4 NIGHTS From US$ 3 529 per person sharing

JOURNEY HIGHLIGHTS

  • Chimpanzee tracking in Uganda.

  • Wildlife safari game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda.

  • The chance to encounter other primates such as colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys and more.

  • Boat cruise along the Kazinga channel for a view of lots of game as hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, as well as a variety of bird species.

  • Gorilla tracking in Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda + Golden Monkey tracking

  • Cultural walk to Iby’wachu where you will be entertained in Banyarwanda traditional songs and learn more about their culture.

PLEASE INQUIRE FOR FULL ITINERARY

Minimum 2 guests / Maximum 6 guests

DURATION: 5 Days/4 Nights

ROUTING: KIGALI - KIGALI

 

ITINERARY BREAKDOWN

  • Day 1

    Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

    After breakfast, you will depart Kigali for Queen Elizabeth National Park in Uganda crossing via Katuna border arriving early in the evening. Time allowing, you may go for evening game drive.

    Dinner and overnight at Katara Lodge or similar

  • Day 2

    Chimpanzee tracking and boat cruise.

    This morning, you will set off to Karinju forest where you will be briefed about the dos and don’ts while with the chimpanzees before entering the forest for chimpanzee tracking. You will encounter other primates as colobus monkeys, vervet monkeys among others.

    Return to the lodge for lunch and then in the afternoon, go for a boat cruise along the Kazinga channel for a view of lots of game as hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, as well as a variety of bird species.

    Dinner and overnight at Katara Lodge or similar

  • Day 3

    Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

    In the morning after breakfast, you will set off a scenic long to Volcanoes NP in Rwanda through Ishasha sector where you will have game drive in search of tree climbing lions. You will cross via Cyanika boarder reaching Volcanoes NP in the evening.

    Dinner and overnight at Five Volcanoes Lodge or similar

  • DAY 4

    Gorilla trekking and cultural walk

    You will wake up early for breakfast and then transfer to the park headquarters by 7:00am to start the briefing about the dos and don’ts with the gorillas. You will then be allocated the gorilla tracking group and then the driver will drive you up to the starting point of the gorilla tracking group allocated and then ascend the forest for the memorable adventure. Once you see the gorillas, a maximum of one hour is allowed to stay with them before descending back to the starting point. On descent, you will meet your driver/guide and drive back to your Lodge for refreshment.

    In the evening, you may go for a cultural walk to Iby’wachu where you will be entertained in Banyarwanda traditional songs and learn more about their culture.

    Dinner and overnight at Five Volcanoes Lodge

  • Day 5

    Golden Monkey tracking and transfer back to Kigali

    In the morning after an early breakfast, you will gather at the park headquarters for briefing before ascending the forest for golden monkey tracking where you will enjoy them play in the forest in search of food.

    On return, you will set off back to Kigali reaching early for shopping if necessary and later transfer to the airport to check in for your departure flight (not included).

    End of Services.

This itinerary is based on 4-star accommodation options and can be tailored to suit your budget

INCLUDED & EXCLUDED

INCLUDED IN RATES:

  • All airport transfers in-destination and assistance / meet & greet

  • 4 nights’ accommodation on Full Board basis

  • Private transport in custom-made 6-seater safari land cruiser

  • Services of English-speaking driver-guides

  • Compulsory Emergency Evacuation Service (any medical bills to be settled by client)

  • Bottled drinking water while trekking and in vehicle

  • Gorilla Permit, Chimpanzee Tracking Permit, Golden Monkeys Permit

  • All taxes on the services quoted above

EXCLUDED FROM RATES:

  • Flights

  • Any additional optional activities not mentioned

  • Drinks (sodas, beer, wine, spirits...)

  • EAC Tourist visa: US$ 100 which allows you to enter both countries. Kindly apply online prior to arrival

  • Medical and travel insurance.

  • Tips, telephone and personal expenses

  • PCR tests & Covid-19 related requirements

 

Gorilla & Chimpanzee Permits

  • Gorilla & Chimpanzee permits are confirmed upon payment for the same to Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA), who will confirm the permits on first come first serve basis.

  • African Fusion Travel and our suppliers shall NOT be held responsible if at the time of receipt of payments the permits will not be available.

Kindly note;

a) Gorilla Permits based on current Government Park Tariffs. Park fees are subject to change without prior notice.

b) Gorilla permits are non-refundable & non-transferable