7-Day Uganda Wildlife and Primate Safari

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

Entebbe - Murchison Falls National Park - Ziwa rhino sanctuary

Rise early and set out on an unforgettable journey to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most iconic national park. En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a rare opportunity to track rhinos on foot with experienced rangers — a thrilling encounter that completes the African Big Five experience in Uganda. After lunch, continue north through scenic countryside towards the park. Upon arrival, settle into your lodge before heading out for an evening game drive in search of lions, leopards, hyenas, elephants, and other wildlife as the savannah comes alive at sunset. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

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:

Nkundwa Nile View Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Murchisons Falls National Park - Guided game drive and boat cruise

Wake up to the sounds of the African wilderness and enjoy an early morning tea or coffee before setting out for a sunrise game drive in Murchison Falls National Park. Explore the northern sector of the park in search of lions, giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, Jackson’s hartebeests, oribis, and an incredible variety of birdlife as the savannah comes alive with the first light of day. Return to the lodge for lunch and a short time to relax before your afternoon adventure.

Later, embark on a scenic boat cruise along the legendary Nile River towards the base of the mighty Murchison Falls. Along the riverbanks, spot hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and waterbucks gathering at the water’s edge. The cruise ends near the base of the falls, where you will begin a guided hike to the top for breathtaking views of the Nile squeezing powerfully through a narrow gorge before crashing below. Return to the lodge for a relaxed evening, dinner, and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Accommodation:

Nkundwa Nile View Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Murchison Falls - Queen Elizabeth National Park - scenic drive

After breakfast, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most diverse and scenic wildlife destinations. Enjoy lunch en route as you journey through rolling green hills, traditional African villages, tea and banana plantations, and vibrant countryside landscapes that offer a glimpse into everyday Ugandan life. Arrive at the lodge in the late afternoon or early evening and settle in surrounded by the beauty of the wilderness. If time permits, head out for an evening game drive in search of wildlife as the savannah begins to cool and come alive before sunset.

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:

Pumba Safari Cottages

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Queen Elizabeth National Park - Chimps, Wildlife & boat cruise

Enjoy an early breakfast before departing for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience in Kalinzu Forest Reserve. Upon arrival, you will receive a briefing from experienced guides before setting off on a guided forest walk in search of habituated chimpanzees. As you move through the lush tropical forest, listen to the calls echoing through the trees and witness these fascinating primates in their natural habitat — a truly thrilling wildlife encounter.

Later in the afternoon, return to Queen Elizabeth National Park for a scenic boat cruise along the famous Kazinga Channel. This wildlife-rich waterway offers exceptional sightings of elephants, hippos, buffaloes, crocodiles, and a remarkable variety of birdlife, including the rare shoebill stork. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation:

Pumba Safari Cottages

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Queen Elizabeth - game drive at Ishasha sector - Bwindi impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with a scenic game drive through the remote Ishasha Sector, famously known for its rare tree-climbing lions. Explore this vast savannah landscape in search of lions resting high in ancient fig trees, while also spotting topis, elephants, buffaloes, and other wildlife roaming the plains. Enjoy lunch in Ishasha before continuing your journey towards Bwindi. Along the way, watch the landscape transform dramatically from open savannah and rolling cultivated hills to the dense, mist-covered rainforest of Uganda’s legendary gorilla country.

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 trekking in Bwindi

Enjoy an early breakfast before transferring to the briefing point for the highlight of your Ugandan adventure — mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. After a detailed briefing from park rangers, set out on a guided trek through dense rainforest, bamboo-covered slopes, and misty mountain terrain in search of a habituated gorilla family. The trek can take anywhere between 3 to 6 hours depending on the movement of the gorillas, but the moment you come face to face with a majestic silverback and its family in the wild is an experience beyond words.

After this extraordinary encounter, return to the lodge for a late lunch and a relaxed afternoon at leisure. Take time to unwind, enjoy the peaceful forest surroundings, or indulge in a soothing massage at the lodge if desired.

Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

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)

Bwindi - Entebbe International Airport (visit the equator along the way)

After breakfast, check out of the lodge and enjoy a scenic boat transfer back to the mainland. Thereafter, begin your journey back towards Kampala or Entebbe International Airport, travelling through Uganda’s beautiful countryside with rolling hills, local villages, and vibrant roadside markets along the way. Stop for lunch en route and later visit the famous Uganda Equator for photographs, stretching your legs, and an opportunity to purchase locally made souvenirs and crafts. Continue onwards for your drop-off in Kampala or transfer to the airport for your outbound air transfer.
It is possible to book an air transfer from Kisoro airstrip to Entebbe at an extra cost.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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