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11-Day Uganda & Rwanda SafariMade for the wild.

An immersive cross-border safari through Rwanda and Uganda, combining savanna wildlife, primate encounters, volcanic landscapes and meaningful cultural experiences.

11-Day Uganda & Rwanda Safari

More than
just travel

4.9/5 traveler rating

Adventure with purpose

11 days
10 nights
Uganda + Rwanda
Destination
Private
Travel style
$4,800 USD
Per person

Detailed itinerary

Your 11 days adventure

Every day retains the activities, transfers, experiences, and practical notes from the original itinerary.

Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda
01

Kigali International Airport

Arrival in Kigali, Rwanda

Arrival & welcome

  • Arrive at Kigali International Airport
  • Meet your private WildMed guide
  • Transfer to Five to Five Hotel
  • Relax after your journey

Evening city tour

  • Explore Kigali's clean, safe streets
  • Visit local markets
  • Learn about Rwanda's transformation
  • Dinner at the hotel

Rwanda insight

Kigali is one of Africa's cleanest and safest capitals, blending modernity with tradition.

Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda
02

Cross border to Uganda

Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda

Border crossing & transfer

  • Cross into Uganda
  • Drive to Lake Mburo National Park
  • Check into Hyena Hill Lodge
  • Lunch and relaxation

Afternoon game drive

  • Late-afternoon game drive
  • See zebra, impala and buffalo
  • Photograph acacia landscapes
  • Enjoy the sunset

Wildlife note

Lake Mburo is Uganda's smallest savanna park, with a high wildlife density and the country's only national-park zebra population.

Queen Elizabeth National Park
03–04

Two full safari days

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Game drives & wildlife

  • Morning and evening game drives
  • Search for Ishasha's tree-climbing lions
  • See elephants on the Kasenyi plains
  • Look for more than 600 bird species

Kazinga Channel cruise

  • Cruise the Kazinga Channel
  • See hippos and crocodiles
  • Exceptional shoreline birding
  • Stay at Enshama Game Lodge

Park diversity

This 1,978-square-kilometre park combines savanna, wetlands, forest and lakes, supporting 95 mammal and over 600 bird species.

Chimpanzee Tracking & Bwindi Transfer
05

Kalinzu Forest to Bwindi

Chimpanzee Tracking & Bwindi Transfer

Chimpanzee tracking

  • Track chimpanzees in Kalinzu Forest
  • Spend two to four hours in the forest
  • Observe a chimpanzee community for one hour
  • See other primate species

Transfer to Bwindi

  • Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  • Check into Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
  • Attend the gorilla briefing
  • Rest for tomorrow's trek

Forest insight

Kalinzu protects about 320 chimpanzees in six communities and offers an intimate, less-crowded tracking experience.

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
06

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

Gorilla trekking

  • Early ranger briefing
  • Trek through the ancient forest
  • Find a habituated gorilla family
  • Spend one unforgettable hour with them

Afternoon transfer

  • Return to the lodge for lunch
  • Transfer to Itambira Island Resort
  • Relax beside Lake Bunyonyi
  • Dinner at the resort

Conservation insight

Bwindi protects about 459 mountain gorillas—nearly half the global population—and permit fees directly support their conservation.

Lake Bunyonyi Relaxation
07

Cultural & relaxation day

Lake Bunyonyi Relaxation

Lake exploration

  • Traditional canoe excursion
  • Visit island villages
  • Explore the lake's 29 islands
  • Birdwatch and photograph the landscapes

Leisure & culture

  • Guided nature walks
  • Relax at the resort
  • Meet local communities
  • Evening bonfire

Lake insight

Lake Bunyonyi sits around 900 metres above sea level, is considered Africa's second-deepest lake and is free from bilharzia.

Mount Bisoke Hike, Rwanda
08–09

Volcano adventure

Mount Bisoke Hike, Rwanda

Volcano hike

  • Cross back into Rwanda
  • Climb Mount Bisoke to 3,711 metres
  • See the summit crater lake
  • Take in Virunga views

Ruhengeri stay

  • Stay at Isange Paradise Resort
  • Recover after the hike
  • Enjoy the mountain setting
  • Prepare for golden monkey tracking

Hiking note

The Mount Bisoke round trip normally takes six to seven hours and requires good fitness.

Golden Monkey Trekking
10

Volcanoes National Park

Golden Monkey Trekking

Morning trek

  • Enter Volcanoes National Park
  • Track golden monkeys through bamboo forest
  • Photograph their acrobatic behaviour
  • Learn about primate conservation

Afternoon at leisure

  • Optional cultural visit
  • Rest at the resort
  • Shop for local souvenirs
  • Farewell dinner

Rare primates

Endangered golden monkeys survive only in the Virunga massif, making this a uniquely regional wildlife encounter.

