Kidepo

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure through East Africa’s most enchanting landscapes and vibrant cultures. From the bustling streets of Kampala to the mystical crater lakes and ancient caves of Fort Portal, then into the lush rainforests of Kibale and the spiritual heart of Bwindi, this tour takes you deep into the wild. Cross the border into Rwanda to trek among majestic mountain gorillas, wander along serene shores of Lake Kivu, and uncover the poignant history of Kigali. This carefully curated journey blends thrilling wildlife encounters, immersive cultural experiences, and breathtaking scenery for an odyssey that transcends the ordinary.

Start/End: Entebbe Airport (or alternative location – additional cost)

Duration: 14 days

Brief Itinerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Kampala; transfer, check-in, and overnight in Kampala.

Day 2: Kampala City Tour; explore cultural and historical landmarks; overnight in Kampala.

Day 3: Transfer to Fort Portal; check-in; leisure evening; overnight in Fort Portal.

Day 4: Fort Portal exploration – visit crater lakes and local cultural sites; overnight in Fort Portal.

Day 5: In-depth cultural tour of Fort Portal including visits to traditional communities; overnight in Fort Portal.

Day 6: Transfer to Kibale National Park; check-in; overnight in Kibale.

Day 7: Chimpanzee tracking and guided nature walk in Kibale; overnight in Kibale.

Day 8: Full day at Kibale with additional primate sightings and bird-watching; overnight in Kibale.

Day 9: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park; check-in; overnight in Bwindi.

Day 10: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi; cultural visit to a Batwa community; overnight in Bwindi.

Day 11: Additional nature walks and relaxation in Bwindi; overnight in Bwindi.

Day 12: Transfer to the Cyanika/Mgahinga region; check-in near the border; overnight in the region.

Day 13: Gorilla or golden monkey tracking in Mgahinga/Volcanoes NP; overnight in the region.

Day 14: Transfer to Lake Kivu; check-in; leisure day by the lake; overnight at Lake Kivu.

Day 15: Kigali city tour including the Kigali Genocide Memorial; overnight in Kigali.

Day 16: Final sightseeing in Kigali; transfer to the airport for departure.

OPTIONAL EXTENSIONS: Please inquire

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