Basic Safari

6-Day Rwanda Uganda Magical Experience - Budget Tour

by Wild Compass Africa6 daysUganda, Rwanda

Overview

Tour Overview

This tour will start in Uganda and end in Kigali or either way. Visitors will immerse into Uganda's rich biodiversity and Rwanda's tranquility encounters. Visit

Day by Day

Itinerary

1

Pick up - Lake Victoria & shoe bill trekking - drive to lake Mburo np - Evening nature walk

Day 1Pick up - Lake Victoria & shoe bill trekking - drive to lake Mburo np - Evening nature walk Pick up - Lake Victoria & shoe bill trekking - drive to lake Mburo np - Evening nature walk Today, you will be picked from the airport or your hotel and journey to mabamba wetland for shoe bill trekking along with other birds on the shores of Lake Victoria. After this encounter, embark on your journey to lake Mburo national park western Uganda for another thrilling experience. Driving through rolling hills, valleys and scenic landscapes and meeting local people trying to earn a living in Uganda will leave you amazed as you approach the park, the view of Ankole cattle farms and open savannah woodlands is amazing too. Relaxation as you prepare for a breathtaking fabulous evening walking safari, your guide will prepare a table for you in the wild and have an evening wine/snack as you watch giraffes Browse on trees, dazzle of zebras roaming in the wild and have close pictures of wildlife. Main Destination: Mabamba Swamp (Uganda) Best Time To Go August to September and December to February (Best for spotting shoebill) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather Accommodation: Hyena Hill Lodge Budget lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP (Uganda) +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

2

Morning farm experience - Game Drive - Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 2Morning farm experience - Game Drive - Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park Morning farm experience - Game Drive - Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park Wake up early morning and join the herd’s men who will take you through the milking experience, learn how to make yogurt and butter locally, grazing cattle, and harvesting crops in the garden. After have breakfast as you prepare for a morning game drive in the park. Enjoy a game drive searching wildlife for example zebras, giraffes', warthogs, buffaloes from the lake impalas and antelopes are seen roam the wild in morning hours. after this encounter, drive to queen Elizabethe national park for another unforgettable exploration. Depending on arrival time, join the boat trip at kazinga channel and witness Uganda's wildlife on a full display, you will see elephants drinking and relaxing on the lake's shores, buffaloes wallowing into the water, birds singing and crocodiles lying on the shores of the lake. Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda) Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall) Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP ChimpanzeeOccasional ElephantCommon LionCommon BuffaloCommon HippoAbundant LeopardOccasional Show more GiraffeNone White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: The Bush Lodge (

3

Chimp trekking - game drive in Ishasha sector - Bwindi impenetrable national park

Day 3Chimp trekking - game drive in Ishasha sector - Bwindi impenetrable national park Chimp trekking - game drive in Ishasha sector - Bwindi impenetrable national park On this day, early morning after breakfast, drive to Kyambura information center, you will be given a ranger guide to take you through the walk into Kyambura gorge found in Queen Elizabeth national park. You will have a chance to walk inside the beautiful eco-friendly gorge, witness its permanent river, animals looking for water especially in dry season as well as chimps. After this thrilling adventure, drive to the southern gate of the park for a game drive searching for leopards, elephants, and impalas’ buffaloes are seen roam the wild. Tree climbing lions are always spotted lying on fig trees either feeding or gazing at their prey in the open savannah of the park. later proceed to Bwindi impenetrable national park. 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: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge Budget lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Uganda) Mea

4

Gorilla trekking - transfer to volcanoes national park rwanda

Day 4Gorilla trekking - transfer to volcanoes national park rwanda Gorilla trekking - transfer to volcanoes national park rwanda Today, wake up early morning for breakfast, have a packed lunch or snack and your drive will drop you at the information center for a briefing and join other trekkers in a gorilla family. You will be handed walking sticks and incase of any assistances needed, the porters are always available for hire at a small fee of $20, they help in carrying the bags and lay a hand in steep slopes. Guided by expert trackers and armed rangers, you will vanish into the jungle. The trek could take 2-7 hours, but when you finally see those gorillas, it will be a face-to-face experience for 1 hour observing gorillas in their nature habitat. later drive to cyanika boarder, and drive through land of a thousand hills viewing beauty and Virunga massive, tropical rain forests as you approach kinige town volcanoes national park. Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Best Time To Visit June to August (It is drier and hiking is easier) High Season June to September (Permits are scarce) Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot) Wildlife in Volcanoes NP GorillaCommon ChimpanzeeNone ElephantRare BuffaloRare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone Show more GiraffeNone LionNone LeopardNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: Hotel Muhabura Budget hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) Meals & Drinks: All meal

