Uganda · Safari

9-Day Uganda Safari to National Parks with Gorillas and Chimpanzees

9 Days Round trip from 14 Kitaasa Rd Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 See the mighty falls and giraffes in Murchison Falls National Park
  • 02 Enter the world of chimpanzees in Kibale Forest National Park
  • 03 Watch the rare tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha Sector
  • 04 Spot endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Our 9-day primates and wildlife safari adventure offers an exceptional safari experience in Uganda, covering four major national parks. Explore Murchison Falls National Park with a visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and the magnificent Murchison Falls, continue to Kibale Forest National Park, the home of chimpanzees, and Queen Elizabeth National Park for the rare tree-climbing lions and the Kazinga Channel, before ending in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas.

Explore Murchison Falls National Park with a visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and the magnificent Murchison Falls, continue to Kibale Forest National Park, the home of chimpanzees, and Queen Elizabeth National Park for the rare tree-climbing lions and the Kazinga Channel, before ending in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Entebbe, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival at Entebbe Airport

  • On arrival at Entebbe Airport, you will be met and welcomed by your representative.
  • You will then be transferred to your hotel in Entebbe for an overnight stay at Boma Guest House on a bed-and-breakfast basis.
  • Optional upgrade to Hotel No. 5 or Protea Hotel Entebbe.
  • Optional downgrade to Papyrus Guest House, Airport Guest House, or Via Via Guest House.
2
Day 02

Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

  • After breakfast, your driver-guide will pick you up for a transfer to Murchison Falls National Park.
  • En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking.
  • Continue your journey to the park and make another stop at the top of the falls for a clear and magnificent view of the water forcing itself through a 7-meter gorge before dropping over 43 meters below with a thunderous roar, forming a beautiful rainbow.
  • Reach your lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay on a full-board basis at Pakuba Lodge.
  • Optional upgrade to Nile Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge, or Baker's Lodge.
  • Optional downgrade to Red Chilli Rest Camp or Fort Murchison.
3
Day 03

Game Drive and Boat Cruise to the Bottom of the Falls

  • Enjoy a morning game drive and an afternoon boat cruise to the bottom of the falls. Animals expected to be seen on the game drive include lions, leopards, buffalos, elephants, large numbers of giraffes, warthogs, antelopes, waterbucks, bushbucks, and many different bird species.
  • During the boat cruise, look out for water-loving animals such as hippos, crocodiles, buffalos, and many bird species including kingfishers, cormorants, hornbills, Goliath herons, Egyptian geese, pelicans, and bee-eaters.
  • After the cruise, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
  • Optional upgrade to Nile Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge, or Baker's Lodge.
  • Optional downgrade to Red Chilli Rest Camp or Fort Murchison.
4
Day 04

Journey to Kibale Forest National Park

  • Have an early breakfast at the lodge and depart for Kibale National Park. The forest is also home to over 325 bird species, including the rare green-breasted pitta.
  • Arrive at your lodge in the evening for a full-board stay at Turaco Tree Tops.
  • Optional upgrade to Crater Safari Lodge, Ndali Lodge, Kyaninga Lodge, or Primates Lodge.
  • Optional downgrade to Kibale Guest Cottages, Chimpanzee Guest House, or Kibale Forest Camp.
5
Day 05

Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

  • After breakfast at your lodge, set out for a half-day chimpanzee tracking experience.
  • After the tracking, return to your lodge for lunch.
  • In the afternoon, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge on a full-board basis at Elephant Hab Lodge.

Optional upgrade to Katara Lodge, Kyambura Gorge Lodge, or Mweya Safari Lodge.

Optional downgrade to Baboon Safari Resort, Pumba Safari Cottages, or Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge.

6
Day 06

Game Drive in Kasenyi and Kazinga Channel Cruise

  • Set out for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi area and look out for wildlife such as lions, leopards, buffalos, elephants, antelopes, warthogs, waterbucks, and bushbucks.
  • Have lunch and, in the afternoon, go for a launch cruise along the Kazinga Channel.
  • Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.
  • Optional upgrade to Katara Lodge, Kyambura Gorge Lodge, or Mweya Safari Lodge.
  • Optional downgrade to Baboon Safari Resort, Pumba Safari Cottages, or Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge.
7
Day 07

Ishasha Sector and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

  • After breakfast, leave the northern side of the park and transfer to the southern sector of Ishasha. Enjoy a mid-morning game drive in search of the rare tree-climbing lions.
  • In the afternoon, embark on your journey to the famous Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. The park is well known for being home to the endangered mountain gorillas.
  • Check in at your lodge for a full-board stay at Mahogany Springs Lodge.
  • Optional upgrade to Bwindi Lodge, Buhoma Lodge, or Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp.
8
Day 08

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

  • Enjoy a full-day gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.

Overnight at Mahogany Springs Lodge.

Optional upgrade to Bwindi Lodge, Buhoma Lodge, or Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp.

9
Day 09

Fly from Bwindi to Entebbe

  • After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip to catch your domestic flight from Bwindi to Entebbe.
  • Upon arrival, connect with your onward flight to your next destination or back home.
Murchison Falls, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Kazinga Channel, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Where this trip takes you

Murchison Falls, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Kazinga Channel, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from 14 Kitaasa Rd 6 cities · 9 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • All airport transfers
  • Accommodation and meals as indicated
  • Visit to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
  • All park entrance fees
  • Game drives in Murchison Falls
  • Boat cruise and sundowner in Murchison Falls
  • Boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
  • Drinking water
  • Transport in a safari Landcruiser
  • Full-time English-speaking driver-guide
  • 1 x gorilla trekking permit per person
  • 1 x chimp permit per person
  • One-way flight from Kihihi to Entebbe
  • Mineral water

What's Not Included

  • International airfare
  • Gratuities
  • COVID tests in Uganda
  • Visa fees to Uganda (should be applied for online)
  • Personal items such as laundry
  • Insurance
  • All premium drinks

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Entebbe, Uganda
Tour start
14 Kitaasa Rd, Entebbe, Uganda
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 days finish where they began, in 14 Kitaasa Rd.

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