6-Day Rwanda & Uganda Primates, Big 5 Wildlife Safari

Arrive in Kigali, City tour and transfer to Mgahinga National Park

Day 1Arrive in Kigali, City tour and transfer to Mgahinga National Park Arrive in Kigali, City tour and transfer to Mgahinga National Park After your arrival, our Professional English-speaking driver-guide will pick you up and take you on a city tour of Kigali, visiting the Genocide Memorial Center, the main market, the Presidential Palace Museum, and artisan shops. Following the tour, you'll proceed on a scenic 3-hour drive to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park in Uganda, enjoying stunning views along the way. Lunch will be served en route, with arrival expected late in the afternoon. You will cross the border into Uganda and overnight at a property close to Mgahinga NP where you will undertake golden monkey trekking the next day. Main Destination: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas) Best Time To Visit June to August and December to January (Gorilla trekking is easiest) High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce) Best Weather Jun to Aug and Dec to Jan (Less rainfall) Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP GorillaCommon ChimpanzeeNone BuffaloOccasional ElephantRare LeopardRare White RhinoNone Show more GiraffeNone Black RhinoNone LionNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: Lake Mulehe Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas) +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Golden monkey tracking, transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 2Golden monkey tracking, transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Golden monkey tracking, transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park After breakfast, head to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park for a briefing on golden monkey trekking. Rangers will share insights on the park, golden monkey troops, and guidelines for the trek. The trek typically lasts 3-5 hours, and you'll have an hour with the vocal and dynamic monkeys to capture memorable photos. In the afternoon, drive 3 hours to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, check-in at the lodge for dinner and overnight. 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 Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) +41 Photos +40 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 3Gorilla trekking in Bwindi, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park Gorilla trekking in Bwindi, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park After breakfast, head to the rangers' post for a briefing, then trek into Bwindi Forest to encounter mountain gorillas. The trek duration (4-8 hours) and terrain depend on the gorillas' movements. Spend an unforgettable hour with these gentle giants once you find them. A packed lunch will be provided to keep you energized throughout the strenuous gorilla trekking activity. Return to the lodge and drive to the famous Queen Elizabeth National Park's Ishasha sector to spot tree-climbing lions the next morning. 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: Topi Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP) +23 Photos +22 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game drive in Ishasha area, Transfer to Kasenyi Plains for a boat Cruise along Kazinga Channel

Day 4Game drive in Ishasha area, Transfer to Kasenyi Plains for a boat Cruise along Kazinga Channel Game drive in Ishasha area, Transfer to Kasenyi Plains for a boat Cruise along Kazinga Channel After breakfast, head out for an exciting game drive in Ishasha sector to spot tree-climbing lions (60-70% chance). Enjoy the picturesque view if you're lucky! Then, continue to the Kasenyi Plains in Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving at the lodge for lunch and an afternoon 2 our boat cruise along Kazinga Channel that connects lakes Edward and George. You will enjoy views of hippos, water birds, elephants coming to refresh and crocodiles among other animals during the boat ride. After the boat ride, an evening game drive awaits in this part of the park followed with dinner. Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda) Accommodation: Enshama Game Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP +2 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Kyambura Chimp tracking, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Day 5Kyambura Chimp tracking, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park Kyambura Chimp tracking, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park After breakfast, head to Kyambura Gorge, a scenic valley inhabited by chimpanzees. Following a ranger briefing, embark on a guided trek through the lush forest to track and observe these dynamic primates, amidst a rich array of wildlife and bird species. Return to the lodge for some rest time and lunch and then check out to transfer to Lake Mburo National Park. When you arrive, head out for an evening game drive. Expect to spot impressive wildlife, including eland antelopes, zebras, topi, impalas, Uganda kob, and Cape buffalos. After a thrilling game drive, unwind at your accommodation for the night. Optional: For an extra charge, consider a night game drive, where you might encounter nocturnal creatures like snakes, hyenas, owls, and the rare leopard (if you're lucky!). 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: Mpogo Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP +4 Photos +3 Photos Meals & Drinks:

Mburo's morning game drive or Walking Safari, Transfer to Entebbe for departure

Day 6Mburo's morning game drive or Walking Safari, Transfer to Entebbe for departure Mburo's morning game drive or Walking Safari, Transfer to Entebbe for departure Start the day with an early breakfast, then embark on a guided morning park walk in Lake Mburo National Park with an armed ranger or choose a game drive. Get up close to zebras, giraffes, eland, topi, antelope, cape buffaloes, and more. After the walk, return to your accommodation for checkout, then drive to Entebbe airport for your flight departing in the evening or later, with a photo stop at the Equator line in Kayabwe. Main Destination: Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe, Uganda) 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