Welcome to an exciting 14 Days Uganda to Rwanda Primates & Wildlife. These two beautiful countries offer some of the best wildlife and cultural experiences in Africa. From watching gorillas in thick forests to meeting local communities, every day offers something new. Travel through savannahs, lush rainforests, and misty volcanoes while staying in well-selected lodges. 

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      Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Uganda’s Lakeside Town

      Arrive at Entebbe International Airport in Uganda. A friendly guide will welcome you warmly. Then, transfer to your lodge in Entebbe. Entebbe rests on the shores of Lake Victoria and offers a calm, green setting. After check-in, relax and enjoy the views of Africa’s largest freshwater lake. In the evening, have dinner and rest from your journey.

      Accommodation Options:

      • Luxury: Lake Victoria Serena Resort / Protea Hotel / Hotel No.5

      • Midrange: Boma Hotel / Karibu Guest House / 2-Friends Beach Hotel

      • Budget: Airport Guest House

      • Meal Plan: Dinner

    • 02

      Day 2: Drive to Kibale Forest and Visit Bigodi Wetland

      After breakfast, meet your guide for a short briefing. Then begin the journey to Kibale Forest. Enjoy scenic views of villages, tea plantations, and crater lakes along the way. Stop in Fort Portal, a town near the Rwenzori Mountains. Continue to Kibale National Park, known for its rich primate population. After lunch, take a guided walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. The walk supports local conservation and offers chances to spot monkeys and birds.

      Accommodation Options:

      • Luxury: Kyaninga Lodge / Primate Lodge / Crater Safari Lodge

      • Midrange: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge / Kibale Forest Camp

      • Budget: Kibale Forest Camp

      Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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      Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking and Community Tour

      Start your day early with a tasty breakfast. Transfer to the Kibale visitor center for a safety briefing. Head into the forest with your ranger guides. Follow chimpanzee calls and movements through the dense vegetation. Once found, you spend an hour observing the chimps closely. Watch them play, feed, and interact in their forest home.

      After lunch, take a community walk in Bigodi Village. Visit homes, schools, and small farms. Learn about local customs and traditions from your guide. Listen to stories from elders and experience village life firsthand.

      Accommodation: Same as previous night

      Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    • 04

      Day 4: Travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park

      Enjoy breakfast and leave for Queen Elizabeth National Park. The drive passes through Kasese and crosses the equator. Watch for stunning scenery along the way. Arrive at the park in time for lunch and check-in. Queen Elizabeth is Uganda’s top safari park, rich in wildlife and landscapes.

      Enjoy an evening game drive. Spot elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, antelopes, and maybe even lions. Watch the sun set over the vast savannah as wildlife grazes nearby.

      Accommodation Options:

      • Luxury: Kyambura Gorge Lodge / Elephant Plains Camp / Mweya Safari Lodge

      • Midrange: Enganzi Lodge / Bush Lodge / Park View Lodge

      • Budget: Bush Lodge / Pumba Safari Cottage

      Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    • 05

      Day 5: Game Drive and Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel

      Wake up early and head for a morning game drive. Look for leopards, hyenas, and large herds of animals. The park has over 95 mammal species and over 600 bird types. Later, take a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel. This waterway links Lake Edward and Lake George. Hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and water birds gather along the banks. Enjoy excellent photo opportunities during the cruise.

      Accommodation: Same as previous night

      Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    • 06

      Day 6: Cultural Experience with Omwani Women’s Group

      Today, take part in a cultural activity after breakfast. Visit the Omwani Women’s Coffee Cooperative. This group supports local women through coffee farming. Learn how they grow, harvest, and roast coffee beans. Enjoy a cup of freshly brewed Ugandan coffee while chatting with the farmers. Spend the afternoon relaxing at the lodge or join another short game drive.

