20 Days Perfect Rwanda-Burundi-Uganda Safari Vacation with Cultural Experience

20 Days Perfect Rwanda-Burundi-Uganda Safari Vacation with Cultural Experience

This 20 Days Perfect Rwanda-Burundi-Uganda Safari Vacation with Cultural Experience invites you to explore the rich beauty and varied cultures of East Africa. Beginning in Kigali, you'll discover Rwanda's lively cities, complemented by natural attractions like Volcanoes National Park and Nyungwe Forest. As you journey through these regions, you'll engage with local traditions, visiting markets and cultural sites while delving into the histories of these areas.

Your 20 Days Perfect Rwanda-Burundi-Uganda Safari Vacation with Cultural Experience continues in Burundi, where you'll explore serene waterfalls, historical sites, and Bujumbura, the capital city. Cross into Uganda, visiting renowned Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for unforgettable gorilla trekking. This 20 Days Perfect Rwanda-Burundi-Uganda Safari Vacation with Cultural Experience itinerary includes cultural interactions with the Batwa pygmies and community visits, providing insight into the local lifestyles. This 20 Days Perfect Rwanda-Burundi-Uganda Safari Vacation with Cultural Experience safari balances wildlife encounters with cultural immersion, ensuring a memorable journey

 


Tour Highlights

  • Arrive in Kigali, meet your guide.
  • Explore Kigali’s vibrant Kimironko Market today.
  • Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial site.
  • Journey to Volcanoes National Park begins.
  • Track golden monkeys in bamboo forests.
  • Enjoy local drumming at IbyIwacu Center.
  • Take a boat trip on Lake Kivu.
  • Experience coffee production at Kimbiri plantation.
  • Chimpanzee tracking adventure in Nyungwe Forest.
  • Join a canopy walk over trees.
  • Discover Rwanda's royal history at museums.
  • Travel to Burundi, explore Bujumbura city.
  • Visit serene Karera Waterfalls' natural beauty.
  • Discover Gitega City’s rich cultural heritage.
  • Attend traditional drumming performance at Gishora.
  • Enjoy a forest hike in Kibira.
  • Experience Rusizi National Park’s wildlife safari.
  • Encounter hippos and birds along Rusizi.
  • Participate in gorilla trekking at Bwindi.
  • Learn about Batwa traditions and culture.
  • Explore wildlife in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
  • Witness tree-climbing lions in Ishasha sector.
  • Enjoy a cruise on Kazinga Channel.
  • Interact with local communities near parks.
  • Reflect on a remarkable cultural journey.

Detailed Itinerary Day By Day

Day 1: Kigali – Rwanda

Upon your arrival at Kigali International Airport of your 20 Days Perfect Rwanda-Burundi-Uganda Safari Vacation with Cultural Experience, you'll meet your guide who will transfer you to your hotel. The 30-minute drive allows for an introduction to Rwanda’s capital. After checking in and refreshing, enjoy a dinner featuring local and international cuisine. Your centrally located hotel offers easy access for tomorrow's plans. Spend the evening relaxing in Kigali's welcoming atmosphere, marking the start of your 20 Days Perfect Rwanda-Burundi-Uganda Safari Vacation with Cultural Experience.


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Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Kigali City to Volcanoes National Park – Rwanda

Start your day with breakfast before meeting your guide for a tour of Kigali. Your visits include Kimironko Market and the Kigali Genocide Memorial, crucial for understanding Rwanda's past. After exploring the city, head toward Volcanoes National Park, about 80 km from Kigali, taking roughly 2 hours. After checking into your lodge, take time to relax and enjoy dinner in anticipation of upcoming adventures.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Golden Monkey Tracking & Cultural Experience, Volcanoes National Park – Rwanda

