Uganda · Primate Tours

9-Day Uganda Primate Tracking and Wildlife Safari with Gorilla Trekking

9 Days Round trip from Uganda Easy pace

Explore the wildlife amidst lush landscapes

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Experience thrilling chimpanzee and gorilla trekking in lush forests
02 Enjoy game drives and launch cruises in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks
03 Visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a rhino trekking experience
04 Travel through verdant landscapes and the scenic Kigezi Highlands
05 Unwind at Lake Bunyonyi after a memorable gorilla encounter

Experience Uganda over 9 days on a primate and wildlife safari through Murchison Falls, Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi Impenetrable, and Lake Mburo National Parks, with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. This journey combines chimpanzee and gorilla trekking with classic game drives, launch cruises, and rich birdlife in some of the country's most celebrated wilderness areas. Travel through verdant landscapes and the scenic Kigezi Highlands, then unwind at Lake Bunyonyi after your gorilla encounter.

Experience Uganda over 9 days on a primate and wildlife safari through Murchison Falls, Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi Impenetrable, and Lake Mburo National Parks, with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Kampala, Entebbe, Mbarara, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kibale National Park, Lake Mburo National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Lake Bunyonyi

Languages English, French, German, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

After breakfast, you will drive to Murchison Falls National Park.
Along the way, you will stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a rhino trekking experience.
Following this, you will proceed to the top of Murchison Falls before continuing to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 02

Game Drive and Launch Cruise

After an early morning breakfast, you will go for a game drive, where you may spot various animal species such as elephants, giraffes, lions, and Uganda kobs.
In the afternoon, you will enjoy a launch cruise to the park's main tourist attraction, the unique Murchison Falls, as well as the River Nile, with its streaming hippos and serried ranges of crocodiles along the sandbanks, plus large numbers of different species coming down to drink and bathe.

Day 03

Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Kick off your day with a mouthwatering breakfast that energizes you for the adventure ahead.
Then, set off on a breathtaking drive to Kibale, where every turn reveals stunning landscapes.
Indulge in a delightful lunch along the way while soaking in the captivating views of traditional Ugandan homesteads that enrich your journey.
Don't miss this unforgettable experience!

Day 04

Chimp Trekking and Bigodi Wetlands

After breakfast, you will set out for chimpanzee trekking in one of the most diverse tropical forests in Uganda.
This area is home to a variety of wildlife, including 13 species of primates, with chimpanzees being the highlight.
After your trek, you will enjoy lunch before visiting the Bigodi Wetlands.
Following this, you will transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Day 05

Kasenyi Game Drive and Launch Cruise

Kick off your day with an exhilarating early morning game drive in the Kasenyi sector, where you are almost guaranteed to encounter magnificent wildlife, including elephants, Uganda kobs, and leopards.
After the adventure, return to the lodge for a delicious late breakfast to fuel your day.
In the afternoon, set sail on a captivating launch cruise, where you will have the opportunity to spot impressive aquatic creatures such as hippos and crocodiles.
You will also be treated to a stunning variety of water birds, making for an enriching and memorable experience.

Day 06

Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha

After breakfast, transfer for a drive through the Ishasha plains for your final visit with the lions and other wildlife, then continue to Bwindi.
The drive takes you through the Switzerland of Africa area, known as the Kigezi Highlands, with its terraced hillsides and winding roads to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, arriving in the evening.
Check in at the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 07

Gorilla Trekking and Lake Bunyonyi

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure! Begin your day with an early morning breakfast, then meet at the gorilla park headquarters for an insightful briefing with knowledgeable park ranger guides.
Next, immerse yourself in the breathtaking forest as you embark on a thrilling gorilla trekking experience.
After connecting with these magnificent mountain gorillas, you will journey to the stunning Lake Bunyonyi, a perfect way to end your remarkable day.

Day 08

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park and Game Drive

You will begin your day with breakfast before driving to Lake Mburo National Park.
Along the way, you will stop for lunch in Mbarara town.
Upon arrival at Lake Mburo, you will enjoy a game drive where you can expect to see impalas, as well as the less common topis, eland, zebras, buffalo, and many other animals.

Day 09

Safari Walk and Transfer to Kampala or Entebbe Airport

Experience the thrill of an early morning safari walk, where you will immerse yourself in the captivating sights of herds of impala, as well as the rare topis, eland, and klipspringer.
You will also have the chance to spot zebras and buffalo grazing nearby.
After this unforgettable adventure, return to the lodge to enjoy a delicious breakfast.
Then, continue your journey back to Kampala, making a memorable stop at the Equator for lunch before heading to Entebbe Airport for your flight.