Your tour begins with an 8:00 am pick-up from your hotel. You’ll visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a two-hour educational tour reflecting Rwanda’s tragic history and remarkable recovery. Afterward, drive to Musanze and check into your hotel. Following lunch, explore Iby’iwacu Cultural Village to experience Rwanda’s rich traditions and customs. The day concludes with a visit to the serene twin lakes of Burera and Ruhondo before returning to your hotel.

Accommodation: Migano Hotel

Rise early at 6:00 am for breakfast, then at 6:30 am proceed to the Rwanda Development Board offices for your hiking briefing. Set off for the challenging 8-hour hike up Mount Bisoke. Enjoy lush vegetation and spectacular views as you ascend. At the summit, behold the crater lake and capture breathtaking photos before descending and returning to your hotel to relax.

Accommodation: Migano Hotel

Start your day with breakfast at 8:00 am, then visit the Ellen DeGeneres Dian Fossey Campus to learn about her groundbreaking mountain gorilla conservation efforts. Next, travel to Lake Kivu and check into your resort. After lunch, take a boat ride to Napoleon Island and hike there to see its famous fruit bats. Return to the hotel for rest.

Accommodation: Rushel Kivu Resort

After breakfast at 7:00 am, travel to Kisoro via the Chanika border between Rwanda and Uganda, where you will receive assistance with border documentation and favorable forex rates. Continue to Lake Mutanda, then cross to Gahiza Island Retreat, where you’ll check in and enjoy dinner.

Accommodation: Gahiza Island Retreat

Arise at 5:30 am and head to the park by 6:00 am for your gorilla trekking briefing and registration. Trek the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, an awe-inspiring experience. Afterward, proceed to Lake Bunyonyi’s Paradise Eco-Hub, where you’ll relax after a scenic boat tour of the lake’s 29 islands.

Accommodation: Paradise Eco-Hub

After breakfast at 8:00 am, embark on a scenic drive to Bushenyi via the Ntungamo route. The journey includes multiple stops for refreshments and shopping before arriving and checking into your guest house.

Accommodation: Ankole Tea Estate Guest House

Start early with breakfast, then transfer to Kalinzu Forest Reserve for a 2-3 hour chimpanzee trekking experience, guided and briefed by experts. Afterward, continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, check into your lodge, and enjoy an afternoon game drive spotting diverse wildlife. Return to the lodge for dinner and rest.

Accommodation: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge

Enjoy breakfast at 8:00 am, then embark on a half-day boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its abundant wildlife including hippos, elephants, and various bird species, plus sightings of the Big Five. Return to the lodge for relaxation.

Accommodation: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge

Rise early for breakfast and depart at 6:30 am, traveling via Kyenjojo with stops for breaks and shopping. Upon arrival at Murchison Falls National Park, visit the top of the majestic falls before checking into your tented camp and enjoying dinner.

Accommodation: Fort Murchison (Tent)

After breakfast, enjoy a half-day game drive in Murchison Falls National Park, spotting wildlife such as lions, elephants, and buffalo. Return to camp to rest, then embark on a 2-hour afternoon boat cruise along the Nile River to see hippos, crocodiles, and birds before dinner.

Accommodation: Fort Murchison (Tent)

Following breakfast, set off at 6:30 am to see the rare white rhinos in their sanctuary. Afterwards, drive to Jinja with stops for breaks and shopping. Check into your hotel upon arrival and relax for the evening.

Accommodation: Explorers River Camp

Prepare for an exhilarating day of Grade 5 white-water rafting—the ultimate adventure on the Nile River! Experience heart-pounding rapids, guided by expert instructors, with free photos capturing all the thrills. This once-in-a-lifetime day promises unforgettable fun and excitement. Return to camp for rest.

Accommodation: Explorers River Camp

After breakfast at 8:00 am, check out and travel to Entebbe Airport for your departure.