5-Day Uganda Gorilla & Wildlife Camping Safari

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

Transfer from Kampala to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Depart from Kampala after a delicious breakfast at your lodge. Journey southwest towards Queen Elizabeth National Park, making a stopover at the equator in Kayabwe to capture memorable photos and engage in an intriguing water experiment. Continue the drive, savoring an authentic local lunch at Igongo Cultural Center. Arrive at Queen Elizabeth National Park in the evening, where you’ll enjoy relaxation, dinner, and an overnight camping experience at Twin Lakes Campsite or Kazinga Channel View Resort.

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:

Enshama Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Game Drive and Boat Cruise along the Kazinga Channel

Start your day with an early morning cup of coffee before embarking on an exciting game drive in the Kasenyi tracks of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Witness an incredible array of wildlife, including cape buffaloes, leopards, elephants, and a variety of antelope species. The park is also a haven for bird enthusiasts, with over 600 bird species to discover. After lunch, embark on a mesmerizing boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you can spot more wildlife. Return to the campsite for overnight camping.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation:

Enshama Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Pass through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for its famous tree-climbing lions. Marvel at these unique lions and capture incredible photographs. Enjoy a lunch stop at a coffee plantation in Kanungu, where you’ll learn about traditional coffee growing practices and their cultural significance. Arrive at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park in the evening and settle in for dinner and an overnight camping experience.

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:

Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse

• Budget guest house located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Prepare for an exhilarating day as you embark on a gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. After a briefing at the park headquarters, venture into the forest in search of the rare mountain gorillas. Spend a magical hour observing these incredible creatures in their natural habitat, capturing cherished memories through your camera lens. After the trek, transfer to the picturesque Lake Bunyonyi, where you can relax, enjoy dinner, and spend the night at an eco-resort or Bunyonyi Overland Resort.

Main Destination:

Lake Bunyonyi

Accommodation:

Hawk's Eye Lodge Bunyonyi

• Budget lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer back to Kampala

After a hearty breakfast, begin your journey back to Kampala. Marvel at the scenic highlands of the Kigezi region during the approximately seven-hour drive. Take a lunch break in Mbarara and seize the opportunity to capture photos and learn about the local culture at Igongo Cultural Centre. Resume the drive to Kampala, where you will bid farewell to this incredible safari experience.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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