7 Days Uganda Gorilla Trek and Wildlife Safari

This tour begins with an early pick-up from Entebbe International Airport or your hotel at 7:00AM  for the drive northwards to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest park.

En route, you will have a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided walking safari to track the endangered white rhinos and later, Continue to the park and visit the Top of the Falls, where the Nile violently squeezes through a narrow gorge before crashing down 45 metres—one of the most dramatic scenes in Africa. Giving off the beautiful views of the Magnificent Mur hison Falls.

Accommodation: Bamboo Murchsion Lodge, Pakuba Safari Lodge, Twiga Safari Lodge, Nile Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

Rise early for a game drive on the northern plains of Murchison Falls. Look out for elephants, giraffes, lions, buffaloes, hyenas, hartebeests, and antelopes. Birders will enjoy sightings of species like the Abyssinian ground hornbill and secretary birds.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise to the bottom of the falls. Glide past pods of hippos, crocodiles, elephants drinking on the riverbanks, and a host of aquatic birds. Optional hike to the top of the falls available for the adventurous.

Accommodation: Bamboo Murchsion Lodge, Pakuba Safari Lodge, Twiga Safari Lodge, Nile Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, depart for Kibale Forest, the primate capital of East Africa. Enjoy scenic views of Albertine escarpments, tea plantations, and traditional homesteads along the way.

In the afternoon, have lunch and take a guided walk through the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a haven for birders and primate lovers. Look out for monkeys, papyrus endemics, and the vibrant Great Blue Turaco.

Accommodation: Bweza Kibale Lodge/Tabebuia Spa & Resort
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Upon rising, enjoy breakfast and later, report at Kanyanchu Park offices for morning briefing and registration before engaging in an exhilarating chimpanzee tracking exercise in Kibale Forest National Park. In company of experienced park rangers, you will hike deep into the forest to find and observe chimpanzees up-close. You'll also spot other primates like red-tailed monkeys and grey-cheeked mangabeys.

Once located, enjoy an 1 hour stay with the chimpanzees; observing their behaviors in your presence, after this encounter, you will later, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. In the afternoon, embark on a Kazinga Channel boat cruise, a highlight for many travelers. Spot hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffalo, and vibrant birdlife along the water’s edge.

Accommodation: Eganzi Lodge/Buffalo Safari Lodge etc
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

With your moring cup of coffee, you will take an early game drive through the Kasenyi Plains for a chance to see lions, elephants, leopards, hyenas, and large herds of antelope.

Later, set off for the journey  to Bwindi Forest NP; Driving through the Ishasha Sector, renowned for its tree-climbing lions, often spotted lounging in fig trees. Proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, arriving in the late afternoon.

Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge, Lake Mulehe Safari Lodge, Four Gorilla Cousins Lodge, Mt Gahinga
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Today is the ultimate highlight—gorilla trekking. After an early breakfast, head to the park Bwindi Park headquarters for a safety briefing, registration and group allocation. With your ranger and guides, venture into the thick rainforest in search of one of Bwindi’s habituated gorilla families.

Once found, spend an unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural environment.

In the afternoon, engage in a Batwa cultural experience, learning about the traditional lifestyle, music, and storytelling of the forest’s original people.

Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge, Lake Mulehe Safari Lodge, Four Gorilla Cousins Lodge, Mt Gahinga
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Have breakfast at leisure and begin the return journey to Entebbe, enjoying scenic countryside views and an en-route stop for lunch and Equator for photography. Depending on your flight time, you will be dropped off at your hotel or directly at Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.

Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
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