8-Day Uganda & Rwanda Wildlife Safari





Offered by Lineage Gorilla Safaris

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About this safari
Embark on an 8-day Uganda and Rwanda wildlife safari that combines exceptional primate encounters, classic game drives and scenic boat trips. The journey includes gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, where travelers experience one of East Africa’s most remarkable wildlife encounters. Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park adds another memorable forest experience and makes this itinerary especially appealing to travelers seeking close connections with nature. The safari also explores Uganda’s diverse landscapes and wildlife areas. Discover the roaring waters of Murchison Falls, then look for elephants, lions and buffalo during game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park and Lake Mburo National Park. The route also includes a rare opportunity to track rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, adding further variety to the wildlife experience. In Rwanda, time at the Kigali Genocide Memorial provides an important historical and cultural reflection alongside the safari’s nature-focused activities. Comfortable mid-range lodges, professional guiding and a private 4x4 safari vehicle support the journey throughout. Accommodation is provided as per the itinerary, with three meals daily, bottled water during game drives and airport transfers included. All park entrance fees, gorilla permits and chimpanzee permits are covered, together with government taxes and VAT. This Uganda and Rwanda safari is designed for travelers who want more than a single wildlife highlight. It brings together gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, game drives, boat trips, rhino tracking and cultural history in one carefully combined journey. From tropical forests and open wildlife habitats to powerful waterfalls and Kigali’s significant memorial, the experience offers an engaging blend of adventure, wildlife and reflection. With an English-speaking professional guide and private safari transport, guests can explore East Africa with practical support and a strong focus on memorable wildlife encounters.
Day-by-day Itinerary
D1Entebbe to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Murchison Falls NP
Murchison Falls National Park • Pakuba Safari Lodge
Entebbe to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Murchison Falls NP
Murchison Falls National Park • Pakuba Safari Lodge
Your adventure begins with a morning pickup from Entebbe, heading north through Uganda’s lush countryside. The first highlight is a rhino tracking walk at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where an armed ranger guides you through the bush to encounter endangered rhinos in their natural habitat. After this thrilling start, continue to Murchison Falls National Park, arriving in the late afternoon to unwind at your lodge before dinner.
D2Murchison Falls Game Drive & Boat Cruise
Murchison Falls National Park • Pakuba Safari Lodge
Murchison Falls Game Drive & Boat Cruise
Murchison Falls National Park • Pakuba Safari Lodge
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Year Round
Year-round
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