This action-packed safari is designed for adventure seekers who want to experience Uganda’s rich wildlife within a short time. With gorilla and chimpanzee trekking as the main highlights, you will also enjoy game drives, a boat safari, rhino tracking, and a search for the famous tree-climbing lions.
✅ Start: Entebbe (Day 1)
✅ Day 1-2: Murchison Falls National Park
✅ Day 3-4: Kibale National Park (Chimpanzee Trekking)
✅ Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park
✅ Day 6: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorilla Trekking)
✅ Day 7: Lake Bunyonyi (Relax & Scenic Views)
✅ End: Entebbe (Day 8)
Mid-range tour: Comfortable lodges included.
Shared tour: Travel with a group of up to 7 people.
Fixed itinerary: The tour cannot be customized.
Single travelers welcome: Solo travelers can join a group.
Minimum age: 18 years
✅ Activities Included:
Game drives
Gorilla trekking
Chimpanzee trekking
Boat cruises
Rhino tracking
Optional community/cultural tour
Pop-up roof 4×4 vehicle for game drives & transfers
Airport pick-up & drop-off
Day 1-2: Pakuba Safari Lodge (Murchison Falls NP)
Day 3: Turaco Treetops Lodge (Kibale NP – Chimps)
Day 4-5: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge (Queen Elizabeth NP)
Day 6: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge (Bwindi NP – Gorillas)
Day 7: Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi
All meals included throughout the tour.
Your adventure begins with a scenic drive to Murchison Falls National Park, one of Uganda’s most beloved wildlife destinations. Along the way, you will experience an exciting walking safari to track rhinos and witness the powerful Murchison Falls.
Depart from Entebbe/Kampala early in the morning.
Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a walking safari to track White Rhinos.
Spend about 1 hour observing these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
Enjoy lunch en route before proceeding to Murchison Falls National Park.
On arrival, drive to the top of the falls, where the Nile River forces itself through a narrow 7-meter gorge before dropping 45 meters below.
Take in the breathtaking views and feel the power of the world’s most powerful waterfall.
You may opt for a guided walk to the bottom of the falls for an even closer experience.
After an exciting day of wildlife encounters, head to Pakuba Safari Lodge, a comfortable mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP.
Relax and enjoy the savannah sunset.
Dinner will be served at the lodge.
Early morning departure (around 6:30 AM) for a game drive.
Drive through the Buligi game tracks, one of the best spots for wildlife viewing.
💡 Tip: Early morning game drives have the best chance of spotting predators like lions and leopards hunting before sunrise!
After lunch, embark on a 3-hour boat cruise along the Victoria Nile.
Wildlife you may spot along the riverbanks:
✅ Hippos 🦛 | Crocodiles 🐊 | Elephants 🐘 | Buffalos 🐃
✅ Various water birds (kingfishers, fish eagles, herons)
Cruise all the way to the bottom of Murchison Falls, where The African Queen movie (1951) was filmed.
The rainbow over the falls makes for stunning photo opportunities! 📸
If you’re still hungry for more adventure, go for an evening game drive.
Alternatively, unwind at Pakuba Safari Lodge, enjoying the sunset over the savannah. 🌞🍷
Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP.
Offers incredible views of the savannah and occasional wildlife sightings near the lodge.
Today, you leave the savannah landscapes of Murchison Falls National Park and head to the lush tropical jungle of Kibale Forest National Park – home to over 1,500 chimpanzees and 12 other primate species.
Start your scenic drive southward through stunning landscapes.
Pass through Hoima and Fort Portal, the gateway to Uganda’s crater lakes region.
Lunch stop en route at a local restaurant.
Spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing at the lodge or take an optional community walk to explore the local culture.
Early breakfast at Turaco Treetops Lodge.
Drive to Kanyanchu Visitor Center for a chimp trekking briefing.
Join a small group and set off with a park ranger into the dense tropical rainforest.
Track the habituated chimpanzees, watching them interact, feed, and play in their natural habitat.
Time with chimps: 1 hour (Total trek: ~3 hours).
After lunch, drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP) (~2-3 hrs).
Enjoy breathtaking views of crater lakes, tea plantations, and the Rwenzori Mountains.
Wildlife sightings along the way: elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes.
A beautiful mid-range lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP, offering great views. 🌅🏡
Relax, enjoy dinner, and prepare for tomorrow’s game drive and boat safari!
Prepare for an action-packed day with early morning and evening game drives, plus an exciting boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel!
Keep an eye out for hyenas, warthogs, hippos, and Uganda kobs
Look out for hyenas and nocturnal animals under the golden African sunset
Today’s journey is both thrilling and scenic, taking you through Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you’ll search for the legendary Tree-Climbing Lions 🦁🌳 before arriving in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to mountain gorillas!
Early departure after breakfast
Drive through Ishasha Sector, famous for tree-climbing lions—a rare sight found in only a few places in Africa! 🦁🌳
Look out for buffalos, elephants, topis, and leopards along the way
Continue your journey towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to over half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas 🦍✨
Check into your lodge for dinner and relaxation, preparing for tomorrow’s epic gorilla trek!
Mid-range lodge just outside Rushaga Sector, Bwindi NP
Offers comfortable rooms with breathtaking views of the forest 🌲
Today is the highlight of your safari—Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest! 🌿🦍 After this once-in-a-lifetime experience, you’ll head to the serene Lake Bunyonyi for a well-deserved break.
Early breakfast and transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing at 7:30 AM
Get assigned to a gorilla family and head into the dense jungle, led by an expert ranger
Trekking duration: 1 to 6 hours, depending on the gorilla family’s location
Once you find them, enjoy one magical hour in their presence—watch, learn, and take photos (without flash) 📸
Packing essentials:
✅ Rain gear (Bwindi is a tropical rainforest) 🌧️
✅ Sturdy hiking boots 🥾
✅ Drinking water & packed lunch 🍱
✅ Porter available for hire at $15 (optional, but recommended for assistance on steep/slippery trails)
Tomorrow: Return to Entebbe, with stopovers at the Equator for souvenirs! 🎁
After an incredible 8-day adventure, today marks the end of your Ugandan safari. You’ll embark on a scenic drive back to Entebbe, passing through breathtaking landscapes and making some memorable stops along the way.
After an early breakfast, depart from Lake Bunyonyi
Enjoy the stunning countryside views as you drive back towards Entebbe (approx. 7–9 hours drive)
Cross the Equator at Kayabwe—a perfect spot for photos & souvenir shopping 📸🎁
Learn about the Coriolis effect and how water swirls differently in different hemispheres
Enjoy a delicious meal before the final leg of your journey
Arrive in Entebbe Town and head straight to Entebbe International Airport
Say farewell to the Pearl of Africa 🇺🇬✨
If you have a late flight, you can explore Entebbe Botanical Gardens or visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre at an extra cost
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