8 Days Adventure in Uganda, Rwanda & Burundi

The 8-day Uganda, Rwanda & Burundi Safari is an incredible transboundary journey across three of the most fascinating countries in East Africa. Travelers are engrossed in a blend of wildlife encounters, cultural discoveries, and breathtaking scenery on this trip. Every day reveals a new story of amazement and discovery, from the verdant forests of Uganda, which are home to the most concentrated primate populations in the world, to the lively and clean cityscapes of Kigali, and lastly to the serene lakes and waterfalls of Burundi.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe International Airport

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport where you our professional driver guide will Meet and greet, then transfer to your hotel to relax from the long flight. Dinner and Overnight Stay.

Accommodation Option:

  • Best Western Premier Garden Hotel Entebbe
  • Meals Plan: Full Board

Day 2: Travel to the National Park of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Day 2 of the safari will start with breakfast at your hotel and then get prepared for a scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park which takes about 9-10 hours including stopovers. On your way, you will sight tea plantations, local villages, hilly areas among others. Upon arrival, you will check into the lodge for dinner and overnight stay as you prepare for exciting encounters.

Accommodation Option:

  • Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
  • Meals Plan: Full Board

Day 3: Gorilla Trekking – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park

Wake up very early in the morning enjoy breakfast then transfer to the Park headquarters of the Park for short briefing on the conduct around the Mountain Gorillas. Following your training, you are divided into groups of eight and given a knowledgeable Park Ranger Guide who leads you into the jungle to explore the uncommon species of mountain gorillas. Trek the Mountain Gorillas for 3-5 hours in the forest vegetation following guidelines on their current location in the forest then later you meet them, an hour is allowed in their presence taking photos to keep with you. After this experience, you will have lunch and then transfer to Volcanoes National Park.

Accommodation Option:

  • Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
  • Meals Plan: Full Board

Day 4: Golden Monkey Trek – Iby’Iwacu cultural village – Transfer to Kigali

Wake up for an early morning breakfast, check out of the lodge and transfer to Volcanoes national park headquarters in Kinigi. By 7:30am you will be briefed about the dos and don’ts when doing gorilla trekking. By 8:00 am, you will travel on a park ranger-led golden monkey trek to the selected group, where you will spend an hour. The golden monkey troops. You will observe their lively behaviors as they jump from one tree to another as they feed, socialize with others. Head to the lodge for lunch, rest and visit the Iby’icawu cultural village for a cultural experience, you will watch the dancers perform for you and you will buy some souvenirs that you can take back home. Travel to Kigali for dinner and spend the night there.

Accommodation Option:

  • Five to Five Hotel
  • Meals Plan: Full Board

Day 5: Kigali City Tour – Kigali Genocide Memorial – Kimironko Market – fly to Bujumbura Burundi

After breakfast, drive back to Kigali which will take about 2-3 hours. After arriving in Kigali, take a private guided tour of the city, beginning with the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where you will discover the tragic history of Rwanda. Explore Rwandan food, fabrics, and crafts in the vibrant Kimironko Market. Lunch break. After this amazing encounter, fly to Bujumbura, Burundi.  Dinner and Overnight stay.

Accommodation Option:

  • Tropitel Gitega Hôtel
  • Meals Plan: Full Board

Day 6: City Tour – Transfer to Gitega Drum Sanctuary

On this day, you will have a morning city exploration where you will Independence Monument, Livingstone – Stanley Monument, Central market. From there, you will transfer to Gitega Drum Sanctuary. Dinner and Overnight stay.

Accommodation Option:

  • Tropitel Gitega Hôtel
  • Meals Plan: Full Board

Day 7: Drum Sanctuary – Chutes de la Karera Falls – Source of the Nile

Day 7 of the safari starts with a delicious breakfast, then head out for a full day of natural and cultural attractions. Discover the historical significance of the drums under Burundi’s monarchy by visiting the drum sanctuary, where you may attend and see drumming performances. From there, you will visit Chutes de la Karera (Karera Waterfalls), this is a beautiful multi-layered waterfall in southern Burundi which gives chances for photography and nature walks.

Afterwards, you will encounter the Source of the Nile (Burundi’s Claim), a symbolic site marking one of the Nile River sources and Scenic views and cultural monuments. Dinner and Overnight Stay.

Accommodation Option:

  • Lake Tanganyika Hotel
  • Meals Plan: Full Board

Day 8: Transfer to the chimpanzee sanctuary – Lake Tanganyika Drive – departure

You will transfer to Chimpanzee Sanctuary to observe chimpanzees and other primates in a protected forest setting, you will learn about the conservation efforts in Burundi. Enjoy the moment with our close cousins. After, you will have a relaxing scenic drive along one of the world’s oldest and deepest lakes. This marks the end of the 8 Days Uganda, Rwanda and Burundi Safari. Departure.

Includes:    

Airport transfers

  • Accommodation based on Mid-Range
  • Meals as per the itinerary
  • Park entry fees
  • All activities and All Permits
  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • Ground Transport in a safari vehicle

Excludes:     

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Tips and personal expenses
  • Drinks not mentioned in the itinerary