7-Day Thrilling Wilderness Tour From Kigali to Entebbe

Description
Embark on a 7-day tour exploring Rwanda and Uganda’s natural wonders. Begin with a city tour of Kigali and a visit to the Genocide Memorial Center. Next, venture into Nyungwe Forest National Park for a thrilling canopy walk and chimpanzee tracking. Then, hike Mount Bisoke and encounter mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Continue with a morning game drive in Lake Mburo National Park. Conclude your journey with a stop at the Equator line before departing from Entebbe International Airport.

Highlights
Explore Kigali’s history at the Genocide Memorial Center
Traverse the towering canopy walkway in Nyungwe Forest
Track playful chimpanzees in dense forests
Conquer Mount Bisoke’s summit for panoramic views
Encounter majestic mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Enjoy a thrilling game drive in Lake Mburo National Park

Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Accommodation
On arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be picked up by a Msafiri company driver guide.
They will transfer you to your booked accommodation to rest.
This is optional and can be arranged at an extra cost depending on your time of arrival.
Day 2: City Tour and Genocide Memorial Visit
Wake up to an early morning breakfast.
Later, you will be transferred to Kigali to carry out a city tour.
You will pay a visit to the genocide museum, Genocide Memorial Center at Gisozi, which has collections of the consequences of the genocide of 1994.
From there, head back to your hotel for a relaxed overnight stay.
Accommodation: Okapi Hotel, a budget hotel in Kigali.

Meals: Half board.

Day 3: Transfer to Nyungwe Forest and Canopy Walk
After having breakfast at 6:00 am, you will be transferred to Nyungwe Forest National Park.
Visit the old palace in Nyanza on your way to the park.
In the afternoon, you’ll go for a canopy walk. The canopy walkway in the Nyungwe Forest National Park in southwestern Rwanda is 50m above ground level and 90m long. The dizzying platform is above a steep and deep valley trotting across a massive forest. The 200m walkway with three towers is the biggest in East Africa!
Spread over hundreds of square meters, Nyungwe is said to be the largest and most ancient afro-montane forest remaining in East & Central Africa, dating back to the last ice age.
Accommodation: Nyungwe Top Hill View Hotel, a mid-range hotel located just outside Nyungwe NP (Chimps, Rwanda).

Day 4: Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Volcanoes National Park
Have an early morning breakfast, and later proceed to Nyungwe Forest at 6:00 am to search for chimpanzees.
You will also track the Colobus monkeys in the forest and have a chance to view the other inhabitants of the forest like birds, reptiles, and butterflies.
Chimpanzee tracking will enable you to meet man’s closest cousins in the wild. You will be amazed to see these primates as they play, swing on tree branches, and fight for food, which is an amazing experience.
Accommodation: Gorilla Solution Lodge, a mid-range lodge located just outside Volcanoes NP (Gorillas, Rwanda).

Meals & Drinks: All meals are included. Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included).

Day 5: Mount Bisoke Hiking and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
On this day, you will have breakfast and later transfer to Kinigi, the briefing point at 7:00 am with the hiking gears and assigned rangers.
Mount Bisoke stands at 3700m, with the typical conic shape of a “perfect” volcano and in its crater lies a deep crater lake.
For those interested in climbing Mount Bisoke, the volcano does not present an exceptionally demanding climb, but it is, nevertheless, still a tough hike.
The high elevation demands extra strength of climbers and the whole excursion can take between 5 hours and a whole day depending on the speed of the walk and the frequency of stops. The ascent typically takes around 3 hours.
During the climb, you will cross a series of different vegetation habitats starting with bamboo forests, then moving into Hagenia-Hypericum forest and finally moving through Seneci-Lobelia bush near the summit.
You will then descend and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the Western part of Uganda.
Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp, a mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi NP (Gorillas, Uganda).

