Combine Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda with Uganda Wildlife Safaris

Why Combine Rwanda and Uganda Safaris?

Combining gorilla trekking in Rwanda with Uganda wildlife safaris gives travelers the best of both worlds: primate encounters and classic savannah game drives. Rwanda is famous for its easy access to gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, while Uganda offers iconic savannah adventures in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls, and Kidepo Valley. Together, these destinations create a diverse safari experience that highlights both primates and the Big Five.

Gorilla Trekking in Rwanda – Volcanoes National Park

Your journey begins in Rwanda with a trek through Volcanoes National Park, home to several habituated gorilla families. Rwanda’s well-organized system makes it possible to do a short 2–3 day gorilla trek, or combine gorillas with cultural experiences and visits to Lake Kivu. The highlight is spending an hour with the Rwanda gorillas, watching them feed, play, and interact in their natural habitat.

Crossing into Uganda for Wildlife Safaris

gorilla trekking in Rwanda with Uganda wildlife safaris; After your gorilla adventure, it is easy to cross into Uganda by road, with border points at Cyanika or Katuna. Uganda offers a completely different safari atmosphere, with vast savannahs, scenic lakes, and diverse wildlife. Combining both countries ensures that you see primates in Rwanda and enjoy traditional wildlife safaris in Uganda, where elephants, lions, giraffes, and hippos roam freely.

Uganda Wildlife Safari Highlights

Uganda boasts several outstanding national parks for game viewing. In Queen Elizabeth National Park, you can enjoy boat rides on the Kazinga Channel and search for tree-climbing lions in Ishasha. Murchison Falls National Park is famous for its dramatic waterfall and large herds of elephants, while Kidepo Valley National Park offers raw wilderness and unique cultural encounters with the Karamojong people. These experiences complement your gorilla trekking tour in Rwanda perfectly.

Best Tour Combinations (gorilla trekking in Rwanda with Uganda wildlife safaris)

Popular itineraries include a 5–7 day Rwanda-Uganda safari, combining gorilla trekking in Volcanoes with wildlife safaris in Queen Elizabeth or Murchison Falls. Longer trips can include chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest, golden monkey trekking, and boat safaris on the Nile. For travelers with limited time, a short gorilla trek in Rwanda followed by a 3-day Rwanda safari is a great balance.

Practical Information – Permits and Logistics

For gorilla trekking, Rwanda permits cost $1,500 per person, while Uganda’s are $700 per person. Many travelers choose to trek in Rwanda for convenience, then enjoy more budget-friendly safaris in Uganda. Transfers are easy with private vehicles or flights linking Kigali to Entebbe, Queen Elizabeth, and Murchison Falls. Universal Journeys Rwanda can arrange seamless logistics, ensuring all transport, accommodation, and permits are handled in advance.

Booking Your Rwanda–Uganda Safari (gorilla trekking in Rwanda with Uganda wildlife safaris)

At Universal Journeys Rwanda, we curate tailor-made itineraries that combine gorilla trekking in Rwanda with Uganda wildlife safaris. Whether you prefer luxury lodges or mid-range camps, we design safaris that showcase the best of both countries.

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