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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
Welcome to Uganda, the Pearl of Africa! Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, your professional safari guide from Gorilla Hour will greet you and brief you about the adventure ahead. Drive to your Hotel within the lakeside city of Entebbe, for check-in and dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- The Boma Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Transfer to Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
After breakfast, set off on a scenic drive northwards through rolling hills and roadside markets to our first Stopover at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting guided walk to see Uganda’s only wild rhinos up close. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest protected area; by the time you arrive, it will be time to wind down and relax to enjoy the first night in the wild and close to the Nile.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Paraa Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Game Drive, Boat Safari & Top of the Falls
Game Drive, Boat Safari & Top of the Falls
Rise early for a sunrise game drive across the lush plains, where wildlife is most active. Spot herds of elephants, giraffes, buffalo, lions, leopards, hartebeest, and more as the golden morning light blankets the Savannah. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Nile, gliding past pods of hippos, basking crocodiles, and elephants drinking at the water’s edge. The cruise ends at the base of the magnificent falls, for photography and capturing the breath taking moments of being so close to the mighty and powerful Murchison Falls. Finish the Nile exploration with a visit to the top of the falls where the mighty Nile squeezes through a narrow 7-meter gorge with thunderous power. The view is breathtaking rainbows forming in the spray as the world’s longest river crashes down.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Paraa Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Enjoy breakfast as you prepare for a long but scenic drive through Uganda’s heartland. The journey reveals the country’s rural beauty: tea plantations, banana groves, and colorful roadside markets. Arrive at Kibale Forest National Park, home to 13 primate species, and settle into a forest lodge. Evening at leisure listening to the symphony of the rainforest.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpundu Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Nature/Village Walk
Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Nature/Village Walk
After a briefing, head into the dense rainforest for chimpanzee tracking. Listen for their loud pant-hoots echoing through the canopy, then watch them swing, feed, and groom each other in their natural habitat. Kibale is also home to red colobus monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, and rich birdlife. In the afternoon, visit the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run project offering a chance to see rare birds like the great blue turaco, plus butterflies and primates along wooden boardwalks.
Overnight in Kibale.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpundu Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Kibale - Proceed to Queen Elizabeth NP
Kibale - Proceed to Queen Elizabeth NP
Drive south toward Queen Elizabeth National Park, set against the stunning backdrop of the Rwenzori Mountains. On arrival, enjoy a short game drive in the Kasenyi sector, an area rich in antelopes and big cats. As the sun sets, watch the savannah glow with elephants and buffalo grazing in the golden light.
Overnight in Queen Elizabeth NP.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mweya Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Start your day with a sunrise game drive, where lions patrol the plains and elephants move gracefully in family groups. Later, embark on the famous Kazinga Channel boat cruise, a highlight of Queen Elizabeth. This natural waterway connecting Lake George and Lake Edward is packed with hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffalo, and over 600 bird species. The afternoon is free for another game drive or relaxation at your lodge. Overnight in Queen Elizabeth NP.
- Main Destination:
- Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP)
- Accommodation:
- Mweya Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Ishasha Sector - Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Ishasha Sector - Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Head south to the Ishasha sector, known for its rare tree-climbing lions, often seen resting lazily in fig trees. Continue into the rolling highlands of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. The misty atmosphere and ancient rainforest set the stage for the highlight of your safari.
Overnight in Bwindi.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Mahogany Springs Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Gorilla Tracking Experience - Bwindi
Gorilla Tracking Experience - Bwindi
Today is the highlight of your journey! After a morning briefing by park rangers, set off into the dense, misty forest in search of a gorilla family. The trek may take 2–6 hours, depending on their location, but the reward is unmatched: standing within meters of a mountain gorilla family, watching them feed, play, and interact. It’s an emotional, once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter. In the evening, return to your lodge and soak in the magic of the day.
Overnight in Bwindi.
- Main Destination:
- Buhoma Sector (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
- Accommodation:
- Mahogany Springs Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Batwa Cultural Experience - Lake Mburo NP
Batwa Cultural Experience - Lake Mburo NP
After breakfast, visit the Batwa community in Buhoma, indigenous forest dwellers who share their traditional songs, dances, and survival skills, offering a glimpse into their centuries-old way of life. Later, proceed to Lake Mburo National Park, overnight at Lake Mburo.
- Main Destination:
- Batwa Experience (Highlight)
- Accommodation:
- Kigambira Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Explore Lake Mburo NP
Explore Lake Mburo NP
Spend a full day in Lake Mburo National Park, a compact park known for its open acacia woodlands, savannah, and rich wildlife. You will do an early morning walking safari for close encounters with the wildlife on foot, spotting zebras, elands, impalas, topis, and warthogs. Followed by an afternoon boat cruise on the Lake Mburo where hippos and crocodiles thrive and fish eagles soar above offering an excellent game watching experience. The park’s smaller scale makes it perfect for intimate wildlife encounters. You relax in the evening at the lodge, overnight spent in Lake Mburo NP.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kigambira Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Equator - Departure
Equator - Departure
Depart the park and stop at the Equator line for photos and crafts shopping before arriving back in Entebbe in the evening. Depending on your departure time, enjoy a traditional Ugandan meal before transferring to Entebbe Airport for your outbound flight. This will mark the end of the 12 days of tracking gorillas in Uganda; carry with you many memories of wild and cultural encounters in the Pearl of Africa.
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
