15 Days Rwanda & Uganda: On the Trail of the Gentle Giants
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15 Days Rwanda & Uganda: On the Trail of the Gentle Giants

15 Days Nyungwe, Volcanoes, Bwindi & Queen Elizabeth (Rwanda & Uganda) Private guide & 4×4 included
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Overview

15 Days: Rwanda, Uganda u2013 On the Trail of the Gentle Giants is the ultimate primate and adventure journey across two countries. Walk the famous Nyungwe Forest canopy, trek the Congo-Nile Trail along Lake Kivu, track mountain gorillas and golden monkeys in the Virungas, canoe Lake Mutanda, and enjoy multiple gorilla encounters in both Rwandau2019s Volcanoes and Ugandau2019s Bwindi Impenetrable forests, before finishing with classic savannah game drives in Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo National Parks.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Arrival

Arrive and overnight, ready to begin your journey.

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Kigali to Huyu00e9

Arrive in Kigali and drive south to Huyu00e9 (Butare), exploring along the way.

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Canopy Walk in Nyungwe Forest

Experience the famous suspended canopy walkway high above the Nyungwe rainforest.

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Imbaraga Trail in Nyungwe Forest

Hike the Imbaraga Trail among waterfalls and primates in this ancient forest.

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Lake Kivu & Congo-Nile Trail

A boat trip on Lake Kivu followed by mini-trekking along the scenic Congo-Nile Trail.

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Congo-Nile Trail to Musanze

Continue along the Congo-Nile Trail and drive to Musanze near the Virunga volcanoes.

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Gorillas, Golden Monkeys or Bisoke in Volcanoes National Park

Choose mountain gorilla tracking, golden monkey trekking or the Bisoke volcano ascent in Volcanoes National Park.

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Lake Mutanda Canoeing to Rushaga

Cross into Uganda, canoe on beautiful Lake Mutanda and hike a panoramic trail to Rushaga.

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Trekking from Rushaga to Nkuringo

Trek through the southern Bwindi sectors from Rushaga to Nkuringo.

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Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi

Track a habituated mountain gorilla family in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a magical hour.

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Hike in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Explore the forest trails and waterfalls of Bwindi on a guided hike.

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Ishasha & Kazinga Channel

Search for tree-climbing lions in Ishasha and cruise the wildlife-rich Kazinga Channel.

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Game Drives & Salt Mining, Queen Elizabeth

Morning game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park and a visit to the traditional Katwe salt works.

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Lake Mburo & Drive to Entebbe

A Lake Mburo game drive among zebra and impala before the drive to Entebbe.

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Return Journey

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

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What's Included

✓ Included

  • Ground transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle
  • English-speaking driver guide
  • Accommodation as described
  • Meals as described
  • Activities, hikes and boat trips as indicated
  • Park entrance and ranger fees
  • Bottled water in the vehicle

✗ Excluded

  • Gorilla and golden monkey permits
  • International flights & visas
  • Drinks not mentioned
  • Tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Laundry
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