9-Day Gorilla Trekking, Chimps & Wildlife Budget Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Drive to Murchison Falls National Park

After breakfast, you will head to Murchison Falls National Park with a stopover at the rhino sanctuary. This 70 sq km sanctuary is home to over 40 white rhinos and its main purpose is to reintroduce rhinos to Uganda. This is a very nice opportunity to observe the rhinos in their habitat at close range while on foot. After this, we will have a lunch stop and thereafter proceed to Murchison Falls National Park.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures)

Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

HippoAbundant

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LeopardOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Fort Murchison (Tent)

• Budget tented camp located just outside Murchison Falls NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game drives & boat safari on the River Nile

You will wake up very early and set off at 6:30 am for a morning game drive on the Northern bank and return to the lodge at around 11 am. You will see baboons, buffaloes, giraffes, Uganda kobs, hartebeests, oribis, waterbucks, bushbucks, reedbucks, warthogs and side-striped jackals. The carnivores include lions, leopards and spotted hyenas.

After lunch, you will head to the jetty for an afternoon boat cruise on the River Nile where you can expect to see a number of hippos and crocodiles along the banks of the Nile. You will also see birds like goliath herons, Egyptian geese, pelicans, bee-eaters, kingfishers, hornbills, cormorants, saddle-billed storks, and shoe-billed storks if lucky. After 2 hours, you will be dropped off at the bottom of the magnificent Murchison Falls. From there, you will hike up to the top of the falls where you will meet your driver-guide who will drive you back to the lodge.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Accommodation:

Fort Murchison (Tent)

• Budget tented camp located just outside Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Kibale Forest National Park

After an early breakfast, you will depart from Murchison Falls and proceed to Kibale Forest National Park. We always regard this route as a full-day drive, depending on the condition of the road. You arrive at Kibale at around 4:00 pm. This gives enough time for those who would like to go for a community walk to visit the crater lakes region with spectacular views of the lakes.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

ElephantOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

LionVery Rare

LeopardVery Rare

HippoRare

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Kibale Forest Camp (Camping)

• Just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee-trekking experience

You will wake up for an early breakfast and thereafter proceed to the park headquarters in Kibale Forest National Park. After a short briefing by one of the park staff, you will be allocated a guide who will lead you into the forest to find the chimpanzees. This park is the only place in East Africa where you can have the best primate tracking experience to view the chimpanzee - man’s closest relative. After lunch, we will proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park where we have a 1-night stopover to lessen the distance between Kibale Forest and Bwindi Forest.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

The Bush Lodge (Tent)

• Inside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game drive & boat safari on the Kazinga Channel

You will wake up very early and set off at 6:30 am for a morning game drive with the aim of catching sight of the early risers in their natural habitat. We can expect to see the Big 4 (elephant, buffalo, lion, and leopard). Also look out for bushbuck, kob, giant forest hog, hyena, waterbuck, and many birds. After lunch, we will head to the jetty for an afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lake Edward and Lake George. Expect to see a number of animals along the banks and a variety of waterbirds.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

HippoAbundant

LeopardOccasional

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

The Bush Lodge (Tent)

• Inside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Bwindi Forest National Park

Today you will set off to Bwindi via Ishasha, the southern sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Here, we will do a short game drive as we search for the tree-climbing lions. Expect to see a number of elephants, buffaloes, lions, waterbucks, Uganda kobs, leopards, and hyenas. Thereafter, we will proceed to Bwindi Forest National Park.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeRare

ElephantRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

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GiraffeNone

LeopardNone

CheetahNone

BuffaloNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Broadbill Forest Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla-trekking experience

Start the day early with a briefing at the Bwindi Forest National Park headquarters before embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime experience of trekking mountain gorillas. Led by experienced guides, you'll hike through the dense forest to observe a family of gorillas in their natural habitat. Spend an hour in the presence of these incredible creatures, observing their behaviors and interactions.

After the trek, return to your lodge for some rest. In the afternoon, take part in a community walk, where you'll visit local villages, learn about the culture and daily lives of the Batwa people, and gain insights into conservation efforts.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Broadbill Forest Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Lake Bunyonyi Kabale

After breakfast, depart from Bwindi Forest National Park and enjoy a scenic drive through the hills of southwestern Uganda to Lake Bunyonyi, located in Kabale. Known for its serene waters and picturesque islands, Lake Bunyonyi is a perfect place to unwind after your trekking adventure. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and take in the breathtaking views of the lake.

You can relax by the lakeside or choose optional activities like canoeing, bird watching, or a boat tour to explore some of the lake's 29 islands.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort

• Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Entebbe

After a fulfilling breakfast at Lake Bunyonyi, it's time to bid farewell to this picturesque destination and embark on your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe. En route, you'll make a stop in Mbarara for a delicious lunch, allowing you to refuel and relax before continuing your journey. Another highlight of the day awaits as you pause at the equator for a memorable photo opportunity.

Take advantage of this stop to browse through local souvenir shops, where you can find unique mementos to commemorate your safari adventure in Uganda. With souvenirs in hand and cherished memories in your heart, you'll resume your journey towards your final destination.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.