Destinations

Uganda & Rwanda

Explore all 10 Uganda national parks and Rwanda's 3 premier parks — two extraordinary countries, one unforgettable journey.

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Uganda —
Pearl of Africa

10 National Parks · East Africa’s Most Biodiverse Destination

Winston Churchill called Uganda the Pearl of Africa — and for good reason. Covering just 241,038 km², Uganda packs more wildlife species per square kilometre than almost anywhere on Earth. Home to half the world’s remaining mountain gorillas, 1,060 bird species, the River Nile, and 10 national parks spanning tropical forest, savanna, wetlands and mountain terrain.

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Nile Expeditions · NW Uganda

Murchison Falls National Park

Uganda’s largest park at 3,893 km², where the mighty Nile forces itself through a 7-metre gorge to create the world’s most powerful waterfall. Spectacular game drives reveal massive elephant herds, Rothschild’s giraffes, lions, leopards, buffaloes and crocodiles. The Nile sunset boat cruise to the Falls base is unmissable. Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary nearby.

3,893 km² Area

World's Strongest Waterfall

Nile Boat Cruise

White Rhino Sanctuary

Rothschild's Giraffe

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Big Five · SW Uganda

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Uganda’s most popular park at 1,978 km², stretching from the Rwenzori foothills to Lake Edward. Famous for the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, massive hippo pods in the Kazinga Channel, large elephant herds, topi and Uganda kob antelopes, leopards and over 600 bird species — making it one of the world’s most biodiverse parks.

Tree-Climbing Lions

600+ Bird Species

Kazinga Channel Cruise

Ishasha Sector

Chimp Tracking Available

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Gorilla Trekking Capital · SW Uganda

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to 400+ mountain gorillas — nearly half of all remaining individuals on Earth. Trek through ancient Afromontane rainforest spanning 331 km² to spend one life-changing hour with a habituated gorilla family. 19 habituated groups across 4 sectors: Buhoma, Ruhija, Rushaga and Nkuringo.

Gorilla Permit: $700

19 Habituated Groups

UNESCO Heritage

Alt: 1,160–2,607m

UNESCO Heritage

Best: Jun–Aug, Dec–Feb

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Rwanda —
Land of a
Thousand Hills

3 National Parks · Africa’s Conservation Success Story

Rwanda has transformed into one of Africa’s most extraordinary travel destinations — remarkably clean, safe and progressive. We seamlessly combine Rwanda with Uganda to create the ultimate East African safari experience, handling all cross-border logistics, permits and accommodation on both sides.

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Ancient Rainforest · SW Rwanda

Nyungwe Forest National Park

One of Africa’s oldest and largest montane rainforests, protecting 1,019 km² of pristine highland forest. Famous for its suspended canopy walkway — 50m above the forest floor — offering extraordinary views over the canopy. Home to 13 primate species including chimpanzees and Angolan colobus monkeys (in troops of 300+), 310 bird species including 29 Albertine Rift endemics, and spectacular tea plantation scenery.

50m Canopy Walkway

310 Bird Species

13 Primate Species

Colobus Troops 300+

29 Albertine Endemics

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Big Five Safari Rwanda · E Rwanda

Akagera National Park

Rwanda’s only savanna park and one of Africa’s greatest rewilding success stories. After years of rehabilitation by African Parks, Akagera now boasts all Big Five — lions and black rhinos were reintroduced in 2015 and 2017 respectively. The park encompasses savannas, lakes, papyrus swamps and forests along the Tanzanian border. Boat safaris on Lake Ihema, night drives and excellent game viewing year-round.

All Big Five Present

Reintroduced Lions & Rhino

Lake Ihema Boat Safari

Night Game Drives

Managed by African Parks

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Gorilla Trekking Rwanda · NW Rwanda

Volcanoes National Park

Home of Dian Fossey’s legendary research and the gorillas she gave her life to protect. The Virunga Volcanoes (Karisimbi 4,507m, Bisoke, Muhabura, Gahinga, Sabyinyo) straddle Rwanda, Uganda and DRC. Rwanda offers 12 habituated gorilla families — a premium, intimate experience with a maximum of 8 visitors per group per day. Golden monkey tracking also available. The Dian Fossey Tomb Trail is deeply moving.

Permit: $1,500 USD

12 Habituated Families

Golden Monkey Tracking

Karisimbi Hike: 4,507m

Dian Fossey Tomb Trail