7 Day Rwanda Uganda Gorillas Chimpanzee Tracking Safari

A 7 Day Rwanda Uganda Gorillas Chimpanzee Tracking Safari typically begins in Kigali, Rwanda, and traverses the primate-rich forests of both countries. This cross-border expedition allows travellers to compare trekking experiences in Volcanoes National Park (Rwanda) and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Uganda). It includes chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest or Nyungwe Forest.

Detailed 7 Day Rwanda Uganda Gorillas Chimpanzee Tracking Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Kigali to Lake Mburo National Park & Night Drive

Pickup from Kigali and drive to Lake Mburo National Park (approx. 4–5 hours depending on border crossing at Gatuna/Katuna). Evening: Embark on a Night Game Drive (starting around 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM) to spot nocturnal animals like leopards, hyenas, bush babies, and porcupines.

Day 2: morning Game Drive & Transfer to Kibale

Early morning game drive in Lake Mburo to see zebras, impalas, and elands. Transfer to Kibale National Park (approx. 3.5–4.5 hours).

Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Swamp/Community Walk

Morning: Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest, home to the highest density of primates in Africa. Afternoon: The group splits into two options: Option A: Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for expert birding and spotting other monkey species, or Option B: A guided Community Walk to learn about local traditions and coffee-making.

Day 4: Drive to Queen Elizabeth & Kazinga Channel Cruise

Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park (approx. 2–3 hours). Afternoon: Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, famous for massive hippo pods, crocodiles, and diverse water birds.

Day 5: morning Game Drive & Transfer to Bwindi

Morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains or Ishasha sector (known for tree-climbing lions). Continue the scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (approx. 4–6 hours).

Day 6: Gorilla Tracking & Lake Bunyonyi

Morning: Once-in-a-lifetime Gorilla Tracking experience in Bwindi. Afternoon: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi (approx. 2 hours) for a relaxing evening by the deepest lake in Uganda.

Day 7: Return to Kigali

Drive back to Kigali via the Gatuna or Cyanika border (approx. 3–4 hours). Drop off at the airport for an afternoon or evening flight.