6-Day Rwanda Uganda Safari from Kigali City

This 6-Day Rwanda Uganda Safari- Gorilla Trekking, Golden Monkey Tracking and Batwa Cultural Experience starts in Rwanda with Kigali city tour then to Volcanoes National Park for Golden Monkey to Bwindi impenetrable Forest National Park, home to endangered mountain gorillas, and lastly proceed to Lake Bunyonyi, where you can enjoy various activities and unwind. Below is the 6-Day Rwanda Uganda Safari itinerary.

Day 1: Transfer to the iconic Volcanoes National Park

Upon your arrival at Kigali Airport, our Jackal Adventure driver/guide will greet you, and you’ll embark on a guided tour of the rapidly developing neighborhoods of Kigali, which are reshaping the city’s landscape. There’s an option to visit the presidential museum, once the residence of two former Presidents of Rwanda, offering insights into the country’s political history.

We’ll traverse through the historic commercial and residential areas, with a significant stop at the Kigali Genocide Memorial Site, a poignant remembrance of the 1994 Rwandan Genocide. After a lunch break, we’ll journey to Volcanoes National Park. Upon arrival at Volcanoes National Park, you will visit Iby’iwachu Cultural Village to learn about the Rwandese culture. You will then later check in at the lodge.

• Main Destination: Volcanoes National Park
• Accommodation: Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
• Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)

Day 2: Golden Monkey Trek in Volcanoes and Magical Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Park

After an early breakfast, you’ll head to Kinigi park offices by 7:00 am. There, join other trekkers and meet your ranger guide for a briefing. At 8:00 am, set off to the trailhead outside the park. Trekking into the park offers scenic mountain views. Golden monkeys reside near the park’s edge in bamboo forests, making for an easy trek. Watch them skillfully feed on bamboo leaves and possibly wander into nearby potato fields. After an hour with these fascinating creatures, return to the trailhead and back to the lodge for lunch. Then, proceed to the border for clearance before heading to Bwindi.

• Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
• Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
• Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3: Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Following an early breakfast, you’ll walk to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla tracking guidelines. Then, you’ll proceed to the gorilla trail, where tracking can last 2 to 8 hours. You’ll spend at least an hour in the presence of these magnificent creatures. It’s recommended to carry a packed lunch provided, as tracking duration varies. After this exhilarating activity, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation before embarking on the Batwa cultural tour in the afternoon. Later in the evening, head back to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

• Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
• Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
• Meals & Drinks: All meals included and Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4: Nature Walk in Mubwindi Swamp in Bwindi Forest and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

During the journey from Bwindi, we will have a nature walk in Mubwindi Swamp in Bwindi forest as we proceed to Lake Bunyonyi. While sightings of the “Big Five” aren’t guaranteed, you may be fortunate enough to spot lions, buffaloes, elephants, Uganda kobs, topi, and bushbucks, with leopards occasionally sighted, completing the “Big Four.” You will then go for an evening Sunset Boat Cruise. Then later check in at the hotel.

• Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi
• Accommodation: Birdnest Resort
• Meals & Drinks: All meals included and Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5:  Full Day Adventure around Lake Bunyonyi

Following breakfast, embark on a boat excursion to explore various islands on the lake and engage in various activities like Nature Walk, Photography, Culture and Relaxation.

• Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi
• Accommodation: Birdnest Resort
• Meals & Drinks: All meals and Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6: Road Transfer to Kigali City

After breakfast, you will proceed to the Katuna border for crossing into Rwanda. Upon arrival, Explore the city landmarks and craft markets. Finally, transfer to Kigali Airport for your departure flight.

• Main Destination: Kigali International Airport
• Accommodation: None
• Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

End of tour 6 Day Rwanda Uganda Safari From Kigali City

Uganda Gorilla Trekking

6-Day Rwanda Uganda Safari Inclusions and Exclusions

Included;

• Park fees (For non-residents)
• Gorilla permit
• Golden Monkey permit
• All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
• All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
• A professional driver/ 6-Day Rwanda Uganda Safari guide
• All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
• All Taxes/VAT
• Roundtrip airport transfer
• Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
• Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Excluded

• International flights (From/to home)
• Additional accommodation at the end of the tour
• 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)

SAFARI QUOTATION

Single Supplement: US$270