Arrival
Arrival
Day 1
Drive to Kibale Forest National Park
Drive to Kibale Forest National Park
You will set off for Kibale National Park. The journey is filled with spectacular views of the Ugandan scenery. You will enjoy these and bypass tea plantations. You will stop in Fort Portal for lunch before you proceed to Kibale. You will arrive at your accommodation in the late afternoon for overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpundu Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Chimpanzee Trekking and Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Chimpanzee Trekking and Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, you will head for chimpanzee trekking and enjoy a wonderful forest experience with a ranger. Kibale National Park has an area of 795 km2 containing a tropical forest and is home to 13 primate species, including chimpanzees. After the wonderful experience with the chimpanzees, you will have lunch and proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park. On your way into the park, enjoy a game drive and then proceed to your accommodation for overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Morning Game Drive and an Afternoon Boat Trip on Kazinga Channel
Morning Game Drive and an Afternoon Boat Trip on Kazinga Channel
On this day, you will wake up early to embark on a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you will have the opportunity to see a variety of wildlife such as elephants, lions, buffaloes, warthogs, and several species of antelopes. After the game drive, you will head to the Kazinga Channel for a boat cruise. During the cruise, you will have a chance to see aquatic wildlife such as hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species, including the African fish eagle. The boat ride will also give you a chance to relax and enjoy the stunning scenery of the park.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest via the Ishasha Sector for Tree-Climbing Lions
Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest via the Ishasha Sector for Tree-Climbing Lions
Depart for Bwindi National Park in the morning. On your way, you will have a game drive in the Ishasha sector, the southern sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park with many tree-climbing lions. Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is home to the endangered mountain gorillas. This fascinating mountain forest hosts chimpanzees and spectacular birds. There are 23 of the 24 Albertine Rift endemic bird species, including blue-throated broadbill, bar-tailed trogon, and other beautiful forest species.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Mahogany Springs Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Gorilla Trekking
Gorilla Trekking
This morning, you will get up very early to prepare for the highlight of your safari - gorilla trekking. You will drive to the trekking station (depending on your gorilla permits). Trekking the mountain gorilla is one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. The trek will take between 2 and 7 hours but is well worth the effort. You will be led by an experienced ranger.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Mahogany Springs Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Drive to Lake Mburo National Park and Evening Game Drive
Drive to Lake Mburo National Park and Evening Game Drive
Today, you will drive to Lake Mburo National Park. This might be the smallest savannah park in Uganda, but it is beautiful. This park has the highest number of zebras in Uganda. You can see many zebras and other animals before entering the park. You will have a game drive as you enter the park and head to your accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kigambira Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Nature Walk, Game Drive and Drive Back to Entebbe for Departure
Nature Walk, Game Drive and Drive Back to Entebbe for Departure
You will get up early for a guided nature walk and game drive before returning to the hotel for a hearty breakfast. In the afternoon, you will proceed to Kampala, cross the equator, and later drive to Entebbe to catch your flight home.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
