This 10-day safari combines Uganda’s primates, wildlife, and scenic landscapes into one unforgettable adventure. You’ll trek gorillas in Bwindi, track chimpanzees in Kibale, explore Queen Elizabeth National Park, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, and experience Uganda’s stunning countryside. Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and nature lovers.
Safari Highlights
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park
Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Boat cruise on Kazinga Channel to view hippos, crocodiles, and birds
Scenic drives through Uganda’s rolling hills and crater lakes
Optional cultural visits to Batwa communities
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Lake Mburo or Fort Portal
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and meet your guide. Drive towards Lake Mburo National Park or Fort Portal, with scenic photo stops along the way. Overnight at your lodge.
Accommodation: Lodge near Fort Portal or Lake Mburo
Day 2: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, drive to Kibale Forest, the primate capital of Uganda. Afternoon walk at Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for birding and primate spotting.
Accommodation: Lodge near Kibale
Day 3: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale
Morning chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest. You may also see red-tailed monkeys, black-and-white colobus monkeys, and a variety of forest birds. Afternoon visit to local communities or optional nature walk.
Accommodation: Same lodge near Kibale
Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park (Ishasha Sector)
Drive to Queen Elizabeth NP, passing scenic crater lakes. Afternoon game drive in Ishasha, famous for tree-climbing lions.
Accommodation: Lodge in Queen Elizabeth NP
Day 5: Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Morning game drive in Kasenyi Plains to spot elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and lions. Afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga Channel to view hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife.
Accommodation: Same lodge in Queen Elizabeth NP
Day 6: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. En route, stop at viewpoints and enjoy Uganda’s rolling hills. Check into your lodge and relax.
Accommodation: Lodge near Bwindi
Day 7: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi (Buhoma or Ruhija Sector)
Early morning briefing at the park headquarters followed by gorilla trekking. Trek can take 2–6 hours depending on gorilla location. Spend one hour observing and photographing these gentle giants. Evening relaxation at the lodge.
Accommodation: Same lodge near Bwindi
Day 8: Optional Gorilla Habituation or Birding in Bwindi
Optional second gorilla trekking experience or spend the day birding and hiking in Bwindi. Target Albertine Rift endemics like Grauer’s Broadbill, Regal Sunbird, and Rwenzori Turaco.
Accommodation: Same lodge near Bwindi
Day 9: Transfer Back to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Drive back to Queen Elizabeth NP for an afternoon game drive or optional nature walk in the Kyambura Gorge, home to habituated chimpanzees.
Accommodation: Lodge in Queen Elizabeth NP
Day 10: Return to Entebbe/Kampala – Departure
After breakfast, drive back to Entebbe/Kampala, stopping en route for lunch and souvenir shopping. Drop-off at the airport or your hotel marks the end of your safari.
Safari Inclusions
Gorilla trekking permit ($800 per person)
Chimpanzee trekking permit
Accommodation and meals as per itinerary
Transport in 4×4 safari vehicle with fuel
Professional English-speaking driver/guide
Park entry fees & game drives
Boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
Bottled drinking water