Your adventure begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel or a designated location in Kampala. Meet your professional driver-guide and set off on a scenic journey to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's largest and oldest national park. Along the way, enjoy views of Uganda's picturesque countryside, traditional villages, and vibrant local markets as your guide introduces you to the country's rich culture and natural heritage.

Upon arrival, visit the spectacular Top of Murchison Falls, where the mighty River Nile is forced through a narrow 7-metre-wide gorge before plunging 43 metres into the Devil's Cauldron. Take a guided walk to the viewpoints, enjoy a picnic lunch while admiring the breathtaking scenery, and capture unforgettable photographs of one of Africa's most iconic natural wonders.

Later in the evening, head to Paraa Bridge for a stunning sunset over the Victoria Nile, with opportunities to spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species along the riverbanks.

After the day's adventure, proceed to your lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

Accommodation: Red Chilli Rest Camp

Rise early for an exciting morning game drive across the vast savannah plains of Murchison Falls National Park, when wildlife is most active. Accompanied by your experienced safari guide, search for some of the park's iconic residents, including Rothschild's giraffes, elephants, lions, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, Jackson's hartebeests, oribis, warthogs, and a variety of antelope species. Bird enthusiasts will also have excellent opportunities to spot numerous savannah bird species during the drive.

Return to Red Chilli Rest Camp for a delicious lunch and some time to relax before heading out for one of the park's most memorable experiences—a boat cruise on the Victoria Nile. Cruise upstream towards the base of the magnificent Murchison Falls, enjoying close-up views of large pods of hippos, Nile crocodiles basking along the banks, elephants, buffaloes, and an incredible diversity of water birds, including African fish eagles, kingfishers, herons, bee-eaters, and cormorants.

Upon reaching the bottom of the falls, take a short guided walk to appreciate the thunderous power of the waterfall from a unique perspective and capture spectacular photographs. Later, enjoy an evening game drive, offering another opportunity to spot predators and other wildlife as the sun sets over the savannah.

Return to your lodge for dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Accommodation: Red Chilli Rest Camp

After an early breakfast, check out and begin your scenic journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, popularly known as the "Medley of Wonders." The drive takes you through some of Uganda's most picturesque landscapes, offering views of rolling hills, rural communities, tea plantations, and traditional homesteads.

En route, make a stop at Wanseko Landing Site on the shores of Lake Albert, where you'll visit a vibrant local fishing village. Experience the daily life of the fishing community, interact with local fishermen, and enjoy a picnic while taking in the tranquil views of the lake. Continue the journey with a lunch stop in Hoima before proceeding southwards.

As you approach Queen Elizabeth National Park, pause at the Equator Monument in Kikorongo for photographs and an opportunity to stand in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres. Continue through the park's stunning landscapes, with chances to spot wildlife along the way before arriving at your lodge.

Check in, relax, and enjoy dinner before settling in for a peaceful overnight stay.

Accommodation: Entare Lodges

Start your day with an early breakfast before heading out for an exciting morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda's renowned "Medley of Wonders." Explore the wildlife-rich Kasenyi Plains, where you'll have excellent opportunities to spot elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, bushbucks, warthogs, and, with a bit of luck, lions and other predators. The park is also home to over 600 bird species, making it a paradise for bird enthusiasts.

Return to Entare Lodges for a relaxing lunch before making your way to the Kazinga Channel for one of the highlights of the safari, a scenic boat cruise along the natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. The channel boasts one of Africa's highest concentrations of hippos and offers exceptional wildlife viewing, including Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, waterbucks, and an incredible variety of resident and migratory bird species such as African fish eagles, pelicans, kingfishers, and herons.

In the late afternoon, enjoy an evening game drive, providing another opportunity to observe wildlife as temperatures cool and animals become more active. Watch the golden African sunset over the savannah before returning to your lodge.

Enjoy dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

Accommodation: Entare Lodges

After an early breakfast at around 6:30 a.m., check out and depart Queen Elizabeth National Park for the scenic journey to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Uganda's most beautiful and peaceful destinations. The drive takes you through the breathtaking Kigezi Highlands, often referred to as the "Switzerland of Africa," with its rolling terraced hills, lush valleys, and picturesque rural communities.

