Discover two captivating countries on a journey that combines primates, wildlife and striking landscapes. Begin in Kigali and travel to Volcanoes National Park for golden monkey trekking, then cross into Uganda for mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park for game drives and a Kazinga Channel boat safari. The route then heads north through Hoima to Murchison Falls National Park, where Nile scenery and wildlife viewing round out the experience. Finish with a visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary before arriving in Entebbe.
Important: This package includes one Uganda gorilla trek, not a Rwanda gorilla trek. Activities, lodges and journey times are confirmed against your travel dates.
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Safari Highlights
Golden monkey trekking in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park
One ranger-led mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi
Forest and locally hosted community experiences
Game drive and Kazinga Channel boat safari
Chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge
Murchison Falls, Nile boat trip and Ziwa rhinos
Detailed 11 Day Uganda Rwanda Safari Itinerary
This day-by-day outline follows Tavira’s existing Kigali-to-Entebbe route. Exact activities, meal plans, border timing and lodge names depend on your confirmed booking.
Day 01 · Arrival in Kigali
Meet your Tavira representative on arrival at Kigali International Airport. Enjoy a private transfer to your hotel, time to settle in, and a briefing on the journey ahead. If your arrival is early, a short city visit may be arranged.
Overnight: Kigali hotel |Meals: Arrival schedule
Day 02 · Kigali to Volcanoes National Park
After breakfast, explore a selected Kigali highlight before driving north through Rwanda’s green hills toward Musanze and Volcanoes National Park. Check in near the park and prepare for the next morning’s primate experience.
Overnight: Volcanoes region lodge |Meals: Breakfast; other meals as quoted
Day 03 · Golden Monkey Trekking and Cross into Uganda
Head to the Kinigi briefing point for a ranger-led golden monkey trek in Volcanoes National Park. Afterwards, travel toward the Uganda border, complete immigration procedures and continue to the lodge serving your confirmed Bwindi gorilla trekking sector.
Overnight: Bwindi area lodge |Meals: As confirmed in your quotation
Day 04 · Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
After an early breakfast, meet Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers at your allocated sector. Trek through the rainforest with guides and trackers to a habituated mountain gorilla family. The terrain and duration vary with conditions. Once located, enjoy the regulated observation period before returning to your lodge for a restful evening.
Overnight: Bwindi area lodge |Meals: Breakfast, packed lunch and dinner, subject to lodge plan
Day 05 · Bwindi Forest Walk and Community Experience
Enjoy another day in the Bwindi region. Depending on the chosen lodge, trekking sector and available activities, take a guided forest or nature walk and visit a locally hosted community experience. This flexible day offers time to unwind after the gorilla trek.
Overnight: Bwindi area lodge |Meals: As confirmed in your quotation
Day 06 · Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha
Leave Bwindi and travel through southwest Uganda toward Queen Elizabeth National Park. Pass through the Ishasha area, known for wildlife viewing opportunities including tree-climbing lions, though sightings cannot be guaranteed. Continue to your lodge in or near the park.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth area lodge |Meals: As confirmed in your quotation
Day 07 · Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Set off for an early game drive through the park’s savannah landscapes, searching for elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, lions and other wildlife. Later, take the scheduled boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a productive place for seeing hippos, waterbirds and wildlife around the shore.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth area lodge |Meals: As confirmed in your quotation
Day 08 · Kyambura Chimpanzee Tracking and Drive to Hoima
Join the scheduled ranger-led chimpanzee tracking activity at Kyambura Gorge, subject to permits, conditions and availability. Sightings and trek difficulty vary. After the experience, travel north toward Hoima for an overnight stop that breaks up the longer journey to Murchison Falls.
Overnight: Hoima hotel or lodge |Meals: As confirmed in your quotation
Day 09 · Hoima to Murchison Falls National Park
Drive onward to Murchison Falls National Park. Depending on arrival timing and park logistics, enjoy an afternoon game drive or scenic introduction to the park’s grasslands. Your guide will adapt the day to the actual transfer and check-in schedule.
Overnight: Murchison Falls area lodge |Meals: As confirmed in your quotation
Day 10 · Murchison Falls Game Viewing and Nile Boat Safari
Experience another day in Uganda’s largest national park. Enjoy a game drive in search of giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, lions and other wildlife, followed by the scheduled Nile boat trip toward the base of Murchison Falls, subject to operational conditions.
Overnight: Murchison Falls area lodge |Meals: As confirmed in your quotation
Day 11 · Top of the Falls, Ziwa Rhino Tracking and Entebbe
Begin early for the falls viewpoint, if included in the final confirmed schedule, and then drive south. Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino tracking activity, subject to availability, before continuing to Entebbe. This is a long travel day, so arrange international departures with a generous buffer or add an Entebbe hotel night.
Overnight: End in Entebbe |Meals: Breakfast; additional meals as quoted
Safari Inclusions and Exclusions
Included in the quoted package
10 nights of confirmed accommodation
Private road transport and professional driver-guide
One Bwindi gorilla trekking permit
Golden monkey activity in Volcanoes National Park
Kyambura chimpanzee tracking activity
Scheduled park entries, game drives and boat safaris
Meals stated in the final booking proposal
Normally excluded
International flights
Visa and immigration fees
Travel and medical insurance
Personal purchases, gratuities and premium drinks
Unlisted optional activities and extra nights
Any services not stated in your final quotation
Safari Price and Booking
From US$5,719 per person
This is the indicative starting rate currently shown on Tavira’s existing package page, not a guaranteed live quote. Final pricing depends on departure dates, group size, lodge selection, permit availability and activity arrangements.
Request a written proposal naming every lodge, room type, permit, meal plan and included activity before making payment.
The itinerary starts in Kigali, Rwanda and finishes in Entebbe, Uganda.
Does this tour include two gorilla treks?
No. The published itinerary includes one gorilla trek in Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park visit is for golden monkey trekking.
Is chimpanzee trekking included?
The existing itinerary lists a scheduled chimpanzee activity in Kyambura Gorge. Your final confirmation should specify the permit and any limitations.
What is the minimum age for gorilla trekking?
The Uganda Wildlife Authority’s published gorilla trekking rules state a minimum age of 15 years. Check any updated rules before booking.
Is the displayed safari price fixed?
No. US$5,719 per person is an indicative starting price. Request a written quote for your dates and party size.
Is the last day suitable for an early international flight?
Day 11 includes visits and a lengthy transfer to Entebbe. A late international departure or an extra night in Entebbe is often more practical.
Plan Your 11-Day Uganda and Rwanda Safari
Share your travel dates, number of guests and preferred accommodation standard. Tavira can confirm the available primate permits, lodges and private guiding arrangements.
