5-Day Wildlife, Chimpanzee and Gorilla Trekking

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

Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park

You'll begin your journey with an early morning transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. En route, you will stop at the Uganda Equator for memorable photos and a brief demonstration of the Coriolis effect. You'll continue your drive through Uganda’s scenic countryside, passing picturesque rolling hills, banana plantations, and traditional villages. You'll enjoy a relaxing lunch in Mbarara, a lively town in western Uganda. After lunch, proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in the late afternoon. If time permits, you'll embark on a sunset game drive, where you may spot elephants, antelopes, buffalo, or even a leopard. You'll soak in the stunning views of the savannah as the day winds down. This scenic drive offers the perfect introduction to Uganda’s rich landscapes and 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

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Big Game Adventure & Kazinga Channel Experience

You'll set out early for an exciting morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains in Queen Elizabeth National Park, when wildlife is most active. As you explore the vast savannah, you'll have excellent chances of spotting lions, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, and a variety of bird species, with the early hours offering the best opportunity to see predators on the move. After the drive, you'll return to the lodge for a late breakfast and time to relax. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a memorable boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, the natural waterway linking Lake Edward and Lake George. Renowned for its remarkable concentration of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and abundant birdlife, including pelicans, African fish eagles, and kingfishers, the cruise offers outstanding wildlife viewing and exceptional photography opportunities.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation:

The Bush Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Chimpanzee Tracking and Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions

You'll begin your day with an early breakfast before heading to Kyambura Gorge for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience. You'll descend into the lush "Valley of Apes" to track wild chimpanzees in their natural habitat, with opportunities to spot monkeys, colorful birds, and other forest wildlife. After the trek, you'll return to the lodge to freshen up and enjoy an early lunch. In the afternoon, you'll drive south through the renowned Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you'll enjoy a game drive in search of the famous tree-climbing lions, elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes. You'll then continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, arriving at your lodge in the evening, surrounded by the misty forests that shelter the endangered mountain gorillas.

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:

Bweza Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Experience

After an early breakfast, you'll begin your unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Following a safety briefing, you'll venture into the misty rainforest in search of the endangered mountain gorillas. Depending on their location, the trek may take 2–6 hours through dense forest rich in birdlife and unique flora. Once you find the gorillas, you'll spend a magical hour observing them in their natural habitat. After the trek, you'll enjoy either a packed lunch or return to the lodge for a freshly prepared meal. In the afternoon, you'll visit the Batwa community for a cultural experience, learning about their traditional forest lifestyle, music, dance, and customs before returning to the lodge for a relaxing evening.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Bweza Gorilla Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Entebbe

You'll enjoy a relaxed breakfast at the lodge before beginning your scenic drive back to Kampala. Along the way, you'll travel through Uganda's rolling hills, terraced farmlands, and vibrant local towns, offering plenty of opportunities to admire the country's beautiful countryside. You'll stop for lunch en route and make a memorable visit to the Equator for photos and souvenir shopping before continuing your journey. You'll arrive in Kampala in the evening, marking the end of your unforgettable Ugandan safari, filled with lasting memories of incredible wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and warm hospitality.

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.