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$3,015 to $3,069 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrival at Entebbe International Airport

Arrival at Entebbe International Airport

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by an Afriquest Travels representative and transferred to your accommodation in Entebbe. Check in, have dinner and relax after your journey.

Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a short excursion around Entebbe or spend the rest of the day at leisure.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
Airport Guesthouse Entebbe
  • Mid-range guest house located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park and Afternoon Game Drive

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park and Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, depart for Lake Mburo National Park, enjoying scenic views of Uganda’s countryside, rolling hills, and local communities along the way. Stop at the Equator crossing for photographs and a short break before continuing to the park.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive through the park’s savannah plains and acacia woodlands in search of zebras, giraffes, impalas, buffaloes, and other wildlife.
Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionNone
Activities:
  • Afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Eagle's Nest Camp
  • Budget tented bush camp located just outside Lake Mburo NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Morning Walking Safari and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Morning Walking Safari and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After an early breakfast, join an experienced park ranger for a guided walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park. Explore the savannah on foot while observing wildlife such as zebras, impalas, giraffes and buffaloes and learn about animal tracks, plants and the park’s ecosystem.

After the walking safari, return to the lodge, check out and begin your journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy scenic views of southwestern Uganda’s countryside, rolling hills and local communities, with a lunch stop along the way.
Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and relax as you prepare for the following day’s wildlife activities.

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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ZebraNone
Activities:
  • Early morning walking safari (with an armed guide)
Accommodation:
Pumba Safari Cottages
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Morning Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Morning Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

After an early breakfast, head into Queen Elizabeth National Park for a morning game drive. Explore the savannah plains in search of elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, warthogs, and other wildlife. With luck, you may also spot lions and leopards.

Return to the lodge for lunch before proceeding to the Kazinga Channel for an afternoon boat cruise. Observe hippos, crocodiles, elephants and numerous water birds along the channel while enjoying views of the surrounding landscapes.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Activities:
  • Early morning game drive (pop-up roof minivan) & afternoon boat trip
Accommodation:
Pumba Safari Cottages
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, depart Queen Elizabeth National Park and travel towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas.

Depending on your route, enjoy a drive through the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Look out for elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and other wildlife before continuing through the beautiful highlands of southwestern Uganda.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and relax. Your guide will brief you on the following day’s gorilla trekking 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

Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
Gorilla Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Experience

Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Batwa Cultural Experience

After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Begin your guided trek through Bwindi’s dense rainforest in search of a mountain gorilla family.

The trek may take several hours, depending on the gorillas’ location and the terrain. Once the gorillas are located, spend up to one hour observing them in their natural habitat and learning about their behaviour and conservation.

In the afternoon, enjoy a Batwa cultural experience, offering insight into the traditions, heritage, and forest-based history of the Batwa community.
Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Activities:
  • Early morning gorilla tracking & afternoon nature hike/walk
Accommodation:
Gorilla Valley Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi and Canoe Boat Experience

Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi and Canoe Boat Experience

After breakfast, check out and depart for Lake Bunyonyi, one of Uganda’s most scenic lakes, surrounded by terraced hills and dotted with numerous islands.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a traditional canoe excursion across the lake, exploring its beautiful islands and enjoying views of the surrounding landscapes. You may also visit a nearby community to learn about local traditions and daily life.

Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi
Activities:
  • Afternoon canoe/mokoro safari
Accommodation:
Bunyonyi Overland Resort
  • Budget resort located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Transfer to Entebbe International Airport

Transfer to Entebbe International Airport

After breakfast, check out and begin your journey back to Entebbe. Enjoy the scenic countryside of southwestern Uganda, passing through rural communities and beautiful landscapes.

Stop for lunch along the way before continuing to Entebbe International Airport for your departure.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by Afriquest Travels, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.