5-Day Wildlife & Gorilla Trekking Trip-Uganda

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

Transfer From Entebbe To Queen Elizabeth National Park

Your adventure begins with a pickup by our expert guide in a rugged 4x4 Land Cruiser. Traverse Uganda’s heartland, stopping at the Equator for playful photos and a hot lunch of local delicacies. Wind through Ankole’s iconic cattle ranches spot herds with majestic curved horns and lush tea plantations, where farmers pluck emerald leaves under the equatorial sun.
Arrive at your midrange lodge by dusk, nestled in the savannah. Unwind with a sundowner as elephants graze nearby and the sky blazes with African hues. Savor a hearty dinner under the stars, serenaded by nocturnal wildlife.

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:

The Bush Lodge (Banda)

• Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Morning Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Experience

Awake to the golden glow of dawn and savor a delicious African breakfast fresh tropical fruits, mandazi (sweet fried dough), and rich Ugandan coffee. Embark on a sunrise game drive across the savannah, spotting lions lazing in fig trees, elephants trumpeting at waterholes, and herds of Uganda kob grazing peacefully.

Next, dive into local life with a visit to Kasenyi Village. Witness the ancient art of salt mining at Lake Kasenyi, where artisans harvest "white gold" using traditional methods. Engage with friendly locals, learning their stories and crafts.

Return to your lodge for a leisurely lunch, then unwind with a homemade passionfruit juice on your private veranda, soaking in views of the wilderness. Later, glide along the Kazinga Channel on a serene boat cruise hippos wallow, crocodiles bask, and elephants splash in the golden light. Circle back via Mweya Peninsula, where buffalo and hyenas emerge in the dusk.

End the day with a gourmet dinner under starry skies.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation:

The Bush Lodge (Banda)

• Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

Travel from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest via the scenic Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive en route, spotting wildlife like elephants and antelopes. The journey continues through rolling hills, rural villages, and lush landscapes, offering a glimpse into Uganda’s natural beauty and local life. The drive takes 6–8 hours, ending at your lodge in Bwindi ready for the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience on the nest day.

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:

Bwindi Neck View Lodge

• Budget lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Mountain Gorilla Trekking

Awake to the misty embrace of Bwindi’s ancient forests and savor a hearty breakfast, ready for your life-changing gorilla trekking adventure. Trek through emerald jungles with expert rangers, spending an unforgettable hour with majestic mountain gorillas silverbacks commanding, juveniles tumbling, and mothers nurturing their young.

Return to your lodge for a gourmet lunch and a serene hours of relaxation, soaking in jungle views from your private veranda.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Bwindi Neck View Lodge

• Budget lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer To Entebbe International Airport

Transfer back to Entebbe via the scenic highlands, pausing at Igongo Cultural Centre for a handcrafted Ugandan feast savor smoked meats, fresh matooke, and vibrant storytelling under starlit skies.
Arrive in Entebbe international airport, our guide will say good bye to you as you set off for your next destination or let us extend your stay for more Ugandan wonders or let us arrange accommodation for you if you wish to stay for another day.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

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.