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Duration: 14 Days
Start: Entebbe, Uganda
End: Kigali, Rwanda
Tour Duration: 14 Days
Start: Entebbe, Uganda
End: Kigali, Rwanda
Discover one of the world’s most awe-inspiring wildlife encounters—gorilla trekking in Rwanda and Uganda, the top destinations to see mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
This 14-day luxury safari takes you through Volcanoes National Park, Mgahinga, and Kibale Forest, where you’ll track gorillas, chimpanzees, and the rare golden monkey. Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park on game drives and boat cruises, and enjoy immersive cultural experiences, including visits to Diane Fossey’s grave, the famous Hotel des Mille Collines, and the Omwani Women’s Coffee Cooperative.
Your journey supports the Volcanoes Safaris Community Partnership Trust, contributing to local healthcare, education, eco-tourism, and conservation efforts.
Stay at luxury lodges with world-class service, gourmet dining, and all the comforts you’d expect from a premium African safari.
Upon arrival in Entebbe, a private transfer will whisk you to Karibu Guesthouse, a charming boutique hotel set on a lush hillside. Formerly a presidential residence, Karibu offers warm hospitality, tranquil gardens, and a peaceful atmosphere—perfect for unwinding after your international flight.
Accommodation Highlights:
Personalized service and friendly staff
Delicious home-style meals (Dinner included)
Birdwatching with 30+ species on-site
Swimming pool with a natural waterfall
Ideal stopover before or between Bwindi gorilla treks
Travel through scenic tea plantations and the Rwenzori Mountains to Ndali Lodge, a charming retreat overlooking a crater lake. Cool off in the pool or take a guided walk before settling in for dinner.
The next day begins with a community tour of Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a conservation success story rich in birdlife and culture. After lunch, head to Kibale Forest for an exciting chimpanzee tracking experience, with high chances of sightings. Return to Ndali Lodge for a relaxing evening.
Ndali Lodge – Full Board
Crater lake views & solar-powered comfort
Swimming pool and guided nature walks
Fresh, homemade meals with local ingredients
Note: Chimpanzee tracking is for guests aged 15 and above.
Enjoy a scenic drive through Kibale Forest and Kasese, crossing the equator en route to Queen Elizabeth National Park—Uganda’s top wildlife destination. With 95 mammal species and 600+ bird species, you’ll embark on morning and afternoon game drives in search of elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, and more.
A boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel offers a unique way to spot hippos, crocodiles, and countless birds. Add cultural flavor with a visit to the Omwani Women’s Coffee Cooperative, where you’ll meet local artisans and sample Uganda’s finest coffee.
Spend three nights at the luxurious Kyambura Gorge Lodge, an eco-friendly retreat nestled at the foot of the Rwenzori Mountains on a restored coffee estate.
Kyambura Gorge Lodge – Full Board
Stunning views of Kyambura Gorge and the Rwenzoris
Excellent game viewing and birding
Game drives, boat cruises, and optional chimp tracking
Immersive local community experiences
Fly by light aircraft from Kasese to Kisoro, then transfer to the beautifully located Mount Gahinga Lodge, nestled in the foothills of the Virunga Volcanoes. With panoramic views of three extinct volcanoes and serene gardens, this luxury lodge is the perfect base for your primate adventures.
Explore the Batwa Cultural Heritage Site on the property, featuring a herbal garden, traditional huts, and insights into the Batwa people’s forest-dwelling heritage.
The highlight of your stay is gorilla trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, a once-in-a-lifetime chance to observe endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. You can also track the elusive and energetic golden monkeys, a rare and rewarding sight.
Note: Gorilla trekking is restricted to guests aged 15 and above.
Mount Gahinga Lodge – Full Board
Peaceful location at the base of the volcanoes
Gorilla and golden monkey trekking
Batwa cultural experiences
Guided hikes to Ngarama Cave and volcanic foothills
Cross into Rwanda and settle in at the elegant Virunga Lodge, perched atop a hill with sweeping 360° views of Volcanoes National Park and the Virunga Volcanoes. This luxurious eco-lodge offers the perfect base for your Rwandan gorilla safari.
Following your gorilla trek in Uganda, enjoy a second chance to encounter mountain gorillas—this time in Volcanoes National Park, one of Africa’s premier gorilla trekking destinations.
Add depth to your journey with a hike to the Diane Fossey Grave and Karisoke Research Center, gaining insight into her groundbreaking conservation work. On your way back, stop at the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund for an inspiring visit.
Note: Gorilla trekking is for guests aged 15 and above.
Virunga Lodge – Full Board
Panoramic views of volcanic lakes and peaks
Gorilla and golden monkey trekking options
Eco-friendly lodge with peaceful gardens
Excellent birding and romantic honeymoon bandas
After breakfast at Virunga Lodge, journey to Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital. Stop for lunch at the iconic Hotel des Mille Collines, known for its role in the film Hotel Rwanda, where over 1,200 lives were saved during the 1994 genocide.
Continue to the powerful Kigali Genocide Memorial & Museum to reflect on Rwanda’s history and pay tribute to the victims.
Your final night is spent at The Retreat, Kigali’s premier boutique hotel, offering a luxurious blend of comfort, culture, and relaxation.
The Retreat – Bed & Breakfast
Solar-powered eco-luxury with a saltwater pool and spa
Yoga, weaving, dancing, tennis & biking activities
Two farm-to-table restaurants
Ideal for post-safari pampering
Your journey through Uganda and Rwanda ends here in Kigali. Savour your final breakfast in Africa before being transferred to Kigali International Airport to catch your departure flight home.