5

Golden monkey tracking - Dian Fossey - Iby'wacu cultural village

Day 5Golden monkey tracking - Dian Fossey - Iby'wacu cultural village Golden monkey tracking - Dian Fossey - Iby'wacu cultural village In the morning after breakfast, drive to the parks' headquarters for briefing, you will be given a ranger guide to take you through trekking procedure and hiring a porter in case you need assistance, drive to the trekking point, vanish into jungle to look for golden striking fur monkeys, spend I hour observing their Playful behaviors flipping in trees. It's an exciting moment watching monkey’s move all over in their natural habitat. It takes 1 to 3 hours trekking the golden monkeys. After this thriving activity, visit Dian Fossey Gorilla fund and witness her conservation efforts and gorilla awareness, later after relaxations at the lodge, journey to gorilla guardian village, listen to their stories, participate in their cultural ceremonies, enjoy folk songs and dance their traditional music by the traditional troupe. As it gets late, drive back to your lodge for an overnight. Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas) Accommodation: Hotel Muhabura Budget hotelless than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

6

Transfer to Kigali - city tour

Day 6Transfer to Kigali - city tour Transfer to Kigali - city tour Early morning after breakfast, embark on your journey to Kigali city driving through rolling hills and rugged terrain viewing landscapes with tropical rain forest. Have a city tour in Kigali and enjoy the scenic views of Rwanda hills, ancient and unique buildings, know the history of genocide and social life of the local natives of Rwanda, engage in local community activities Nyamirambo women's center and enjoy a local dish. Later you can be dropped at Kigali international airport or at your hotel. End. Main Destination: Kigali Genocide Memorial (Kigali, Rwanda) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other 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. You'll be dropped off at the airport. 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 Wild Compass

What's covered

Included & Excluded

Included

  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • What is included in this tour

Not Included

  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

What travellers say

Verified Reviews

Reviews are aggregated from SafariBookings, TripAdvisor, Google, and Trustpilot — weighted by platform reliability and review volume to give a balanced composite score.
Barbara 5.0/5

I had the pleasure of traveling in Uganda/Rwanda in October of 2023. Jaz was my guide and I couldn’t have asked for a more caring, considerate, well informed guide than he was. We visited many places, villages and points of interest. The...

Jasmin 5.0/5

As a solo female traveler, I felt completely comfortable traveling with Jaz. He’s incredibly entertaining, funny, and open-minded - and he always made sure I was having a good time. Unfortunately, I came down with food poisoning at one...

Sajmal 5.0/5

Uganda was an incredible trip and a big reason for that was JAZzzz the man... He was patient with us, always accommodating whatever we asked for without a single complaint. Uganda is all about the drives and treks and everything in...

Mirek Sawoch 5.0/5

The best trip thanks to the best guide. The two-week trip to Uganda was perfectly organized, without any hiccups or changes in plans. Perfect. But that's just a plan... If it weren't for Jaz, it would have been just another trip, and it was...

Paolo 5.0/5

Our trip with Jaz was great. He is polite and friendly. He knows a lot of things about animal and widlife in general. We spent great time togheter. Finally he is a great photographer and he taught me how to use my camera. We will choose him...

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

How much does 6-Day Rwanda Uganda Magical Experience - Budget Tour cost?

6-Day Rwanda Uganda Magical Experience - Budget Tour starts from USD 2,878 per person. This is a basic-level safari spanning 6 days. Prices vary by season and group size, with low season offering the best rates.

How long is 6-Day Rwanda Uganda Magical Experience - Budget Tour?

This safari runs for 6 days and 5 nights across Uganda, Rwanda. The itinerary is designed to maximize wildlife viewing while allowing comfortable travel between parks and lodges.

What comfort level is 6-Day Rwanda Uganda Magical Experience - Budget Tour?

This is a basic safari featuring budget-friendly camping and basic lodges, ideal for adventurous travellers. Operated by Wild Compass Africa ensures a high standard of experience throughout the journey.

Is 6-Day Rwanda Uganda Magical Experience - Budget Tour well-rated?

Yes, this safari has an aggregate rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on 10 verified reviews. Wild Compass Africa consistently receives positive feedback for wildlife sightings and overall experience.

Who operates 6-Day Rwanda Uganda Magical Experience - Budget Tour?

6-Day Rwanda Uganda Magical Experience - Budget Tour is operated by Wild Compass Africa, a safari company based in Uganda, Rwanda. You can view their full profile, other tours, and verified reviews on SafariPicked to compare before booking.

Which parks does 6-Day Rwanda Uganda Magical Experience - Budget Tour visit?

This safari visits Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Volcanoes National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park. Each park offers distinct wildlife and landscapes — from open savannah plains to riverine forests and volcanic craters.

What is included in 6-Day Rwanda Uganda Magical Experience - Budget Tour?

This tour typically includes A transfer from and back to the airport is included, What is included in this tour. Inclusions may vary by season and availability. Check the full itinerary on SafariPicked for the complete breakdown of what's covered.

How do I book 6-Day Rwanda Uganda Magical Experience - Budget Tour?

You can compare pricing and availability for 6-Day Rwanda Uganda Magical Experience - Budget Tour on SafariPicked, then book directly with Wild Compass Africa. Most operators offer free cancellation 30–60 days before departure. We recommend booking 3–6 months in advance for peak season dates.