8 Days Uganda Vacation with Gorillas and All Wildlife Safari
Our 8-day Uganda Vacation with Gorillas and All Wildlife Safari starts from either Entebbe Airport or your hotel. Transfer to the edge of Kibale Forest National Park. Expect the Bigodi wetlands excursion and then we head to Queen Elizabeth NP where you will enjoy the big game safari and a boat trip along the Kazinga Channel. Proceed to Bwindi for the ultimate gorilla trekking experience. Visit the breathtaking Lake Bunyonyi and then, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park. Enjoy an afternoon-evening game viewing and the morning nature walk. Return to Entebbe.
Your Uganda Vacation takes you through pristine rainforests, across sprawling savannahs, and along scenic crater lakes, offering opportunities to witness tree-climbing lions, hippos, and hundreds of bird species. This comprehensive exploration reveals Uganda's stunning natural beauty while providing comfortable accommodations in carefully selected lodges and camps. From the mist-shrouded forests of Bwindi to the tranquil shores of Lake Bunyonyi, each destination offers its own unique charm and wildlife experiences.
The journey encompasses Uganda's premier wildlife destinations, combining thrilling game drives, boat safaris, and walking adventures in Lake Mburo National Park. Each day brings discoveries, from tracking endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat to cruising along the wildlife-rich Kazinga Channel. This Uganda Vacation provides a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation, creating lasting memories of East Africa's natural wonders.
Tour highlights
Day 1: Arrival and transfer to Kibale Forest National Park (300 km, 5-6 hours)
Day 2: Bigodi Wetlands exploration and Queen Elizabeth National Park game drive
Day 3: Morning game drive and afternoon Kazinga Channel boat cruise
Day 4: Tree-climbing lions in Ishasha and transfer to Bwindi
Day 5: Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Day 6: Lake Bunyonyi canoe experience and island exploration
Day 7: Lake Mburo National Park wildlife viewing
Day 8: Morning walking safari and return to Entebbe
Price Includes:
- Gorilla tracking permit
- All mentioned activities (excluding optional excursions)
- Ground transport in 4WD custom vehicle
- Bottled water during safari
- Full board accommodation
- English-speaking driver-guide services
- Driver allowances
Price Excludes:
- Ugandan Visa
- International and internal flights
- Personal expenses
- Optional Activities
- Laundry services
- Tips and gratuities
- Life insurance
- Additional beverages
Itinary in details
- DayDay 1Arrival and Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Your Uganda Vacation begins with a warm welcome at Entebbe International Airport or your hotel. The journey to Kibale Forest National Park covers approximately 300 kilometers through Uganda's scenic countryside, taking 5-6 hours. During your Uganda Vacation transfer, you'll pass through traditional villages and tea plantations, catching glimpses of local life. Your Uganda Vacation's first day concludes at your accommodation near Kibale Forest, with an optional crater lakes excursion available (an additional $15 per person).
- DayDay 2Bigodi Wetlands Excursion and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Your Uganda Vacation continues with an early morning visit to the remarkable Bigodi Wetlands, located in the Magombe swamp area just 8 kilometers from Kibale Forest. This segment of your Uganda Vacation showcases impressive biodiversity, including rare primates and over 200 bird species. After the wetland’s exploration, your Uganda Vacation journey continues with a two-hour drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in time for an evening game drive across the sprawling savannah plains.
- DayDay 3Morning game drive and afternoon Kazinga Channel boat cruise
Dawn breaks over your Uganda Vacation with an early morning game drive through the Kasenyi plains, known for its prolific wildlife. The morning portion of your Uganda Vacation offers excellent opportunities to spot lions, elephants, and buffalo in their natural habitat. Your Uganda Vacation experience is enriched in the afternoon with a two-hour boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you'll encounter hippos, crocodiles, and numerous water birds.
- DayDay 4Tree-climbing lions in Ishasha and transfer to Bwindi
Your Uganda Vacation adventure takes you to the famous Ishasha sector, renowned for its tree-climbing lions. During this portion of your Uganda Vacation, you'll spend approximately three hours searching for these unique predators in the fig trees. The final leg of today's Uganda Vacation involves a scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, covering about 157 kilometers (4 hours), with optional evening cultural activities available.
- DayDay 5Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
The highlight of your Uganda Vacation begins with an early morning briefing at the park headquarters before entering Bwindi's mystical forest. This pivotal day of your Uganda Vacation involves trekking through dense vegetation to spend an hour with magnificent mountain gorillas. Your Uganda Vacation experience today could last between 2-8 hours depending on gorilla movement, making it both challenging and incredibly rewarding.
- DayDay 6Lake Bunyonyi canoe experience and island exploration
Today's Uganda Vacation takes you to the stunning Lake Bunyonyi, Africa's second-deepest lake, located 25 kilometers from Kabale town. Your Uganda Vacation includes a peaceful canoe trek exploring some of the lake's 29 islands, each with unique stories and characteristics. The afternoon of your Uganda Vacation offers spectacular views of terraced hillsides and islands from your accommodation's vantage point.
- DayDay 7Lake Mburo National Park wildlife viewing
Your Uganda Vacation continues with a journey to Lake Mburo National Park, approximately 250 kilometers from Lake Bunyonyi. This phase of your Uganda Vacation introduces you to Uganda's smallest savannah national park, rich in wildlife including zebras, giraffes, and various antelope species. Your Uganda Vacation Day concludes with an evening game drive and optional night safari (an additional $30 per person).
- DayDay 8Morning walking safari and return to Entebbe
The final day of your Uganda Vacation begins with a guided walking safari through Lake Mburo National Park, offering intimate wildlife encounters. This morning segment of your Uganda Vacation provides unique perspectives of the park's nine lakes and abundant wildlife. Your memorable Uganda Vacation concludes with a 240-kilometer drive back to Entebbe (approximately 5 hours) for your evening flight (after 17:30).