake Bunyonyi for a relaxing evening and overnight stay.

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before setting off for Lake Mburo National Park. After checking in at your lodge and enjoying lunch, head out for an afternoon game drive where you can spot zebras, giraffes, topis, impalas, and more. After the drive, return to the lodge for a delicious dinner and overnight stay.

Begin your day with a morning game drive as you exit Lake Mburo National Park. Afterward, head to Entebbe, making a stop en route at the Equator for memorable photo moments and souvenir shopping. Continue to your accommodation in Entebbe or Kampala for the night.

After a relaxed breakfast, head to Kigali for a fascinating city tour, including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial. After a lunch stop, continue your journey to Gisenyi, where you’ll check into your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Following a delicious breakfast, head to Kinunu for an enriching coffee experience, where you’ll explore the full coffee journey, from crop to cup. Later, embark on a scenic boat ride across Lake Kivu, exploring its islands and birdlife. Return to your lodge for a leisurely lunch and an afternoon of relaxation.

Enjoy a relaxed morning breakfast before driving back to Kigali. Along the way, stop at the Dian Fossey Research Center to learn about the pioneering conservation efforts for mountain gorillas. Afterward, continue to Kigali for your flight or to your hotel, bringing an end to this extraordinary adventure.