Gorilla, Rhinos and Chimpanzee

10-Day Ultimate Uganda Safari: Gorillas, Rhinos, Wildlife & Kibale Chimp Trekking Adventure

$2800-4000 USD

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Safari summary

Embark on an unforgettable 10-day safari in Uganda, exploring the majestic landscapes and diverse wildlife. Experience thrilling gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, encounter endangered rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, and track chimpanzees in Kibale National Park. Enjoy game drives in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks, a scenic boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi, Nile River and immerse yourself in local culture. Book your adventure today for a once-in-a-lifetime experience!


About this tour

Tour type Custom, tailor-made, private
Main focus Primate trekking
Activity level Moderate activity
Best months All months
Countries
Parks

Fine details

Safari highlights
  • Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
  • Night game drives
  • Self-drive safari
What’s included?
  • Accommodation
  • Airport transfers
  • All drinks
  • Meals
  • Park fees
  • Private vehicle and driver
  • Tips and gratuities
What’s not included?
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Hot air balloons
  • Internal flights
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Premium alcoholic beverages
  • Spa treatments
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Visas

Itinerary

Transfer to Ziwa to Murchison Falls

Murchison Falls

Transfer from Kampala to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, home to the only wild rhinos in Uganda. Rhinos became extinct in Uganda in the early 1980s and the Ziwa site is being used as a breeding site for black and white rhinos. As we leave the rhinos behind, we will proceed to Murchison Falls National Park, on the shore of Lake Albert where the River Nile roars through a narrow gap creating the Murchison Falls. We will enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

Overnight stay at Red Chilli Rest Camp

Game Drive and Boat Trip on R. Nile

Murchison Falls

Embark on a game drive in the park to spot elephants, lions, giraffes. In the afternoon, we will take a relaxing boat trip on the iconic River Nile where, if we’re lucky, we’ll have a chance to see crocodiles, hippos, and an array of rare birds. We will see for ourselves the point where the River Nile joins Lake Albert, which is one of the major highlights of this trip. Feel the immense power and force of the falls as the spray hits your face and you listen to the deafening roar of the water.

Overnight stay at Red Chilli Rest Camp

Transfer to Kibale National Park

Kibale

After breakfast, embark on the journey to Kibale. We will start with a stopover at the famous ‘Top of the Falls’ where we have spectacular views of the Murchison Falls along the Nile River, a perfect photo opportunity for the budding photographers. Leaving Murchison Falls National Park behind and driving southwards to Kibale National Park. The drive to Kibale National Park will go through major western towns of Hoima, Kyenjojo, and Fort Portal. We will arrive in the early evening.

Overnight stay at Rwetetera Lodge

Chimp Trek & Transfer to QENP

Queen Elizabeth

Affter breakfast, track the chimpanzees in their forest home. In the afternoon, we will drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Fort Portal Crater Lakes, perhaps Uganda’s most iconic sight. Here, you will be able to enjoy the amazing views of western Uganda’s tea farmlands and plantations. You can spot the Rwenzori Mountain Escarpment in the distance. Join the Kazinga channel boat trip and after we’ll check in to the lodge and relax in preparation for the following day’s game drives.

Overnight stay at Engiri Game Lodge

Kasenyi Game Drive & Kazinda Chanel

Queen Elizabeth

Morning game drive where we can expect to spot wildlife species such as elephants, buffaloes, side-striped jackals, hyena, leopards, lions, warthogs, Uganda kobs, and giant forest hogs. What a way to start the day! After lunch, we’ll take a boat trip along the Kazinga Channel where we will continue our wildlife spotting, this time we will see hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, bathing elephants, and a range of beautiful birds. This will undoubtedly be another highlight of your tour.

Overnight stay at Engiri Game Lodge

Ishasha Sector & Transfer to Bwindi

Bwindi Impenetrable

On the way to Bwindi National Park, we will drive through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, popularly known for the tree-climbing lions. Unlike their counterparts at the Kasenyi plains, the lions at Ishasha have found a way to climb the fig trees to enjoy the warm temperatures. While the sighting of the tree-climbing lions is not 100% guaranteed, a stopover at Ishasha is worth a visit! We will spend the night at Bwindi National Park.

Overnight stay at Karungi Camp

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

Bwindi Impenetrable

Embark on a full-day adventure to track the mountain gorillas in Bwindi Forest National Park. The trek will commence with a short briefing on gorillas trekking rules to ensure the safety of both the guests and the gorillas. We will then start the trek into the Impenetrable Forest to encounter the gentle giants of Bwindi National Park.​ We will follow the expert guides, looking for signs of the gorillas and changing direction accordingly until we find them. Relax the evening and reflect.

Overnight stay at Karungi Camp

Golden Monkeys & Lake Bunyonyi

Mgahinga

Trek the endangered golden monkeys of Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. You will enjoy watching the monkeys native to Uganda, Rwanda and Congo swinging on the bamboo trees and eating. After the morning activity, we will drive to Lake Bunyonyi for overnight.

Overnight Stay at Bunyonyi Overland Resort

Canoeing & Transfer to L. Mburo

Lake Mburo

This is the day you will transfer from Lake Bunyonyi to Lake Mburo National Park. After arriving at Lake Mburo from Lake Bunyonyi, you will have an option to join an afternoon boat cruise on Lake Mburo to sight wildlife. Alternatively, do a night game drive. If the decision is to do a night game drive at Lake Mburo instead of the afternoon boat trip, take the morning at Lake Bunyonyi and experience the sunrise canoeing experience before driving to Lake Mburo National Park.

Overnight stay at Hyena Hill Lodge

Game Drive and Transfer to Kampala

Lake Mburo

We will start the day with early morning game drives at Lake Mburo National Park to spot wildlife not seen at other parks (topi, zebras, and Impalas). Then transfer to Entebbe International Airport after the game drive. There is a scheduled stopover at the Equator crossing near Masaka for a coffee break and handicraft shopping. After the coffee break, drive to Entebbe.

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