7 Day Best of Uganda Wildlife Safari with Gorilla Experience
This 7 Day Best of Uganda Wildlife Safari with Gorilla Experience takes you through Murchison Falls National Park, where you’ll visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, enjoy game drives, and take a boat ride on the Nile. In Kibale Forest National Park, you'll trek chimpanzees before heading to Queen Elizabeth National Park for a boat ride on Kazinga Channel and a search for tree-climbing lions in Ishasha. The highlight is gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, followed by relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi before returning to Entebbe via the equator. Let me know if you'd like refinements.
Wildlife lovers will find endless excitement in the 7 Day Best of Uganda Wildlife Safari with Gorilla Experience, showcasing Uganda’s natural wonders. Start with Murchison Falls National Park, where a game drive and a Nile boat safari bring you up close to elephants, lions, and buffalos. Trek chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, sail along Kazinga Channel, and search for tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth’s Ishasha sector. The highlight of Gorilla trekking in Bwindi, an awe-inspiring wildlife moment followed by relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe, Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Day 2: Early Game Drive and Boat Ride on the Nile to the Bottom of the Falls
Day 3: Top of the falls and Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Day 4: Chimps Trekking in Kibale and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 5: Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha for Tree Climbing Lions
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Day 7: Transfer from Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe for departure
Price Includes:
- Gorilla tracking permit
- Chimpanzee permits
- Park fees for all locations visited
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary
- Ground transport in custom 4x4 safari vehicle
- Bottled water during all transfers and game drives
- Full board accommodation as specified in the itinerary
- Services of a professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Driver allowances and park entry fees
Price Excludes:
- Uganda Visa (available online or on arrival)
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses and gratuities
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
- Laundry services
- Travel and medical insurance
- Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
- Tips for staff and guides
Itinary in details
- Day1Arrival at Entebbe, Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Begin your Wildlife safari with a road trip from Entebbe or Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s top savannah game reserve. Wildlife safari includes a detour to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where endangered white rhinos are protected. Spending an hour with these peaceful animals sets the tone for an exciting experience exploring Uganda’s diverse wildlife.
- Day2Early Game Drive and Boat Ride on the Nile to the Bottom of the Falls
Wildlife safari continues with an early morning game drive, beginning at 6:30 AM, offering the chance to spot lions, elephants, buffalos, Uganda kobs, warthogs, and giraffes among many others. Wildlife safari also introduces you to the park’s colorful bird species inhabiting the vast savannah. After lunch at the lodge, you’ll take a boat ride on the Nile, witnessing animals quenching their thirst while enjoying scenic views at the base of Murchison Falls.
- Day3Top of the falls and Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Hike to the top of falls, Wildlife safari takes you to the top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile forcefully squeezes through a narrow gorge before plunging down, creating a dramatic spectacle. After soaking in the views, you'll start the southward journey to Kibale Forest National Park, stopping for lunch en route. Wildlife safari ensures you experience Uganda’s diverse landscapes before arriving at the lodge for check-in and rest. Depending on your arrival time, you can choose a community walk or explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for its primates and rich birdlife.
- Day4Chimps Trekking in Kibale and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
The Wildlife safari brings you to Kanyachu Park Headquarters for a morning chimp trekking briefing, where a ranger guide will lead you into Kibale Forest in search of chimpanzees. Wildlife safari offers an hour with the primates, with sightings of vervet, red-tailed, and blue monkeys, along with vibrant bird species. After the trek, you’ll transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, where an afternoon boat ride on Kazinga Channel awaits, before settling in at the lodge for the night.
- Day5Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha for Tree Climbing Lions
Best of Wildlife safari takes you through Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, searching for tree-climbing lions a rare sight in Uganda. Wildlife safari also provides opportunities to see elephants, buffalos, leopards, and other wildlife on the way to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you’ll check into the lodge for dinner and rest before gorilla trekking.
- Day6Gorilla Trekking and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Visit gorillas, Wildlife safari reaches a highlight with gorilla trekking, starting with a briefing at Bwindi’s park headquarters. Wildlife safari offers a chance to see gorillas in their natural habitat while also spotting colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, and numerous bird species. After an hour with the gorillas, you’ll return to the lodge for lunch before heading to Lake Bunyonyi, a perfect spot for relaxation.
- Day7Transfer from Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe for departure
Wildlife safari concludes with breakfast at the lodge before starting the return trip to Entebbe, with a stopover in Mbarara for lunch. Wildlife safari also includes a visit to the equator at Kayabwe, where travelers can shop for souvenirs before heading to the airport or an optional overnight stay in Entebbe.