Experience Uganda’s most iconic wildlife encounters on one unforgettable journey.
This 10-Day Uganda Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari combines the very best of Uganda’s wildlife, landscapes, culture, and adventure into one extraordinary expedition. From the thunderous Murchison Falls to the tree-climbing lions of Ishasha and the unforgettable gorilla encounter in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, every day delivers a new and thrilling experience.
Imagine standing face-to-face with a family of endangered mountain gorillas deep within the misty jungles of Bwindi. Hear the calls of wild chimpanzees echoing through ancient rainforests. Cruise along the legendary Nile River surrounded by hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and breathtaking scenery. You will witness lions, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, rhinos, and countless other wildlife species in their natural habitat.
Safari Highlights
- Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest National Park
- Rhino Tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Multiple Big Game Safari Drives
- Boat Cruise on the River Nile
- Boat Safari on the Kazinga Channel
- Visit to the World’s Most Powerful Waterfall – Murchison Falls
- Tree-Climbing Lions of Ishasha
- Lake Mburo Walking, Cycling & Horseback Safaris
- Stunning Landscapes, Crater Lakes & Cultural Experiences
Detailed Safari Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Uganda – Welcome to the Pearl of Africa
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to your selected hotel in Entebbe or Kampala.Relax, refresh, and prepare for the adventure of a lifetime.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation Options
Budget: Pineapple Guesthouse /Via Via Guest House
Mid-Range:Papyrus Guesthouse /Malakai Eco Lodge
Luxury: Hotel No.5 /Latitude 0° Hotel
Day 2: Murchison Falls National Park & Rhino Tracking
Your adventure begins after breakfast where your safari guide will meet you in the morning and give you a short briefing about the whole tour then embark on a scenic journey to Uganda’s largest and most celebrated wildlife reserve-Murchison Falls National Park.
You will enroute, enjoy an optional but highly recommended rhino tracking experience at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where wild rhinos can be tracked on foot.
Then you will continue to Murchison Falls and visit the famous Top of the Falls viewpoint, where the mighty River Nile explodes through a narrow 6-meter gorge before plunging dramatically below. This is a truly spectacular and heart-warming sight.
Meal plan : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Big Game Safari & Nile Boat Cruise
Rise early for an exhilarating game drive across the vast savannah plains of Murchison Falls National Park. The intention is that you see the bottom of the Murchison Falls. Here the Nile river is forced into a narrow gorge and forms the loud Murchison falls. This is the
world’s most powerful falls. After breakfast, you will start a game drive in search for lions, leopards, elephants, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes ,hyenas, Uganda Kobs and numerous antelope species water birds and so much. You will spend the morning exploring the Buligi track, Albert track, Queen’s track.
In the afternoon, you will embark on a memorable boat safari along the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls.This wildlife-rich cruise offers exceptional opportunities to see:hippos,Nile crocodiles,elephants,buffaloes,waterbirds and african fish eagles and at last witness the world’s most powerful waterfall from below.
Meal Plan : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Journey to Kibale Forest – The Primate Capital of the World
After breakfast, you will travel through Uganda’s scenic countryside toward Kibale Forest National Park which is known as the Primate Capital of the World, Kibale forest hosts 13 primate species, including: chimpanzees, red colobus Monkeys, L’Hoest’s Monkeys, blue monkeys,olive baboons, bush babies, nocturnal portal and so on.You will arrive at your lodge and enjoy a relaxing evening surrounded by tropical rainforest. You have an option to do thw Bigodi Wetland Nature Walk.
Meal plan : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Budget – Kibale Forest Camp/Kibale Guest Cottages
Midrange – Chimpanzee Forest Lodge/Isunga Lodge
Luxury- Primate Lodge/ Chimpundu Lodge
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
This day delivers one of Africa’s most exciting wildlife encounters. You will wake up early for breakfast and then travel to Kyanyanchu Park headquarters to get a briefing by expert rangers, enter Kibale Forest in search of wild chimpanzees. You will spend one magical hour observing our closest relatives in their natural environment and watch them feed, communicate, play and groom each other Later, continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, passing through stunning Kasenda crater lakes and the magnificent Rwenzori Mountains and finally arrive at your lodge and relax.