Kigali Memorial & Departure
11

Return to Kigali

Kigali Memorial & Departure

Kigali Genocide Memorial

  • Visit the memorial
  • Learn Rwanda's history
  • Understand its reconciliation journey
  • Take time for reflection

City & departure

  • Final Kigali city tour
  • Souvenir shopping
  • Lunch in the city
  • Transfer to the airport

Memorial significance

The Kigali Genocide Memorial honours victims while documenting Rwanda's history and extraordinary path toward reconciliation.

Unforgettable experiences

Adventure highlights

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Tour details & accommodations

Your stays

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Kigali · 1 night

Five to Five Hotel

Comfort

A welcoming Kigali base close to the airport.

Free WiFi
Restaurant
Hot showers
Scenic views
Five to Five Hotel

Tour features

Why travel with WildMed

Private tour

A guided journey arranged around your group

Flexible dates

Choose a start date that suits your plans

Customizable

Adjust the experience with our trip planners

Solo traveller friendly

Personal support for individual adventurers

What's included

  • Private cross-border transport
  • Professional driver-guide
  • Ten nights' accommodation
  • Lake Mburo and Queen Elizabeth safaris
  • Kazinga Channel cruise
  • Chimpanzee, gorilla and golden monkey permits
  • Mount Bisoke hike
  • Lake Bunyonyi activities
  • Park and border support

Primate permits are limited and should be secured well in advance. Gorilla trekking has a minimum age requirement of 15 years.

Not included

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Alcoholic and premium beverages
  • Personal shopping and souvenirs
  • Tips for guides and lodge staff
  • Optional activities not mentioned
  • Personal expenses

Good to know

Trip preparation

Documentation, packing, health, fitness, and activity guidance retained from the original package.

Required documentation

Essential documents

  • Valid passport with 6+ months remaining
  • Uganda visa (available on arrival, USD $50)
  • Yellow fever vaccination certificate
  • Travel insurance with medical evacuation
  • Trekking permit confirmation supplied by WildMed

Medical requirements

  • Consult your doctor before travel
  • Recommended vaccinations up to date
  • Carry personal medication
  • Malaria prevention recommended
  • Comprehensive travel insurance required
Gorilla trekking packing list

Trekking gear

  • Waterproof hiking boots, broken in
  • Garden gloves for vegetation
  • Lightweight rain jacket or poncho
  • Small waterproof daypack
  • Walking sticks provided where required

Clothing

  • Long-sleeved shirts in neutral colours
  • Long quick-dry trousers
  • Warm fleece or jacket
  • Brimmed hat
  • Extra wool socks

Essential items

  • High-SPF sunscreen
  • DEET-based insect repellent
  • Camera with spare batteries
  • Personal medication
  • Small first-aid kit
Fitness & gorilla trekking rules

Physical preparation

  • Moderate fitness level recommended
  • Treks may last 2-8 hours
  • Expect uneven and muddy terrain
  • Prepare for humid forest conditions
  • Porters are available locally

Gorilla trekking rules

  • Maximum 8 visitors per gorilla group
  • Keep the required distance from gorillas
  • No flash photography
  • Keep voices low
  • Do not trek when unwell
  • Follow ranger instructions at all times

Transparent pricing

11-Day Uganda & Rwanda Safari

Eleven-day tour package
USD 4,800 per person
Gorilla permit
Included
Primate permits and Mount Bisoke hike
Included
Accommodation and specified meals
Included
Private cross-border transport
Included
Estimated total per personSubject to season, availability and exchange rates
$4,800 USD*

Booking benefits

  • Fast availability confirmation
  • Flexible payment options
  • Airport transfer coordination
  • Personal trip-planning consultation

Tour inclusions summary

  • Ten nights' accommodation
  • Private transport and guide
  • All listed wildlife, primate and cultural activities
  • Park fees and permits
  • Specified meals and airport transfers

Important notes

  • Price based on double occupancy
  • Single supplement: $500
  • Premium upgrades from $750
  • Deposit: $2,200 per person
  • Balance due 60 days before arrival
  • Rwanda/Uganda visa: USD $50 where applicable
  • Optional activities from $100
  • Permits are non-refundable once confirmed
  • A deposit is required to secure permits and accommodation
  • Balance is due before travel
  • Prices may change with season, availability and exchange rates

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