Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – City and Conservation Introduction

Arrive at Kigali International Airport and meet your safari guide. Transfer to your hotel and settle in. If time allows, enjoy a Kigali city experience that focuses on Rwanda’s journey, culture, and conservation story. Visit the Kigali Genocide Memorial for a deeper understanding of the country’s resilience, then return for dinner and rest.

Accommodation: Kigali Serena Hotel

Day 2: Kigali to Akagera National Park – Savannah Wildlife Safari

After breakfast, drive to Akagera National Park. Arrive for lunch and check-in, then head out for an afternoon game drive across savannah, woodland, and lake-edge habitats. Look out for elephants, giraffes, buffalo, zebra, antelope, and predators depending on luck and season.

Accommodation: Magashi Camp

Day 3: Akagera National Park – Sunrise Game Drive and Boat Safari

Start with a sunrise game drive when wildlife activity peaks. Return for breakfast and downtime, then enjoy a boat safari on Lake Ihema. Expect close views of hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife along the papyrus-lined shores. End the day with a relaxed evening at camp.

Accommodation: Magashi Camp

Day 4: Akagera to Volcanoes National Park – The Hills of Rwanda

Depart Akagera and travel northwest through Rwanda’s iconic green hills, rural landscapes, and volcanic horizons. Arrive near Volcanoes National Park and check in. In the afternoon, take part in a community experience that connects tourism with local livelihoods and conservation partnerships.

Accommodation: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge

Day 5: Volcanoes National Park – Mountain Gorilla Trekking

After an early breakfast, report to the park headquarters for a gorilla trekking briefing. Rangers assign your gorilla group based on fitness and availability. Trek through bamboo forest and montane vegetation until you reach the gorillas. Spend one hour observing their social behavior, feeding, and quiet family moments before returning to the lodge.

Accommodation: Sabyinyo Silverback Lodge

Day 6: Volcanoes to Lake Mutanda – Border Crossing Into Uganda

After breakfast, drive to the Cyanika border and complete immigration formalities. Continue to Lake Mutanda, a scenic highland lake surrounded by volcanoes and lush terraces. Enjoy an afternoon canoe outing or a gentle nature walk with beautiful views and birdlife.

Accommodation: Chameleon Hill Lodge

Day 7: Lake Mutanda to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Rainforest Edge Experiences

Enjoy a calm morning by the lake, then drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Arrive at your lodge overlooking the forest. In the afternoon, visit a community initiative supported by gorilla tourism or take a guided walk along the forest edge.

Accommodation: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge

Day 8: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Gorilla Trekking in Uganda

After an early briefing, begin your gorilla trek in Bwindi. The terrain feels wilder and more forested, and treks can range from moderate to challenging. Once you locate the gorillas, you spend one hour with them before returning to the lodge for rest and a well-earned evening.

Accommodation: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge

Day 9: Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi – Highlands and Lake Views

Drive to Lake Bunyonyi through terraced hills and rural communities. Check in and slow the pace. Spend the afternoon on a boat ride between islands, a guided walk, or simple lakeside relaxation to close out the adventure smoothly.

Accommodation: BirdNest Resort Lake Bunyonyi

Day 10: Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe – Departure

After an early breakfast, drive to Entebbe with a lunch stop along the way. Arrive for your onward flight, ending the trip with two countries, two gorilla treks, and a complete eco-circuit experience.