After an early breakfast, head to Volcanoes National Park Headquarters for your golden monkey tracking trip. The morning trek provides opportunities to see the endangered golden monkeys in their bamboo habitats. After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and some rest. In the afternoon, visit the IbyIwacu Cultural Center for a traditional drumming and dance performance that offers insights into Rwandan culture. Return to your lodge for a delicious dinner and a restful night.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4: Lake Kivu & Nyungwe Forest National Park – Rwanda

Wake for breakfast before starting a sunrise boat trip on Lake Kivu, a scenic lake shared by Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo. Spend about 2 hours exploring the lake, known for its birdlife. A highlight will be a stop at a local coffee plantation in Kimbiri for an informative coffee tour. After returning for lunch, continue your journey to Nyungwe Forest National Park, about 3 hours away. Check in to your accommodation, have dinner, and prepare for tomorrow’s activities.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5: Nyungwe Forest National Park – Rwanda

Dedicate today to chimpanzee tracking in Nyungwe Forest National Park, the largest intact mountain forest in East and Central Africa. After breakfast, go to the park center for your briefing before starting the trek. Spotting chimpanzees and observing their social behaviors will be a highlight of the day. After this interaction, return for lunch and later join a guided canopy walk along the Igishigishigi Trail for great views. Return to your lodge for a restful evening.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6: Kigali – Rwanda

After an early breakfast, check out and drive back to Kigali, taking about 5 hours. En route, stop at the Royal Palace Museum and the Ethnographic Museum for deeper understanding of Rwandan history. Enjoy lunch along the way before reaching Kigali. Spend leisure time in the city, perhaps visiting the Belgium Museum. Enjoy dinner and relax at your hotel in preparation for the next phase of your journey.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7: Bujumbura – Burundi

After breakfast, say goodbye to Rwanda and depart for an 8-hour drive to Burundi, also known as “The Heart of Africa.” The scenic journey takes you through rolling hills and local cultures. Upon reaching Bujumbura, check in at your accommodation for the night. Take some time to unwind before enjoying dinner at your hotel, appreciating the vibrant atmosphere.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Rutovu & Karera Waterfalls to Gitega – Burundi

Start your day with breakfast before driving to Rutovu, located about 120 km southeast of Bujumbura. This drive will take around 2.5 hours. Upon your arrival, explore the area, including the source of the Egyptian White Nile, and learn about its rich history. Next, visit Karera Waterfalls, known for its beautiful cascades and lush vegetation. Enjoy the peaceful ambiance before proceeding to Gitega, roughly 1 hour away, where you'll check into your accommodation for the night.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 9: Gitega City, Gishora, Kibira National Park – Burundi

Enjoy breakfast, then start your exploration of Gitega City, the political capital. Visit the National Museum to learn about the country’s cultural heritage, followed by Boma, the residence of the German governor. Your next stop is the Gishora Drum Sanctuary to experience a traditional drumming performance. After this, head to Kibira National Park for a forest hike. Watch for primates and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Return to Bujumbura for dinner and a relaxing night.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 10: Rusizi National Park (Burundi) to Kigali – Rwanda

Begin your day with a visit to Rusizi National Park, just 15 km from Bujumbura. Enjoy a boat safari on the Rusizi River, where you can spot hippos and birdlife, concluding at Lake Tanganyika. Afterward, visit the Livingstone-Stanley Monument, followed by the Unity Monument. Later, you’ll be transferred to Melchior Ndadaye International Airport for your flight to Kigali. Once checked in, enjoy dinner and rest for the adventures in Uganda.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 11: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Uganda

Following breakfast in Kigali, take a scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The route includes a border crossing at Rushagavia and takes about 4-5 hours, with beautiful views of Ruhondo and Bulera lakes. Arrive in Bwindi, check in to your accommodation, and explore the area. After dinner, get ready for tomorrow’s trek.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 12: Gorilla Trekking, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park – Uganda

