10 Days Uganda, Rwanda & Congo Safari – Gorillas, Chimps & Volcano Adventures
Uganda Rwanda Congo tour. The 10 Days Uganda, Rwanda & Congo Safari is the ultimate adventure across Africa’s most scenic and wildlife-rich regions. From Uganda’s lush jungles and Rwanda’s rolling hills to Congo’s volcanic wilderness, this journey delivers the best of primate encounters, cultural immersion, and natural wonders.
Experience mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, and an epic hike to Nyiragongo Volcano — all in one itinerary. It’s a perfect choice for adventure travelers seeking to explore three countries in one seamless safari with Gecko Safaris Africa.
Safari Overview
- Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
- Destinations Covered: 🇺🇬 Uganda – Kibale | Queen Elizabeth | Bwindi
🇷🇼 Rwanda – Volcanoes National Park | Kigali
🇨🇩 Congo – Virunga National Park | Mount Nyiragongo - Safari Type: Multi-Country Primate & Adventure Safari
- Best For: Adventure travelers, primate lovers, photographers, and explorers
Tour Highlights
- Track mountain gorillas in Uganda’s Bwindi and Congo’s Virunga.
- Trek chimpanzees in Uganda’s Kibale Forest.
- Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park with game drives and boat safaris.
- Visit Volcanoes National Park for golden monkey trekking or cultural tours.
- Conquer the Nyiragongo Volcano hike in Congo and witness its lava lake.
- Explore Kigali City, Africa’s cleanest and most welcoming capital.
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – City Tour
Arrive at Kigali International Airport, where your driver-guide greets you. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a Kigali City Tour, visiting the Genocide Memorial, Kimironko Market, and Inema Arts Centre.
Relax at your hotel before beginning your safari adventure the next day.
Accommodation: Kigali Serena Hotel / Heaven Boutique Hotel
Meal Plan: Dinner
Highlight: Cultural and historical introduction to Rwanda.
Day 2: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park (Uganda)
After breakfast, drive north through scenic countryside and cross into Uganda at the Cyanika border. Continue to Kibale Forest National Park, renowned for its population of chimpanzees and other primates.
Arrive in the afternoon and relax at your lodge surrounded by forest views.
Accommodation: Primate Lodge Kibale / Turaco Treetops / Chimpundu Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Scenic cross-border journey through tea plantations and crater lakes.
Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
After breakfast, report to the park office for a briefing before your chimpanzee trek. Venture into the tropical rainforest to observe chimpanzees swinging through trees, grooming, and foraging.
In the afternoon, enjoy a Bigodi Wetland Walk, a community-based nature walk rich in birdlife and monkeys.
Accommodation: Primate Lodge Kibale / Turaco Treetops
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Close encounter with Uganda’s playful chimpanzees.
Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s premier wildlife reserve. Stop for photos at crater lakes before arriving for lunch.
In the afternoon, take a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, where elephants, hippos, and buffaloes gather along the shores.
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Elephant Plains Lodge / Buffalo Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Boat safari along the Kazinga Channel.
Day 5: Game Drive & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Rise early for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains to spot lions, elephants, and antelopes. After lunch, drive south through the Ishasha sector, home to the tree-climbing lions, before continuing to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Arrive in the evening and settle into your lodge.
Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge / Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge / Mahogany Springs Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Game drive and scenic transfer to Bwindi.
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest – Transfer to Volcanoes National Park (Rwanda)
After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your gorilla trek. Trek through thick jungle terrain to find a gorilla family and spend a life-changing hour observing them.
After trekking, cross into Rwanda via the Cyanika border and continue to Volcanoes National Park in Musanze.
Accommodation: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel / Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge / Le Bambou Gorilla Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi and cross-border journey to Rwanda.
Day 7: Golden Monkey Trekking or Cultural Visit
After breakfast, go for golden monkey trekking in Volcanoes National Park. Watch these playful and colorful primates leaping through bamboo forests.
Alternatively, visit the Iby’Iwacu Cultural Village to learn about Rwandan traditions, music, and local life.
Accommodation: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel / Da Vinci Gorilla Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Golden monkey trekking and cultural exploration.
Day 8: Transfer to Virunga National Park (Congo)
After breakfast, transfer to the Goma–Gisenyi border and cross into Congo’s Virunga National Park. Proceed to your lodge near Bukima for dinner and briefing about the next day’s trek.
Accommodation: Bukima Tented Camp / Mikeno Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Scenic drive from Rwanda into Congo’s volcanic wilderness.
Day 9: Gorilla Trekking in Virunga National Park
After an early breakfast, report to the Bukima patrol post for your Congo gorilla trekking experience. Virunga offers a unique, untouched environment to see mountain gorillas in their natural setting. Spend an hour with the gorilla family before returning to your lodge.
Accommodation: Bukima Tented Camp / Mikeno Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Highlight: Gorilla trekking in the wild and remote Virunga National Park.
Day 10: Mount Nyiragongo Volcano Hike – Return to Kigali
After breakfast, begin your Mount Nyiragongo hike, one of Africa’s most thrilling volcano climbs. Reach the summit after about 5–6 hours, where you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views of the glowing lava lake.
Descend later and cross back into Rwanda, then transfer to Kigali International Airport for your flight.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Highlight: Hiking the active Nyiragongo Volcano and scenic return to Kigali.
Best Time for This Safari
The dry seasons (June–September and December–February) are ideal for gorilla trekking and volcano hikes due to clearer trails and mild weather.
The wet seasons (March–May and October–November) offer greener scenery and fewer tourists, ideal for photographers.
Packing Essentials
- Hiking boots and rain jacket
- Long-sleeved shirts and trousers
- Insect repellent and sunscreen
- Gloves and waterproof daypack
- Camera and binoculars
- Valid passport, visas, and yellow fever certificate
Why Choose Gecko Safaris Africa
At Gecko Safaris Africa, we specialize in multi-country safaris across Uganda, Rwanda, and Congo. Our team handles all logistics — border crossings, permits, accommodations, and guides — ensuring a smooth and memorable experience.
We partner with the best lodges and local experts to guarantee your safety, comfort, and adventure. Every safari supports wildlife conservation and local communities.
Book Your 10 Days Uganda, Rwanda & Congo Safari Today
From the roaring waterfalls of Uganda to Rwanda’s rolling hills and Congo’s volcanic wonders, this safari captures the wild heart of Central and East Africa.
Book your 10 Days Uganda, Rwanda & Congo Safari with Gecko Safaris Africa, your trusted expert in primate and adventure expeditions.
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