Uganda · Safari

6-Day Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth Safari with Gorilla Trekking

6 Days Round trip from Kampala Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Thrilling trekking experience and gorilla sightings
  • 02 Explore the biodiversity of Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • 03 Look out for tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector
  • 04 Trek through dense forest in search of mountain gorillas
  • 05 See chimpanzees in Kyambura Gorge

Head to Uganda's primary mountain gorilla reserve to observe these majestic creatures in the wild. This journey combines engaging game drives on exclusive tracks through the reserves with hikes through dense forests in search of mountain gorillas. You will also look out for the tree-climbing lions of the Ishasha sector and the chimpanzees of Kyambura Gorge, while exploring the rich biodiversity of Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Report at 9:00 am to the park office with your guide and begin the trekking expedition through the dense forest in search of the magnificent mountain gorillas.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Kampala, Masaka, Mbarara, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kisoro
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Journey from Kampala to Bwindi via the Kigezi Highlands

  • Enjoy an early breakfast at 6 am and kick-start the journey to Bwindi in South Western Uganda on the Masaka-Mbarara road, via the scenic Kigezi Highlands, with your Uganda tour guide.

  • Reach Kisoro late in the evening and savour an authentic meal.

Overnight stay at the Travelers Rest Hotel in Kisoro (Buhoma Lodge / Gorilla Resort Camp / Lake Kitandara Camp / Engagi Lodge / Buhoma Community Rest Camp).

2
Day 02

Mountain Gorilla Trek in Bwindi

  • Begin the morning with a substantial breakfast before setting out for a long and exhausting day.

  • Report at 9:00 am to the park office with your guide and begin the trekking expedition through the dense forest in search of the magnificent mountain gorillas.

  • The trek can last from 2 to 9 hours, depending on gorilla sightings. The quest to spot these giant apes may be tiresome, but seeing them in their natural habitat is extremely rewarding. Spend time photographing these fascinating relatives of ours.

Return, dine, and spend the night at Travelers Rest Hotel (Kisoro, Buhoma Lodge / Gorilla Resort Camp / Lake Kitandara Camp / Engagi Lodge / Buhoma Community Rest Camp).

3
Day 03

Scenic Drive to Ishasha

  • Enjoy a scenic drive to Ishasha, home of the tree-climbing lions.

4
Day 04

Queen Elizabeth National Park and Ishasha Game Drive

  • After breakfast, embark on a journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

  • Access the park via the Ishasha sector and enjoy a game drive to see the famous Uganda kobs, tree-climbing lions, and mischievous monkeys.

  • Drive to Mweya Safari Lodge / Hill Camp in the evening for dinner.

Overnight stay.

5
Day 05

Safari, Chimpanzee Trek, and Kazinga Channel Cruise

  • Go for an early morning game drive through prime tracks, including the Kasenyi Track, before returning to your lodge for breakfast.

  • After a break, proceed to Kyambura Gorge for a trek to see chimpanzees.

  • Have a lunch cruise along the Kazinga Channel and enjoy a fascinating evening.

Have dinner and stay overnight at your lodge. (Full Board)

6
Day 06

Return to Kampala

  • Drive back to Kampala and stay overnight at the lodge.

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kigezi Highlands, Ishasha tree-climbing lions, Kazinga Channel

Where this trip takes you

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kigezi Highlands, Ishasha tree-climbing lions, Kazinga Channel

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kampala 6 cities · 6 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Gorilla trekking permits

  • Ground transfer in a comfortable 4WD safari van equipped for game viewing, photography, and touring

  • Full-board accommodation

  • Professional English-speaking Ugandan driver/guide

  • All tour activities as detailed in the itinerary

  • Bottled water while on safari

  • Airport transfers

What's Not Included

  • Tips

  • Laundry services

  • Beverages/drinks

  • International flights

  • Visas

  • Items of a personal nature

  • Optional activities and any other extras not detailed in the given itinerary

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Kampala, Uganda
Tour start
Kampala, Uganda
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 6 days finish where they began, in Kampala.

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