12-Day Primates and Wildlife Safari Mid Range Tour

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

Airport Pick and transfer to Entebbe

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by our guide. Enjoy a comfortable transfer to your hotel in Entebbe town for an overnight stay. Settle in, relax, and prepare for the exciting adventure ahead. Depending on your arrival time, you may opt for a brief city tour or a peaceful walk along Lake Victoria’s shores.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

Papyrus Guest House

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

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

Transfer to Murchison and a Rhino trek

Begin your journey with an early morning pick-up from Entebbe and head north toward Murchison Falls National Park. En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a thrilling on-foot trek to observe white rhinos in their natural habitat. After lunch, continue the scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside to Murchison Falls. Arrive in the evening, check in at your lodge, and relax ahead of the next day's safari.

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:

Pakuba Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Game drive hike top of falls and Boat on the Nile River

Start your day with an early morning game drive across the northern savannah of Murchison Falls National Park, where you'll spot elephants, giraffes, lions, buffaloes, and more. After a hearty breakfast, enjoy a guided hike to the top of the roaring Murchison Falls for stunning views. In the afternoon, take a relaxing boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of the falls, with chances to see hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Accommodation:

Pakuba Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Kibale National Park

After breakfast, depart Murchison Falls for a scenic full-day drive to Kibale National Park, home to one of Africa’s highest concentrations of primates. Travel through picturesque landscapes, rural villages, and lush tea plantations. Stop for lunch en route and arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon or evening. Settle in and relax as you prepare for the chimpanzee trekking adventure the next day.

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:

Bweza Kibale Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Trek Chimps in Kibale National Park and Bigodi Swamp tour

Begin your day with an exciting chimpanzee trek in Kibale Forest, guided by expert trackers through the lush rainforest. Observe the chimpanzees in their natural habitat as they forage, play, and interact. After lunch, head to the nearby Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a guided swamp walk. This community-run reserve is a haven for birdlife, primates, and unique plant species, offering a peaceful and enriching experience in nature.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Bweza Kibale Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth

After breakfast, depart Kibale National Park for a scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The journey offers beautiful views of crater lakes, rolling hills, and local villages. Arrive at your lodge in Queen Elizabeth in time to relax and enjoy the surroundings, with the chance to spot wildlife even before your first game drive.

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:

Acacia Wilderness Mweya

• Mid-range lodge located outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Game drive and Boat ride on Kazinga Channel

Start the day with a thrilling morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park’s Kasenyi plains, home to lions, elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and warthogs. After the safari and breakfast back at the lodge, enjoy some relaxation before heading out in the afternoon for a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel. This sundowner experience offers close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, and a vibrant array of birdlife.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation:

Acacia Wilderness Mweya

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Bwindi

After breakfast, depart Queen Elizabeth National Park for a scenic drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home of the endangered mountain gorillas. Journey through terraced hillsides, misty valleys, and local villages, offering a glimpse into rural Ugandan life. Arrive at your lodge nestled in the forest later in the day, check in, and relax as you prepare for the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience ahead.

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:

Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Trek Gorillas and transfer to Kisoro

Set off early for a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Hike through lush jungle terrain with experienced guides to locate and spend an unforgettable hour with a mountain gorilla family. After the trek, You will embark on your journey to Kisoro.

Main Destination:

Kisoro (Town)

Accommodation:

Ichumbi Hotel - Kisoro

• Mid-range hotel located in Kisoro (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Trek Golden Monkeys

After breakfast, head into the scenic bamboo forests of Mgahinga National Park for an exciting golden monkey trek. Found only in the Virunga Mountains, these endangered primates are known for their playful nature and striking golden-orange coats. Guided by expert trackers, you’ll hike through the forest to observe them in their natural habitat. After the trek, return to the hotel to relax and enjoy the peaceful mountain surroundings.

Main Destination:

Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)

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

High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)

Best Weather Jun to Aug and Dec to Jan (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP

GorillaCommon

ChimpanzeeNone

BuffaloOccasional

ElephantRare

LeopardRare

White RhinoNone

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GiraffeNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Accommodation:

Ichumbi Hotel - Kisoro

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Lake Mburo and an evening boat ride

Depart Kisoro after breakfast for a scenic drive to Lake Mburo National Park, passing through rolling hills, farmlands, and local communities. Arrive in time to check in and refresh at your lodge. In the evening, enjoy a peaceful boat ride on Lake Mburo, where you’ll spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species as the sun sets over the water.

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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ElephantNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Kigarama Wilderness Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning Game drive and transfer to Entebbe

After breakfast, embark on an early morning game drive through Lake Mburo National Park. Enjoy sightings of zebras, impalas, buffaloes, elands, and other wildlife as they graze in the open savannah. After the game drive, begin your journey back to Entebbe, passing through beautiful countryside. Arrive in the evening, marking the end of your safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

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.