Meal plans : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Budget – Pumba Safari Lodge/ Marafiki Safari Lodge
Midrange –Buffalo Safari Lodge/The Bush Lodge
Luxury-Mweya Safari Lodge/ Katara Lodge
Day 6: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Safari & Kazinga Channel Cruise
You will wake up for early breakfast and then enjoy an early morning game drive across Uganda’s most diverse savannah ecosystem to search for the early risers where you expect encounters with Elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, Uganda kobs, warthogs, waterbucks. This area is a mating ground for kobs and therefore a good area to spot the African savanna lions.
After lunch, you will embark on an unforgettable boat safari along the Kazinga Channel renowned for having one of the highest concentrations of hippos in Africa; the channel is a paradise for wildlife and bird lovers. Expect to see hippos,crocodiles,elephants, buffaloes,pelicans, kingfishers, african Fish Eagles and so on
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7: Tree-Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
You will journey through the famous Ishasha Sector, home to Africa’s legendary tree-climbing lions. Here you will witness these extraordinary predators resting in giant fig trees, a rare behavior found in only a few places on planet earth, so you will get to know why these cats tend to climb fig trees. Then continue to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, the sanctuary of nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Other animals to see on this game drive include elephants, buffaloes, kobs, topi and also waterbucks and so on. Then you will relax and prepare for tomorrow’s unforgettable encounter.
Meal plan : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Budget – Ruhija Rest Camp/Broadbill Forest Camp
Midrange – Bakiga Lodge/Gorilla Mist Camp
Luxury- Gorilla Leisure Lodge/ Bweza Gorilla Lodge
Day 8: Gorilla Trekking – The Ultimate Wildlife Experience
This is the moment you have been waiting for. After an early breakfast, you will move to park headquarters for briefing after which you will venture deep into Wendi’s ancient rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. The trek can take between 1 and 6 hours depending on the gorillas’ location. Then it happens! You come face-to-face with the mountain Gorillas, one of the world’s most powerful and muscular primate yet endangered majestic creatures on earth. You will observe silverbacks, mothers with infants, juveniles at play and family interactions. Here you will spend a full hour with these gentle giants.
Many travellers describe this as the most powerful wildlife encounter of their lives.
Your optional afternoon activities include:-Batwa cultural experience, community walk or relaxation at the lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9: Lake Mburo National Park Adventure
After breakfast, travel to the beautiful Lake Mburo National Park famous for large zebra populations, impalas, elands, buffaloes, giraffes, waterbucks. Because large predators are limited, Lake Mburo offers unique safari activities unavailable in most African parks. Other optional adventures at your disposal include: walking safaris, horseback safaris, cycling safaris an exciting and refreshing way to end your safari.
Meal plan : Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 10: Final Game Drive & Departure
Enjoy one final morning game drive before beginning your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe. You will have a stopover at the Equator for photographs, souvenir shopping, and lunch. Arrive in Entebbe later in the day for your onward flight or post-safari arrangements.
Meal plan : Breakfast & Lunch
Accommodation: Not Included
What is Included Iin the package
- Airport Transfers
- All Accommodation
- All Meals During Safari
- Professional English-Speaking Safari Guide
- 4×4 luxury Safari Land Cruiser
- All Park Entrance Fees
- All Game Drives
- Top of the Falls Visit
- Rhino Tracking Permit
- Gorilla Permit (Value USD 800 per person)
- Chimpanzee Permit (Value USD 250 per person)
- Boat Cruise on the Nile River
- Boat Safari on Kazinga Channel
- Bottled Drinking Water Throughout Safari
Exclusions
- International flights
- Uganda visa fees
- Tips & gratuities optional activities
- Porter fees during gorilla & chimpanzee trekking
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
Recommended Packing List
- Waterproof Jacket
- Waterproof Trousers
- Comfortable Hiking Boots
- Sun Hat
- Sunglasses
- Insect Repellent
- Sunscreen
- Binoculars
- Camera
- Personal Medication
- Day Backpack
Why Book This Safari?
This safari is designed for travellers who want the complete Uganda experience in one seamless journey. It combines Uganda’s greatest wildlife spectacles, stunning landscapes, luxury accommodations, and unforgettable primate encounters into a world-class African safari adventure.
From tracking rhinos on foot and cruising the Nile to standing mere meters away from mountain gorillas, this is not just a safari; it is a once-in-a-lifetime expedition into the heart of wild Africa.
Limited Gorilla Permits Available
Secure your place today and experience the very best of Uganda’s wildlife, culture, and natural beauty.