11 Days Safari to Uganda Including Gorilla Trekking.

Target Species

Abyssinian Ground Hornbill Cálao terrestre norteño Bucorvus abyssinicus

Great Blue Turaco Turaco Gigante Corythaeola cristata

Great Blue Heron Garza Azulada Ardea herodias

Shoebill Picozapato Balaeniceps rex

Trip Itinerary

DAY 1: PICKUP FROM ENTEBBE AND TRANSFER TO THE BOOKED ACCOMODATION, SHOEBILL STORK VISIT BY MABAMBA.

You will be warmly welcomed by our guide upon arrival at Entebbe, then transferred to your booked accommodation. In the afternoon, enjoy a visit to Mabamba Swamp to search for the iconic Shoebill Stork, with opportunities for stunning photography amid the serene wetlands and abundant birdlife.
Accommodation: Tilapia Lodge

DAY 2: TRANSFER TO MURCHISON FALLS NP VIA ZIWA RHINO SANCTUARY FOR RHINO TREKKING, TOP OF THE FALLS VISIT.

After morning breakfast, transfer to Murchison Falls National Park with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting rhino trekking experience. Continue to the top of the magnificent Murchison Falls to witness the powerful Nile tumbling through a narrow gorge, offering spectacular views and photography opportunities.
Accommodation: Ikorom Safari Lodge

DAY 3: MORNING GAME DRIVE AND AFTERNOON BOAT CRUISE ON THE NILE RIVER.

Start the day with an early morning game drive across the savannah plains, where you may spot wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, lions, buffaloes, and antelopes in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Nile River, offering great opportunities to see hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species while cruising toward the base of the magnificent falls.
Accommodation: Ikorom Safari Lodge

DAY 4: TRANSFER TO KIBALE FOREST NATIONAL PARK.

After breakfast, you will depart for Kibale Forest National Park, enjoying a scenic drive through the beautiful Ugandan countryside with views of rolling hills, traditional villages, and tea plantations. Upon arrival, you will check in at your lodge and relax in preparation for the next day’s chimpanzee tracking experience.
Overnight: Nkuruba Lodge

DAY 5: CHIMPANZEE TREKKING IN KIBALE FOREST NP, EVENING BIGODI SWAMP VISIT.

After breakfast, head into Kibale Forest National Park for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience. Accompanied by experienced rangers, walk through the tropical forest in search of wild chimpanzees and observe their behavior in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a rich swamp ecosystem known for its diverse birdlife, monkeys, and beautiful wetland scenery.
Overnight Nkuruba Lodge

DAY 6: TRANSFER TO QUEEN ELIZABETH NATIONAL PARK FOR AFTERNOON BOAT CRUISE, EVENING GAME DRIVE.

After breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, enjoying scenic views of crater lakes and the beautiful countryside along the way. In the afternoon, take a relaxing boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you can spot hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and a variety of bird species along the shores. Later in the evening, enjoy an exciting game drive in the park in search of wildlife such as lions, buffaloes, antelopes, and elephants before returning to your lodge.
Overnight Irungu Safari Lodge

DAY 7: MORNING GAME DRIVE AND EVENING HIKE TO THE CRATERS.

Start the day with an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, offering a great opportunity to spot wildlife such as elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and possibly lions as they are most active in the cool morning hours. In the evening, enjoy a guided hike to the scenic Katwe Explosion Craters, where you can take in breathtaking views of the surrounding crater lakes and landscapes.
Overnight: Irungu Safari Lodge

DAY 8: TRANSFER TO BWINDI NATIONAL FOREST NATIONAL PARK.

After breakfast, depart from Queen Elizabeth National Park and transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through the beautiful countryside and rolling hills of southwestern Uganda before arriving near the forest for relaxation and overnight stay.
Overnight: Ride for a Woman

DAY 9: GORILLA TREKKING DAY AND EVENING OPTIONAL BATWA CULTURAL EXPERIENCE.

After an early breakfast, head into Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for the unforgettable gorilla trekking experience. Accompanied by experienced guides, trek through the dense forest to find a habituated family of Mountain Gorilla and spend a memorable hour observing them in their natural habitat. In the evening, enjoy an optional cultural experience with the Batwa People, learning about their traditional forest lifestyle, music, dance, and history.
Overnight: Ride for a Woman

DAY 10: TRANSFER TO LAKE MBURO FOR AFTERNOON SAFARI.

After breakfast, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park, enjoying scenic views of rolling hills and rural landscapes along the way. Upon arrival, head out for an afternoon safari in the park, where you may spot wildlife such as zebras, impalas, buffaloes, and various antelope species before returning to the lodge in the evening.
OVERNIGHT: MPOGO SAFARI LODGE

Where the journey begins

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✓ What's included

safari vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver/guide.
Accommodation and all meals as per the itinerary.
All national park entrance fees and scheduled game drives.
Gorilla trekking permit (where applicable) and other listed activities.
Bottled drinking water throughout the safari.

✕ Not included

International and domestic flights.
Uganda visa fees and travel insurance.
Personal expenses (laundry, telephone calls, souvenirs, etc.).
Alcoholic and premium beverages.
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff.

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Duration 11 days

Group size 6 (min 4)

Languages English

Guide Apollo

Tour Leader Ezra

Countries UGANDA