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Embark on an unforgettable 8-day Ugandan adventure combining prime wildlife viewing with incredible primate encounters. This comprehensive safari takes you from the chimpanzee-filled canopies of Kibale Forest to the sprawling savannahs of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Experience the thrill of tracking mountain gorillas in the dense Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, enjoy a scenic launch cruise along the Kazinga Channel, and discover the diverse wildlife of Lake Mburo. It is the perfect blend of thrilling wildlife encounters, dramatic landscapes, and rich community experiences.
Upon arrival at Entebbe Airport, our representative will meet and welcome you. He will be your tour and driver-guide for the rest of your days in the country. After the introduction, you will be transferred to your preferred hotel in Entebbe (approximately 10–30 minutes' drive) for an overnight stay on a bed-and-breakfast basis.
Accommodation
Settle into your charming guesthouse in Entebbe, offering a peaceful retreat and warm Ugandan hospitality after your international flight.
1 Night · Bed & Breakfast
The drive from Entebbe to Kibale Forest National Park (approx. 6–7 hrs) is a fascinating trip through Uganda's different landscapes — rolling hills and big tea farms — ending in the thick, tropical forest of Kibale, famous for its rich wildlife. Kibale is home to 13 primate species including chimpanzees, and over 325 bird species including the rare green-breasted pitta. Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon.
After lunch, relax at the lodge or take a 4.5 km nature walk at the Bigodi wetland, run by the community organisation KAFRED. Over 200 bird species and 8 primates have been identified along the trail — including the L'hoest, red colobus, red-tailed, vervet and blue monkeys, olive baboon, black-and-white colobus, and the grey-cheeked mangabey. You may choose either the nature walk or a community walk around Bigodi.
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Nestled in the lush Kibale Forest canopy, this lodge offers an incredible base for primate tracking and nature walks.
1 Night · Full Board
Chimp tracking in Kibale Forest is an exciting and memorable adventure. You start early in the morning with a knowledgeable guide and walk into the thick rainforest, looking for signs of chimpanzees. The trek can be tough as you move through dense vegetation and rough ground, but the guide will help you find the chimps — lively and fascinating to watch as they eat, play, and interact up close. Lunch, then transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park (approx. 2 hrs' drive).
In south-western Uganda, Queen Elizabeth is one of the most famous and diverse parks in East Africa, spanning around 1,978 square kilometres between Lake Edward and Lake George. Its diverse ecosystems — savannah plains, tropical forests, wetlands, lakes, and volcanic crater lakes — sit against the backdrop of the Rwenzori Mountains, and are home to elephants, buffalo, Uganda kob, waterbucks, hippos, and crocodiles. Enjoy an evening game drive.
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Perched with stunning views over the Queen Elizabeth savannah, this lodge provides premium comfort and breathtaking sunsets.
1 Night · Full Board
After early breakfast, drive to the Kasenyi plains for your game drive. The plains are home to elephants, buffalo, Uganda kob, waterbucks, warthogs, and topi, while predators such as lions and leopards are commonly spotted early in the morning or late in the evening. The plains are also rich in birdlife, with eagles, vultures, storks, and various grassland species.
After the game drive, return to your lodge for lunch, then embark on a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel for another chance to encounter wildlife. Lasting about two hours from the main jetty near Mweya, the slow-paced cruise brings you close to elephants, buffalo, and waterbucks at the water's edge — ideal for photographing hippos, basking crocodiles, and birds in flight.
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Unwind at the lodge after a thrilling day of wildlife viewing on the plains and waters of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
1 Night · Full Board
Enjoy an early breakfast at your lodge before departing Queen Elizabeth National Park. Embark on a scenic drive (approx. 2–5 hrs) to the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest — the Buhoma or Rushaga sectors, depending on your choice of lodge and location — arriving in time to relax and prepare for the next day's trek.
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Set amidst the ancient rainforest, this lodge offers the perfect combination of luxury, tranquillity, and proximity to the gorilla trekking starting points.
