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8-Day Rwanda & Uganda Primate Journey
Gorillas in Rwanda AND Uganda, plus chimps, tree-lions and Kazinga — the ultimate primate fortnight.
8 days / 7 nights3 destinationsPrivate safariMid-range lodges & tented campsRequest a Quote
Overview
A quick look at this safari
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Volcanoes National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park
Style
Private
Accommodation
Mid-range lodges & tented camps
Vehicle
4x4 safari land cruiser with pop-up roof
Guide
Professional local safari guide
Starting price
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Availability
Flexible dates, 2026 / 2027 / 2028
For travellers who want it all: trek Rwanda's Virunga gorillas, cross into Uganda for Bwindi's second gorilla experience or chimpanzee tracking, cruise the Kazinga Channel and search for tree-climbing lions — a deep, primate-rich journey through two countries.
Safari expert's note
Two gorilla treks in two countries doubles your time with the families — photographers consistently tell us it's worth it.
Day by day
Your itinerary
Day 1 · Kigali → Volcanoes area
Kigali to Volcanoes
Day 1 · Kigali → Volcanoes area
Kigali to Volcanoes
Arrive, city memorial visit, then transfer to the mountains.
🍽 All meals🛏 Volcanoes lodge
Day 2 · Volcanoes NP → Volcanoes NP
Rwanda gorilla trek
Day 2 · Volcanoes NP → Volcanoes NP
Rwanda gorilla trek
Track a Virunga gorilla family through bamboo forest.
🍽 All meals🛏 Volcanoes lodge
Day 3 · Volcanoes NP → Bwindi
Cross to Bwindi
Day 3 · Volcanoes NP → Bwindi
Cross to Bwindi
Cross the border into Uganda and descend to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
🍽 All meals🛏 Bwindi lodge
Day 4 · Bwindi → Bwindi
Bwindi gorilla trek
Day 4 · Bwindi → Bwindi
Bwindi gorilla trek
A second gorilla experience with a different family in Uganda's ancient rainforest.
🍽 All meals🛏 Bwindi lodge
Day 5 · Bwindi → Queen Elizabeth
Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth
Day 5 · Bwindi → Queen Elizabeth
Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth
Drive north via Ishasha's tree-climbing lion sector.
🍽 All meals🛏 Park lodge
Day 6 · Queen Elizabeth → Queen Elizabeth
Kazinga Channel & game drives
Day 6 · Queen Elizabeth → Queen Elizabeth
Kazinga Channel & game drives
Boat cruise among hippos, then sunset drives for lions and elephants.
🍽 All meals🛏 Park lodge
Day 7 · Queen Elizabeth → Lake Mburo
Queen Elizabeth to Lake Mburo
Day 7 · Queen Elizabeth → Lake Mburo
Queen Elizabeth to Lake Mburo
Travel east through crater country to Lake Mburo's acacia savanna.
🍽 All meals🛏 Mburo lodge
Day 8 · Lake Mburo → Entebbe
Return to Entebbe
Day 8 · Lake Mburo → Entebbe
Return to Entebbe
Morning walk or game drive, then the equator-crossing drive to Entebbe.
🍽 Breakfast & lunch🛏 —
The route
Your journey on the map
Leaflet © OpenStreetMap contributors
- Kigali to VolcanoesVolcanoes area
- Rwanda gorilla trekVolcanoes NP
- Cross to BwindiBwindi
- Bwindi gorilla trekBwindi
- Bwindi to Queen ElizabethQueen Elizabeth
- Kazinga Channel & game drivesQueen Elizabeth
- Queen Elizabeth to Lake MburoLake Mburo
- Return to EntebbeEntebbe
Pricing
What this safari costs
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Per person sharing; both countries' permits quoted separately and limited.
Request my exact priceWhat drives the price
- · Season — peak season (roughly June–October and late December) costs more than green season.
- · Accommodation level and whether camps are inside or outside the parks.
- · Group size — per-person costs drop as your party grows.
- · Flying between parks versus driving adds convenience and cost.
- · Park entry fees, which vary by country and park.
Timing
Best time to travel
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
Green months (highlighted above) balance value and scenery; dry months concentrate wildlife around water and are easiest for travel. We'll advise the best window for your goals.
The details
What's included
Included
- All park entry fees
- 4x4 safari land cruiser with pop-up roof
- Professional local driver-guide
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- Bottled water on game drives
- Full financial protection & 24/7 support
Not included
- International flights
- Visas and travel insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
- Optional activities unless stated
Optional add-ons
Balloon safari over the MaraExtra nightsNairobi hotel & day tripsFlight upgrades
Who this safari suits
Wildlife enthusiastsPhotographersAdventurous travellers
On the route
Destinations you'll explore
In pictures
Photo gallery
Questions
Frequently asked questions
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