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CROSS-BORDER

12 Days Gorilla Adventure Safari Tour

Cross Uganda and Rwanda trekking gorillas in both Volcanoes NP and Bwindi, with Big Five game drives and Lake Bunyonyi relaxation

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Duration
12 Days / 11 Nights
Tour type
Gorilla Safari
Destination
Uganda & Rwanda
Group size
2 – 12 People
Difficulty
Moderate
Day by Day

Your Itinerary

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1
Arrive Kigali Rwanda
Welcome at airport, city tour and cultural evening
Welcome at Kigali airport. City tour and Genocide Memorial visit. Cultural evening.
Kigali Serena Hotel
2
Kigali to Volcanoes NP
Transfer to Volcanoes National Park, cultural village visit
Transfer to Volcanoes National Park. Afternoon Iby'Iwacu cultural village visit.
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
3
Rwanda Gorilla Trekking
Trek Volcanoes NP for mountain gorillas
Trek Volcanoes NP for mountain gorillas. One hour with a gorilla family.
Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
4
Cross to Uganda & Lake Bunyonyi
Cross Cyanika border into Uganda, canoe ride on lake
Cross the Cyanika border into Uganda. Drive to Lake Bunyonyi. Canoe ride on Africa's second deepest lake.
Bunyonyi Overland Resort
5
Lake Bunyonyi to Bwindi
Transfer to Bwindi, afternoon Batwa cultural trail
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Afternoon Batwa cultural trail.
Buhoma Community Bandas
6
Uganda Gorilla Trekking
Trek Bwindi for second gorilla encounter
Trek Bwindi for your second gorilla encounter. Compare Uganda and Rwanda experiences.
Buhoma Community Bandas
7
Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth NP
Drive through Ishasha for tree-climbing lions
Drive through Ishasha for tree-climbing lions. Continue to Queen Elizabeth NP.
Mweya Safari Lodge
8
Queen Elizabeth Game Drives
Morning and afternoon game drives, Kazinga Channel cruise
Morning and afternoon game drives. Kazinga Channel boat cruise.
Mweya Safari Lodge
9
Queen Elizabeth to Kibale
Transfer to Kibale Forest, afternoon Bigodi walk
Transfer to Kibale Forest. Afternoon Bigodi Wetland walk.
Primate Lodge Kibale
10
Chimpanzee Tracking
Morning chimpanzee tracking in Kibale
Morning chimpanzee tracking in Kibale. 13 primate species in this forest.
Primate Lodge Kibale
11
Kibale to Fort Portal
Explore Fort Portal crater lakes, visit tea plantations
Explore Fort Portal crater lakes. Visit tea plantations.
Mountains of the Moon Hotel
12
Return to Entebbe & Depart
Drive to Entebbe for departure
Drive to Entebbe. End of your epic cross-border safari.
None - Departure day
Package Details

What's Included

Everything you need for an unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure

Included in Your Safari

  • Airport transfers & all ground transport in 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Mountain gorilla trekking permit(s)
  • Chimpanzee tracking permit (if applicable)
  • All national park entrance fees
  • Professional English-speaking safari guide
  • Full-board accommodation as per itinerary
  • All game drives and primate tracking walks
  • Bottled drinking water during drives

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Visa & travel permits
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & gratuities for guides and staff
  • Personal shopping & souvenirs
  • Alcoholic & premium beverages
  • Phone calls & internet
  • Laundry services
Why Us

Why Book With Nature Nest

Licensed & Trusted

Registered by Uganda Tourism Board, members of AUTO & UTA

Small Groups

Maximum 12 travelers for an intimate, personalized experience

Flexible Dates

Pick your perfect dates — we run tours year-round

Best Value

Competitive pricing with no hidden fees, ever

Testimonials

What Our Travelers Say

“We did the 12-day Uganda + Rwanda safari. Gorillas, chimps, Big Five — all in one trip. The multi-country planning was seamless. Best investment in memories we ever made.”

K
Klaus & Gabriela M.
Munich, Germany

“The gorilla trekking was the most incredible experience of my life. Our guide knew every trail, every animal, every bird call. Nature Nest made everything seamless from start to finish.”

S
Sarah M.
London, United Kingdom

“From Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi, every day was a new adventure. The tree-climbing lions, the boat safari on Kazinga Channel — absolutely unforgettable. Already planning our return trip!”

J
James & Patricia D.
Toronto, Canada

Ready for the Adventure of a Lifetime?

Let our expert guides craft your perfect 10-day Uganda safari. Flexible dates, personalized itineraries, small groups.

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