GREEN SEASON ADVANTAGES
- Save with discounted gorilla and chimpanzee permits
- Enjoy seasonal rates at selected lodges
- Fewer tourists at key wildlife and primate destinations
- Lush landscapes and excellent photography conditions
- Easier access to permits and accommodation
- The same unforgettable gorilla, chimpanzee, golden monkey and Big 5 experiences
Choose Your Travel Year for this 12-Day Uganda & Rwanda Safari Special
This 12-day Uganda & Rwanda safari combines mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, golden monkey tracking and Big 5 wildlife viewing into one unforgettable East African adventure.
Select your preferred travel year below to view the full itinerary and pricing. This Green Season Special is available for travel in April, May and November, taking advantage of discounted primate permits and seasonal lodge rates.
2026 Itinerary: 12 Day Uganda & Rwanda special
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe and Shoebill Excursion
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport where your Mamaland Safaris guide welcomes you to Uganda. Depending on your arrival time, set off for Mabamba Wetland, one of the best places in Africa to search for the rare and prehistoric-looking Shoebill Stork. Afterwards transfer to your lodge by the shores of Lake Victoria.
Overnight: Tilapia Lodge
Day 2: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & top of the falls in Murchison Falls National Park
Leave Entebbe behind and journey northwards towards Murchison Falls National Park. Along the way, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary where you track rhinos on foot with a ranger guide. Continue to Murchison Falls and visit the spectacular Top of the Falls where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge before plunging dramatically below.
Overnight: Hornbill Bush Lodge
Day 3: Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise
Start the day with an early morning game drive across Uganda’s largest national park. Search for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, leopards and numerous antelope species. In the afternoon enjoy a boat cruise on the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, with excellent opportunities to spot hippos, crocodiles and birdlife.
Overnight: Hornbill Bush Lodge
Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Travel south through Uganda’s scenic countryside. Watch the landscape transform from savannah to rolling hills, villages and tea plantations as you make your way towards Kibale Forest National Park, Uganda’s primate capital.
Overnight: Isunga Lodge
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
This morning head into Kibale Forest in search of wild chimpanzees the first primate trek of this 12 days Uganda & Rwanda safari. Follow experienced rangers through the rainforest as you look for our closest relatives. After the trek continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park via the crater lakes region, arriving in time to enjoy the views over the savannah.
Overnight: Pumba Safari Cottages
Day 6: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park on a morning game drive. The park is home to elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, hyenas and a variety of antelope species. In the afternoon enjoy a boat cruise on the famous Kazinga Channel where hippos, crocodiles and large concentrations of wildlife gather along the shoreline.
Overnight: Pumba Safari Cottages
Day 7: Ishasha and Tree-Climbing Lions
Travel south through Queen Elizabeth National Park to the remote Ishasha sector. This area is famous for its unique tree-climbing lions that are often seen resting in large fig trees. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, topis and leopards.
Overnight: Topi Lodge
Day 8: Community Walk and Transfer to Bwindi
Begin the day with a guided community walk around Topi Lodge. Experience rural Ugandan life and learn more about the communities living alongside the national park. Afterwards continue through the scenic hills of southwestern Uganda towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Overnight: Gorilla Mist Camp
Day 9: Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Kisoro
Today brings one of Africa’s greatest wildlife experiences. Venture into the ancient rainforest of Bwindi in search of endangered mountain gorillas. Once located, spend one unforgettable hour observing a gorilla family in their natural habitat. After this great highlight of our 12 days Uganda & Rwanda we continue to Kisoro.
Overnight: Travellers Rest Hotel
Day 10: Batwa Cultural Experience and Transfer to Rwanda
This morning, meet the Batwa people, the original forest inhabitants in this region. Learn how they once survived in the rainforest using traditional hunting techniques, medicinal plants and ancient survival skills. Afterwards cross into Rwanda and continue to your lodge near Volcanoes National Park with beautiful views of the Virunga Volcanoes.
Overnight: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Day 11: Golden Monkey Trekking and Kigali City Tour
Head into Volcanoes National Park in search of the playful golden monkeys. Watch them leap through the bamboo forests on the slopes of the Virunga Mountains. Later continue to Kigali where you enjoy a city tour including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, providing insight into Rwanda’s history and remarkable transformation.
Overnight: Step Hotel
Day 12: Departure
After breakfast transfer to Kigali International Airport in time for your flight home, bringing your 12 days Uganda & Rwanda adventure to an end.
IN CONSERVATION WE TRUST – DISCOVER YOUR TRAVEL DREAMS
2026 Uganda & Rwanda special prices
Valid for travel during April, May & November.
Travel smart with these green season rates.
- $5,160 – Solo traveler in a single room
- $3,540 per person – When 2 people share a double room
- $3,190 per person – When 3 people share a triple room
- $3,130 per person – When 4 people share two double rooms
- $3,000 per person – When 5 people share one double and one triple room
- $2,990 per person – When 6 people share three double rooms
Single room supplement: $440 USD
Includes all park fees, permits, accommodation, meals, and guiding
Prices are in US dollar & valid for this set itinerary during mentioned months.
