13 Days Rwanda and Uganda safari: Prices

Itinerary in Details

Join our 13 Days Uganda and Rwanda safari to see the big five animals and also to  trek gorillas, chimpanzees and Golden monkeys. This 13 days Uganda and Rwanda safari starts from Entebbe and ends in Kigali. The trip takes you to visit some of the famous sites in both countries, including; Murchison Falls park, Kibale forest park, Bwindi park, Volcanoes park and Lake Kivu. Make use of the East African tourist visa to visit both countries, without worrying about the boarders.

Tour Highlights

• Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls park. 6 hours drive
• Day 2: Safari game drive / Boat ride along the Nile.
• Day 3: Chimpanzee tracking safari
• Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest . Long drive 7 to 8 hours
• Day 5: Chimpanzee tracking / Transfer to Queen Elizabeth Park. 3 hours drive.
• Day 6: Game drive \ Boat ride
• Day 7: Transfer to Bwindi through the Ishasha sector. 5 hours drive
• Day 8: Gorilla tracking in Bwindi.
• Day 9: Transfer to Rwanda volcanoes park . 4 hours drive
• Day 10: Golden monkey trek
• Day 11: Dian Fossey tombs trek.
• Day 12: Drive to Lake Kivu ; 1 Hour drive
• Day 13: Drive to Kigali airport 2 and half hours drive

Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park (6 hours drive)

After an early breakfast, your driver-guide from AA Safaris & Tours Ltd will pick you up from your hotel and set off for Murchison Falls. Along the way, you’ll pass through the historic Luwero Triangle, a region notable for the 1980s NRM war, while enjoying views of lush countryside. Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to see the reintroduced rhinos, before continuing to Masindi for lunch. Later, hike to the top of the Nile to marvel at the breathtaking sight of Murchison Falls as the river squeezes through a narrow gorge. Dinner and overnight at:

• Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge / Nile Safari Lodge / Chobe Safari Lodge

• Midrange: Sambiya River Lodge

• Budget: Red Chilli Rest Camp

Day 2: Game Drive & Boat Ride on the Nile

Start the day with an early morning game drive across the savannah, spotting wildlife such as hartebeest, Uganda kob, lions, waterbuck, buffalo, oribi, and baboons, among others. Return to the lodge for breakfast and later lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic boat cruise along the Nile, where you’ll see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffalo, and a variety of birds along the riverbanks. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking in Budongo Forest

After breakfast, head to Budongo Forest, famous for its rich biodiversity, for a chimpanzee trekking adventure. Encounter our closest relatives among the estimated 800 chimp population, along with other primates such as vervet monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, black-and-white colobus, and baboons. Enjoy a guided forest walk to learn about the diverse tree species and their uses. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest (7–8 hours drive)

After breakfast, embark on a long but scenic drive to Fort Portal, passing through Masindi and Hoima. Arrive in the evening and check in at your lodge for dinner and overnight at:

• Luxury: Ndali Lodge / Primate Lodge

• Midrange: Rwenzori View Guest House / Mountains of the Moon Fort Portal / Chimps Nest Lodge

• Budget: Kanyankyu Ecological Bandas

Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth Park (3–4 hours drive)

Enjoy an early breakfast before heading to Kanyanchu for briefing and chimpanzee trekking. Observe these playful primates and compare their behavior to humans. Kibale is also home to other primates including grey-cheeked mangabey, L’Hoest’s monkey, and red-tailed monkey. After lunch, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, with a game drive en route through the Mweya Peninsula and Katwe town, famous for its crater lakes and salt mining. Dinner and overnight at:

• Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge / Jacana Safari Lodge

• Midrange: Ihamba Safari Lodge / Albertine Camp / Hippo Hill Camp

• Budget: Simba Safari Camp / Elephant Guest House

Day 6: Game Drive & Boat Ride on the Kazinga Channel

Begin with an early morning game drive through the northern section of the park, where you may spot elephants, warthogs, antelopes, waterbuck, buffalo, and abundant birdlife. After lunch, take a relaxing boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway that links Lake Edward and Lake George, known for its high concentration of hippos, crocodiles, and water birds. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 7: Transfer to Bwindi via the Ishasha Sector (5 hours drive)

After breakfast, depart Queen Elizabeth for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Drive through the Ishasha sector, a region famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. Continue on to Bwindi, home of the endangered mountain gorillas. Dinner and overnight at:

• Budget: Buhoma Community Bandas / Bwindi View Bandas / Nkuringo Campsite / Virunga Hotel / Nkuringo Safari Centre

• Midrange: Engagi Lodge / Buhoma Lodge / Gorilla Resort Camp / Traveler’s Rest Camp / Silverback Lodge / Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

• Luxury: Gorilla Forest Camp / Clouds Lodge / Gahinga Volcanoes Lodge / Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge

Day 8: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

Rise early for a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure. After briefing, enter the dense rainforest to track one of Bwindi’s habituated gorilla families. The trek can be challenging, but the reward of spending one unforgettable hour with these gentle giants is unmatched. Along the way, look out for other primates, birds, and forest life. Return to your lodge for relaxation, or take an optional community walk to learn about Batwa culture. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 9: Transfer to Rwanda – Volcanoes National Park (4 hours drive)

After breakfast, cross into Rwanda via the Katuna border and drive to Volcanoes National Park. On arrival, check into your lodge. Optional activities this afternoon include visiting the twin lakes or exploring local communities. Dinner and overnight at:

• Budget: Muhabura Lodge / Kinigi Guest House

• Midrange: Five Volcanoes Hotel

• Luxury: Virunga Volcanoes Lodge / Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge

Day 10: Golden Monkey Trekking

Enjoy an early breakfast and head to the park headquarters for briefing before starting your golden monkey trek. These rare primates, found only in the Virunga Mountains, are a delight to watch as they leap through bamboo forests. The trek takes about 2–4 hours. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Day 11: Dian Fossey Tomb Trek & Kigali City Tour

After breakfast, hike to the Dian Fossey Tombs to learn about her remarkable conservation work with gorillas, made famous by the film Gorillas in the Mist. Later, drive to Kigali for a city tour including the Kigali Genocide Memorial, craft shops, and local markets. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 12: Lake Kivu Excursion & Genocide Memorials

In the morning, drive to Lake Kivu for a boat ride, enjoying birdwatching and scenic views of the surrounding hills. After lunch, visit Bisesero and Murambi genocide memorials, where you’ll hear the moving stories of Rwanda’s past. Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 13: Departure from Kigali (2.5 hours drive)

After breakfast, transfer to Kigali International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable Uganda & Rwanda safari adventure.