Tour Uganda and Gorilla Trek
5 days—Experience a 5-day Queen Elizabeth Safari Uganda and Gorilla Trekking tour
$2300-5100 USD
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Safari summary
The 5 Days Queen Elizabeth Safari Uganda and Gorilla Trekking is a perfectly balanced safari combining classic savannah wildlife experiences with the unforgettable adventure of mountain gorilla trekking.
This tour takes you to the wildlife-rich plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park and the misty rainforest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, offering diverse ecosystems, stunning scenery, and exceptional wildlife encounters.
Ideal for travelers seeking both Big Game and primate experiences within a short timeframe, this safari provides comfort, adventure, and authentic African wilderness.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Moderate activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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This tour is modifiable for those with limited mobility.
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Primate trekking
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Airport transfers
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- International flights
- Visas
Itinerary
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth
After early breakfast, depart for western Uganda, passing through scenic countryside, tea plantations, and rolling hills. Lunch will be enjoyed en route in Mbarara. Arrive in Queen Elizabeth National Park in the afternoon and check in at your lodge. Relax and enjoy views of the savannah landscape. Accommodation: Elephant Plains Lodge / Buffalo Safari Lodge / Twin Lakes Safari Lodge Meal Plan: Lunch, Dinner
Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat
Start the day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains, known for lions, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, waterbucks, and warthogs. Return to the lodge for lunch before heading for an afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel. This cruise offers excellent opportunities to see hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and numerous bird species at close range. Accommodation: Elephant Plains Lodge / Buffalo Safari Lodge / Twin Lakes Safari Lodge Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Ishasha Sector to Bwindi
After breakfast, drive to the Ishasha sector of the park, famous for its unique tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive while searching for lions resting in fig trees, along with buffaloes and elephants. After the game drive, continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Arrive in the late afternoon and check in at your lodge. Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge / Gorilla Mist Camp / Buhoma Haven Lodge Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for briefing before beginning your gorilla trekking adventure. The trek can take 2–6 hours depending on the location of the gorillas. Once located, you will spend one magical hour observing them in their natural habitat. Return to the lodge for relaxation in the afternoon. Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge / Gorilla Mist Camp / Buhoma Haven Lodge Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Bwindi – Return to Kampala
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe with lunch en route. Arrive in the evening for hotel drop-off or airport transfer. Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
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