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9 days 8 nights
Daily Tour
25 people
English
Rwanda and Uganda may be next door neighbors, but they couldn’t be more different. Uganda is lively and frenetic, while Rwanda is laidback, modern and serene. We’ll take you there for 9 days and 8 nights to discover the beauty, culture and history of these stunning countries. Your tour will start in Kigali, Rwanda with our Welcome Brunch at the infamous Hotel Milles Collines (the real life Hotel Rwanda). While in Rwanda, you’ll visit the Genocide Museum, an art gallery, a tea plantation, and a milk bar. You’ll also spend time in Nyamirambo, one of Kigali’s oldest and most vibrant neighborhoods. You’ll explore the neighborhood, meet the residents, eat traditional Rwandan food, and be wowed by the colorful street art. After a fun time in Rwanda, next you’ll head to Uganda. The first stop is Jinja, Uganda’s adventure capital and home to the source of the Nile River. You’ll go white water rafting, bungee jumping or quad biking, explore the city, and take a sunset cruise on the Nile. Then you’ll head to Kampala, Uganda’s energetic capital. Along the way you’ll visit waterfalls and a local forest, where you’ll learn about the medicinal properties and local uses of many plants and trees. And you’ll snap iconic pics on the Equator Line. In Kampala you’ll take a city tour and experience its renowned nightlife. Your time in East Africa will end at our Farewell Party, where you’ll celebrate one last time ahead of your departure home. Come join us for a great time in Rwanda and Uganda.
A passport book is required for travel to both Uganda and Rwanda. Your passport must be valid for 6 months after your arrival date and have at least 2 blank pages.
US citizens are required to have tourist visas for both Uganda and Rwanda. Rwanda allows all visitors to obtain a visa on arrival. The cost is $50 USD (single entry) or $70 (multiple entry). Uganda requires travelers to apply for an e-visa online. There are several single and multiple entry types available, ranging in price from $50-$150 USD.
The East African tourist visa (EAV) allows multiple entry into Uganda, Rwanda and Kenya for 90 days and costs $100. The EAV tourist application must be made in the country where your travel will begin. We recommend the EAV for ease and practical reasons. Since our tour begins in Rwanda, you would need to obtain the EAV there.
If you are not a US citizen, check for your country requirements.
Rwanda: The Yellow Fever vaccination is NOT required for visitors UNLESS traveling or transiting from a Yellow Fever endemic or outbreak country.
Uganda: The Yellow Fever vaccine is REQUIRED for all visitors and you must present a Yellow Card as proof of vaccination upon arrival.
The vaccine costs $200-$300 in the US, but may be as cheap as $20 or free in Mexico and Caribbean countries.
Check the CDC Website for more information about required and recommended vaccines and anti-malarial medications:
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/uganda
https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/rwanda
Arrival airport: Kigali International Airport
Airport code: KGL
Departure airport: Entebbe International Airport
Airport code: EBB
Flights are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately by attendees. You can either book your own airfare or we can assist with booking. There are several options:
(1) a multi-city airfare from your home city, arriving in Kigali and departing from Entebbe AND a one-way airfare from Kigali to Entebbe OR
(2) a round trip airfare from your home city to Kigali AND a round trip airfare to/from Kigali and Entebbe
Current airfares are around $950 from New York to Kigali and $200 from Kigali to Entebbe.
Ethiopian Airlines, Delta, Rwandair, United/Brussels Airlines, KLM, and Turkish Airlines appear to have the best routes for this itinerary.
Yes, hotel accommodations for 8 nights are included: 3 nights in Kigali, 1 night in Entebbe, 1 night in Jinja, 3 nights in Kampala. All hotels are 3.5 to 4 star and well-rated for service and quality.
This trip is $2,600 per person for double occupancy and $2,950 for single occupancy. Single occupancy spots are limited.
While we make every effort to match solo attendees seeking roommates, we cannot promise to find one for you. If no roommate is available, you will be required to pay the single occupancy rate.
We suggest that you arrive by 9:00pm on August 16, 2024 in order to get checked in to the hotel and to rest ahead of our Welcome Brunch the following morning. We will have an informal Meet & Greet that evening.
Your tour will officially end following breakfast on August 24, 2025. You should schedule your flight to depart any time after 11:00am.
Yes, airport transfers to/from the hotel are included in the package price. If other attendees are arriving in close time, you will likely be transported together. Ground transportation to all activities on the Itinerary is also included.
Daily breakfast is included. Food will also be provided at the Welcome Brunch, Nyamirambo tour, Sunset Cruise, Farewell Party and some excursions. Other meals are at your expense. Most meals will not exceed $15-20 USD.
Alcoholic beverages are only included for specific activities. Champagne, beer and wine will be included during the Welcome Brunch, Sunset Cruise, and Farewell Party. Other alcoholic drinks are at your expense.
We will spend 3 nights in Rwanda and 5 nights Uganda. In Kigali, we will visit city landmarks and historical sites and experience Rwandan culture and art in the Nyamirambo community. Next, we'll move on to Jinja where we’ll enjoy some adventure activities and a sunset cruise, then on to Kampala for history, culture and nightlife. All entrance and activity fees are included for all excursions on the Itinerary.
Yes, although we have daily guided tours and activities, most evenings will be free for you to relax or explore on your own.
An optional gorilla trekking add-on is available. Contact us for pricing.
Full or partial payment can be made to hold a spot on this trip. If making a partial payment, a non-refundable 10% deposit is required. The deposit is applied towards the total balance due.
Yes, a monthly payment plan is available. Payments are due on the 15th day of each month and all payments must be complete by the final payment deadline of April 30, 2025. All payment plans include a $50 administrative fee.
The trip is non-refundable, but it is transferable. You are permitted to resell your slot to another participant, but Travel Africa Movement is unable to offer a refund. See our Terms and Conditions for more detail.
We recommend staying at the Protea Hotel in Kigali. This hotel has an airport shuttle and runs around $150 per night.
