6-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Wildlife Safari via Kigali

• Arrival: Upon arrival at Kigali International Airport, you will be welcomed by your safari driver-guide for a meet-and-greet, followed by a short safari briefing.

• Transfer: Depart Kigali and travel toward southwestern Uganda, enjoying beautiful landscapes, rolling hills, rural communities, and scenic countryside along the way.

• Border: Complete the necessary immigration formalities at the Rwanda-Uganda border before continuing to the Rushaga sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

• Accommodation: Upon arrival, check in at Shongi Camp, nestled near the magnificent Bwindi rainforest.

• Leisure: Spend the remainder of the day relaxing at the camp, enjoying the peaceful surroundings, and preparing for the following day's gorilla trekking adventure.

• Meals: Dinner, depending on arrival time.

• Transfer: After an early breakfast, transfer to the Rushaga gorilla trekking briefing point.

• Briefing: Meet the Uganda Wildlife Authority guides and receive a briefing on gorilla trekking procedures, safety guidelines, and responsible wildlife viewing.

• Activity: Begin your guided trek into the ancient rainforest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family.

• Trek duration: The trek may take several hours, depending on the location of the gorillas and the terrain.

• Gorilla viewing: Once the gorillas are located, enjoy the permitted viewing time observing these remarkable primates in their natural habitat.

• Return: After the trek, return to the starting point and meet your driver-guide.

• Activity: In the afternoon, participate in a Batwa cultural experience, offering an opportunity to learn about the Batwa people's traditional forest heritage, indigenous knowledge, music, dance, and cultural practices.

• Accommodation: Return to Shongi Camp for dinner and relaxation after an exciting day of wildlife and cultural discovery.

• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Note: The Batwa experience will be arranged after gorilla trekking, subject to the duration of the trek and the time of return. Gorilla trekking permits must be secured in advance.

• Transfer: After breakfast, check out of Shongi Camp and begin the scenic journey to Fort Portal in western Uganda.

• En route: Travel through beautiful countryside, traditional communities, green hills, and agricultural landscapes.

• Stops: Enjoy suitable stops along the way for refreshments, photography, and lunch.

• Destination: Fort Portal is renowned for its pleasant climate, tea plantations, crater lakes, and spectacular views of the Rwenzori Mountains.

• Accommodation: Upon arrival, check in at Silver Oaks Hotel and relax after the journey.

• Leisure: Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a short excursion around Fort Portal or spend the remainder of the afternoon at leisure.

• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as arranged.

Travel note: This is a substantial transfer day. Approximately 7-9 hours or more may be required, depending on the route, road conditions, and stops.

• Transfer: Enjoy an early breakfast at Silver Oaks Hotel before checking out and departing for Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's largest national park and one of its premier wildlife destinations.

• En route: Travel north through Uganda's countryside, with a lunch stop along the way.

• Accommodation: Upon arrival in the Murchison Falls area, check in at Murchison Savana Lodge and take some time to freshen up before your afternoon activity.

• Activity: Later in the afternoon, embark on an exciting game drive through the park's savannah landscapes.

• Wildlife viewing: Look out for elephants, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, and other wildlife. With luck, you may also encounter lions and leopards.

• Return: Enjoy the changing colors of the savannah as the day draws to a close before returning to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as arranged.

Travel note: An early departure from Fort Portal is recommended to allow sufficient time for the journey and the evening game drive.

• Activity: After an early breakfast, prepare for a memorable sport-fishing excursion on the River Nile in the Murchison Falls area.

• Guide: Meet your specialist fishing guide and head to the designated fishing location.

• Fishing: Enjoy a guided fishing experience in one of Africa's most remarkable river environments, surrounded by beautiful scenery and the wilderness of Murchison Falls National Park.

• Target species: Depending on the fishing location and conditions, anglers may have the opportunity to target Nile perch and other local fish species.

• Arrangements: Fishing arrangements will include the appropriate guide, boat, equipment, and required permissions as confirmed in advance.

• Meals: After the fishing session, return to the lodge for lunch or enjoy a packed lunch, depending on the schedule.

• Leisure: Spend the afternoon relaxing at the lodge and enjoying the peaceful natural surroundings.

• Accommodation: In the evening, enjoy dinner and your final overnight stay in the Murchison Falls area at Murchison Savana Lodge.

• Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as arranged.

Note: Sport fishing is subject to weather, water conditions, local regulations, and advance confirmation of the fishing arrangements.

• Activity: Enjoy breakfast at Murchison Savana Lodge before checking out and proceeding to the spectacular Top of Murchison Falls.

• Viewpoint: At the viewpoint, witness the mighty River Nile forcing its way through a narrow rocky gorge before plunging downstream.

• Scenery: Enjoy the dramatic scenery, take photographs, and appreciate one of Uganda's most impressive natural attractions.

• Transfer: After the visit, begin the drive south toward Entebbe International Airport.

• Meals: Enjoy a lunch stop along the way, depending on your flight schedule and travel time.

• Departure: Arrive at Entebbe International Airport for your onward departure, bringing your six-day Uganda safari to a memorable conclusion.

• Accommodation: None - departure day.

• Meals: Breakfast and lunch, depending on the flight schedule.

Important travel note: The drive from the Murchison Falls area to Entebbe generally takes around 6-7 hours or longer, depending on the lodge location, road conditions, and traffic. The top-of-the-falls visit should be scheduled according to your flight departure time. An overnight stay near Entebbe may be advisable if your flight departs early.