Day 1:
Kigali City Tour and Transfer to Akagera National Park
Begin your journey with breakfast at your hotel, followed by a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, a moving tribute to Rwanda’s past and resilience. Continue east through rolling hills to Akagera National Park, where you’ll unwind amid the peaceful savannah.
Overnight: Akagera Transit Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2:
Big Five Game Drive and Transfer to Uganda
Set out early for a Big Five game drive across Akagera’s northern plains, home to elephants, lions, giraffes, and zebras. After lunch, cross into Uganda via the Kagitumba/Mirama Hills border and continue toward Queen Elizabeth National Park, surrounded by crater lakes and the Rwenzori Mountains.
Overnight: Engiri Game Lodge or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3:
Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Begin the day with a morning game drive in the Kasenyi sector, known for lions, buffalo, and antelopes. Later, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, teeming with hippos, crocodiles, and colorful birdlife. Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Overnight: Engiri Game Lodge or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4:
Optional Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Bwindi/Mgahinga
After breakfast, enjoy an optional chimpanzee trekking experience in Kalinzu Forest, guided by expert trackers. Observe playful chimps in their natural habitat before driving through Uganda’s scenic highlands to Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
Overnight: Traveler’s Rest Hotel or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Note: Chimpanzee trekking permit – USD 150 (pre-purchased at booking).
Day 5:
Optional Gorilla Trekking or Batwa Cultural Experience
Choose between two unforgettable experiences:
• Gorilla Trekking (optional): Track endangered mountain gorillas through dense forest for a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter.
• Batwa Cultural Experience: Visit the Batwa community, learn about traditional forest life, and enjoy a hands-on coffee-making session.
Overnight: Traveler’s Rest Hotel or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Note: Gorilla trekking permit – USD 800 (pre-purchased at booking).
Day 6:
Optional Golden Monkey Trek and Community Experience
Join an optional Golden Monkey Trek in Mgahinga National Park, where you’ll spot these rare and lively primates in their bamboo forest habitat. Later, participate in a tree-planting activity, supporting local reforestation initiatives.
Overnight: Traveler’s Rest Hotel or Similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Note: Golden Monkey permit – USD 100 (pre-purchased at booking).
Day 7:
Return to Kigali – End of Safari
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive back to Kigali, stopping at viewpoints or craft markets en route. Arrive in the afternoon for your onward flight or continued stay, marking the end of an unforgettable safari.
Meals: Breakfast.
