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5 Days Gorillas, Wildlife & Scenic Wonders in Rwanda and Uganda
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Duration - 5 days
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Overview
Discover the best of Rwanda and Uganda with gorilla trekking, wildlife safaris, and stunning lakes. Experience breathtaking scenery, rich wildlife, and Kigali’s vibrant culture in just 5 days. End your journey with a guided Kigali city tour, exploring this lovely city.
Highlights
- Trek through Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with gorilla
- Wildlife safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Boat safari on the Kazinga Channel.
- Visit Lake Bunyonyi, Lake Mutanda, and Twin Lakes.
- Kigali city tour and local market visit.
Description
5 Days Gorillas, Wildlife & Scenic Wonders in Rwanda and Uganda
5 Days Gorillas, Wildlife & Scenic Wonders in Rwanda and Uganda
Enjoy an unforgettable 5-day journey through Rwanda and Uganda. This tour combines amazing wildlife, beautiful landscapes, and cultural experiences.
Your adventure begins in Kigali, Rwanda, before traveling to Uganda through the Gatuna border. Along the way, enjoy the beautiful countryside and stop at Lake Bunyonyi for a relaxing boat ride before continuing to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
The highlight of the tour is gorilla trekking in Bwindi, where you will spend one unforgettable hour watching mountain gorillas in their natural home. After the trek, travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park for exciting wildlife experiences.
Enjoy a game drive in the Ishasha Sector, where you may see the famous tree-climbing lions, elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and many other animals. Later, take a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel to see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and many bird species.
On your way back to Rwanda, visit the beautiful Lake Mutanda and the scenic Twin Lakes of Burera and Ruhondo. If time allows, enjoy a short community walk and take in the stunning views of the Virunga Mountains.
On the final day, explore Kigali City with visits to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, Nyamirambo, and Kimironko Market. This tour is perfect for travelers looking for adventure, wildlife, nature, and culture in one unforgettable trip.
What's included
- Inclusions:
- Gorilla trekking permit
- 4x4 private transport from Kigali International Airport
- Accommodation (4 nights)
- All park entrance fees
- Game drives in Ishasha + Kazinga Channel boat safari
- Lake Bunyonyi (Boat tour)
- Twin lakes tour
- Refreshing drinks
- Exclusions:
- • Visa fees (Rwanda/Uganda)
- • Travel insurance
- • Tips and gratuities for driver/guide, rangers, and lodge staff
- • Personal expenses
- • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Itinerary
- Visited Places:
- Kigali
- Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Twin Lakes Tours Rwanda
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Kigali Genocide Memorial
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – Transfer to Bwindi (via Gatuna & Kabale)
You arrive at Kigali International Airport and meet your driver. You then start your journey to Uganda using the Gatuna border. On the way, you will enjoy beautiful views of Rwanda’s hills and countryside. After crossing into Uganda, you continue toward Lake Bunyonyi, where you will make a stop to relax and enjoy the boat tour. Afterward, continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Rushaga sector).
Overnight at Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge.
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Queen Elizabeth
After early breakfast, you go for gorilla trekking in Bwindi. You walk through the forest with guides to find a gorilla family. Once you find them, you spend one hour observing them an unforgettable experience.After the trek, you relax and then drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Overnight at Engiri game Lodge.
Day 3: Safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park
In the morning, you go to the Ishasha Sector, Kasenyi plain, known for tree-climbing lions, as well as elephants and other wildlife. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, where you will see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and many birds. There will be a short drive and stop at the Uganda Equator Line (Kasese) for photos. Return to your lodge for the night.
Overnight at Engiri game Lodge
Day 4: Lake Mutanda & Twin lakes
After breakfast, you begin your journey back to Rwanda. On the way, you stop at the beautiful Lake Mutanda. It is a peaceful lake with amazing views of the Virunga volcanoes perfect for photos and relaxation. You then continue toward Rwanda, passing near Volcanoes National Park, with Great Mountain and landscape views. You will also visit the Twin Lakes (Burera and Ruhondo), one of the most scenic places in Rwanda. Moreover, short community walk if time allows.
Overnight at My Hill Eco lodge (Twin lakes)
Day 5: Departure from Twin lakes and Kigali City Tour
In the morning, we will embark on our journey from twin lakes through hilly and panoramic view region towards Kigali. Up on arrival, you will visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial, then proceed to Nyamirambo and local markets (Kimironko), and enjoy city view.
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