$3,641 pp (USD)
2 travelers on Start dateArrival
Arrival
Day 1
Pickup from the Airport
Pickup from the Airport
Upon arrival at the Entebbe International Airport, there will be a routine clearance process. Once through, you will meet our company professional tour driver-guide who will receive and brief you on your 10 day experiential safari in Uganda– the Pearl of Africa. Thereafter, you will transfer to the booked accommodation. You will check in and rest to recover from jet lag and adjust to the time difference.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- Victoria Rock Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
You will have a relaxed breakfast at about 7 am, and then embark on a journey to Kibale Forest National Park. The park is popular for its primates such as chimpanzees, black and white colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, L'Hoest's monkeys, and Grey Cheeked Mangabeys. Upon reaching Kibale, you will have lunch at the lodge, relax, and settle in after your journey.
Later, after some rest, you will set out to explore the beautiful Crater lakes of Kibale if you love scenery, primates, and bird sightings. You will enjoy a guided hike to the scenic lakes, each offering stunning views and opportunities for birdwatching.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kibale River Camp
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Chimps trekking & Bigodi wetland walk
Chimps trekking & Bigodi wetland walk
After an early breakfast, you will head out to the briefing center where you will receive important information about the do's and don'ts for chimpanzee trekking. Afterwards, head into Kibale Forest for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience. Encounter these intelligent and playful primates in their natural habitat, along with other primates like red colobus and L’Hoest monkeys as well as variety of bird species. You will have an entire hour to observe them in their natural habitat.
Thereafter, you will return for lunch.
After lunch, you will go on an excursion to Bigodi Wetlands, known for its diverse ecosystem including primates and birds. Following the excursion- It's during this excursion that you will visit the near by community for a tea harvesting experience and coffee brewing. Thereafter, return to the lodge for dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kibale River Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at your accommodation. Later, we check out and drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will arrive at Queen Elizabeth NP early enough to relax and have lunch. In the afternoon, go for a game drive. Keep an eye out for wildlife such as reedbuck, bushbuck, kob, warthog, elephants, lions, and buffaloes, among others.
Alternatively, you can opt for the breathtaking explosion crater drive. This is a sightseeing drive offering spectacular views of the magnificent scenery in and around Queen Elizabeth NP. You may also spot some wildlife along the drive, with Cape buffaloes and elephants being the most frequently seen. Return to the hotel for relaxation, dinner, and your overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Morning game drive & afternoon boat cruise
Morning game drive & afternoon boat cruise
After your breakfast, get ready for an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. We traverse through the Kasenyi Plains, the most popular game viewing area, known for large herds of Uganda kob, waterbuck, and buffalo—and the lions that stalk them.
Keep your eyes open for elephants, warthogs, hyenas, and leopards hidden among the thickets. Bird lovers are in for a treat, too—this park hosts over 600 bird species, including colorful bee-eaters, kingfishers, and the iconic African fish eagle..
After the game drive, return to your accommodation for some rest and lunch. After lunch, enjoy a 2-hour boat ride on the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway that connects Lakes George and Edward. During the trip, you'll witness wildlife sightings, including giant hippos, elephants, and crocodiles, along with a variety of birds along the water shores. If you're still interested, you can take another game drive to capture the last moments of the wildlife you've been longing to see.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Ishasha to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Ishasha to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
After enjoying a relaxed breakfast, you will embark on a scenic journey to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, which is famous for its resident tree-climbing lions. Although the chance of spotting these lions is about 70%, they can be difficult to spot, especially when they are down in the grassland searching for prey. If you do get the chance to spot them, the sight of other wildlife will be spectacular!
From Ishasha, you will proceed to accommodation near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Upon arrival, you will have a less to do and will simply need to check in to your accommodation and relax as you prepare for the Bwindi gorilla trekking experience the following day.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Haven Lodge Buhoma Community
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Gorilla trekking experience
Gorilla trekking experience
Your day begins early. After a briefing at the park headquarters, you join a small group of trekkers, led by experienced guides and trackers, and enter the dense forest. The air is fresh, the ground soft underfoot, and every sound—from chirping birds to rustling leaves—adds to the anticipation.
The trek can be short or last several hours, depending on the location of the gorilla family. The path winds through ancient rainforest, up mossy hillsides and across tangled vines. Every step feels like an expedition into the unknown. Once a gorilla group has been located, you will have an unforgettable opportunity to spend an hour in their presence, observing these gentle yet endangered giants.
After the trek, head back to your accommodation, check out, and then transfer to Kisoro, which is close to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Spend the night at Travelers Inn.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
-
Travellers Rest Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Golden Monkey trekking (Mgahinga National Park)
Golden Monkey trekking (Mgahinga National Park)
Start the day with an early breakfast and then driving to the park headquarters. At the park headquarters, you will receive a briefing from a rangers on the do's and don’ts for the Golden monkey trekking.
After the briefing, you will venture into the Mgahinga Forest for the golden monkey trek with a knowledgeable guide. These creatures are known for being playful and curious, making for a unique wildlife experience. You will have the opportunity to observe and photograph them as they go about their activities in the forest. Besides Golden monkeys, Mgahinga boasts of over 76 mammals which include elephants, giant forest hog, bush pigs and bush back, as well as over 180 bird species including the 14 endemic Albertine rift notably the Kivu ground thrush and turaco.
Following the golden monkey trek, you will transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation and an overnight stay. Lake Bunyonyi is a beautiful lake known for its stunning scenery and tranquil atmosphere.
- Main Destination:
- Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Bunyonyi View Resort
Wildlife in Mgahinga Gorilla NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
After your relaxed breakfast, you embark on a thrilling boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi to explore its iconic islands, including the most famous one, "Punishment Island," and gain a deeper understanding of its historical significance.
After the boat cruise, you will check out and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park, which is about a 2-hour journey. Upon arrival at Lake Mburo, you will have lunch at your accommodation and then have the afternoon and evening to relax. At 6:30 pm, you will head out for the breathtaking Mburo night game drive. During the game drive, you can expect to see nocturnal creatures such as civets, hyenas, owls, and the elusive leopards, among others.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Eagle's Nest Camp
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Morning Nature Walk and transfer back to Kampala
Morning Nature Walk and transfer back to Kampala
After having breakfast, together with an armed ranger, you will go on an early nature walk in Lake Mburo National Park. This walk provides a great opportunity to connect with nature and observe wildlife up close. You will have a wonderful time exploring the wonders of Lake Mburo National Park on foot. This park is the only place in Uganda where you can see impalas in the wild, and it's one of the few parks where zebras roam freely — often seen grazing alongside topis, elands, buffaloes, waterbucks, and warthogs.
After the nature walk, you will return to the accommodation for check out and begin the journey back to Entebbe Airport for your departure. Don't forget to stop at the Uganda Equator line for lunch and some memorable photos. Your driver/guide will then drop you off at Entebbe Airport.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
