14 Days Rwanda and Uganda Unforgettable Experience
14 Days Rwanda and Uganda Unforgettable Experience
Overview
Discover the heart of East Africa on this immersive 14 Days Rwanda and Uganda Unforgettable Experience. This carefully crafted itinerary combines thrilling wildlife encounters with profound cultural experiences, taking you from Rwanda’s genocide memorials to Uganda’s pristine national parks. Track endangered mountain gorillas through misty forests, observe playful golden monkeys, and cruise along wildlife-rich waterways. Experience the warmth of local communities, witness breathtaking landscapes of terraced hills and volcanic peaks, and create memories that will last a lifetime on this remarkable adventure.
Price Inclusions
- Airport transfers in Kigali and Entebbe
- Private transport in a 4×4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- All accommodation as listed (mid-range lodges/hotels)
- Gorilla trekking permit (Bwindi)
- Golden monkey trekking permit (Volcanoes)
- Chimpanzee trekking permit (Kyambura Gorge)
- All park entrance fees
- Guided cultural experiences and community tours
- Boat cruises on Lake Bunyonyi and Kazinga Channel
- Horseback safari in Lake Mburo
- Nature walks as mentioned
- Bottled drinking water during transfers
Price Exclusions
- International flights
- Rwanda and Uganda visas
- Meals (as requested, all meals excluded)
- Personal expenses (laundry, tips, souvenirs)
- Travel and medical insurance
- Optional activities not included in the itinerary
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
Detailed Itinerary
Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you’ll be welcomed by your guide and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, embark on a Kigali city tour, including the Kigali Genocide Memorial, local markets, and cultural sites. This provides an insightful introduction to Rwanda’s history and resilience.
Accommodation: Great Hotel Kiyovu
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, transfer to Musanze, the gateway to Volcanoes National Park. The scenic drive (about 2.5 hours) reveals Rwanda’s rolling green hills and terraced landscapes. Afternoon at leisure.
Accommodation: Isange Paradise Resort
Meals: Full Board
Spend the morning trekking to see playful golden monkeys in the bamboo forests of Volcanoes National Park. Afterward, enjoy a cultural experience in a local village with traditional music, dance, and storytelling.
Accommodation: Isange Paradise Resort
Meals: Full Board
Cross the border into Uganda and proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon and unwind, surrounded by lush rainforest.
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Meals: Full Board
After an early breakfast, head to the park offices for a briefing before setting off on your gorilla trekking adventure. Hike through dense forest with guides and trackers until you find a gorilla family. Spend an hour observing them—an experience that’s often described as life-changing.
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Travel to Lake Bunyonyi, Africa’s second-deepest lake, framed by terraced hills. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise to explore the lake’s islands and learn their cultural legends.
Accommodation: Bunyonyi Eco Resort
Meals: Full Board
Depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park. Arrive in time for an evening game drive, where elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes graze freely against the backdrop of the Rwenzori Mountains.
Accommodation: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Enjoy a morning game drive across Kasenyi plains, famous for lions and large herds of Uganda kob. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, teeming with hippos, crocodiles, and aquatic birds.
Accommodation: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Head to Kyambura Gorge for chimpanzee trekking, listening for their loud calls in the “Valley of Apes.” Later, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park, known for zebras and impalas.
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Start the day with a guided nature walk in Lake Mburo. In the afternoon, enjoy a horseback safari, a unique way to spot wildlife without vehicle noise.
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge
Meals: Full Board
Journey to Kampala, Uganda’s bustling capital, with a stop at the Equator line for photos and souvenir shopping. Arrive in the evening for check-in.
Accommodation: Koki Hotel
Meals: Full Board
Spend the day exploring Kampala, visiting highlights such as the Kasubi Tombs, Namirembe Cathedral, the Uganda Museum, and vibrant craft markets.
Accommodation: Koki Hotel
Meals: Full Board
Head to Mabamba Swamp for a canoe excursion to spot the rare shoebill stork. Later, transfer to Entebbe for your final night.
Accommodation: Via Via Guesthouse
Meals: Dinner and Breakfast
Spend your last morning shopping for crafts or visiting the Entebbe Botanical Gardens before being transferred to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.
