11 Days Uganda & Rwanda Adventure Safari

Highlights: Airport Pickup • Scenic Drive • River Nile
Welcome to Uganda, the Pearl of Africa!
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, your professional Zamunda Travels safari guide will warmly welcome you.
After a short safari briefing, begin your scenic journey east towards Jinja. Travel through bustling towns, green countryside, and tropical landscapes.
Jinja is famous as Uganda’s adventure capital and lies near the source of the River Nile. The region offers spectacular river scenery and exciting outdoor experiences.
Upon arrival, check into your lodge and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Depending on your arrival time, relax beside the Nile or explore the lodge facilities.
Spend the evening preparing for the thrilling rafting adventure ahead.
Dinner and overnight: Jinja.

Feel the excitement of white-water rafting on the mighty River Nile in Jinja, Uganda.

Highlights: White-Water Rafting • Nile Rapids • Adventure Photography
After breakfast, prepare for an exciting white-water rafting experience on the mighty River Nile.
Meet your professional rafting instructors for a detailed safety briefing. Learn the basic paddling techniques before heading onto the river.
Navigate thrilling rapids as your experienced rafting guides lead you through the adventure. Between the rapids, enjoy spectacular scenery and peaceful sections of the Nile.
The experience offers an exciting combination of teamwork, adventure, and natural beauty.
Depending on your preferred adventure level, your guides can recommend suitable rafting options.
After the rafting experience, return to your lodge for relaxation. Spend the evening enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Jinja.
Dinner and overnight: Jinja.

Discover zebras, giraffes, antelopes, and beautiful savannah landscapes in Lake Mburo National Park.

Highlights: Scenic Road Trip • Zebras • Giraffes • Guided Walking Safari
Enjoy an early breakfast before departing Jinja for Lake Mburo National Park in western Uganda.
The journey takes you through Uganda’s changing landscapes, rural communities, and beautiful countryside. You will also pass through the Kampala region before continuing southwest.
Arrive at Lake Mburo National Park, one of Uganda’s most accessible savannah wildlife destinations.
The park supports several wildlife species, including zebras, impalas, buffaloes, giraffes, and various antelopes.
Later, join an experienced ranger for a guided walking safari.
Explore the savannah on foot while learning about animal tracks, vegetation, and wildlife behaviour.
Unlike traditional game drives, walking safaris offer a closer connection with the natural environment. You may also encounter different bird species and grazing wildlife.
After the walk, return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Dinner and overnight: Lake Mburo National Park.

Discover the peaceful islands of Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by Uganda’s magnificent Kigezi Highlands.

Highlights: Kigezi Highlands • Lake Bunyonyi • Scenic Photography • Bwindi Forest
After breakfast, leave Lake Mburo and begin your scenic journey towards southwestern Uganda.
Travel through the magnificent Kigezi Highlands, famous for their terraced hills, green valleys, and traditional villages.
This beautiful region is often called the Switzerland of Africa because of its picturesque mountain landscapes.
Continue to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Uganda’s most scenic lakes. The lake is surrounded by rolling hills and dotted with beautiful islands.
Stop for lunch and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. Take photographs of the surrounding landscapes before continuing towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Bwindi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Africa’s most important mountain gorilla habitats.
Upon arrival, check into your lodge and relax while surrounded by the sounds of the rainforest.
Prepare your trekking equipment for the following day’s extraordinary gorilla encounter.
Dinner and overnight: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Highlights: Mountain Gorilla Trekking • Bwindi Rainforest • Uganda–Rwanda Border Crossing
Today marks one of the most unforgettable experiences of your entire safari.
Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before transferring to the designated gorilla trekking briefing point.
Meet Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers for an introduction to gorilla trekking regulations and safety guidelines.
After the briefing, enter Bwindi’s ancient rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family.
The trek takes you through thick vegetation, forest trails, and mountainous terrain.
Depending on the gorillas’ location, trekking may take several hours.
Once you encounter the gorillas, spend up to one remarkable hour observing them in their natural habitat.
Watch the family members feed, groom, rest, and interact with one another. Seeing a powerful silverback in the wild is an extraordinary wildlife experience.
After trekking, return to your starting point and meet your safari guide.
Continue towards the Uganda–Rwanda border, complete immigration formalities, and travel to Musanze.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Virunga Volcanoes as you enter northern Rwanda.
Arrive at your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Dinner and overnight: Musanze, Rwanda.
Travel note: This is a demanding day. The transfer depends on the Bwindi trekking sector, trekking duration, and border conditions.

Encounter playful golden monkeys in the beautiful bamboo forests of Rwanda’s Volcanoes National Park.

Highlights: Golden Monkeys • Bamboo Forest • Gorilla Conservation • Virunga Volcanoes
After breakfast, transfer to Volcanoes National Park for another exciting primate experience.
Meet your park guides for a briefing before entering the beautiful bamboo forests.
Your adventure takes you through the lower slopes of the Virunga Mountains in search of endangered golden monkeys.
These colourful primates are famous for their energetic movements and playful behaviour.
Watch them leap between bamboo stems, search for food, and interact within their groups.
After the trekking experience, return to your lodge or enjoy lunch in Musanze.
In the afternoon, visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund.
Discover the remarkable conservation legacy of Dian Fossey and learn about ongoing mountain gorilla protection efforts.
Explore educational exhibits that highlight scientific research, community conservation, and Rwanda’s conservation achievements.
Later, return to your lodge and enjoy views of the surrounding volcanic landscapes.
Dinner and overnight: Musanze, Rwanda.

