4-Day Rwanda Uganda Wildlife & Gorilla Safari Experience
Overview
Tour Overview
Experience the ultimate East African adventure combining gorilla trekking in the misty forests of Bwindi with wildlife safaris in Uganda’s stunning national
Day by Day
Itinerary
Kigali, Rwanda - Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda
Day 1Kigali, Rwanda - Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda Kigali, Rwanda - Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda After breakfast at your hotel in Kigali, meet your professional safari driver-guide for a briefing on the upcoming 4-day adventure. Begin with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial to honor the victims of the 1994 genocide. Spend 1.5–2 hours learning about Rwanda’s history before starting the drive to Uganda. Travel through scenic landscapes and lush hills as you cross into Uganda, arriving at Bwindi, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. Overnight at Travers Rest or similar. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest) High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce) Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall) Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP GorillaCommon ChimpanzeeRare ElephantRare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone LionNone Show more GiraffeNone LeopardNone CheetahNone BuffaloNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: Travellers Rest Hotel Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 2Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Enjoy an early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for a detailed gorilla trekking briefing. Trek through the dense rainforest with an experienced ranger in search of a gorilla family. Once located, spend one magical hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Capture unforgettable photos and marvel at their behavior before returning to your lodge for relaxation and reflection. Overnight at Travers Rest or similar. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Accommodation: Travellers Rest Hotel Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Bwindi to Lake Mburo National Park
Day 3Bwindi to Lake Mburo National Park Bwindi to Lake Mburo National Park After breakfast, leave Bwindi and drive through the scenic Ugandan countryside toward Lake Mburo National Park. On arrival, enjoy a boat cruise across the lake spotting hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. Continue with a game drive, encountering zebras, impalas, buffalo, and other wildlife. Conclude your day with a scenic drive to your lodge, nestled near the park’s natural beauty. Overnight at Rwakobo Rock or similar. Main Destination: Lake Mburo National Park (Uganda) Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP GiraffeCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon HippoCommon LeopardOccasional HyenaOccasional Show more ElephantNone White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone LionNone CheetahNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP +7 Photos +6 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included
Walking Safari in Lake Mburo and Transfer to Entebbe
Day 4Walking Safari in Lake Mburo and Transfer to Entebbe Walking Safari in Lake Mburo and Transfer to Entebbe Start the day with a walking safari in Lake Mburo NP. Being on foot allows a deep connection with the bush as you experience the sights, sounds, and smells of nature. Observe wildlife at close range, including zebras, buffalo, and impalas, while learning about local flora and fauna. After the walk, drive to Entebbe, marking the conclusion of this memorable 4-day gorilla trekking and wildlife adventure. Main Destination: Entebbe (City, Uganda) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Safari 2 Gorilla Tours, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates ad
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- A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
What travellers say
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I had an amazing private safari experience in Uganda and would highly recommend it. Seeing wildlife so close in such an authentic natural environment was unforgettable — especially the gorillas and chimpanzees. Aron was a great guide:...
Dan was the best tour guide we ever had. Very kind and genuine and very recommended for your tour
Aron and Martin were extremely accommodating, professional, and pleasant to work with. I had very limited time and budget for my trip, and they helped build something that would both maximize my experience and accommodate my specific needs....
Aron was able to organize a very unusual itinerary : RT Bujumbara, Burundi to Gombe, Tanzania. This included 2 overland routes, border crossings and private boat trip. He paid attention to details and was flexible in adjusting the itinerary...
We're very glad we chose Safari to Gorilla Tours and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. After researching Safari Bookings to compare companies and itineraries we chose S2G because we liked the itinerary options, price point,...
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