6-Day Uganda Budget Gorillas, Chimps & Wildlife Safari

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

Arrival in Entebbe – Welcome to the Pearl of Africa

Upon landing at Entebbe International Airport, your friendly safari guide from Naleyo Tours and Travels will meet you and transfer you to a budget-friendly guesthouse. You'll take a relaxing stroll along the shores of Lake Victoria or explore the Entebbe Botanical Gardens, a peaceful haven filled with exotic plants and birdlife. You'll enjoy a warm welcome dinner and a briefing about the exciting safari ahead. Tonight, rest well and prepare for your adventure into Uganda’s lush wilderness.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City, Uganda)

Accommodation:

Airport Guesthouse Entebbe

• Mid-range guest house located in Entebbe (City)

Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Kibale Forest – Chimpanzees and Wetlands

After an early breakfast, you'll depart Entebbe and journey through rolling hills, tea plantations, and small villages toward Kibale Forest, the primate capital of East Africa. In the afternoon, you'll embark on a guided chimpanzee trek through dense tropical forest. Listen to the echoes of chimps calling as they swing from tree to tree—a truly unforgettable experience! Later, you'll stroll through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, spotting colorful birds, butterflies, and maybe even swamp-dwelling monkeys. You'll spend the night at a cozy budget lodge, surrounded by nature and ready for tomorrow’s wildlife adventures.

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

Accommodation:

Kibale Chimps Villas Lodge

• Budget tented camp located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Savannah Wildlife & Kazinga Cruise

You'll wake up to the sounds of the forest before heading south to Queen Elizabeth National Park. On arrival, you will embark on a thrilling game drive across the savannah plains. Keep your camera ready: herds of elephants, buffalo, Uganda kob, warthogs, and possibly lions and leopards roam freely. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a relaxing boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, watching hippos wallow in the water, crocodiles basking on the banks, and a stunning array of water birds. You'll retire at your lodge for a rest, while you fall asleep to the distant calls of wildlife.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)

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:

Queen Elizabeth Safari Lodge

• Budget lodge located less than 1hr drive from Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ishasha - Bwindi – Tree-Climbing Lions and Scenic Drive

After breakfast, you'll travel through the Ishasha sector, famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. You'll stop for photos of these magnificent big cats lounging in acacia trees before continuing through scenic countryside and charming villages toward Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to almost half of the world’s mountain gorillas. You'll check into your lodge, relax, and enjoy the breathtaking views of forested hills, preparing for the highlight of your safari tomorrow.

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:

Buhoma Community Rest Camp

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Gorilla Trekking Adventure

Rise early for a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience. After a briefing with park rangers, you'll trek through lush, misty forest in search of a gorilla family. The trek may last 2–6 hours, depending on their location, but every step brings excitement. Finally, you'll spend an unforgettable hour observing the gentle giants in their natural habitat—playing, eating, and interacting with one another. In the afternoon, optional visits to a Batwa community provide insight into the local forest-dwelling culture. You'll return to your lodge to share stories of your incredible day.

Main Destination:

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Accommodation:

Buhoma Community Rest Camp

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

Meals & Drinks:

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

Return to Kigali (Rwanda) or Entebbe – Farewell Uganda

After breakfast, you'll begin your journey back. If flying out of Kigali, cross the border into Rwanda, stopping for scenic photos along the way. Optional short city tours allow you to explore Kigali’s craft markets or the moving Genocide Memorial before departure. If returning to Entebbe, you will enjoy the scenic drive back through Uganda’s rolling hills. Your safari ends with treasured memories of wildlife, primates, and the warm hospitality of Uganda.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City, Uganda)

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.