Ultimate Uganda Gorilla Safari
12-Day Ultimate Uganda Gorilla & Wildlife Safari
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Safari summary
Orugano’s flagship private Uganda circuit travels from Entebbe through Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi and Mgahinga before ending in Kigali. It combines rhinos, Nile wildlife, chimpanzees, classic game viewing, a guided Buhoma-to-Nkuringo forest crossing, mountain gorillas and golden monkeys, with four nights at Orugano Bwindi Lodge. Mabamba is possible only when arrival timing permits; lodge level, activity order and the crossing option can be adjusted. Price basis: the From price is per person for two travellers sharing; single-traveller pricing is higher. Included: private 4WD transport and guide from Entebbe to Kigali, gorilla, chimpanzee and golden-monkey permits, Ziwa rhinos, park fees, game drives, the Nile and Kazinga Channel cruises, Bigodi, community and forest activities, eleven nights, meals, drinking water and applicable taxes. Excluded: international flights, visas or border costs unless confirmed, travel insurance and medical costs, alcoholic or premium drinks, laundry, tips, porter fees, optional activities and personal expenses, and extra accommodation or transport caused by disruption.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Strenuous activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
- Hiking | trekking
- Primate trekking
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Arrive in Entebbe
Meet your Orugano representative at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to a quality Entebbe accommodation. A Mabamba excursion is possible only with an early arrival and advance confirmation. Dinner is included when timing permits.
Selected Entebbe accommodation
Ziwa rhinos and Murchison
Bwindi Impenetrable
Drive north to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for the confirmed guided rhino activity, then continue to Murchison Falls National Park. Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Selected Murchison safari lodge
Murchison wildlife and Nile cruise
Mgahinga
Take a morning game drive and the scheduled Nile boat cruise, with timing subject to park operations. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Meals: full board.
Selected Murchison safari lodge
Murchison to Kibale
Travel south from Murchison Falls to the Kibale region. This is a long transfer day with planned comfort and refreshment stops. Meals: full board.
Selected Kibale safari lodge
Chimpanzees and Bigodi
Complete the confirmed Kibale chimpanzee-tracking activity, followed by an agreed Bigodi community or wetland experience. Meals: breakfast, packed lunch and dinner.
Selected Kibale safari lodge
Kibale to Queen Elizabeth
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and join the scheduled Kazinga Channel boat cruise, subject to confirmed operating time. Meals: full board.
Selected Queen Elizabeth safari lodge
Kasenyi and crater salt lakes
Kibale
Take a game drive in the Kasenyi area and visit selected crater and salt-lake viewpoints where road and park conditions permit. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. Meals: full board.
Selected Queen Elizabeth safari lodge
Queen Elizabeth to Nkuringo
Murchison Falls
Drive from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Buhoma. Active travellers may then complete the guided Buhoma→Nkuringo forest crossing while the vehicle transfers luggage by road and meets them in Nkuringo. The vehicle-based Ishasha alternative is agreed in advance. Meals: full board.
Orugano Bwindi Lodge
Nkuringo culture and views
Murchison Falls
Enjoy an agreed Batwa or community experience together with the Top of the World and Kahurire forest-view activities, paced to local conditions. Meals: full board.
Orugano Bwindi Lodge
Bwindi gorilla trekking
After breakfast and the ranger briefing, complete one standard mountain-gorilla trek in the sector printed on the permit. Meals: breakfast, packed lunch and dinner.
Orugano Bwindi Lodge
Golden monkeys and Lake Mutanda
Travel to Mgahinga for the confirmed golden-monkey tracking activity, returning via Lake Mutanda when timing and operating conditions permit. Meals: breakfast, packed lunch and dinner.
Orugano Bwindi Lodge
Nkuringo to Kigali
Drive through Kisoro and the Cyanika border to Kigali, allowing immigration and airport connection buffers. An evening flight or Kigali post-night is recommended. Meals: breakfast and a packed or en-route lunch.
No overnight accommodation
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