Depart Kampala in the morning and travel north toward Murchison Falls National Park. En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you will enjoy a guided rhino trek on foot, learning about conservation efforts to reintroduce rhinos into Uganda.

Continue the journey with lunch along the way before arriving at Murchison Falls for a visit to the Top of the Falls, where the Nile forces itself through a narrow gorge in a powerful and dramatic display. Later, proceed to your lodge near the park.

Overnight: Tangi Safari Lodge

Begin the day with an early morning game drive, offering chances to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and many of the park’s 76 mammal species. Continue toward the Nile Delta area, rich in birdlife and wildlife.

After lunch, enjoy a three-hour boat cruise on the River Nile to the base of the falls. Along the banks, observe large pods of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and a wide variety of bird species — a highlight for wildlife lovers and birders alike.

Overnight: Tangi Safari Lodge

After breakfast overlooking the Nile, travel southwest toward Kibale Forest National Park. The long but scenic drive passes rural villages, tea plantations, and rolling countryside.

Arrive in the afternoon and check in at your lodge bordering the forest. As night falls, enjoy the sounds of nocturnal wildlife, creating an authentic rainforest atmosphere.

Overnight: Isunga Lodge

Early in the morning, transfer to the Kibale Forest headquarters for a briefing before entering the forest for chimpanzee trekking. Spend up to one unforgettable hour observing chimpanzees in their natural habitat.

After the trek, drive through the scenic crater lakes region to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy lunch before embarking on an afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and other wildlife gather along the shores.

Overnight: Pumba Safari Cottages

After breakfast, head to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive searching for lions resting in fig trees, along with buffaloes and antelopes.

Continue south toward Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, arriving in the evening.

Overnight: Buhoma Community Camp

Today marks one of the greatest highlights of the safari — mountain gorilla trekking. After a briefing, trek into Bwindi’s dense forest with experienced guides to locate a gorilla family. Spend a magical hour observing them in their natural environment.

After the trek, transfer to the tranquil Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by terraced hills and islands.

Overnight: Bunyonyi Eco Resort

Cross the border into Rwanda, the second country on your safari. Enjoy a scenic drive through Rwanda’s rolling hills to Ruhengeri (Musanze), near Volcanoes National Park.

Overnight: Hotel Muhabura, Ruhengeri

This morning, head to Volcanoes National Park for golden monkey trekking. Accompanied by a specialized guide, trek through bamboo forests to observe these playful and endangered primates.

Spend the rest of the day at leisure, enjoying the cool mountain atmosphere.

Overnight: Hotel Muhabura, Ruhengeri

After breakfast, travel to Lake Kivu, one of Africa’s most beautiful lakes. Arrive in time for lunch and enjoy an afternoon boat cruise, taking in the calm waters, islands, and lakeside scenery.

Overnight: Paradis Malahide

Continue south to Nyungwe Forest National Park, passing through Rwanda’s countryside and scenic landscapes. Arrive at your lodge near the forest in the evening.

Overnight: Gisakura Guesthouse

Choose between chimpanzee trekking in Nyungwe Forest or a cultural visit to the Gisakura Tea Plantation, where you will learn about tea cultivation, harvesting, and processing from leaf to cup. Return to the lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Overnight: Gisakura Guesthouse

Travel to Kigali, Rwanda’s capital city. Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a guided Kigali city tour, including the Genocide Memorial and craft villages, learning about Rwanda’s history, resilience, and culture.

Transfer to the airport for your international departure, marking the end of your 13 Days Uganda and Rwanda Safari.