Your journey with Iriza Tours & Safaris begins with a warm welcome at Kigali International Airport. Your driver-guide will pick you up and transfer you to your accommodation in Kigali. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax and enjoy a quiet evening in the city.
After breakfast, your Iriza Tours & Safaris driver-guide will pick you up from your accommodation and take you on a Kigali city tour. Explore some of the city's important landmarks before continuing to Musanze in northern Rwanda
On the way, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, where you can learn about mountain gorilla conservation and Dian Fossey's legacy. Continue to Musanze for your overnight stay.
Overnight: Musanze
Your Iriza Tours & Safaris driver-guide will take you to Volcanoes National Park for your golden monkey trekking experience. Walk through the bamboo forests in search of these playful and endangered primates.
After the trek, visit Ibyiwacu Cultural Village to experience local traditions, stories, music, dance and community life before returning to your accommodation.
Overnight: Musanze
After an early breakfast, your Iriza Tours & Safaris driver-guide will take you to Volcanoes National Park for your Mount Bisoke hike.
The trek takes you through the beautiful volcanic landscape of the Virunga Mountains towards the spectacular crater lake at the summit. After the hike, return to Musanze and relax.
Overnight: Musanze
Your journey with Iriza Tours & Safaris continues across the border into Uganda. Travel through the scenic southwestern Ugandan countryside towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Continue to Lake Bunyonyi, one of the most beautiful lakes in the region. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings and relax after the journey.
Overnight: Lake Bunyonyi
Today is one of the major highlights of your journey. Your Iriza Tours & Safaris driver-guide will take you to the starting point for your mountain gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Spend time in the ancient forest searching for a habituated gorilla family and observing these incredible animals in their natural habitat.
After the trek, return to your accommodation and relax.
Overnight: Bwindi
After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing Lake Bunyonyi boat excursion, visiting some of the lake's beautiful islands and taking in the surrounding scenery.
Later, continue your journey with Iriza Tours & Safaris towards Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Your Iriza Tours & Safaris driver-guide will take you into the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park for a game drive.
Keep your eyes open for the famous tree-climbing lions, along with elephants, buffaloes, antelopes and other wildlife. Continue towards the northern sector of the park.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Start the day with chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge. Walk through the forest in search of chimpanzees and other primates.
In the afternoon, enjoy a Kazinga Channel boat cruise, one of the best ways to see hippos, crocodiles, elephants and an impressive variety of birdlife along the water.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Today is dedicated to exploring Queen Elizabeth National Park with your Iriza Tours & Safaris driver-guide.
Enjoy extended game drives through the park in search of elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes and, with some luck, leopards. The diverse landscapes also provide excellent opportunities for birdwatching.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, continue your journey with Iriza Tours & Safaris towards Lake Mburo National Park.
After arrival, enjoy a game drive before experiencing an exciting night game drive, giving you the opportunity to see some of the park's nocturnal wildlife.
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Lake Mburo National Park before beginning your journey back to Rwanda.
Your Iriza Tours & Safaris driver-guide will drive you to Kigali, where your Rwanda and Uganda Primate & Safari Adventure comes to an end.
A complete East Africa safari combining the very best of Rwanda and Uganda in one seamless, expertly guided journey. From mountain gorilla trekking and golden monkey tracking in the mist-covered Virunga volcanoes, to chimpanzee encounters in Bwindi's ancient forest, Big Five game drives, the stunning shores of Lake Bunyonyi, and a volcano hike to a breathtaking crater lake, this itinerary is the definitive primate and wildlife experience for the serious safari traveller. Outstanding birding is woven throughout every day of the journey.
Experience the best of Rwanda and Uganda on a 12-day journey combining mountain gorilla trekking, golden monkey tracking, chimpanzee encounters, volcano hikes, cultural experiences and classic African wildlife.
Your journey with Iriza Tours & Safaris takes you from the misty Virunga Mountains of Rwanda to the ancient forests of Bwindi, the peaceful waters of Lake Bunyonyi and the wildlife-rich landscapes of Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo National Parks.
Along the way, trek with mountain gorillas and golden monkeys, hike Mount Bisoke to its beautiful crater lake, discover the work of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund, experience local culture at Ibyiwacu, cruise the Kazinga Channel and Lake Bunyonyi, search for the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, and experience wildlife after dark on a Lake Mburo night game drive.
With exceptional primate encounters, diverse wildlife, stunning landscapes and excellent birdwatching throughout, this is a complete East African adventure designed for travellers who want to experience both Rwanda and Uganda in one seamless journey.
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-Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
-Personal expenses, tips, laundry, and shopping
-Alcoholic beverages
