HEART OF AFRICA SAFARI

14 DAYS/13 NIGHTS | FULL BOARD | MAX. 6 GUESTS | FROM £6,495

OVERVIEW

Do you have a sense of adventure and a love of nature and the great outdoors? Have you ever wondered if there is anywhere left on Earth that isn’t swarming with tourists and where the natural environment remains pristine? We present to you our epic ‘Heart of Africa’ tour which entails an unforgettable journey through the enchanting lands of Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Come face to face with endangered mountain gorillas. Feel the heat from a lava lake set inside an active volcano. Witness Africa’s Big Five and the world’s most powerful waterfall.

ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival in Kigali

Our driver will be waiting for you at the airport to transfer you to Heaven Boutique Hotel. After having some time to check-in, relax and freshen up, your tour leader will meet you to give you the briefing on all the necessary information regarding your tour and answer any questions that you might have. We’ll have plenty of time to relax and explore before enjoying a traditional Rwandan dinner in one of the city’s best restaurants.

Day 2: Kigali City Tour

Kigali, known as the ‘Singapore of Africa,’ is rapidly becoming one of the most developed cities in sub-Saharan Africa, a significant change from its dark past. The tour starts at the Kigali Genocide Memorial to reflect on the 1994 Rwandan Genocide. We’ll then visit Nyamirambo, a vibrant neighborhood, for inspiring stories and a meal at a women’s empowerment center. The day also includes a trip up Mount Kigali for panoramic views and a visit to Kimironko Market, one of the city’s busiest and most colorful spots.

Days 3 & 4: Musanze - Gisenyi

We’ll set off west from Kigali toward Gisenyi, passing through Rwanda’s beautiful rolling hills with stops for photos. Along the way, we’ll enjoy lunch before visiting the Ellen DeGeneres Campus of the Dian Fossey International Gorilla Fund. Once we reach Gisenyi, we’ll have time to relax by the shores of Lake Kivu. The following morning, we’ll take a boat trip to the Kinunu coffee plantation to sample local roasts and learn more about Rwanda’s coffee production.

Days 5 & 6: Democratic Republic of Congo - Mount Nyiragongo - Uganda

We’ll set off early to cross into the Democratic Republic of the Congo and head to the base of Mount Nyiragongo. After meeting our guides, we’ll begin the trek up the active volcano, famous for its vast lava lake. We’ll camp overnight at the crater rim before descending the next morning. From there, we’ll continue into Uganda, with a stop for lunch along the way, before reaching Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to the famous mountain gorillas.

Day 7: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Gorilla Trekking

We’ll head to the gorilla trekking start point, where expert guides will give a full safety and conservation briefing before leading you into the heart of the forest. Trekking through thick vegetation, you’ll experience the beauty of the jungle and the excitement of tracking a gorilla family in their natural habitat. Once found, you’ll spend a magical hour observing their interactions — an extraordinary, humbling experience that few people in the world ever get to witness.

Days 8 & 9: Kibale National Park - Chimpanzee Trekking

We’ll set off for the journey north toward Kibale National Park, Uganda’s famous destination for encountering wild chimpanzees. Along the way, we’ll stop for lunch and take time for some scenic photo opportunities. The following morning, expert guides will lead us deep into the forest to track a troop of chimpanzees in their natural habitat. You’ll spend around an hour observing these incredible primates up close, with chances to also spot a variety of monkeys and colorful bird species.

Days 10, 11 & 12: Murchison Falls National Park

We’ll travel north toward Murchison Falls National Park, one of Uganda’s most spectacular wildlife areas. Over the next two days, we’ll go on safari drives with the chance to spot lions, elephants, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and more. We’ll also visit the mighty Murchison Falls, the world’s most powerful waterfall, and take a boat trip along the Victoria Nile to encounter crocodiles, hippos, and a dazzling variety of birdlife in their natural river habitat.

Day 13: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary - Kampala

We’ll depart Murchison Falls National Park for the final leg of our journey to Kampala. Along the way, we’ll stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you’ll embark on a unique trek to observe Uganda’s only white rhinos. This sanctuary is home to about 20 critically endangered rhinos and is actively working to reintroduce them into the wild. The trip concludes with a restful evening in Kampala, marking the end of an unforgettable adventure.

Day 14: Departure

You will be transferred from your hotel to Entebbe International Airport in time to make your flight back home.

ACCOMMODATION

Kigali - Heaven Boutique Hotel

Gisenyi - Palm Beach Resort

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

Kibale National Park - Isunga Lodge

Murchison Falls National Park - Twiga Lodge

Kampala - Sheraton Hotel

INCLUDED

Airport transfers

Transportation

Expert guide

Accommodation

Meals and soft drinks

Park entrances and permits

 

NOT INCLUDED

International flights

Visas

Personal medical insurance

Laundry service

Alcoholic beverages

Tips

OUR VALUES

As a responsible tour operator, we respect the natural environment, and the welfare of wildlife will always come first. We abide by guidelines that make sure the animals are not disturbed or impeded by our presence.

RESERVATIONS & PAYMENTS

The reservation is considered formalised with the deposit payment of 30% of the tour price. Final payment must be made 30 days before the departure date of the trip.

We accept the following payment method: Bank transfer

TRAVEL CONTRACT

When the reservation is considered formalised (payment in deposit), we will send a travel contract for you to return signed.

CANCELLATION POLICY

A deposit of 30% of the total cost is applied if the booking is made more than 30 days before the trip. For the bookings made less than 30 days before the trip, the price is charged in full amount.

The following penalties will be applied if the trip is canceled by the traveller:

  • 30 days or more before the trip: Loss of deposit

  • 15-29 days before the trip: 50%* of total trip cost

  • 7-14 days before the trip: 75%* of the total trip cost

  • Less than 7 days before the trip: 100%* of the total trip cost

If the cancellation is made by the company, all payments will be refunded.

*Gorilla and Chimpanzee trekking permits as well as Mount Nyiragongo permits are excluded from the percentages above and are 100%-non-refundable.

FINANCIAL PROTECTION

The payment for this tour is made through Go Discover Africa meaning you have the financial protection of booking through a registered tour operator. Please download our terms and conditions here.

BOOKINGS

Our tour groups are small, allowing for a maximum of 6 participants so space is very limited.

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