8-Day Uganda & Rwanda SafariMade for the wild.

Rhinos, Murchison Falls, Kibale chimpanzees, Queen Elizabeth wildlife, Bwindi gorillas, Lake Bunyonyi and Kigali in one cross-border expedition.

More than
just travel

4.9/5 traveler rating

Adventure with purpose

8 days: 7 nights
Uganda + Rwanda: Destination
Private: Travel style
$3,780 USD: Per person

Detailed itinerary

Your 8 days adventure

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

Entebbe to Kampala

Arrival in Entebbe → Kampala

Arrival & transfer

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport
Warm welcome by your private guide
Transfer to Kampala
Settle into your accommodation

Evening & accommodation

Check into Marie's Royale Hotel
Safari briefing
Dinner at the hotel
Rest after the journey

First night insight

Kampala blends modern development with rich cultural heritage and offers a gentle introduction to East Africa.

Kampala to Murchison Falls NP

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary → Murchison Falls

Rhino encounter

Visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
See Uganda's only wild rhinos
Guided ranger walk
Photography opportunities

Murchison Falls journey

Continue to Murchison Falls NP
Check into Nkundwa Nile View Lodge
Evening Nile views
Sunset dinner

Conservation insight

Ziwa is a successful project working to reintroduce rhinos to Uganda's national parks after their extinction in the 1980s.

Murchison Falls NP

Game Drive & Murchison Falls Cruise

Morning game drive

Early game drive
Search for elephants and giraffes
Antelope and buffalo viewing
Birdwatching

Afternoon boat cruise

Boat cruise on the Nile
Cruise to the base of Murchison Falls
Spot hippos and crocodiles
Waterfall photography

Natural wonder

The Nile forces through a seven-metre gap and plunges 43 metres at Murchison Falls.

Murchison Falls to Kibale

Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale

Journey to Kibale

Scenic drive to Kibale
Arrive at Kibale Forest Lodge
Lunch and briefing
Afternoon chimpanzee tracking

Primate experience

Track chimpanzees
One hour with a chimp family
See other primate species
Evening lodge relaxation

Primate capital

Kibale holds 13 primate species and 375 bird species, with one of the world's highest primate densities.

Kibale to Queen Elizabeth NP

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Transfer & arrival

Morning drive to Queen Elizabeth NP
Check into Pumba Safari Cottages
Lunch with park views
Afternoon relaxation

Evening game drive

Late afternoon safari
Explore savanna plains
Look for tree-climbing lions
See buffalo and warthogs

Unique wildlife

Queen Elizabeth is famous for the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, which rest in fig trees during the day.

Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi

Ishasha & Scenic Drive to Bwindi

Ishasha exploration

Morning game drive
Search for tree-climbing lions
Photograph unique behaviour
Other wildlife sightings

Scenic highlands drive

Journey to Bwindi
Drive through the highlands
Check into Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Gorilla trekking briefing

Gorilla preparation

The evening briefing covers gorilla behaviour, trekking rules and what to expect in Bwindi's misty forest.

Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi

Gorilla Trekking → Lake Bunyonyi

Gorilla trekking

Morning trek in Bwindi
Find a mountain gorilla family
One hour with the gentle giants
Return for lunch

Lake Bunyonyi transfer

Travel to Lake Bunyonyi
Check into Itambira Island Resort
Relax by the lake
Reflect on the gorilla experience

Life-changing experience

Meeting endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat is an unforgettable connection.

Uganda to Rwanda

Cross to Rwanda → Kigali Memorial

Border crossing

Breakfast with lake views
Cross into Rwanda
Scenic drive to Kigali
Experience Rwanda's capital

Kigali & memorial

Visit Kigali Genocide Memorial
Learn about Rwanda's history
Lunch in Kigali
Airport or hotel drop-off

Journey conclusion

The Kigali memorial provides historical context to Rwanda's recovery. Schedule flights for the evening.

Unforgettable experiences

Adventure highlights

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Tour details & accommodations

Your stays

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Kampala · 1 night

Marie's Royale Hotel

Comfort

A comfortable Kampala introduction.

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Hot showers

Scenic views

Tour features

Why travel with WildMed

Two countries

Travel across Uganda and Rwanda

Primate encounters

Chimpanzees and mountain gorillas

Private transport

Dedicated safari vehicle and guide

All-inclusive

Core activities, stays and permits arranged

What's included

Private cross-border transport
Seven nights' accommodation
Professional guide
Rhino walk
Game drives and Nile cruise
Chimpanzee and gorilla permits
Park fees
Specified meals and water

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

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