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11-Day Rwanda Uganda Tanzania Primate & Safari Expedition

Uganda
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Duration

11-day

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

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Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 11-day journey through the heart of East Africa, exploring Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park, Uganda’s pristine rainforests, and Tanzania’s legendary savannahs. Experience the thrill of gorilla and chimpanzee trekking, immerse yourself in vibrant cultures, and witness the world-famous Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater teeming with wildlife. A perfect blend of adventure, nature, and heritage awaits.

Highlights

  • Rwanda
  • Start Kigali (Day 1)
  • Day 1 Volcanoes NP (Gorillas)
  • Uganda
  • Day 2 Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
  • Day 3 Lake Bunyonyi
  • Day 4-5 Kibale NP (Chimps)
  • Tanzania
  • Day 6 Mwanza (City)
  • Day 7-8 Serengeti NP
  • Day 9-10 Ngorongoro Crater
  • End Arusha (Arusha) (Day 11)

Itinerary

Day 1 Kigali to Volcanoes National Park – Gorilla Museum & Culture
Day 1 Kigali to Volcanoes National Park – Gorilla Museum & Culture

After an early morning breakfast from your Kigali Hotel, your driver guide will meet you and then transfer to visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a moving tribute to Rwanda’s resilience. Travel through scenic highlands to Volcanoes National Park, home to Dian Fossey’s legacy. After lunch, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, an immersive center for gorilla conservation. Later, enjoy Rwandan music and dance at the Gorilla Guardians Cultural Village. Overnight at Mountain Gorilla View Lodge or Similar.

Main Destination:
Volcanoes National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:
Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda)

Meals & Drinks:
Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
Drinks not included

Day 2 Golden Monkey or Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Uganda
Day 2 Golden Monkey or Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Uganda

After breakfast, head to Kinigi for your adventure: trek to see playful golden monkeys (included) or upgrade for gorilla trekking (permit USD 1,500). After lunch, cross into Uganda and arrive at Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, home to half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Relax and enjoy views of the Virunga ranges. Overnight at Travellers Rest Hotel or Similar.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit

Accommodation:
Travellers Rest Hotel
Mid-range hotel1-2hr drive from Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included

Day 3 Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Day 3 Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Enjoy an early breakfast before setting out for gorilla trekking in Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Trek through dense jungle, guided by expert rangers, for a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with a gorilla family. Spend an hour observing them in their natural habitat before transferring to the tranquil Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by terraced hills and islands. Overnight at Arcadia Cottages Lake Bunyonyi or Similar.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

Accommodation:
Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi
Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included

Day 4 Lake Bunyonyi to Kibale National Park
Day 4 Lake Bunyonyi to Kibale National Park

After a relaxed breakfast, drive north through rolling hills, banana plantations, and lush tea estates en route to Kibale National Park. The park is home to 13 primate species, including the lively chimpanzees. Arrive in the late afternoon and unwind amidst the forest’s serenity. Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)or Similar.

Accommodation:
Kibale Forest Lodge
Mid-range lodge just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included

Day 5 Chimpanzee Trekking and Community Walk
Day 5 Chimpanzee Trekking and Community Walk

Set out early for a guided chimpanzee trekking experience at Kanyanchu Visitor Center. Watch these intelligent primates feed, groom, and play high in the forest canopy. In the afternoon, explore local communities and the Bigodi swamp trail, spotting rare birds and monkeys. Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge or Similar.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:
Kibale Forest Lodge
Mid-range lodge just outside Kibale NP (Chimps, Uganda)

Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included

Day 6 Kibale to Mwanza, Tanzania
Day 6 Kibale to Mwanza, Tanzania

After breakfast, drive to the Mutukula border and cross into Tanzania. Continue to Bukoba, where you’ll take a short domestic flight to Mwanza on Lake Victoria. Upon arrival, transfer to your lakefront resort to relax and enjoy the sunset over Africa’s largest lake. Overnight at Malaika Beach Resort or Similar.

Main Destination:
Mwanza (City, Tanzania)

Accommodation:
Malaika Beach Resort
Mid-range lodge in Mwanza (City, Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included

Day 7 Mwanza to Serengeti National Park
Day 7 Mwanza to Serengeti National Park

Depart early for Serengeti National Park via Ndabaka Gate/Fort Ikoma gate. Upon arrival Enjoy game viewing along the Grumeti River, famous for its hippos, crocodiles, and predators. Encounter lions, elephants, and grazing herds on the vast plains before checking into your safari tented camp. Overnight at Osinon Tented Camp or Similar.

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Accommodation:
Osinon Camp
Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included

Day 8 Full Day Game Drives in Serengeti
Day 8 Full Day Game Drives in Serengeti

Spend the day exploring the Serengeti’s endless savannah. Experience morning and afternoon game drives in search of the Big Five and the Great Migration herds (seasonal). Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild before returning to camp at sunset. Overnight at Osinon Tented Camp or Similar

Main Destination:
Serengeti National Park (Tanzania)

Accommodation:
Osinon Camp
Mid-range tented camp located inside Central Serengeti NP (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not includedr.

Day 9 Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area
 Day 9 Serengeti to Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Start the day with an early morning game drive through the Seronera Valley, a hotspot for predator action. After lunch, travel to Ngorongoro Conservation Area, while traveling you’ll have an opportunity to stopover for panoramic views and a breathtaking sunset. Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge or Similar.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included

Day 10 Ngorongoro Crater Safari
Day 10 Ngorongoro Crater Safari

Descend into the world’s largest unbroken caldera, the Ngorongoro Crater, for a day of spectacular wildlife viewing. Spot elephants, rhinos, lions, buffalo, and flamingos among the crater’s diverse ecosystems. Return to the lodge for a relaxing evening. Overnight at Marera Valley Lodge or Similar.

Main Destination:
Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Accommodation:
Marera Valley Lodge
Mid-range lodge located 1-2hr drive from Ngorongoro Crater (Tanzania)

Meals & Drinks:
All meals included
Drinks not included

Day 11 Lake Manyara National Park – Departure
Day 11 Lake Manyara National Park – Departure

After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive through Lake Manyara National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions, flamingos, and lush forests. Later, transfer to Kilimanjaro or Arusha Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your East African adventure. End of Tour.

Main Destination:
Arusha Airport (Arusha, Tanzania)

Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Drinks not included

Included/Excluded

  • Park fees
  • (For non-residents)
  • Gorilla permits
  • (One per person, non-resident)
  • All activities
  • (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation
  • (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All flights during the tour
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Meals
  • (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Excluded
  • International flights
  • (From/to home)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips
  • (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items
  • (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals
  • (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks
  • Next: Getting There
  • Best price guarantee
  • Your request will be sent directly to the operator
  • If preferred, you can contact the operator directly
  • Park fees
  • (For non-residents)
  • Gorilla permits
  • (One per person, non-resident)
  • All activities
  • (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation
  • (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation
  • (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All flights during the tour
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Meals
  • (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Excluded
  • International flights
  • (From/to home)
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips
  • (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items
  • (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Some meals
  • (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks
  • Next: Getting There
  • Best price guarantee
  • Your request will be sent directly to the operator
  • If preferred, you can contact the operator directly

Tour's Location

Uganda

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