Safari 2 Gorilla Tours

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Entebbe - Rhino Trekking, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary - Murchison Falls National Park

Entebbe - Rhino Trekking, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary - Murchison Falls National Park

Start your journey with an early morning pick-up from your hotel in Entebbe and travel north to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for guided rhino tracking. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park and stop at the top of the falls where the Nile crashes through a narrow gorge. Enjoy scenic views before heading to your lodge for relaxation and dinner. Accommodation: Gipir & Labong Safari Lodge or similar.

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
ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Gipir and Labongo Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Game Drive Safari and Boat Launch Safari Murchison Falls National Park

Game Drive Safari and Boat Launch Safari Murchison Falls National Park

Set out early for a game drive on the northern bank of the Nile, known for lions, giraffes, elephants, and other wildlife. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise to the base of the thunderous Murchison Falls. Watch crocodiles, hippos, and birdlife along the riverbanks. Accommodation: Gipir & Labong Safari Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Gipir and Labongo Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Murchison Falls National Park - Kibale National Park

Murchison Falls National Park - Kibale National Park

After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive south toward Kibale National Park, passing tea plantations, crater lakes, and scenic valleys. This park is home to the greatest variety of primates in Africa. Arrive and relax at your forest lodge. Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge or similar.

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

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LionVery Rare
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
  • Mid-range guest house located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Chimpanzee Trekking Experience, Kibale National Park

Chimpanzee Trekking Experience, Kibale National Park

Begin your day with a guided chimpanzee trek through Kibale Forest. Observe these intelligent primates up close as they feed, groom, and play. In the afternoon, visit the Bigodi Wetlands for a cultural and nature walk hosted by the local community. Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
  • Mid-range guest house located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Kibale National Park - Queen Elizabeth National Park

Kibale National Park - Queen Elizabeth National Park

Enjoy a relaxed morning before heading to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Along the way, take in the beautiful views of the Rwenzori Mountains and stop at the Equator crossing for photos. Arrive in the park and settle into your lodge. Accommodation: The Bush Lodge (Banda) or Similar.

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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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
The Bush Lodge (Banda)
  • Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Game Drive Safari and Boat Cruise Safari Queen Elizabeth National Park

Game Drive Safari and Boat Cruise Safari Queen Elizabeth National Park

Start with a morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, known for lions, elephants, and antelopes. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a haven for hippos, crocodiles, and over 600 bird species. Return to the lodge for the evening. Accommodation: The Bush Lodge (Banda) or similar.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
The Bush Lodge (Banda)
  • Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 7

Queen Elizabeth – Ishasha – Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla NP

Queen Elizabeth – Ishasha – Bwindi/Mgahinga Gorilla NP

Transfer south through the Ishasha sector, home of the rare tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive in this unique landscape, then proceed to the misty Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, one of the last habitats of mountain gorillas. Accommodation: Bakiga Lodge or similar.

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

Accommodation:
Bakiga Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 8

Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Gorilla Trekking Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After an early breakfast, head to the ranger station for a briefing. Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime trek through dense forest in search of a mountain gorilla family. Spend one magical hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Accommodation: Bakiga Lodge or similar.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Bakiga Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 9

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Lake Bunyonyi

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Lake Bunyonyi

After a restful morning, drive to the peaceful shores of Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s most scenic lake with its dotted islands and birdlife. Optional activities include canoeing or hiking, or just relax with breathtaking views. Accommodation: Lake Bunyonyi Overland Camp or similar.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation:
Bunyonyi Overland Resort
  • Budget resort located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 10

Lake Bunyonyi - Lake Mburo National Park

Lake Bunyonyi - Lake Mburo National Park

Lake Bunyonyi – Lake Mburo National Park
Drive through the terraced hills of southwestern Uganda en route to Lake Mburo National Park. Arrive and enjoy a short game drive. Expect to see zebras, impalas, and possibly leopards before heading to your lodge. Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock or similar.

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionNone
Accommodation:
Rwakobo Rock Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 11

Walking Safari – Return to Entebbe/Kampala

Walking Safari – Return to Entebbe/Kampala

Start the day with a guided walking safari for a closer look at Uganda’s savanna wildlife. After breakfast, depart for Kampala or Entebbe. Drop-off will be at your hotel or Entebbe International Airport, marking the end of your safari adventure.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.

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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.