1 Night · Full Board
Gorilla tracking is a thrilling and unforgettable experience that commences early in the morning. With your packed lunch, depart your lodge and head to the park headquarters for a comprehensive briefing and gorilla family allocations. Due to the physical demands of the trek, good health and fitness are strongly recommended, along with sturdy hiking boots, long trousers, and long-sleeved shirts for protection against insects and dense vegetation. Hiring a porter is also recommended.
The journey into the forest typically traverses challenging terrain, from dense undergrowth to steep slopes, and the duration varies from 30 minutes to several hours depending on the group's location. Upon locating the gorillas, visitors enjoy an enchanting hour observing these majestic creatures, while experienced guides ensure a safe viewing distance and share insights into gorilla behaviour and conservation. Afterwards, you trek back and return to the park headquarters, where you are awarded a certificate for the Gorilla Trek.
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Reflect on your profound primate encounters by the cosy fire, enjoying exquisite dining and the sounds of the African rainforest.
1 Night · Full Board
After early breakfast, you will be driven to Lake Mburo National Park (approx. 5 hrs' drive) — Uganda's smallest national park. The journey takes you through stunning scenery and the Ankole Kingdom, with its animal farms and crop plantations, arriving in time for lunch at your lodge.
After lunch, embark on a relaxing and scenic boat cruise on Lake Mburo, one of Uganda's most beautiful and wildlife-rich lakes. You'll see pods of hippos wallowing in the shallows and Nile crocodiles basking along the shoreline; watch for buffalo and antelope coming to drink, and birds such as the African fish eagle, pied kingfisher, and malachite kingfisher.
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Situated near Lake Mburo National Park, this wilderness lodge offers an excellent base to explore the unique landscapes and rich wildlife of the area.
1 Night · Full Board
Breakfast at your lodge, check out, and head out for a game drive or guided nature walk. Lake Mburo is one of the few parks where a guided nature walk lets you see most of the animals as if on a game drive, and it is famously home to Uganda's largest population of zebras — alongside impala, oribi, giraffe, and abundant birdlife. Continue your journey to Entebbe (approx. 5 hrs' drive) with a stopover at the equator for lunch. Enjoy a farewell dinner, followed by a drop-off at the airport for your international flight. End of safari.
Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking are physically demanding; good health and a reasonable level of fitness are strongly recommended, along with sturdy hiking boots and long clothing. Hiring a porter at the park headquarters is advised. Gorilla and chimpanzee permits are strictly limited and subject to availability at the time of booking.
Located just a few minutes from Entebbe International Airport, The Boma is an authentic and charming guesthouse offering traditional Ugandan hospitality. Set within tropical gardens, it features a swimming pool, excellent dining, and cosy, well-appointed rooms — the perfect starting point for your safari.
Turaco Tree Tops is a semi-luxe lodge in the Kibale Forest region, offering a unique forest experience with outstanding views over the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains. Ideal for chimpanzee trekking, it features spacious cottages nestled into the forest, a welcoming main lodge, and an inviting swimming pool to relax in after a day in the jungle.
Perfectly situated on the edge of Queen Elizabeth National Park, these lodges offer sweeping views of the savannah plains and the Rwenzori Mountains. Designed to blend seamlessly with the natural environment, they provide premium comfort, excellent local and international cuisine, and easy access to the Kazinga Channel and Kasenyi plains.
Located on the fringes of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, these lodges offer an extraordinary fusion of nature and comfort — the perfect sanctuary before and after your gorilla trek. Spacious, elegantly designed rooms with spectacular forest views, excellent dining, and warm hospitality immerse guests fully in the sights and sounds of the African rainforest.
Set near the boundaries of Lake Mburo National Park, Kigarama Wilderness Lodge provides a comfortable and authentic safari experience surrounded by stunning natural beauty. The lodge offers comfortable accommodation, delicious meals, and easy access to the park's diverse activities — boat cruises, game drives, and guided nature walks.
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