Kaizer Gorillas Tours and Travel

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Arrrival at entebbe

Arrrival at entebbe

Upon your arrival in Entebbe, your personal guide will greet you and drive you to your hotel. Enjoy a relaxing evening as you prepare for your adventure. Relax for the rest of the day as you prepare to start your safari the next day. You can opt for a short city tour depending on the time of arrival.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
ViaVia Entebbe Guesthouse
  • Budget hostel located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Boat Tour To mabamba swamp

Boat Tour To mabamba swamp

You'll start your journey with an early morning visit to Mabamba Swamp, a premier birding destination. You'll glide through the serene waters by canoe, seeking out the majestic Shoebill Stork alongside other species like the African Water Rail and Purple Gallinule. After the birding expedition, you'll embark on a scenic drive to Kibale National Park, passing through lush tea plantations and vibrant countryside. You'll settle into your forest lodge and unwind.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
ViaVia Entebbe Guesthouse
  • Budget hostel located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Journey to Lake Mburo National Park

Journey to Lake Mburo National Park

After breakfast, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park (3-hour drive) with a stop at the equator for photographs. Expect en-route game viewing of animals such as zebra, impala, and eland. You will also see other savannah plains species and birds like the African finfoot, papyrus, bushshrike, etc. After lunch, take an afternoon boat trip on Lake Mburo to see hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species, including the rare shoebill.

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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LionNone
Accommodation:
Hyena Hill Lodge
  • Budget lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Game Drive in Lake Mburo National Park and Travel Onward

Game Drive in Lake Mburo National Park and Travel Onward

Early this morning, you’ll head out on a game drive in Lake Mburo National Park, very unique and exciting activity, to catch up with the early risers returning to their hideouts Afterwards, you’ll drive through beautiful mountain scenery to the picturesque Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa’s most stunning lakes, home to over 200 bird species.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation:
Keije Resort Bunyonyi
  • Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi

Relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi

The journey takes you through beautiful views of Kigezi Hills, “the Switzerland of Africa”. Have a picnic lunch en-route and relax in the evening as you wait for dinner. Enjoy the tranquility of the lake, take a short boat trip among the many islands, or watch the numerous bird species for which the lake is famous.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation:
Keije Resort Bunyonyi
  • Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Journey to Bwindi National Park

Journey to Bwindi National Park

Today, you’ll travel onward into the dense Rainforest of Bwindi National Park. The afternoon is free for you to relax or, if you wish, join an optional village tour to see the Batwa community who used to live with the gorillas in the forest. Return too the hotel for over night stay.

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

Accommodation:
Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi National Park

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi National Park

After breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters (with a packed lunch and water) for a briefing, before setting off to the forest in search of the gorillas. The time taken searching for these humble giant apes is unpredictable. However, it ranges between 2-8 hours depending on their movement. The activity goes through steep rocks, winding up and down, making it tiresome. However, the thrill of encountering these giant primates far outweighs this drawback.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Gorilla Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Bwindi National Park – Queen Elizabeth National Park

Bwindi National Park – Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, you’ll continue your journey with your private guide into the expansive Savannahs of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions and diverse wildlife. In the afternoon, you’ll enjoy a boat trip on kazinga known famous as Hippo paradise. Expect to see a lot of aquatic wildlife like crocodiles, elephants and many others.

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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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Enshama Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Early in the morning, you’ll set off once again on safari. You’ll explore the park in search of lions, elephants, and many other animals. In the afternoon, you have time at leisure or can choose to join another game drive.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Enshama Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Heading to the Rwenzori Mountains

Heading to the Rwenzori Mountains

With your private guide, you’ll leave Queen Elizabeth National Park and drive toward the impressive Rwenzori Mountains. Along the way, you’ll enjoy fantastic views of the snow-capped peaks of the “Mountains of the Moon.” After lunch with panoramic views, the journey continues to the lush region around Fort Portal.

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

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LionVery Rare
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Rubalika Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range tented camp bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 11

Chimpanzees in Kibale Forest

Chimpanzees in Kibale Forest

Today, you’ll be right in the middle of the action as wild chimpanzees start their day in Kibale Forest. You’ll accompany a ranger and observe the animals for several hours in their natural habitat – an unforgettable adventure offering fascinating insights into the lives of these intelligent primates.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent)
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 12

Journey to Murchison Falls National Park

Journey to Murchison Falls National Park

Have breakfast and then proceed to Murchison Falls National Park. You will arrive in the afternoon, in time for lunch. Drive directly to the top of the falls from where the park derives its name. Here, you will see the calm Nile forcing itself through a narrow gorge of 7 meters wide to fall a distance of about 150 ft down, producing a thunderous roar of whitewater - incredible scenery. Have an evening game drive as your proceed to your lodge.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures)

Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
Show more
LeopardOccasional
ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Nkundwa Nile View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 13

Safari and Nile Boat Trip in Murchison Falls National Park

Safari and Nile Boat Trip in Murchison Falls National Park

You’ll set out on a game drive in the northern part of the park, known for Rothschild’s giraffes, elephants, and numerous antelope species. In the afternoon, you’ll experience a boat trip on the Nile all the way to the mighty Murchison Falls. Return to the lodge for over night stay.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Nkundwa Nile View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 14

Full-Day Safari in Murchison Falls National Park

Full-Day Safari in Murchison Falls National Park

Early in the morning, you’ll depart for an extended game drive in the southern part of the park. You’ll traverse open savannahs and acacia woodlands, spotting elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, and various antelope species. After a picnic in the wild, you’ll continue exploring other routes along the Nile in the afternoon.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Nkundwa Nile View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 15

Rhino Sanctuary and Return

Rhino Sanctuary and Return

On your way back to Entebbe, you’ll visit the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you can track these impressive rhinos on foot. After this final highlight, you’ll drive back to Entebbe and be taken to the airport or your hotel for your onward journey as we end the trip.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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  • This tour is offered by Kaizer Gorillas Tours and Travel, not SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.