Day 6: Gorilla Tracking and Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast and a briefing by park ranger guides, depart with picnic lunch boxes to start the trek.
The activity can last up to 4 hours or more to find the mountain gorillas as you hike up and down slippery slopes with dense mist-covered vegetation.
Hence, you will have a packed lunch for this activity.
This active quest will eventually bring you to the face of one of the most sought-after creatures, the mountain gorilla.
Upon reaching them, you will have a full hour with them while observing and learning their behavior as you take photos.
Later on, you’ll transfer to Lake Mburo National Park for your overnight just outside the park.
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge, a mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP (Uganda).

Day 7: Morning Game Drive and Departure via Equator
After having an early breakfast, go for a morning game drive in Lake Mburo National Park.
This park is famous for zebras, impalas, giraffes, elands, Cape buffalos, and many tropical bird species.
Check out of the hotel and transfer to Entebbe International Airport to readily catch your air transfer back home in the evening.
We recommend that you book an evening flight as you say farewell to the Pearl of Africa!
But along the way, you will make a stopover at the Equator line to have an authentic feel of standing at Latitude 00.
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour).

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch provided (Dinner not included). Drinking water provided (Other drinks not included).

What’s Included
Round Trip Airport Transfers (pick up and drop off)
Private transportation in 4×4 Safari Cars
Meals specified on a Full Board basis
Accommodation with ensuite facility
Applicable Park entrance & activities Fees
English-speaking professional Driver-Guide
Chimpanzee Trekking Permit Fees
Gorilla Trekking Permit Fees
All hotel/lodge pickups and drop off
All Taxes
Bottled drinking water and Fruits while on safari
Activities as stipulated in the itinerary (except those stated as “optional”)
What’s Excluded
Activities not mentioned in the itinerary
Flight Fares (unless requested)
Country entry Visa
Personal/Travel insurance
Telephone charges
Laundry
Bar bills and all other kinds of drinks except water
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Souvenirs, gifts and Tips
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
COVID-19 and other related tests and vaccinations
Know Before You Go
We consider all changes, alterations, and suggestions that a Client may request in all our Itineraries, including accommodation standards and choices, meal plans, or price changes.
We offer both Luxury, Mid-Range, and Budget Safaris to cater to various preferences and budgets.
We welcome guests from all over the world and aim to be an inclusive tour company where guests of all cultures, religions, sexual orientations, and races feel welcome.
We offer Solo Trips for adventurous travelers looking to explore the world on their terms.
We accommodate all dietary restrictions to ensure all guests enjoy their experience with us.
All our safari vehicles are Toyota Land-cruisers and modern Safari Vans 4×4 with Pop-Up Roofs for a clear view during Game Drives and for the comfort of our Clients.
All our Safari Vehicles have WI-FI Internet to ensure permanent connectivity for our clients to share their lifetime memories.
All pick-ups are done from Entebbe International Airport by our guide drivers, and we can also pick up clients from their locations/stations of choice at no extra cost.
Drop-off is done at Entebbe International Airport by our guide drivers, and we can also drop off clients at their locations/stations of choice at no extra cost.
We encourage our Clients to read through our “Friendly” Terms and Conditions and the Privacy Policy for clear guidance and confidentiality assurance.
What To Bring
Lightweight, long-sleeved shirts and pants
T-shirts and shorts
A wide-brimmed hat or cap
Comfortable and sturdy shoes
Lightweight, waterproof jacket
Swimwear: If water-based activities are planned
Sunglasses and Sunscreen:
Insect Repellent
Binoculars and Camera
Reusable Water Bottle
Passport, visa, and any required permits (All necessary permits, such as Chimpanzee Trekking Permits, shall be provided by our guide in Uganda, and a copy shall be shared with the client before departure from the country of origin.)
Medications and First Aid:
Personal medications and a basic first-aid kit (All our vehicles are well equipped with fully stocked first-aid kits, though we advise clients with special medications and drugs to carry along)
Meeting Point
Kigali, Rwanda
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations up to 2 days before the tour –

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
Adult
1 to 1
USD
3270
/person
2 to 20
USD
2970
/person
Child
1 to 1
USD
3270
/person
2 to 20
USD
2970
/person
This is a private tour