DISCOVER UGANDA’S WILD SOUL: 8 DAYS OF SHOEBILLS, GORILLAS, CHIMPS, ANKOLE CATTLE AND WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS.

6 days and 5 nights primates and birding adventure with birding side quest.

From:

$2,975 Per Person

Based on 4 Pax Sharing

Main Destination:

Rwanda, Uganda

Trip Type:

Group Tour

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Trip Highlights

  • Shoebill
  • Game drive & Boat Cruise Queen Elizabeth NP
  • Gorillas in Bwindi
  • Golden Monkey
  • Kigali City

Trip Overview

DayMain destinationAccommodationMeals
1Arrival at Entebbe International Airport, Mabamba Shoebill Stork Visit.Best Western Premier HotelBreakfast, Dinner
2Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park - Stopover at the Equator - Evening Game Drive.Mweya Safari LodgeBreakfast, Dinner
3Morning Game Drive - Afternoon Boat Cruise - Transfer to Bwindi –Kisoro.Ichumbi Hotel KisoroBreakfast, Dinner
4Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi UNESCO Heritage site.Ichumbi Hotel KisoroBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
5Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga National Park – Kisoro Coffee Village Tour.Ichumbi Hotel KisoroBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
6Transfer to Rwanda Via Cyanika Boarder -Kigali City Tour - Kigali Outbound Flight.

Itinerary

Arrival at Entebbe International Airport, Mabamba Shoebill Stork Visit.

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a representative from BIC Tours. Proceed to a selected restaurant in Entebbe for a relaxed lunch before transferring to Mabamba Swamp on the shores of Lake Victoria. Here, you’ll board a traditional canoe to explore the papyrus waterways in search of the iconic Shoebill Stork and other rare wetland birds. In the evening, head to the Best Western Premier Hotel for dinner and your overnight stay.

Meals Breakfast, Dinner
Stay
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park - Stopover at the Equator - Evening Game Drive.

Following breakfast, set off from Kampala on a scenic drive south toward Queen Elizabeth National Park. Pause at the Equator for a memorable stopover to witness the Coriolis effect water experiment. After lunch at a curated restaurant along the way, travel onward through rolling hills adorned with vibrant tea and banana plantations. Arrive in the park in time for an evening game drive across the Kasenyi Plains, famous for its big cats and high concentration of game. Conclude your day with dinner and a restful night at Mweya Safari Lodge.

Meals Breakfast, Dinner
Stay
Morning Game Drive - Afternoon Boat Cruise - Transfer to Bwindi –Kisoro.

Start your day with an early breakfast at the lodge before setting off on a sunrise game drive through the Kasenyi Plains, famous for its big cats, herds of elephants, and buffaloes. Next, experience a mid-morning boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, offering close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife. After lunch at the lodge, embark on a scenic drive toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Rushaga/Nkuringo sectors in Kisoro). Arrive at Ichumbi Hotel Kisoro in the late afternoon to check in, unwind, and enjoy dinner and a peaceful night’s rest.

Meals Breakfast, Dinner
Stay
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi UNESCO Heritage site.

Following an early morning breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a safety briefing and group allocation before venturing into the ancient ancient forest. Set off on a bucket-list gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—pausing to enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the jungle. After an incredible encounter with the mountain gorillas, drive back to Kisoro for a cultural immersion experience, discovering the vibrant town and the unique traditions of the Bafumbira people. Head back to Ichumbi Hotel Kisoro for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Stay
Golden Monkey Trekking Mgahinga National Park – Kisoro Coffee Village Tour.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before departing for the Mgahinga National Park offices for a pre-trek safety briefing and guide allocation. Embark on an exciting Golden Monkey trekking experience through the lush bamboo zones of the Virunga Mountains, pausing for a picnic lunch in the forest. Afterwards, immerse yourself in a hands-on guided coffee farm tour, discovering local agricultural traditions. Conclude your afternoon taking in the breathtaking views of Lake Mutanda before returning to Ichumbi Hotel Kisoro for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Stay
Transfer to Rwanda Via Cyanika Boarder -Kigali City Tour - Kigali Outbound Flight.

Following breakfast, set off on a picturesque cross-border journey into Rwanda via the Cyanika border post, passing through the lush highlands of Ruhengeri on your way to Kigali. Spend the morning discovering the clean, vibrant capital on a guided city tour with stops at cultural markets and shopping centers. Enjoy a delicious lunch in Kigali before a smooth transfer to Kigali International Airport to check in for your evening departure flight home.

Inclusions

  • Service of English-Speaking Driver Guide /Guides.
  • Park entry fees to all the parks on the Itinerary
  • All Accommodation based DOUBLE OCCUPANCY with Single Supplement option
  • All Meals are inclusive of full Board
  • Equator water Experiment
  • Boat Cruise Kazinga Channel & Safari Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • Lake Victoria Cruise for shoebill at Mabamba
  • Gorilla Trekking of Permit in Bwindi Uganda ($800 up 30th June 2027)
  • Golden Monkey Trekking of Permit in Mgahinga National Park ($100)

Exclusions

  • International Air Flight
  • Personal Travel Insurance
  • Visas
  • Alcohol and spirits
  • Tips & Personal Presents
  • Souvenirs

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DISCOVER UGANDA’S WILD SOUL: 8 DAYS OF SHOEBILLS, GORILLAS, CHIMPS, ANKOLE CATTLE AND WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS.

DISCOVER UGANDA’S WILD SOUL: 8 DAYS OF SHOEBILLS, GORILLAS, CHIMPS, ANKOLE CATTLE AND WILDLIFE ENCOUNTERS.