2027 Itinerary: 12 Day Uganda & Rwanda special
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe and Shoebill Excursion
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport where your Mamaland Safaris guide welcomes you to Uganda. Depending on your arrival time, set off for Mabamba Wetland, one of the best places in Africa to search for the rare and prehistoric-looking Shoebill Stork. Afterwards transfer to your lodge by the shores of Lake Victoria.
Overnight: Tilapia Lodge
Day 2: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & top of the falls in Murchison Falls National Park
Leave Entebbe behind and journey northwards towards Murchison Falls National Park. Along the way, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary where you track rhinos on foot with a ranger guide. Continue to Murchison Falls and visit the spectacular Top of the Falls where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge before plunging dramatically below.
Overnight: Hornbill Bush Lodge
Day 3: Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise
Start the day with an early morning game drive across Uganda’s largest national park. Search for elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, leopards and numerous antelope species. In the afternoon enjoy a boat cruise on the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, with excellent opportunities to spot hippos, crocodiles and birdlife.
Overnight: Hornbill Bush Lodge
Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Travel south through Uganda’s scenic countryside. Watch the landscape transform from savannah to rolling hills, villages and tea plantations as you make your way towards Kibale Forest National Park, Uganda’s primate capital.
Overnight: Isunga Lodge
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
This morning head into Kibale Forest in search of wild chimpanzees. Follow experienced rangers through the rainforest as you look for our closest relatives. After the trek continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park via the crater lakes region, arriving in time to enjoy the views over the savannah.
Overnight: Pumba Safari Cottages
Day 6: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park on a morning game drive. The park is home to elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, hyenas and a variety of antelope species. In the afternoon enjoy a boat cruise on the famous Kazinga Channel where hippos, crocodiles and large concentrations of wildlife gather along the shoreline.
Overnight: Pumba Safari Cottages
Day 7: Ishasha and Tree-Climbing Lions
Travel south through Queen Elizabeth National Park to the remote Ishasha sector. This area is famous for its unique tree-climbing lions that are often seen resting in large fig trees. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, topis and leopards.
Overnight: Topi Lodge
Day 8: Community Walk and Transfer to Bwindi
Begin the day with a guided community walk around Topi Lodge. Experience rural Ugandan life and learn more about the communities living alongside the national park. Afterwards continue through the scenic hills of southwestern Uganda towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Overnight: Gorilla Mist Camp
Day 9: Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Kisoro
Today brings one of Africa’s greatest wildlife experiences. Venture into the ancient rainforest of Bwindi in search of endangered mountain gorillas. Once located, spend one unforgettable hour observing a gorilla family in their natural habitat. After this great highlight of our 12 days Uganda & Rwanda tour continue to Kisoro.
Overnight: Travellers Rest Hotel
Day 10: Batwa Cultural Experience and Transfer to Rwanda
This morning, meet the Batwa people, the original forest inhabitants of this region. Learn how they once survived in the rainforest using traditional hunting techniques, medicinal plants and ancient survival skills. Afterwards cross into Rwanda and continue to your lodge near Volcanoes National Park with beautiful views of the Virunga Volcanoes.
Overnight: Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Day 11: Golden Monkey Trekking and Kigali City Tour
Head into Volcanoes National Park in search of the playful golden monkeys. Watch them leap through the bamboo forests on the slopes of the Virunga Mountains. Later continue to Kigali where you enjoy a city tour including a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial, providing insight into Rwanda’s history and remarkable transformation.
Overnight: Step Hotel
Day 12: Departure
After breakfast transfer to Kigali International Airport in time for your flight home, bringing your 12 days Uganda & Rwanda adventure to an end.
IN CONSERVATION WE TRUST – DISCOVER YOUR TRAVEL DREAMS
2027 Uganda & Rwanda special prices
Valid for travel during April, May & November.
Travel smart with these green season rates.
- $5,280 – Solo traveler in a single room
- $3,600 per person – When 2 people share a double room
- $3,250 per person – When 3 people share a triple room
- $3,190 per person – When 4 people share two double rooms
- $3,060 per person – When 5 people share one double and one triple room
- $3,050 per person – When 6 people share three double rooms
Single room supplement: $440 USD
Includes all park fees, permits, accommodation, meals, and guiding
Prices are in US dollar & valid for this set itinerary during mentioned months.
Where You’ll Stay
Enjoy warm hospitality and nature-inspired comfort at our handpicked lodges, including several of our own Woodland Lodges. Nestled in scenic wild settings, these lodges offer friendly service and a stay that supports our conservation efforts.
Travel with Purpose
Every Mamaland Safari tour supports sustainable tourism, local livelihoods, and wildlife conservation — including our program reforming former poachers near Ishasha.
What’s Included:
- All park fees & permits (including gorilla & chimps permit)
- Private 4×4 vehicle & expert guide
- 11 nights in comfortable lodges
- All meals during tour
- Airport transfers
- Water in the vehicle & a couple of fruits along the way!
What’s not included
- International flights to/from Uganda/Kigali
- Visa fees for Uganda & Rwanda (Learn about the East African Tourist Visa here)
- Tips for guides, rangers, and lodge staff
- Personal travel insurance
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
