Gorillas, Chimps, Wildlife.

12-Day Gorillas, Chimps, Wildlife, Culture and Birding

$3750-3880 USD

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Safari summary

Wildlife, Culture & Wild Beauty! Track rhinos in Murchison Falls, trek chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, and meet mountain gorillas in Bwindi’s misty jungles. Glide past hippos on the Kazinga Channel and marvel at the Nile’s thunderous falls. Immerse in culture: dance with the Batwa people, explore villages on an exclusive Bigodi Swamp walk, and unwind at serene Lake Bunyonyi. From adrenaline-pumping safaris to soul-stirring moments, this journey blends Uganda’s greatest hits into one epic odyssey.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Strenuous activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Uganda
	Parks	Bwindi Impenetrable Kibale Lake Mburo Murchison Falls Queen Elizabeth

Fine details

Safari highlights

Bird watching—with professional guide
Hiking | trekking
Primate trekking

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Laundry
Meals
Park fees

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
All drinks
Hot air balloons
Internal flights
International flights
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Pick up ,Mabamba shoebill Watch

Begin your Uganda safari with a warm welcome from your guide, who greets you at the airport and shares an overview of your adventure. After a short transfer to your lodge, unwind before setting off on a Mabamba Swamp canoe excursion in search of the rare shoebill stork. Glide through calm waters surrounded by papyrus and vibrant birdlife. Return for a sunset dinner featuring local flavors, then relax as you prepare for tomorrow’s scenic journey to Murchison Falls National Park.

K Hotels

Transfer to Murchison falls NP

Murchison Falls

Rise with the sun and journey north from Kampala through rolling savannas toward Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Walk alongside expert rangers as you track Uganda’s only wild rhinos, a rare conservation triumph. Watch these mighty creatures graze and roam freely before enjoying a picnic lunch beneath shady fig trees. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, where the Nile’s roar welcomes you. Settle into Pakuba Lodge, sip sundowners, and watch elephants and hippos along the river at sunset.

Pakuba Safari Lodge

Game drive, boat ride

Murchison Falls

Begin your day with sunrise in Murchison Falls National Park. After breakfast, head out for a thrilling game drive across golden savannahs, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, and more. Later, enjoy a Nile River boat cruise to view hippos, crocodiles, and colorful birds before reaching the thunderous Murchison Falls. After lunch, hike to the Top of the Falls for breathtaking views. Return to your lodge for a fireside dinner as the African night comes alive.

Pakuba Safari Lodge

Transfer to Kibale NP

Kibale

After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive along the Hoima–Fort Portal Road toward Kibale National Park. Pass rolling hills, tea plantations, and pineapple farms, stopping to taste fresh fruit along the way. Enjoy lunch at Ngusi River Camp before continuing to your forest lodge in Kibale, the “Primate Capital of the World.” Later, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a guided community walk, spotting monkeys and rare birds. Return to your lodge to relax as the forest comes alive at dusk.

Turaco Treetops Lodge

Chimpanzee tracking

Kibale

Begin your day with breakfast and a short drive to Kibale National Park headquarters for a chimpanzee trekking briefing. Venture into the lush forest with expert guides, tracking playful chimps and spotting colobus monkeys, birds, and butterflies along the way. After the trek, return to your lodge to relax—swim, stroll through gardens, or cycle through nearby villages. As night falls, dine under the stars and reflect on your unforgettable day in Uganda’s primate paradise.

Turaco Treetops Lodge

Transfer to queen Elizabeth Np

Queen Elizabeth

After breakfast, drive through Fort Portal’s tea estates and the Rwenzori foothills to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy lunch at your lodge with savannah views, then take a Kazinga Channel boat cruise to spot hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and colorful birds. As the sun sets, go on an evening game drive for lions, buffalo, and leopards. Return to the lodge for a fireside dinner under the stars, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of Uganda’s wild landscape.

The Bush Lodge (Banda)

Transfer to Bwindi impenetrable

Bwindi Impenetrable | Queen Elizabeth

Start your day with a sunrise game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, spotting lions, elephants, and antelopes across golden savannahs. Skip the lodge return and drive through Uganda’s scenic highlands to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Pause in Kihihi for local lunch don’t miss the iconic Ugandan Rolex Arrive in Buhoma by afternoon and relax at your forest-edge lodge with views of misty hills. Let the distant gorilla calls and tranquil wilderness prepare you for tomorrow’s unforgettable trek.

Haven Lodge Buhoma Community

Gorilla trekking experience

Bwindi Impenetrable

Wake to misty forest whispers and a hearty breakfast, then head to Buhoma HQ for a briefing. Trek Bwindi’s emerald trails, guided by rustling foliage and chimp calls, to spend 60 unforgettable minutes with a gorilla family—playful juveniles, gentle silverbacks, and nurturing mothers. Return to your lodge to unwind, then immerse in the Batwa Cultural Experience: dance, hear ancestral stories, and learn forest survival secrets. Tonight, let gorilla echoes and Batwa warmth fill your dreams.

Haven Lodge Buhoma Community

Transfer to lake Bunyonyi

After breakfast, journey to Lake Bunyonyi—Uganda’s deepest crater lake, framed by terraced hills and 29 lush islands. Arrive at your lakeside lodge to relax in a private cottage or by the infinity pool. Optional activities include canoeing, visiting a pygmy craft village, or exploring tea plantations. Indulge in a lakeside massage, sip fresh Ugandan coffee, or simply soak in nature’s peace. As the sun sets, enjoy a gourmet dinner under the stars, reflecting on your gorilla trekking adventures.

Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort

Boat ride -transfer to Lake Mburo

Lake Mburo

Wake to Lake Bunyonyi’s misty beauty and glide across its emerald islands in a traditional canoe. Immerse in Bakiga culture—drum to ancestral rhythms, weave baskets, and hear tales from Uganda’s “Mountain People.” After lunch, journey to Lake Mburo National Park, passing rolling savannahs and Ankole cattle. Arrive at your lodge to unwind with a sundowner as zebras graze and giraffes roam. Tonight, let the sounds of the wild lull you into peace.

Leopard Rest Camp

Game drive and Guided nature walk

Lake Mburo

Wake at sunrise for a thrilling game drive in Lake Mburo National Park—spot zebras, impalas, and giraffes across golden savannahs. After lunch with panoramic views, enjoy a guided nature walk alongside Ankole herders and their iconic longhorn cattle, witnessing wildlife and culture in harmony. Return to your lodge to relax by the pool, sip a sundowner, or indulge in a lakeside massage. Let the day’s wildlife thrills and serene vistas linger as you rest for tomorrow’s adventures.

Leopard Rest Camp

Transfer to entebbe

Thank you for letting us share Uganda’s wonders—thundering waterfalls, misty gorilla forests, vibrant cultures, and warm smiles. Enjoy a scenic drive to Kampala, stop at the Equator for photos, and savor a local lunch. As we part in Entebbe, remember Uganda’s doors—and our hearts—are always open. Extend your adventure with city tours, Nile escapades, or Victoria Lake relaxation. Asante sana! Carry Uganda’s wild spirit with you until we meet again.

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