11-Day Uganda & Rwanda Gorilla, Wildlife & Nyungwe Safari
11-Day Uganda & Rwanda Gorilla, Wildlife & Nyungwe Safari | Akagera & Apes
Tour Overview
Two Countries. Two Gorilla Treks. Two Chimp Encounters. One Epic Journey.
This 11-day cross-border safari is the most comprehensive primate and wildlife experience in East Africa — combining the very best of Uganda and Rwanda into one seamless, expertly guided adventure. Beginning in Uganda, you'll track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest (home to the highest density of primates in Africa), game drive across Queen Elizabeth National Park for tree-climbing lions and the famous Kazinga Channel boat safari, and trek to mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Crossing into Rwanda, you'll encounter a second mountain gorilla family in Volcanoes National Park — a completely different habitat and experience — before hiking to Dian Fossey's legendary Karisoke Research Center. The journey concludes in Nyungwe Forest National Park for chimpanzee tracking and the iconic 70-metre suspension canopy walk above one of Africa's oldest rainforests.
With an optional Akagera Big Five game drive on the final day, this is the definitive East Africa safari for travellers who want to experience the full spectrum of the region's extraordinary wildlife.
Parks & Destinations
Safari Gallery
Bwindi Forest, Uganda
Kibale Forest, Uganda
Queen Elizabeth NP
Nyungwe Forest, Rwanda
Volcanoes NP, Rwanda
Akagera NP, Rwanda
Primary Highlights
What You'll Experience
Day-by-Day
Detailed Itinerary
Activity
Welcome at Entebbe International Airport by your expert Akagera & Apes driver-guide. Transfer to your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe for an overnight rest before the adventure begins.
Highlights
Settle in and prepare for 11 extraordinary days across Uganda and Rwanda. Your guide will brief you on the full itinerary, permits, and what to expect on the trail.
Activity
Early morning drive southwest to Kibale Forest National Park — home to the highest density of primates in Africa. Afternoon chimpanzee tracking with expert UWA rangers through the ancient forest.
Highlights
Kibale is home to over 1,500 chimpanzees and 12 other primate species. Spend up to one hour with a habituated chimpanzee community, watching them forage, play, and interact in their natural habitat.
What's Covered
Included & Excluded
Included
- Meals (full board throughout)
- Bottled water
- Private safari vehicle & driver-guide
- English-speaking expert guide
- Accommodation (10 nights)
- Uganda gorilla trekking permit (Bwindi)
- Rwanda gorilla trekking permit (Volcanoes NP)
- Chimpanzee tracking permit (Kibale Forest)
- Chimpanzee tracking permit (Nyungwe Forest)
- Nyungwe canopy walk permit
- All national park entry fees (Uganda & Rwanda)
- Kazinga Channel boat safari
- Bigodi Wetland guided walk
- Dian Fossey hike to Karisoke Research Center
- All activities detailed in the itinerary
Not Included
- Tips & gratuities
- Laundry services
- Beverages & alcoholic drinks
- International flights
- Uganda & Rwanda visas
- Travel insurance
- Items of a personal nature
- Optional Akagera game drive (Day 11)
Logistics
Departure & Return
Departure
Entebbe International Airport, Uganda
Return
Kigali International Airport, Rwanda
Departure Time
Flexible — tailored to your arrival flight
Border Crossing
Uganda → Rwanda on Day 7 (Cyanika border)
Group Size
Maximum 8 guests — intimate private experience
Fitness Level
Moderate — gorilla treks can be 1–6 hours
Starting From
$3,879
per person · final price depends on group size & dates
No payment required to enquire
Destinations Visited
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Kibale Forest NP
Chimpanzee tracking · Bigodi Wetland walk
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Queen Elizabeth NP
Tree-climbing lions · Kazinga Channel safari
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Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Gorilla trek · UNESCO World Heritage
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Volcanoes National Park
Gorilla trek · Dian Fossey hike
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Nyungwe Forest NP
Chimp tracking · 70m canopy walk
The Ultimate Primate Safari
Begin Your Uganda & Rwanda Safari
Gorilla and chimpanzee permits are strictly limited and sell out months in advance. Our team will reach out within 48 hours to confirm availability and handle every detail of your 11-day cross-border adventure.
From $3,879 per person · 11 Days · Uganda & Rwanda