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Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi: Primates, Big 5 Game Drive, Waterfalls And Culture

Track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, encounter gorillas in Bwindi Forest, a game drive in  Queen Elizabeth NP and golden monkeys tracking in Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park. Enjoy cultural experiences near the Congo border and Burundi  and scenic views of Lake Kivu and Lake Tanganyika, Africa’s deepest lake

Duration : 13 days
Solo Traveller Price: $8125
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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Drive to Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa Rhino sanctuary.

Embark on a drive from Entebbe to Murchison Falls National Park, with a thrilling stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a 2-3 hour rhino tracking experience. Transfer to your lodge inside the Murchison falls National , a have an  early dinner then head out for a night game drive

Day 2

Explore Murchison Falls National Park

Experience an exhilarating morning game drive in Murchison Falls NP, spotting lions, elephants & more. Cruise the Victoria Nile to the falls’ base late Morning , witnessing hippos & crocs. Conclude with stunning panoramic views from the top of Murchison Falls.

Day 3

Drive to Kibale Forest National Park

Embark on a 7-8 hour morning drive to Kibale Forest National Park, famous for its rich primate diversity.

Day 4

Chimpanzee Tracking And Game drive at Kasenyi Plains
Start the day with an early-morning chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale Forest, where you’ll get up close to these incredible primates in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an evening game drive in Kasenyi Plains  until 7PM

Day 5

Game Drive In Kasenyi Plains, Boat Safari at Kazinga Channel And transfer to Ishasha Sector

Start with an early morning game drive to search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards.

After lunch, embark on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a wildlife-rich waterway teeming with hippos, crocodiles, and diverse bird species. Watch elephants and buffaloes gather along the shores.

Conclude the day with a transfer to Ishasha Sector famous for the tree climbing lions.

Day 6

Tree climbing lions at Ishasha sector And Transfer to Bwindi Forest 

Start the day with an early morning game drive in the Ishasha sector,  renowned for its rare tree-climbing lions and other wildlife. Late in the morning, continue your journey with a scenic 2–3 hour drive to Bwindi Forest, the sanctuary of the endangered mountain gorillas.

In the afternoon, interact with the local Batwa people, learn about their traditions, and enjoy authentic Ugandan hospitality

Day 7

Gorilla Trekking Experience Then Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
After an early breakfast, prepare for the unforgettable experience of gorilla tracking in Bwindi Forest. Spend time observing a gorilla family in the wild before transferring to Volcanoes National Park  in the afternoon.

Day 8

Golden Monkey Tracking and Transfer to Lake Kivu
Delight in a morning of Golden Monkey tracking in the scenic Volcanoes National Park surrounded by the striking Virunga Mountains. Afterward, travel to Gisenyi, arriving at the picturesque Lake Kivu for an evening of relaxation.

Day 9

Lake Kivu Boat Tour And Optional Goma City Tour

Begin your day with a peaceful boat tour on Lake Kivu, taking in the stunning views of Rwanda’s largest lake, which is shared with the Democratic Republic of Congo. Visit local refineries along the Congo border before driving to the border for a cultural and market tour. Afterwards, embark on an optional two-hour city tour of Goma in the Democratic Republic of Congo to explore its cultural and historical landmarks, as well as the local market, before heading to Kigali in the late afternoon

Day 10

Kigali City Cultural and Historical Tour
Explore Kigali, Rwanda’s capital, with visits to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, the vibrant Cultural Market, and the historic Hotel Rwanda for lunch, in the afternoon transfer to eastern Rwanda for your night.

 

Day 11

Full Day Game Drive at Akagera National Park
Rwanda’s only savannah park, explore open plains, woodlands, and lakes while searching for the Big Five — lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos — along with giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and diverse birdlife.

Day 11

Journey to Gitega, Burundi – Cultural & Historical Exploration

Begin your day with an early departure to Gitega, Burundi, traveling via Tanzania if the Rwanda-Burundi border is closed. Enjoy a scenic drive through diverse landscapes as you make your way to Burundi’s political capital.

Day 12

Gishora Drum Sanctuary Visit and Transfer to Bujumbura City

Begin your day with a visit to the Gishora Drum Sanctuary, enjoy traditional music and dance. Discover the history of Burundi, deeply rooted in kingship.

Afterwards, embark on a scenic 2–3 hour transfer to Bujumbura, enjoy a brief city drive to explore historical landmarks that showcase the country’s fascinating past. Then, take a stroll along the shores of Lake Tanganyika, Africa’s deepest lake.

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