Arrive at Lake Bunyonyi, the second deepest lake in Africa, renowned for its tranquil waters and 29 scenic islands. In the evening, enjoy a relaxing boat cruise across the lake, visiting some of its fascinating islands and local communities while learning about their unique history and cultural significance. Depending on the route, you may visit attractions such as Punishment Island, famous for its historical traditions, and admire the spectacular scenery that makes Lake Bunyonyi one of Uganda's premier tourist destinations.

After the cruise, return to your lodge to relax and take in the serene lakeside atmosphere before enjoying dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Crater Bay Cottages - Lake Bunyonyi

After an early breakfast, bid farewell to the tranquil shores of Lake Bunyonyi and begin your journey into neighboring Rwanda, crossing the border at Cyanika in Kisoro. As you travel through Rwanda's scenic countryside, admire the country's rolling green hills, terraced farms, and picturesque rural villages, earning Rwanda its nickname, the "Land of a Thousand Hills."

Continue to the beautiful lakeside town of Karongi on the shores of Lake Kivu, Rwanda's largest freshwater lake and one of Africa's Great Lakes. The drive offers spectacular views of the lake and surrounding hills, providing excellent opportunities for photography along the way.

Upon arrival in the evening, check in to your lodge and unwind while enjoying the peaceful lakeside atmosphere. Spend the remainder of the day at leisure, taking in the stunning sunset over Lake Kivu before enjoying dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Accommodation: Cormoran Lodge

After breakfast, set out for a memorable morning boat cruise on Lake Kivu, Rwanda's largest freshwater lake and one of Africa's Great Lakes. Cruise across the crystal-clear waters while exploring some of the lake's most fascinating islands, including Monkey Island, home to playful vervet monkeys, and Napoleon Island, named for its distinctive shape and known for its colony of fruit bats. Along the way, you'll also pass traditional fishing villages and witness the unique sight of Rwanda's famous swimming cows, while enjoying breathtaking views of the surrounding hills and shoreline.

Following the boat cruise, begin your journey to Kigali, Rwanda's vibrant and remarkably clean capital city. Upon arrival, embark on an evening city tour featuring a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, where you'll gain a deeper understanding of the tragic events of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi and Rwanda's inspiring journey of reconciliation, unity, and national recovery.

After the tour, transfer to your hotel for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

After an early breakfast, check out of your hotel in Kigali and begin your return journey to Uganda, crossing the border at Gatuna (Katuna). Enjoy a scenic drive through the rolling hills of Rwanda and southwestern Uganda, with beautiful views of terraced farmlands, lush valleys, and rural communities along the way.

After completing border formalities, continue to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda's smallest savannah national park and the closest national park to Kampala. Renowned for its rich biodiversity, the park is home to large herds of zebras, impalas, elands, buffaloes, giraffes, and numerous bird species.

Arrive at your lodge in the evening and take in the peaceful surroundings before enjoying a delicious dinner and relaxing after the day's journey.

Accommodation: Leopard Rest Camp

After an early breakfast at 7:00 a.m., head into Lake Mburo National Park for an unforgettable guided nature walk, one of the park's signature experiences. Accompanied by an armed Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger, enjoy the rare opportunity to explore the wilderness on foot while observing wildlife at close range. Walk among graceful Rothschild's giraffes, zebras, impalas, elands, topis, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species as your guide shares fascinating insights into the park's unique ecosystem, flora, and fauna.

Following the nature walk, begin your scenic drive back to Kampala. Along the way, stop at the Uganda Equator Monument for lunch, memorable photographs, and an opportunity to purchase locally made souvenirs and crafts. You may also witness the famous water experiment demonstrating the Coriolis effect, a popular attraction for visitors.

Continue to Kampala, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or another preferred location, marking the end of your unforgettable 9-Day Uganda and Rwanda Wildlife Safari. We hope you leave with lasting memories of East Africa's spectacular wildlife, stunning landscapes, vibrant cultures, and warm hospitality.