Today's focus is on gorilla trekking. After breakfast, gather for a briefing from Uganda Wildlife Authority about the trek. The trek could take 2 to 6 hours, depending on the gorilla group’s location. This rainforest houses nearly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas. Observe these incredible creatures in their natural setting. Afterward, return to your lodge to unwind.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 13: Batwa Trail, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park & Kisoro District Coffee Tour – Uganda

Today offers a chance to engage with the Batwa pygmy community. After breakfast, proceed into the forest via the Batwa Trail, where you will learn about their traditional way of life. After this, travel to a local farm in Kisoro District for a coffee tour, where you’ll learn about coffee production and taste the finished product. Return to your accommodation for relaxation.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 14: Ishasha, Queen Elizabeth National Park – Uganda

This morning, leave Bwindi for Queen Elizabeth National Park, about a 2-hour drive. The park is known for its wildlife and varied habitats. Your route will take you through Ishasha Sector, famous for tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive en route. After checking into your accommodation, take time to relax before dinner at the lodge.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 15: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Uganda

Start your day early with a game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, which is a prime time for spotting wildlife. Look for elephants, lions, and an array of bird species as you explore. Afterward, enjoy breakfast. Later, take a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, where you’ll spot hippos, crocodiles, and various birds. Return to your lodge for dinner and a restful night.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 16: Cultural Experience & Queen Elizabeth National Park – Uganda

Today focuses on learning from local communities around Queen Elizabeth National Park. After breakfast, participate in activities to understand traditional farming, including assisting herders and learning about milk production. Observe local crafts and fishing practices, then head to a scenic spot for hippo sightings. Time permitting, visit the King of Tooro’s palace before returning to your lodge for a relaxing evening.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 17: Queen Elizabeth National Park to Kibale National Park – Uganda

Post-breakfast, depart from Queen Elizabeth National Park for Kibale National Park, around a 3-hour ride. Travel through Fort Portal for wildlife sightings and cultural experiences, including a visit to Nyakasura Falls and learning about the Batooro tribe. Continue to Kibale for check-in at your lodging, preparing for the next day's activities.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 18: Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Community Walk, Kibale National Park – Uganda

After breakfast, head to Kibale Headquarters for a briefing before chimpanzee trekking. Look forward to spotting chimpanzees up close in their natural habitat. Your guide will share insights into primate behaviors. After this encounter, enjoy lunch and then visit Bigodi Wetlands for a nature walk. Return to your lodge to relax and reflect.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 19: Kibale National Park to Kampala – Uganda

On your final full day, check out from your Kibale lodge and drive to Kampala, lasting about 7 hours. Along the way, visit the Igongo Cultural Village to learn about the Ankole people's traditions. Enjoy lunch and stop by the Equator for a photo opp. Arrive in Kampala, check into your accommodation, and explore the vibrant city markets in the evening.


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Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 20: Kampala to Entebbe – Uganda

On your last day of your 20 Days Perfect Rwanda-Burundi-Uganda Safari Vacation with Cultural Experience, enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Kampala before heading to Entebbe International Airport, concluding your 20 Days Perfect Rwanda-Burundi-Uganda Safari Vacation with Cultural Experience. Depending on your flight schedule, there may be time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing. Reflect on a wonderful journey filled with wildlife encounters and cultural elements as you get ready for your flight home.

 

Accommodation

Meal Plan

Breakfast & Lunch

Cost Includes

  • Gorilla permit
  • Chimpanzee permit
  • ark fees and chimpanzee tracking permits
  • All activities mentioned in the itinerary
  • Ground transport in a custom 4x4 safari vehicle
  • Bottled water during transfers and tracking
  • Full board accommodation as specified
  • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
  • Driver allowances and park fees
  • Museum entrance fees
  • All mentioned activities (excluding optional experiences)

Cost Excludes

  • Visa (obtainable on arrival)
  • International and Internal Flights not specified
  • Personal needs such as gratuities and souvenirs
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Laundry fees (available at lodges at additional cost)
  • Tips for guides and lodge staff
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Alcoholic beverages and drinks other than wate

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