5 Days Queen Elizabeth & Bwindi Safari from Kigali Overview
Experience the best of Uganda’s wildlife and primates on this 5-day Queen Elizabeth & Bwindi Safari from Kigali. Beginning in Rwanda’s vibrant capital, this luxurious journey takes you across the border into Uganda — where savannah plains meet dense rainforests. Encounter the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, take a scenic boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, and embark on a life-changing gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
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5 Days Queen Elizabeth & Bwindi Safari from Kigali Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Kigali – Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Arrive at Kigali International Airport, where your professional driver-guide will warmly welcome you to the Land of a Thousand Hills. After a short city orientation or breakfast in Kigali (depending on your flight time), depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park, crossing into Uganda through the Cyanika or Katuna border post.
The drive is breathtaking, passing through rolling hills, tea plantations, and rural villages before descending into the savannah plains. Arrive at your luxury lodge in time for dinner, surrounded by the sounds of the wild and the views of the Rwenzori Mountains.
Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Kyambura Gorge Lodge / Elephant Plains Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
After an early breakfast, set out for a morning game drive through the Kasenyi Plains — one of Uganda’s richest wildlife areas. Watch as lions stalk their prey, elephants cross the open savannah, and herds of Uganda kob graze in the golden light. You may also spot buffaloes, leopards, and a variety of antelope species.
Return to your lodge for lunch, then enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lakes Edward and George. The cruise is one of Uganda’s most scenic wildlife experiences, with hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and buffaloes gathering at the water’s edge, along with vibrant birdlife like kingfishers and African fish eagles.
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Kyambura Gorge Lodge / Elephant Plains Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3: Ishasha Sector – Tree-Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi
After breakfast, drive south through the Ishasha sector, renowned for its rare tree-climbing lions that lounge in large fig trees during the heat of the day. Enjoy a game drive in this beautiful section of the park, where you may also spot topis, buffaloes, and elephants.
Continue your scenic journey into the highlands of southwestern Uganda, arriving in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park by late afternoon. Check in at your forest lodge and spend the evening relaxing with stunning views of the misty jungle.
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Accommodation: Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge / Bwindi Lodge / Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 4: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
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Rise early for breakfast and transfer to the park headquarters for your gorilla trekking briefing. Accompanied by expert trackers and rangers, you’ll venture deep into the dense rainforest in search of a gorilla family. The trek can take anywhere from 2 to 6 hours, depending on their location, but the reward is truly extraordinary — a once-in-a-lifetime hour observing these gentle giants as they eat, groom, and interact in their natural habitat.
Return to your lodge for a late lunch and an afternoon of relaxation. For those interested, an optional community visit to meet the Batwa pygmies offers a fascinating glimpse into the culture of Bwindi’s indigenous people.
Accommodation: Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge / Bwindi Lodge / Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 5: Return to Kigali – Departure
After a leisurely breakfast, begin your return journey to Kigali, enjoying the scenic landscapes of southwestern Uganda and northern Rwanda. Depending on your flight time, stop for lunch and a quick visit to local craft markets or coffee shops in Kigali before your transfer to the airport.
Your 5 Day Queen Elizabeth & Bwindi Safari from Kigali concludes with incredible memories — from the thrilling roar of a lion on the savannah to the quiet gaze of a mountain gorilla deep in the rainforest.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
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With years of experience in Uganda and Rwanda’s tourism industry, Jeisking Tours Ltd has built a reputation for organizing exceptional safari adventures — from gorilla trekking in Bwindi to wildlife drives across the savannahs of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
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