Discover one of the world’s most awe-inspiring wildlife encounters—gorilla trekking in Rwanda and Uganda, the top destinations to see mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
This 14-day luxury safari takes you through Volcanoes National Park, Mgahinga, and Kibale Forest, where you’ll track gorillas, chimpanzees, and the rare golden monkey. Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park on game drives and boat cruises, and enjoy immersive cultural experiences, including visits to Diane Fossey’s grave, the famous Hotel des Mille Collines, and the Omwani Women’s Coffee Cooperative.
Your journey supports the Volcanoes Safaris Community Partnership Trust, contributing to local healthcare, education, eco-tourism, and conservation efforts.
Stay at luxury lodges with world-class service, gourmet dining, and all the comforts you’d expect from a premium African safari.
Upon arrival in Entebbe, a private transfer will whisk you to Karibu Guesthouse, a charming boutique hotel set on a lush hillside. Formerly a presidential residence, Karibu offers warm hospitality, tranquil gardens, and a peaceful atmosphere—perfect for unwinding after your international flight.
Accommodation Highlights:
Personalized service and friendly staff
Delicious home-style meals (Dinner included)
Birdwatching with 30+ species on-site
Swimming pool with a natural waterfall
Ideal stopover before or between Bwindi gorilla treks
Travel through scenic tea plantations and the Rwenzori Mountains to Ndali Lodge, a charming retreat overlooking a crater lake. Cool off in the pool or take a guided walk before settling in for dinner.
The next day begins with a community tour of Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a conservation success story rich in birdlife and culture. After lunch, head to Kibale Forest for an exciting chimpanzee tracking experience, with high chances of sightings. Return to Ndali Lodge for a relaxing evening.
Ndali Lodge – Full Board
Crater lake views & solar-powered comfort
Swimming pool and guided nature walks
Fresh, homemade meals with local ingredients
Note: Chimpanzee tracking is for guests aged 15 and above.
Enjoy a scenic drive through Kibale Forest and Kasese, crossing the equator en route to Queen Elizabeth National Park—Uganda’s top wildlife destination. With 95 mammal species and 600+ bird species, you’ll embark on morning and afternoon game drives in search of elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, and more.
A boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel offers a unique way to spot hippos, crocodiles, and countless birds. Add cultural flavor with a visit to the Omwani Women’s Coffee Cooperative, where you’ll meet local artisans and sample Uganda’s finest coffee.
Spend three nights at the luxurious Kyambura Gorge Lodge, an eco-friendly retreat nestled at the foot of the Rwenzori Mountains on a restored coffee estate.
Kyambura Gorge Lodge – Full Board
Stunning views of Kyambura Gorge and the Rwenzoris
Excellent game viewing and birding
Game drives, boat cruises, and optional chimp tracking
Immersive local community experiences
Fly by light aircraft from Kasese to Kisoro, then transfer to the beautifully located Mount Gahinga Lodge, nestled in the foothills of the Virunga Volcanoes. With panoramic views of three extinct volcanoes and serene gardens, this luxury lodge is the perfect base for your primate adventures.
Explore the Batwa Cultural Heritage Site on the property, featuring a herbal garden, traditional huts, and insights into the Batwa people’s forest-dwelling heritage.
The highlight of your stay is gorilla trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, a once-in-a-lifetime chance to observe endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. You can also track the elusive and energetic golden monkeys, a rare and rewarding sight.
Note: Gorilla trekking is restricted to guests aged 15 and above.
Mount Gahinga Lodge – Full Board
Peaceful location at the base of the volcanoes
Gorilla and golden monkey trekking
Batwa cultural experiences
Guided hikes to Ngarama Cave and volcanic foothills
Cross into Rwanda and settle in at the elegant Virunga Lodge, perched atop a hill with sweeping 360° views of Volcanoes National Park and the Virunga Volcanoes. This luxurious eco-lodge offers the perfect base for your Rwandan gorilla safari.
Following your gorilla trek in Uganda, enjoy a second chance to encounter mountain gorillas—this time in Volcanoes National Park, one of Africa’s premier gorilla trekking destinations.
Add depth to your journey with a hike to the Diane Fossey Grave and Karisoke Research Center, gaining insight into her groundbreaking conservation work. On your way back, stop at the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund for an inspiring visit.
Note: Gorilla trekking is for guests aged 15 and above.
Virunga Lodge – Full Board
Panoramic views of volcanic lakes and peaks
Gorilla and golden monkey trekking options
Eco-friendly lodge with peaceful gardens
Excellent birding and romantic honeymoon bandas
After breakfast at Virunga Lodge, journey to Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital. Stop for lunch at the iconic Hotel des Mille Collines, known for its role in the film Hotel Rwanda, where over 1,200 lives were saved during the 1994 genocide.
Continue to the powerful Kigali Genocide Memorial & Museum to reflect on Rwanda’s history and pay tribute to the victims.
Your final night is spent at The Retreat, Kigali’s premier boutique hotel, offering a luxurious blend of comfort, culture, and relaxation.
The Retreat – Bed & Breakfast
Solar-powered eco-luxury with a saltwater pool and spa
Yoga, weaving, dancing, tennis & biking activities
Two farm-to-table restaurants
Ideal for post-safari pampering
Your journey through Uganda and Rwanda ends here in Kigali. Savour your final breakfast in Africa before being transferred to Kigali International Airport to catch your departure flight home.
$12,440 – $18,540
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