Safari to the Pearl of East Africa

Join JoyBound Adventures for our inaugural trip!

June 3 - 11, 2026

$4,500.00 (based upon double occupancy)

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.

Image of Murchison Falls, a huge waterfall in the Nile River.

    • 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

    • 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

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

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

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

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

    Join our trip kick-off call!
    A virtual call to answer your questions and introduce our partner, Africa Sustainable Journeys.

    Get packed & join us
    Now all that's left to do is pack your bags and be JoyBound

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Shoebill Stork (Balaeniceps rex) are an endemic species, specifically native to the freshwater swamps and wetlands of Central and East Africa.
Nile River cruise in Murchison Falls
Uganda’s tree-climbing lions are a rare phenomenon, found primarily in the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. While most lions roam the ground, these big cats lounge in fig and acacia trees, especially during hot afternoons. Their unusu
Hippopotamus spotted on a Nile River cruise in Murchison Falls Park
Giraffes viewed on a wild game drive.
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