Boat Cruises in Uganda and Rwanda
Boat cruises in Uganda and Rwanda offer memorable opportunities to enjoy African wildlife, birdwatching, beautiful landscapes and relaxing moments on the water. In Uganda, explore the wildlife-rich Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park and the River Nile in Murchison Falls National Park, or enjoy scenic boat trips on Lake Victoria, Lake Mburo, Lake Bunyonyi and Lake Mutanda. These experiences can include spotting hippos and waterbirds, enjoying spectacular sunsets, discovering local culture and exploring the surrounding landscapes. In Rwanda, Lake Ihema in Akagera National Park offers opportunities to observe aquatic wildlife and waterbirds, while Lake Kivu is ideal for scenic lake excursions and sunset cruises. At Bush Shrike Adventures, we incorporate boat cruises into selected Uganda and Rwanda safari itineraries, combining time on the water with wildlife viewing, birding, cultural experiences and visits to places of historical interest where appropriate. Explore our safari packages below to find an experience that suits your interests and travel plans.
Safaris that can include this experience
Uganda
3-Day Murchison Falls & Rhino Safari
Discover Uganda’s remarkable wildlife on this 3-day safari combining rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary with exciting game drives in Murchison Falls National Park. Explore the…
- Ziwa rhino tracking
- Murchison Falls wildlife drive
Uganda
3-Day Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari
Experience Uganda's wildlife on this 3-Day Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari, featuring exciting game drives across the savannah and a boat cruise along the famous Kazinga…
- Exciting game drives across Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise to see hippos, crocodiles and waterbirds
Rwanda
4-Day Rwanda Gorilla & Lake Kivu Safari
A relaxed Rwanda gorilla safari with a lakeside night on Lake Kivu after the trek.
- Mountain gorilla trekking
- Virunga highland scenery
Uganda
4-Day Uganda Gorilla & Lake Bunyonyi Safari
A balanced short safari combining an active gorilla trek with a calm night around Lake Bunyonyi.
- Bwindi gorilla trek
- Lake Bunyonyi scenery
Uganda
5-Day Gorilla & Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Safari
A compact Uganda safari that combines classic savannah wildlife and the Kazinga Channel with mountain gorilla trekking.
- Savannah game drive
- Kazinga Channel cruise
Rwanda
5-Day Rwanda Gorilla, Golden Monkey & Lake Kivu Safari
A concise Rwanda primate journey pairing Volcanoes National Park gorillas and golden monkeys with time beside Lake Kivu.
- Rwanda gorilla trekking
- Golden monkey tracking