Fifteen Days Wildlife Safaris, Primate And Birding Tour: Uganda-rwanda
15 Days
From 6 Persons
Feb 21st – Mar 7th 2026
June 21st – July 5th 2026
From $5,175
Tour Introduction
Located in the East African region, Rwanda and Uganda are distinguished by a wide range of natural landscapes, wildlife and diverse sites to visit. From national parks and wildlife to its freshwater lakes and waterfalls, East Africa’s unparalleled attractions continue to fascinate visitors. Rwanda and Uganda, and East Africa in general, are known for their unique attractions, including safari parks, endemic birds, volcanoes, mountains, beaches and a variety of cultures. Both countries are part of the Albertine Rift and have a vast mountain range and savannah areas. The region has features but I can only name some that may tempt you to visit Uganda/Rwanda
Unique wild animals and birds
The national parks and reserves of Rwanda and Uganda have vast habitat for large herds of the African big 5: lions, leopards, elephants, buffalo and rhinos as well as other animals like giraffes, topis, zebras, hippos, crocodiles, etc. The East African region is home to over 1,200 varieties of birds, including 41 species endemics to the Albertine Rift region. Rwanda, Uganda and DRC, are the only habitats to Mountain Gorillas as well as other rare primates among other Golden Monkeys and Chimpanzees
East African Tourist Visa
This is a joint tourist visa that allows travelers to travel freely to Uganda, Kenya and Rwanda. The issuing country must be your first point of entry and it can be used multiple times for tourism purposes. The visa is valid for 90 days and cannot be renewed upon expiration or upon exit from the bloc (Kenya, Uganda and Rwanda).
Knowledgeable Guides
You will meet our guides who are familiar with wildlife of our parks and reserves. They know birds and animals as well as the nice corners to make your tour more pleasant when you visit Uganda and Rwanda.
Expectations
Large Mammals i.e Elephants, Lions, Buffalo, Giraffes, Zebra, Topi, many Birds and agro-tourism experience.
Tour Price Includes
- Full-board accommodation, meals include carbonated drink or tea/coffee
- Private safari car vehicle with a driver speaking French/English and fuel for this itinerary
- All entrance and other fees for the activities included in the itinerary (plus guide)
- Mineral water in transit
- Park entry fees
- All government taxes
- Bank charges
Tour Price Excludes
- All airport taxes, International airfares and Visas
- Insurance (trip cancellation medical insurances are recommended)
- Activities/Excursions not mentioned on itinerary
- Tips and Gratuities to driver and hotels staff
- Premium Drinks / Beverages with meals
Safari Itinerary
Arrival at Entebbe airport/ driving to the hotel; accommodation at Airport Guest House
After early breakfast, we drive to Mabamba to see the fabulous Shoebill Stork. After lunch at the Lodge, we drive to Lake Mburo NP (around 250km); accommodation at Eagle Nest Lodge
On safaris we can see animals like Giraffe, Eland Antelope, Zebras, Topis, Impalas, Warthogs, Buffaloes, etc. also a number of birdlife. After lunch, we drive to Kibale Forest National Park; accommodation at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
After breakfast, we are trekking Chimpanzees until lunch time. At 3pm, we take a walk in Bigodi swamp to see more primates i.e Angolan Black and White Colobus Monkey, red-tailed Monkey, etc. dinner at the lodge (Chimpanzee Forest Lodge)
After breakfast, we are driving to Queen Elisabeth National Park and we have a short drive along the fence to see some savannah animals until lunch time. After an afternoon break, we have safaris until sunset; accommodation at Bush Camp
We have a morning safaris to try lion and other animals until lunch time. At 2.30pm to 5pm, we have a boat at Kazinga Channel to see hippos, crocodiles and herds of buffalo and elephants coming for watering; dinner and accommodation at Bush Camp
We have a morning safaris to try lion and other animals until lunch time. At 2.30pm to 5pm, we have a boat at Kazinga Channel to see hippos, crocodiles and herds of buffalo and elephants coming for watering; dinner and accommodation at Bush Camp
Today is a special day; we are trekking Mountain Gorillas until lunch time which is arranged at the lodge. After lunch at the lodge, we drive to Ruhija Sector of Bwindi Forest; accommodation at Bakiga Lodge
After breakfast, we go for a walk in/around the forest, we have a community walk until 11am. After lunch, we drive towards Rwanda-Uganda border (Kisoro) to reach the lodge in Rwanda around dinner time; accommodation at Fatima Hotel.
After breakfast, we are trekking Golden Monkeys until 12pm. After lunch we drive to Lake Kivu-Gisenyi side; accommodation Gorillas Hotel.
After breakfast, we drive to Pfunda Tea factory for tea processing experience and after lunch we drive to Kibuye along lake Kivu; accommodation Bethany Hotel.
After breakfast, we have tour on Lake Kivu to see the islands and a good view of the town. After boat cruise, we have coffee processing experienceas we drive to Kigali; accommodation at Hôtel Chez Lando.
We drive to Akagera NP and we have a morning game driving; we can also see savannah birds. At 3pm we have a sunset cruise at Lake Ihema; we shall see many Hippopotamus, crocodiles and many waterbirds; Accommodation at Akagera GameLodge
After breakfast, we drive for a morning game driving and birding until 3pm. Later afternoon we drive to Kigali with accommodation at Hotel Chez Lando
After breakfast, we visit Kigali Genocide Memorial and we go for souvenirs shops f or souvenirs. After lunch, we drive to the airport for the evening flight; END
RATES
Price (6 people): The cost is USD 31,050.0 (or USD 5,175 per person) base on 6 people (3 couples) sharing 3 double/twin rooms