Table of Contents
- Tour Overview
- Full Detailed Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – City Tour
- Day 2: Kigali Genocide Memorial – Transfer to Volcanoes
- Day 3: Golden Monkey Tracking- Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village
- Day 4: Transfer to Uganda- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
- Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga
- Day 6: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi- Relaxation
- Day 7: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Day 8: Morning Game Drive – Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
- Day 9: Ishasha Sector – Tree-Climbing Lions – Transfer to Kibale
- Day 10: Chimpanzee Tracking – Bigodi Wetland Community Visit
- Day 11: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 12: Game Drive – Nile Boat Cruise – Top of the Falls
- Day 13: Game Drive – Visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Day 14: Transfer to Entebbe – Lake Victoria Sunset Relaxation
- Day 15: Departure from Entebbe International Airport
- Safari Includes
- Safari Excludes
- What to Park
- Frequently Asked Questions[FAQ]
- Call to Action — Book Your Safari
Tour Overview
This 15-day Rwanda and Uganda safari takes you through East Africa’s most iconic wildlife and cultural destinations. Explore Volcanoes National Park, Mgahinga, Queen Elizabeth, Kibale Forest, Murchison Falls, and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Enjoy gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, golden monkey adventures, cultural experiences, memorial sites, wildlife game drives, and the beauty of Lake Bunyonyi and Lake Victoria—ending in Entebbe.
Full Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – City Tour
- Pick up from Kigali International Airport
- City tour: markets, craft centers, clean city views
- Dinner & overnight in Kigali
Day 2: Kigali Genocide Memorial – Transfer to Volcanoes
- Visit Kigali Genocide Memorial
- Drive to Volcanoes National Park
- Dinner & overnight in Musanze
Day 3: Golden Monkey Tracking- Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village
- Early morning golden monkey tracking
- Afternoon visit to Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village
Day 4: Transfer to Uganda- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park
- Cross Cyanika border into Uganda
- Arrive in Mgahinga National Park
Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga
- Full gorilla trekking experience
- Spend magical time with the mountain gorillas
- Certificate awards after trekking
Day 6: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi- Relaxation
- Depart Mgahinga for Lake Bunyonyi
- Optional boat ride, canoeing, island visits
- Overnight at Lake Bunyonyi
Day 7: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Scenic drive through rolling hills
- Check-in and relaxation in Queen Elizabeth NP
Day 8: Morning Game Drive – Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
- Game drive in Kasenyi plains (lions, elephants, buffaloes, antelopes)
- Afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga Channel (hippos, crocodiles, birds)
Day 9: Ishasha Sector – Tree-Climbing Lions – Transfer to Kibale
- Drive to Ishasha for tree-climbing lions
- Continue to Kibale Forest
Day 10: Chimpanzee Tracking – Bigodi Wetland Community Visit
- Morning chimp trekking in Kibale
- Afternoon community walk at Bigodi Wetlands
Day 11: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
- Drive north to the largest national park in Uganda
Day 12: Game Drive – Nile Boat Cruise – Top of the Falls
- Early game drive (lions, giraffes, elephants, leopards, buffaloes)
- Boat cruise on River Nile
- Hike to the top of the mighty Murchison Falls
Day 13: Game Drive – Visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Short game drive
- Rhino tracking on foot at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Day 14: Transfer to Entebbe – Lake Victoria Sunset Relaxation
- Drive to Entebbe
- Relax at Lake Victoria beaches
Day 15: Departure from Entebbe International Airport
- Airport drop-off
End of safari
Safari Includes
- Gorilla trekking permit (Mgahinga)
- Chimpanzee trekking permit (Kibale)
- Golden monkey permit (Rwanda)
- All park entry fees
- All accommodation (mid-range or luxury—your choice)
- Meals as per itinerary
- Professional English-speaking guide
- 4×4 safari vehicle + fuel
- Community visits
- Bottled water
- Airport transfers (Kigali & Entebbe)
Safari Excludes
- International flights
- Rwanda & Uganda visas
- Alcoholic drinks
- Tips
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed
What to Park
- Hiking boots
- Long pants & long-sleeved shirts
- Rain jacket
- Insect repellent
- Binoculars
- Camera with extra batteries
- Sunscreen & hat
- Travel documents
Frequently Asked Questions[FAQ]
1. What is the best time for a 15-day Rwanda and Uganda safari?
June–September and December–February (dry seasons).
2. Is gorilla trekking difficult?
Moderate difficulty. Trekking time: 2–6 hours depending on gorilla location.
3. Are Rwanda and Uganda safe for tourists?
Yes, they are among Africa’s safest tourist destinations.
4. Can this itinerary be customized?
Yes, you can adjust days, upgrade hotels, or add destinations like Maasai Mara, Serengeti, or Zanzibar.
5. What is the age limit for gorilla trekking?
15 years old and above.
Call to Action — Book Your Safari
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Email: info@bunulisafari.com
