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Safari to the Pearl of East Africa

Join JoyBound Adventures for our inaugural trip!

Destination

Uganda & Rwanda

Dates

Dec 22–Jan 3, 2027

Price

$4500.00

per person based upon double occupancy

Group size

8-12 travellers

Difficulty level

Easy

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Embark on a 9‑day journey through Uganda and Rwanda, coming face‑to‑face with Africa’s most iconic wildlife and the communities working to protect it. Track rhinos on foot, cruise the Nile, search for tree‑climbing lions, and trek deep into rainforest to meet chimpanzees and endangered mountain gorillas, all while staying in ecolodges that uplift local people and conservation efforts.

Wildlife diversity, cultural connection, and purposeful travel at its finest.

Availability is limited for this trip. By keeping our tour groups small, travelers are provided an intimate, flexible, and immersive travel experience with specialized, local guides and access to unique, off-the-beaten-path locations.

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Highlights

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and conservation program

Four National Parks: Murchison Falls, Kibali Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Savannah game drives (elephants, giraffes, buffalo, lions, antelope, hyenas, and civets)

Nile River cruises (hippos, crocodiles, elephants, water buffalo, birdlife, and waterfalls)

Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest

Bigodi Wetland walk with rich birdlife and primates

Tree‑climbing lions in the Ishasha Sector

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Cultural immersion with Ride 4 a Woman

Scenic transfer through Rwanda for departure in Kigali

What's Included

Included

  • 8 nights of eco-friendly, locally owned accommodations
  • All daily meals (local & seasonal)
  • Private 4x4 safari vehicle & professional guide
  • All park entry fees and cultural activity costs
  • Gorilla and Chimpanzee trekking permits
  • Nile boat cruises (Falls & Delta)
  • Game drives and wildlife tracking
  • Small, curated group provides intimate, flexible, immersive travel
  • Airport pickup (Entebbe) & drop‑off (Kigali)
  • In-country logistics and expertise by Africa Sustainable Journeys

Not Included

  • Alcohol purchases at meals
  • Flights to/from Entebbe & Kigali airports
How It Works
1

Contact us

We will share the complete itinerary and next steps to confirm your spot.

2

Reserve your spot

Pay your deposit to reserve your spot. Final payment is due 60 days prior to trip.

3

Review the Welcome Packet

We share everything you need to know: detailed schedules, packing list recommendations, and more.

4

Book your travel

We recommend that you book your flights at least 2 months prior to the trip.

5

Join our trip kick-off call!

A virtual call to answer your questions and introduce our partner, Africa Sustainable Journeys.

6

Get packed & join us

Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and be JoyBound

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