Uganda · Safari

6-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari with Gorillas, Chimps and Kazinga Cruise

6 Days Round trip from Uganda Easy pace

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park And Queen Elizabeth National Park

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Track mountain gorillas in the dense rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
02 Enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel with hippos, crocodiles, and rich birdlife
03 Look out for tree-climbing lions, elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes on game drives
04 Visit the Batwa community to learn about their culture and traditions
05 Explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary on a guided nature walk among birds, monkeys, and butterflies

Embark on a 6-day wildlife adventure in Uganda, where you will encounter majestic mountain gorillas, witness tree-climbing lions, and explore the diverse ecosystems of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Kibale Forest National Park. From thrilling game drives to a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, this journey offers unforgettable encounters with Africa's iconic wildlife. The experience is enriched by a cultural visit to the Batwa community and a guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.

Enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel to see hippos, crocodiles, and bird species.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival and Scenic Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

After breakfast, begin a scenic 8-9 hour drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.
Stop at the Equator for photographs and a brief experience of standing in two hemispheres.
Continue the journey with a lunch stop en route.
Arrive in the evening, check in at the lodge, enjoy dinner, and rest overnight.

Day 02

Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Visit in Bwindi

Attend a morning briefing before entering the forest for gorilla trekking.
Trek through dense vegetation in search of mountain gorillas with expert guides.
Spend up to one hour observing the gorilla family once located.
Return to the lodge for relaxation.
Visit the Batwa community to learn about their culture and traditions.

Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 03

Journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Ishasha

After breakfast, check out and drive towards Queen Elizabeth National Park via the Ishasha sector.
Look out for tree-climbing lions along the way.
Enjoy lunch en route.
Proceed for an afternoon game drive to spot elephants, antelopes, and warthogs.
Arrive at the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 04

Morning Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Set out on an early morning game drive for more wildlife sightings.
Return for breakfast and relaxation.
Enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel to see hippos, crocodiles, and bird species.
Have lunch and relax at the lodge.
Begin the transfer towards Kibale Forest National Park for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 05

Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Wetland Nature Walk

After breakfast, head to Kibale Forest for chimpanzee tracking following a briefing.
Track chimpanzees and observe other primates in the forest.
Enjoy a guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.
Spot birds, monkeys, and butterflies.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 06