7-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Big Five Exploration

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

Transfer to Murchison Falls with a Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Kick off your safari with an early breakfast before being picked up by your driver-guide from your hotel or the airport. Your journey begins with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exhilarating trek to observe the majestic rhinos—the only members of the Big Five missing in Murchison Falls National Park. After lunch at the sanctuary, continue to Murchison Falls, arriving in the evening. Enjoy a short evening game drive before settling into your lodge for the night.

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
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Boat Cruise and Game Drive Adventure

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic 3-hour boat cruise on the Nile River, observing hippos, crocodiles, and elephants along the shore. Return to the lodge for lunch and rest before an exciting afternoon. Embark on an Afternoon game drive on the northern bank of Murchison Falls National Park. Witness diverse wildlife, including lions, giraffes, elephants, and numerous bird species.

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)

Journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park, stopping for lunch en route. This scenic journey takes you through vibrant African villages, tea plantations, and banana fields. Arrive at your lodge in the evening, with the option of an evening game drive if time permits.

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:

Elephant Hab Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Trekking and Scenic Boat Cruise

Start the day with breakfast, then head to Kyambura Gorge for an early morning chimpanzee trekking adventure. After a briefing, embark on a forest hike where you may encounter these intelligent primates in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, enjoy a launch cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you’ll see elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and a myriad of bird species, including the rare shoebill.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation:

Elephant Hab Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Journey to Bwindi through Ishasha Sector

On your way to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, traverse the Ishasha Sector, renowned for its tree-climbing lions. Watch for lions nestled in the fig trees, along with topis and elephants in this stunning savannah landscape. Enjoy lunch in Ishasha before continuing onward to Bwindi, where the terrain shifts dramatically to lush jungle-covered mountains.

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:

Gorilla Mist Camp

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking Followed by Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Have an early breakfast and head to the briefing point for your highly anticipated gorilla trekking adventure. Depending on the gorilla family assigned to you, this trek can last 3 to 6 hours through breathtaking rainforest and bamboo slopes. Savor the unique experience of observing the mountain gorillas up close, with a packed lunch enjoyed in the forest. Afterward, relax at your lodge before transferring to Lake Bunyonyi for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi

Meals & Drinks:

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

Journey to Entebbe Airport with a Visit to the Equator

After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe International Airport, with a stop at the Equator for memorable photographs and souvenir shopping. Following lunch, continue to the airport for your flight home, concluding your unforgettable Ugandan safari.

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.