8-Day Uganda Western Tour (Wildlife, Chimps, & Gorillas)

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

Arrival at the airport – Transfer for the guest house

Our Guide will be waiting for you at the airport to transfer you to the guest house, overnight at the lodge in Entebbe. In the morning 07:30 – 08:00 breakfast at the lodge 08:30. We embark on the long awaited journey to explore the best of western Uganda.

Destination: Entebbe City
Accommodation: Papyrus Guest House
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner, and Drinking Water.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

Papyrus Guest House

• Mid-range guest house located in Entebbe (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Scenic Road Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Depart Entebbe at 08:30 am arrive in Fort portal in the afternoon, have lunch at gardens restaurant for 0ne hour. Visit the Amabeere Ganyinamwiru in Nyakasura and short visit to semuliki hot springs that kick off the 8-Day Best of Western Uganda Tour.

Adventure in fort portal tour with the palace visit which is located in town, we shall depart fort portal town to Kibale forest where you will spend the night at the chimpanzee forest guest house.

Journey Time: 7 Hours
Destination: Kibale Forest National Park – Primates Capital of the World.
Activities: Scenic Drive from Kampala to Kibale Forest, Fort Portal City Tour, Bigodi Swamp Walk, Community Visits
Accommodation: Kibale Forest Lodge – Mid-range Lodge in Kibale National Park
Meals & Drinks: Breakfast, Lunch En-Route, & Dinner.

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 Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Kibale NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Game Drive – Queen Elizabeth National Park

Departure from Kibale Forests to Queen Elizabeth National Park where we shall have spent the next 2 days of 8-Day Best of Western Uganda Tour. We shall visit the kazinga channel, boat ride and game drives. Overnight at the bush lodge an early morning game drive and transfer to Ishasha sector of the National Park for the Tree climbing lions, spend a night Twin Lakes Tour Lodge.

Journey Time: 2 Hours
Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Uganda’s Oldest National Park.
Activities: Enjoy Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest, Afternoon Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Game Drive
Accommodation: Twin Lakes Tour Lodge – Mid-range Lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Bottled Drinking Water, Breakfast, Lunch, & Dinner.

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:

Twin Lakes Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Activities in Queen Elizabeth National Park – Game Drives, Nature Walks, and Boat Ride

Explore the wonders of Queen Elizabeth National Park, starting with an early morning game drive. Spot lions, leopards, and other wildlife against the backdrop of the majestic Rwenzori Mountains. Afterward, take a guided nature walk to immerse yourself in the park’s serene environment. The highlight of the day is a boat ride along the Kazinga Channel, where hippos, crocodiles, and vibrant bird species thrive. The evening is spent in the Ishasha sector, known for its unique tree-climbing lions.

Main Destination:

Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)

Accommodation:

Enjojo Lodge (Cottage)

• Mid-range lodge

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning Game Drive in Ishasha and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Kickstart your day with a game drive in Ishasha, focusing on spotting the famous tree-climbing lions. These majestic predators lounging in fig trees create a sight to behold. Afterward, transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to mountain gorillas. The journey through rolling hills and dense forests offers breathtaking views. With Jackal Adventures handling the logistics, you can relax and take in the scenery.

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:

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Tracking and Batwa Community Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Prepare for a once-in-a-lifetime experience: mountain gorilla tracking. Accompanied by expert guides and trackers, venture deep into the forest to encounter a gorilla family. Spend an unforgettable hour observing their behaviors and bonding within their group. In the afternoon, visit the Batwa community to learn about their unique way of life. Their stories, dances, and traditions offer a deeper understanding of Uganda’s cultural richness. Jackal Adventures ensures this day is seamless and memorable.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Rushaga Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Nature Walk and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi – Sunset Boat Ride

Start the day with a serene nature walk along the Rushaga-Buhoma trail, which offers stunning views of Bwindi's lush environment. Afterward, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, known as the “Place of Little Birds.” The afternoon is dedicated to a sunset boat ride, where the lake’s tranquil waters and surrounding islands provide a picturesque setting. With Jackal Adventures as your guide, this day is both relaxing and awe-inspiring.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Bunyonyi Overland Resort

• Budget resort located at Lake Bunyonyi

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning Drive from Lake Bunyonyi to Entebbe Airport for Departure

Enjoy a scenic road transfer from Lake Bunyonyi Back to Entebbe Airport for Departure.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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