Encounter Africa safaris organizes Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda. Uganda remains one of the few beautiful, unspoilt and undiscovered yet exciting tourist destination in East Africa and Africa at large. Uganda also is known as the Pearl of Africa and other people prefer calling Uganda as Gifted by nature because of her beautiful national parks which include Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Mgahinga National Park for gorilla trekking and then Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park and Kidepo National Park for boat and game drives. Depending on the time available to you, Encounter Africa safaris can organize for your Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda form 5 up to 21 days or more to cover the best of Uganda tourist destinations.

Why book Uganda gorilla and Big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda

Uganda and Rwanda are two of the most beautiful East African countries where you can enjoy gorilla and big five safaris in an unspoilt environment. Depending on the activities booked for your safari, you may start and end in Kigali or start in Kigali and ends at Entebbe International Airport. Kigali International Airport is closer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and all other Uganda National Park in southwestern Uganda than Entebbe International Airport. It’s therefore sometimes better to start your Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda to reduce the lengthy drives that are likely to be involved when you pass or fly through Entebbe International Airport.

Another reason one should book Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda is that gorilla trekking and all tourist activities in Uganda are more affordable compared to Rwanda. Gorilla permit price in Rwanda is almost triple that of Uganda and many accommodation properties in Rwanda are slightly expensive compared to their counterpart Uganda. While Uganda is not highly advertised and marketed, it has a lot to offer. It’s thus better to fly into Rwanda and enjoy the beauty of Uganda as a tourist destination.

On your Uganda gorilla and big five safari from Kigali Rwanda, you will trek Uganda mountain gorillas, see lions, leopards, buffalos, elephants and so much more in Queen Elizabeth, Murchison Falls, and Kidepo National Park. If interested in White Rhinos, then consider adding Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to your program. Because all the above mentioned, animals are wild, chances of seeing them will depend on your luck of the day.

Sample Uganda gorilla and Big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda.

Encounter Africa safaris organize both Budget and Luxury Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda to visit national Parks like Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for gorilla trekking and then Queen Elizabeth National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Kidepo National Park, Lake Mburo National Park for game drives and boat cruises. For those interested in short safaris, our 5 Day Budget gorilla and game safaris from Kigali Rwanda. Those with extra funds to spend, you may enjoy our 5 Day Luxury Uganda gorilla and game safaris from Kigali Rwanda or include more days by booking on our 8 Day gorilla, chimps and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda. For more details about our Luxury Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda, please click here for details.

Included in our Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda

When you book our Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda, we make sure that we check availability of all services, reserve, book and confirm all services for your holiday. When Encounter Africa safaris is contacted, we will assign you one of our well-trained safari designer who will guide you and provide relevant information needed to assist with your planning. Normally all our Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda include, accommodation in selected lodges, park entry fees to all mentioned national park, game drives where applicable, boat cruises where applicable, gorilla and chimpanzee permits (must be booked in advance). Services of an English speaking local driver guide, Transport in 4×4 Safari vans (Budget) and 4×4 Land Cruisers for (Luxury Safaris), and drinking water in the vehicle.

Excluded in our Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda.

There items that we do not include in our Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda and we expect you to book them yourself. We can however provide practical advice if needed. Excluded in our Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda is your International flights. Encounter Africa safaris encourage our clients to book flights from their home country to Uganda or Rwanda. We also do not include the cost of Visa. Those who intend to visit Uganda through Rwanda are advised to book separate visas or the popular East African tourist visa which allows you to visit three countries of Uganda, Rwanda and Kenya. This East African tourist visa can be acquired on arrival in any of the above countries. For more information about the East Africa tourist visa, contact us. Excluded as well are personal expenses such as alcoholic drinks, tips and so much more. Kindly inquire about our guidelines on tipping guides and waiters.

When to book Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda

Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda can be booked all round the year but drier months of June, July, August, Sept, December, January and February are most preferred. Encounter Africa safaris offer low season Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda in April, May and November of every year. Please visit our websites for details about our Low season Uganda safaris from Kigali Rwanda. The fact that our Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda include gorilla trekking, gorilla and chimp permits should be booked in advance and early enough because Bwindi and Mgahinga gorilla permits sell out quickly and one needs to book them at least 4-5 months in advance.

Why book Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda with Encounter Africa safaris

Encounter Africa safaris has been around for quite some time, specializing and operating in two destinations of Uganda and Rwanda. We have overtime mastered these two destinations in terms of what they offer. When contacted therefore, you will benefit from our vast knowledge about the two destinations to prepare very well. Encounter Africa safaris employs a team of young and motivated team of office and field staff who will handle all your inquires to your satisfaction. As a global standard, Encounter Africa safaris is highly recommended and reviewed on Trip advisor and Safari bookings. You too can be part of our success story by signing up on any of our Uganda gorilla and big five safaris from Kigali Rwanda.