      Accommodation: Same as previous night

      Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    • 07

      Day 7: Flight to Kisoro and Drive to Mgahinga

      Have breakfast and transfer to the airstrip for a short flight to Kisoro. Upon arrival, meet your guide and drive to Mount Gahinga Lodge. The lodge sits at the foot of three extinct volcanoes, offering breathtaking views. The setting is peaceful, with gardens and forest trails. Later, visit the Batwa heritage site at the lodge. See their traditional huts and learn about their forest life. The Batwa were forest dwellers before the park was created. Their stories and music offer insight into their unique culture.

      Accommodation: Mount Gahinga Lodge

      Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    • 08

      Day 8: Gorilla Trekking in Mgahinga National Park

      After an early breakfast, drive to the park headquarters. Join other visitors for a gorilla trekking briefing. Then begin your walk into the forest with ranger guides. Hike along slopes and through dense vegetation, following signs of gorilla movement. Once you find the gorillas, spend an hour watching them. Take in their size, calm nature, and family bonds. This close encounter ranks among the best wildlife moments anywhere. Return to the lodge later for rest and reflection.

      Accommodation: Mount Gahinga Lodge

      Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    • 09

      Day 9: Golden Monkey Trekking

      Today offers a chance to track another rare primate. After breakfast, head back into Mgahinga for golden monkey tracking. These playful monkeys have striking golden-orange fur and live in bamboo forests. Though fast-moving, they offer great viewing when located. Spend time following and observing them. Capture photos as they jump from tree to tree. In the afternoon, relax or explore the surrounding area.

      Accommodation: Mount Gahinga Lodge

      Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    • 10

      Day 10: Cross into Rwanda and Drive to Volcanoes National Park

      Say goodbye to Uganda after breakfast. Drive to the Cyanika border and cross into Rwanda. Continue through the rolling hills to Volcanoes National Park. Check into your lodge and enjoy the cool mountain air. Spend the afternoon at leisure. Enjoy views of the Virunga Volcanoes while preparing for another gorilla trek.

      Accommodation Options:

      • Luxury: Virunga Lodge / Singita Kwitonda Lodge / Bisate Lodge

      • Midrange: Gorilla Solution Lodge / Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge

      Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    • 11

      Day 11: Gorilla Trekking in Volcanoes National Park

      After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters. Attend a briefing from the park rangers. Begin your trek through thick forest and bamboo to search for a gorilla family. Your guide will help locate them by following signs and calls. When you find them, spend one hour watching their behavior. See young ones play while adults rest or feed. Capture the experience through photos and memories. Return to your lodge in time for lunch and rest.

      Accommodation: Same as previous night

      Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    • 12

      Day 12: Hike to Dian Fossey’s Grave

      On this day, explore more of the forest with a guided hike to Dian Fossey’s grave. The trail leads to the site of her former Karisoke Research Center. Along the way, learn about her work with gorillas and efforts to stop poaching. Reach the grave and research site, nestled in the forest. Appreciate her lasting legacy in mountain gorilla conservation. Later, return to the lodge for relaxation.

      Accommodation: Same as previous night

      Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

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      Day 13: Drive to Kigali and Visit Genocide Memorial

      After breakfast, leave Volcanoes National Park and head to Kigali, Rwanda’s capital. Stop at Hôtel des Mille Collines for lunch. This hotel gained fame for sheltering people during the 1994 genocide.

      Later, visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial. Learn about the tragic events and honor the lives lost. The museum gives powerful insight into Rwanda’s past and recovery. End the day with a comfortable night in the city.

      Accommodation Options:

      • Luxury: The Retreat / Kigali Serena Hotel / Heaven Boutique Hotel

      • Midrange: Dove Hotel / Hotel Chez Lando

      Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    • 14

      Day 14: Departure from Kigali

      Enjoy your final breakfast in Rwanda. Depending on your flight time, relax at your hotel or explore nearby sights. Then, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your flight home. Your 14-day safari across Uganda and Rwanda ends here.