Highlights: Lake Kivu • Scenic Landscapes • Boat Safari • Sunset Views
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before departing Musanze for Lake Kivu.
The journey passes through Rwanda’s beautiful countryside, featuring rolling hills, local villages, and spectacular mountain scenery.
Lake Kivu is one of Africa’s Great Lakes and forms part of the border between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Arrive at your lakeside accommodation and enjoy lunch overlooking the beautiful waters.
Spend the afternoon relaxing along the shoreline.
Later, embark on a scenic boat safari across Lake Kivu.
Discover peaceful bays, surrounding islands, and traditional fishing communities.
As evening approaches, admire the golden sunset reflecting across the lake.
Return to your accommodation for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay.
Dinner and overnight: Lake Kivu.

Relax on the peaceful waters of Lake Kivu while enjoying spectacular sunset views.

Highlights: Scenic Lake Kivu Route • Tea Plantations • Colobus Monkeys • Rainforest

After breakfast, continue your journey towards Nyungwe National Park in southwestern Rwanda.

Enjoy scenic views of Rwanda’s countryside, lush hills, and beautiful tea plantations along the way.

Nyungwe protects one of Africa’s most remarkable montane rainforest ecosystems.

The forest supports chimpanzees, monkeys, numerous bird species, and rich plant diversity.

Upon arrival, join an experienced park guide for a colobus monkey trekking experience, subject to your arrival time and available trekking sessions.

Search for the beautiful Angolan black-and-white colobus monkeys, known for their long white shoulder hair and striking black coats.

Nyungwe is particularly famous for its impressive colobus groups. Some contain hundreds of individuals.

Observe these fascinating primates as they move between branches and feed on forest vegetation.

After trekking, transfer to your lodge and enjoy the peaceful rainforest atmosphere.

Dinner and overnight: Nyungwe National Park.

Highlights: Dawn Chorus • Chimpanzee Trekking • Rainforest Walk • Canopy Walkway

Wake up early to the beautiful dawn chorus of birds echoing through Nyungwe’s ancient rainforest.

After breakfast or an early packed meal, transfer to the designated chimpanzee trekking meeting point.

Meet your experienced forest guides and receive a briefing before beginning your adventure.

Follow forest trails while searching for chimpanzees in their natural habitat.

Listen for their loud calls as they communicate across the forest. You may hear branches moving overhead as the chimpanzees travel through the trees.

Once located, observe their fascinating social behaviour, feeding habits, and interactions.

Chimpanzee sightings depend on their movements and forest conditions.

After the morning experience, enjoy lunch and prepare for another adventure.

In the afternoon, visit the famous Nyungwe Canopy Walkway.

Follow the forest trail towards the suspended bridge, which offers spectacular views over the rainforest.

Walk high above a forested ravine while admiring the surrounding trees, hills, and diverse vegetation.

This unforgettable experience offers a completely different perspective of Nyungwe’s ecosystem.

Afterwards, return to your lodge for relaxation and dinner.

Dinner and overnight: Nyungwe National Park.

Highlights: Rwanda’s Royal History • Inyambo Cattle • Cultural Heritage • Kigali
After breakfast, depart Nyungwe and travel towards Kigali, Rwanda’s vibrant capital.
Along the way, stop at the historic King’s Palace Museum in Nyanza.
Discover Rwanda’s royal traditions and explore the reconstructed traditional residence of the former Rwandan kings.
Learn about the country’s historical monarchy, cultural ceremonies, and traditional leadership.
One of the main highlights is meeting the magnificent Inyambo cattle.
These remarkable cattle are famous for their exceptionally long horns and important place in Rwanda’s royal heritage.
After exploring the museum, enjoy lunch before continuing towards Kigali.
Arrive in the afternoon or evening and check into your hotel.
Spend the evening relaxing after your wonderful adventure across Uganda and Rwanda.
Dinner and overnight: Kigali.

Highlights: Kigali Genocide Memorial • Local Markets • Cultural Experiences • Airport Transfer
Enjoy your final breakfast in Rwanda before exploring Kigali, one of East Africa’s most attractive capital cities.
Depending on your international flight schedule, enjoy a guided city tour.
Begin with a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, which commemorates the victims of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi.
Learn about Rwanda’s tragic history, national recovery, and ongoing reconciliation efforts.
You may also explore local craft markets, art galleries, and cultural attractions.
Discover colourful handicrafts, traditional artwork, and locally made souvenirs.
Your safari guide will then transfer you to Kigali International Airport for your departure flight.
Leave East Africa with unforgettable memories of thrilling adventures, beautiful landscapes, extraordinary wildlife, and meaningful cultural encounters.
End of your 11 Days Uganda & Rwanda Adventure Safari.