Level of Service: Mid Range accommodations in Uganda/Rwanda with an option for high level properties at the gorilla parks Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, meet our guide and transfer to check-in at Boma Guest House (Bed and breakfast).

Entebbe

Leave Entebbe for Murchison Falls game park through Luwero to the meandering Victoria Nile and the dramatic Murchison Falls in the National Park. Murchison falls National Park is the biggest in the country, a stunning beautiful home for wildlife. The Murchison Falls is a point where the 50 metre wide Nile is forced through a narrow cleft in the rocks, dropping down with a thundering roar and a beautiful rainbow. The three-hour launch trip to the bottom of the Falls is unforgettable, both to experience this mighty river and to see the wildlife and birds that bask on its banks. Experience the mighty River Nile thundering down a narrow opening and go for a game drive searching for the park's big game and birds. Overnight: Murchison River Lodge for mid level (B, L, D); OR: Paraa Lodge/Chobe’s Lodge for high level (B, L, D) Read more

MURCHISON FALLS NP

An early morning game viewing north of the Nile. Launch trip to the bottom of the mighty exciting Falls, with crocodiles, hippos and a vast array of birds including the rare shoebill stork, lounging on the banks of the Nile. Evening game drive. Overnight: Murchison River Lodge for mid level (B, L, D); OR: Paraa Lodge/Chobe’s Lodge for high level (B, L, D) Read more

MURCHISON FALLS NP

Take the long drive to Fort Portal, through Hoima with Lake Albert in the distance. Drive past green fields and tea plantations scattered across the region. Reach Kibale late. [Approximate driving time: 7 hours] Overnight: Chimpanzee Guest House for Mid range, full board Or: Ndali Lodge/Kyaninga Lodge for high level, Read more

KIBALE FOREST NATIONAL PARK

You will go for guided nature walk in Kibale Forest with the highest number of primates in Africa, including red, black and white colobus, blue monkeys and baboons and a large number of chimpanzees. A chimpanzee walk provides a high possibility of seeing and hearing the noisy chimps and other primates playing around through the forest. Various birds over 300 species are recorded in the forest. An afternoon walk in Bigodi wetland gives the opportunity of seeing the unusual birds, baboons, chimps and other primates which live around the swamp. Overnight: Chimpanzee Guest House for Mid range, full board Or: Ndali Lodge/Kyaninga Lodge for high level, Read more

KIBALE FOREST NATIONAL PARK

Leave for Mweya in Queen Elizabeth National Park, passing via the Rwenzoris, or Mountains of The Moon as they are sometimes called. Queen Elizabeth National Park is located in the western arm of the Great East African Rift Valley, is centered around Lake Edward, Lake George and the Kazinga channel rich in wildlife and birds. Over 500 bird species are present, including the shoebill stork, the black bee-eater, 11 different species of kingfisher and several falcons, eagles and flamingos which can be seen on a launch cruise alongside game, especially hippo, buffalo, elephants Overnight: Ihamba Lodge for Mid range, full board Or: Katara Lodge/Mweya Lodge for high level, full board Read more

QUEEN ELIZABETH NP

Early morning game drive. A boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel is a rewarding experience. Evening game drive. Overnight: Ihamba Lodge for Mid range, full board Or: Katara Lodge/Mweya Lodge for high level, full board

QUEEN ELIZABETH PARK

We go for an early morning game drive. Afterwards, start for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. We may drive via Ishasha, weather conditions permitting – where you may see tree-climbing lion - or drive through farmland to Bwindi. [Approximate driving time: 6 hours] Overnight: Travellers Rest Hotel/Mutanda Lake Resort for lower mid level Or: Chameleon Hill Lodge for upper Mid range, full board Or: Clouds Lodge for high level, full board Read more

Bwindi

Go gorilla tracking (subject to availability of gorilla permits at time of booking) Mt. Mgahinga Gorilla park or South-western Bwindi (permit cost shown separately), carrying a packed lunch. You will be accompanied by a guide and porters who will carry your shoulder pack for you. You will then set off to the thick forest in search of gorillas. The terrain can be difficult, with steep slopes covered in dense vegetation that gives the park its name. In addition, the altitude of 5200 feet and more means participants do need to be physically fit. The time taken to track the gorillas varies enormously, from as little as half an hour to as much as 8 hours before one returns to camp. Difficulty, however, is not impossibility and coming face to face with the great primates is well worth it! Overnight: Travellers Rest Hotel/Mutanda Lake Resort for lower mid level Or: Chameleon Hill Lodge for upper Mid range, full board Or: Clouds Lodge for high level, full board Read more

BWINDI OR GAHINGA NP

Transfer to Kinigi in Rwanda via Cyanika boarder (Visa fees $30). Finalise boarder clearance arrangements to Rwanda (note: Clocks backwards one hour) Drive the one hour to Ruhengeri. Enjoy the rolling hills for which Rwanda is well known. [Approximate driving time: 3 hours] Overnight: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge for mid range; OR: Jack Hanna Cottage for Upper range, Full Board OR: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge or Virunga Lodge for Luxury, Full Board  Mountain Gorilla View Lodge: rate is inclusive of all meals, and taxes only.  Jack Hanna Cottage: rate is inclusive of all meals, tea, coffee, water and 18% Vat tax.  At Virunga Lodge the tariff is on an all-inclusive basis and in addition to accommodation and meals, include unlimited consumption of all available alcoholic and soft drinks, laundry services, and any activities clients wish to do around the lodges. One complimentary massage per guest is also offered.  At Sabinyo Silverback Lodge: Rate includes full board accommodation with 3 meals per person per night booked, laundry, room service, drinks (wines, beers & soft drinks), Community Bed Night Fees and applicable VAT. Rates exclude drinks (champagnes, liqueurs & spirits), and personal expenses. Read more

VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

In Parc National des Volcans: Either go gorilla tracking (on payment of US$1500 gorilla permit supplement at time of booking) or Track the golden monkeys or climb the awesome Visoke volcano, or trek to Karisoke Research Centre which was set up by the famous primatologist Dian Fossey, or visit local communities.. O/N: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge (B, L, D). Overnight: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge for mid range; OR: Jack Hanna Cottage for Upper range, Full Board OR: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge or Virunga Lodge for Luxury, Full Board Read more

VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK

Morning at leisure. Drive to Gisenyi, a town on Lake Kivu for two days of relaxation by the sandy beaches, after days of intense activity. [Approximate driving time: 1 hour] O/N: Paradise Malahide or Palm Garden Resort for mid range (B, L, D) OR: Serena Kivu Hotel (B, L, D)

LAKE KIVU

Lake Kivu for two days of relaxation by the sandy beaches, after days of intense activity. [Approximate driving time: 1 hour] O/N: Paradise Malahide or Palm Garden Resort for mid range (B, L, D) OR: Serena Kivu Hotel (B, L, D)

LAKE KIVU

Transfer to Kigali airport in time for check-in for your flight. [Approximate driving time: 3 hour] End of service