6-Day Uganda Wildlife & Chimpanzee Safari

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

Arrival in Entebbe – Queen Elizabeth National Park

Upon arrival in Entebbe, meet your safari guide and begin the journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy scenic views of Uganda’s countryside, with a stop at the Equator for photographs and a brief experience of this famous landmark. Continue towards Queen Elizabeth National Park, with a visit to the Twin Lakes viewpoint along the way, time permitting.

Arrive at your accommodation, relax, and enjoy dinner.

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

Activities:

• Evening game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Pumba Safari Cottages

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Queen Elizabeth National Park – Game Drives & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Rise early for a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Explore the savannah plains in search of elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, and other wildlife.

Return to the lodge for breakfast and some relaxation before lunch.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its large concentrations of hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife. Keep an eye out for elephants and buffaloes gathering along the water’s edge.

Depending on time and wildlife activity, enjoy an evening game drive before returning to the lodge for dinner.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle), afternoon boat trip & evening game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Pumba Safari Cottages

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Kyambura Gorge Chimpanzee Trekking & Kibale Crater Lakes

After breakfast, head to Kyambura Gorge for a guided chimpanzee trekking experience. Accompanied by experienced park guides, explore the lush gorge forest in search of chimpanzees and discover the unique ecosystem known as the “Valley of Apes.”

After the trek, continue towards the Kibale region. In the afternoon, enjoy a visit to the beautiful crater lakes around Fort Portal, with opportunities for scenic views, photographs, and a relaxing nature walk around the lakes, time permitting.

Later, check in at your accommodation and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

Main Destination:

Kibale National Park (Chimps)

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ChimpanzeeCommon

ElephantOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

LionVery Rare

LeopardVery Rare

HippoRare

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Activities:

• Early morning chimpanzee tracking & afternoon nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Kibale Forest Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Kibale Region – Murchison Falls National Park

After breakfast, begin the journey north towards Murchison Falls National Park. Enjoy the changing landscapes of Uganda as you travel through rural communities, farmland, and scenic countryside.

This is a longer transfer day, so there will be opportunities for comfort breaks and lunch along the way.

Arrive at your accommodation near Murchison Falls National Park later in the day. Depending on your arrival time, relax at the lodge and enjoy the natural surroundings before dinner.

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

Show more

LeopardOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Activities:

• Evening game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Murchison Bush Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Murchison Falls NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Game Drives & Nile Boat Safari

Rise early for a morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park. Explore the northern savannah plains in search of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, hartebeests, and, with luck, lions and leopards.

Return for breakfast and some relaxation before enjoying lunch.

In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari along the River Nile towards the base of the magnificent Murchison Falls. Along the riverbanks, look for hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and a wide variety of birds. Enjoy spectacular views as the Nile approaches the dramatic waterfall.

After the boat safari, return to the lodge for dinner and your final overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Murchison Falls National Park

Activities:

• Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle), afternoon boat trip & evening game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Murchison Bush Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Murchison Falls NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Murchison Falls National Park – Kampala/Entebbe

Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before beginning your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe.

Travel through Uganda’s beautiful countryside, with comfort stops along the way. Arrival time will depend on your final destination, road conditions, and traffic.

This marks the end of your memorable six-day Uganda wildlife safari.

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)

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