15-Day Rwanda–Uganda Primate & Big-Five Safari Adventure offers an unforgettable journey through the breathtaking landscapes of Rwanda and Uganda, combining primate encounters, wildlife viewing, and rich cultural experiences. From the vibrant city of Kigali to the diverse national parks of Uganda, this itinerary is carefully designed to give travelers a complete East African adventure.

The tour features thrilling chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe National Park and Kibale Forest National Park, as well as the once-in-a-lifetime experience of gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Along the way, guests will explore iconic wildlife destinations including Queen Elizabeth National Park and Murchison Falls National Park, home to diverse wildlife species and stunning scenery.

Day 1: Arrival and Kigali City Tour – Kigali

Upon arrival in Kigali, you will be received and transferred for a guided tour of Kigali city, visiting key sites like the Kigali Genocide Memorial, markets, and cultural centers before relaxing at your hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Kigali.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kigali
Meal Plan: Dinner

Day 2: Transfer to Nyungwe National Park

After breakfast, depart Kigali and drive through scenic hills and tea plantations towards Nyungwe National Park, enjoying en-route views and cultural landscapes before arriving at your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight surrounded by lush rainforest environment and peaceful natural ambiance.
Accommodation: Lodge near Nyungwe
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking and Return to Kigali

Begin early with chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe forest, guided by experienced rangers through dense vegetation to observe primates in their habitat, then return to Kigali with scenic stops along the journey. Dinner and overnight stay at your hotel in Kigali.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kigali
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Transfer to Uganda via Iby’iwacu Cultural Village and Cyanika Border

After breakfast, visit Iby’iwacu Cultural Village for traditional experiences, then cross into Uganda via Cyanika Border and proceed to Kisoro, enjoying views of volcanic landscapes before arriving near Lake Mutanda for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lodge near Lake Mutanda
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Batwa Experience and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, enjoy a Batwa cultural experience learning about indigenous forest life, then proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, arriving in the afternoon to relax at your lodge, preparing for the next day’s adventure. Dinner and overnight stay near the park.
Accommodation: Lodge in Bwindi
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Gorilla Trekking and Community Encounter

Early breakfast followed by briefing and unforgettable gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi forest, encountering mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, then return for relaxation and later visit a nearby community for cultural interaction. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.
Accommodation: Lodge in Bwindi
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha Sector

After breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha sector, famous for tree-climbing lions, enjoying wildlife sightings en route before arriving at your lodge for relaxation. Dinner and overnight stay within or near the park.
Accommodation: Lodge in Queen Elizabeth
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Game Drive and Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel

Start with an early morning game drive across savannah plains spotting wildlife, then enjoy an afternoon boat cruise along Kazinga Channel, viewing hippos, crocodiles, and birds before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay in the park.
Accommodation: Lodge in Queen Elizabeth
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

After breakfast, depart for Kibale Forest National Park, passing scenic countryside and tea plantations, arriving in time for relaxation at your lodge near the forest. Dinner and overnight stay in preparation for chimpanzee tracking the following day.
Accommodation: Lodge in Kibale
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary Walk

Begin the day with chimpanzee tracking in Kibale forest, observing primates and birdlife, then enjoy a guided walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for biodiversity and community tourism. Return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lodge in Kibale
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

After breakfast, embark on a long but scenic drive to Murchison Falls National Park, arriving in the evening with a visit to the top of the falls to witness the powerful Nile squeezing through a narrow gorge. Dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lodge in Murchison Falls
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Game Drive and Boat Cruise on the Nile River

Enjoy an early morning game drive spotting wildlife like elephants and lions, followed by an afternoon boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of the falls, observing hippos and crocodiles before returning for dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Lodge in Murchison Falls
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13: Transfer to Kampala via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

After breakfast, depart for Kampala with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for guided rhino tracking experience, then continue to Kampala arriving in the evening for relaxation. Dinner and overnight stay at your hotel in the city.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kampala
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 14: Transfer to Jinja and Explore the Nile

After breakfast, drive to Jinja, the adventure capital, visiting the source of the Nile and enjoying optional activities or relaxation along the riverbanks before settling at your lodge. Dinner and overnight stay in Jinja.
Accommodation: Lodge in Jinja
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 15: Rafting and Transfer to Entebbe

After breakfast, enjoy optional white water rafting on the Nile for an adrenaline experience, then transfer to Entebbe for your outbound flight, marking the end of your unforgettable East African safari adventure.
Accommodation: None / Day Room Optional
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

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