6-Day Double Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife in Uganda

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

Pick-Up in Entebbe or Kampala - Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Your adventure begins with a warm welcome from your Wild Compass Africa safari guide, followed by a scenic drive to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest savannah park and a hidden gem. On arrival, check-in at your lodge and later embark on an evening game drive, where you might spot zebras, impalas, elands, giraffes, and even leopards.

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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ElephantNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Mpogo Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Nature Walk in Lake Mburo – Boat Safari on Kazinga Channel, Queen Elizabeth NP

Start your day with a guided morning nature walk, offering a unique opportunity to spot wildlife on foot and enjoy the peaceful savannah surroundings. Later, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park. After lunch, enjoy an unforgettable boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its high concentration of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffalo, and hundreds of bird species including African fish eagles and kingfishers.

Main Destination:

Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP)

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:

Elephant Hab Lodge

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kyambura Gorge - Game Drive via Ishasha -Transfer to Bwindi

Today, head out early for chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge, also known as the “Valley of Apes.” This lush gorge within Queen Elizabeth NP offers a dramatic setting for tracking chimpanzees and other primates.
After your trek, enjoy a game drive through the Ishasha sector, famed for its unique tree-climbing lions. Keep your eyes peeled! Later, continue south to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, where you’ll settle into your lodge on the edge of the jungle.

Main Destination:

Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)

Accommodation:

Four Gorillas Lodge

• Luxury lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

First Gorilla Trekking Experience-Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

After an early breakfast, transfer to the Bwindi Park headquarters for a briefing before your first gorilla trekking adventure. Led by experienced rangers, hike into the thick rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family. Spend one magical hour observing the gorillas, a truly emotional and unforgettable experience.
Return to the lodge to relax and enjoy the serene surroundings of the forest.

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:

Four Gorillas Lodge

• Luxury lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Second Gorilla Trek - Explore a New Gorilla Family

Today offers a rare opportunity for a second gorilla trek, this time with a different gorilla family and possibly in a different sector of the forest. This enhances your understanding of their diverse social structures and forest behavior. With two treks, you'll also increase your chances of outstanding photos and unique encounters.
After the trek, return to the lodge for a celebratory evening.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Four Gorillas Lodge

• Luxury lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Fly from Kisoro to Entebbe - Connect to International Flight

After breakfast, you’ll be transferred to Kisoro Airstrip for your scheduled domestic flight to Entebbe. Depending on your flight schedule, you may be able to connect directly to your international flight home.
Optional ending: This itinerary can also conclude in Rwanda. For travellers flying out of Kigali International Airport, we can organise a cross-border transfer from Bwindi to Kigali, including a city tour or a visit to the Kigali Genocide Memorial before your flight.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

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

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