Discover Uganda with us
9 Day Uganda Wildlife & Primate Safari
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$6,995
DESTINATION
Uganda
Entebbe, Murchison Falls NP, Kibale NP, Queen Elizabeth NP, Bwindi Forest NP, Lake Bunyonyi, and Lake Mburo National Park.
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Overview
Where Big Game Roams and Forests Whisper
This journey unfolds across Uganda’s most evocative landscapes—where open savannahs give way to mist-laced forests and every horizon tells a different story of the wild. Days begin with classic game drives in wildlife-rich parks, where elephants roam, lions track the plains, and the rhythms of Africa’s Big Five play out beneath vast skies.
As the road winds onward, the safari deepens into the emerald heart of the rainforest. Here, ancient trees rise in quiet grandeur and the air hums with life. Guided by expert trackers, you step softly into the domain of our closest relatives—encountering playful chimpanzees in the canopy and sharing a rare, reverent hour with a mountain gorilla family deep within their ancestral home.
Balanced between adventure and refinement, this safari blends remarkable wildlife encounters with thoughtfully chosen lodges that echo their surroundings.
It is a journey of contrast and connection—from roaring plains to whispering forests, from raw spectacle to intimate moments that linger long after the journey ends.
Highlights
Safari highlights
- Big Five game drives across Uganda’s wildlife-rich savannahs
- Chimpanzee tracking in lush tropical forests
- One unforgettable hour with mountain gorillas in Bwindi
- Expert guides and carefully selected safari lodges
- A seamless journey from open plains to misty rainforests
Inclusions
What's included
- Emergency evacuation cover
- Luxury accommodation and all meals
- Knowledgeable driver-guide during your safari
- All airport transfers, game parks, national parks, and conservation fees
A Journey Through Uganda’s Living Wilderness
Travel through Uganda’s iconic landscapes—from the plains of Queen Elizabeth to the misty forests of Bwindi and Kibale—where Big Five encounters blend with unforgettable gorilla and chimpanzee experiences.
Community & Culture
Properties and experiences that uplift and empower local communities.
Conservation
Supports wildlife projects, protected areas and ecosystem regeneration.
Footprint
Lodges and camps chosen for their sustainability credentials and initiatives.
Day 1
Enplane to Entebbe, Uganda
Your 9-day Uganda Wildlife & Primate Safari begins as you enplane for Africa. On arrival in Entebbe, you are warmly met by our team and transferred to your boutique city hotel, where you can relax and settle in ahead of the journey to come.
Stay Kampala Serena Hotel
Stay Kampala Serena Hotel
Day 2 - 3
Murchison Falls National Park
After an early breakfast, drive north to Murchison Falls National Park, stopping en route at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided walk to see the reintroduced white rhinos. After lunch, continue to the park, arriving in time for a short afternoon game drive.
The following day begins with an early morning game drive across the savannah, offering chances to spot lions, elephants, leopards, giraffes, and buffalo. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on the River Nile, cruising toward the base of the falls while observing hippos, crocodiles, and abundant birdlife along the riverbanks.
Stay: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Stay: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Day 4
Kibale Forests & Primate Encounters
Begin the day with an early drive south toward the emerald heart of Kibale Forest National Park. The journey skirts Lake Albert, climbing the Albert Rift where, on clear days, sweeping escarpment views unfold across the landscape. Arrive in Kibale for lunch before venturing beneath towering canopies on a guided chimpanzee tracking experience—following expert trackers to observe chimps and other primates amid birdsong and fluttering butterflies. It is a seamless passage from open plains to intimate forest encounters, capturing Uganda’s remarkable diversity in one unforgettable day.
Stay: Chimpundu Lodge, Kibale Forest
Stay: Chimpundu Lodge, Kibale Forest
Day 5
Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a private boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, where hippos, elephants, buffalo, and abundant birdlife gather along the banks.
The following morning, set out on an early game drive across the open plains, with chances to see lions, elephants, Uganda kob, and other plains game. After breakfast and check-out, continue via the Ishasha Sector toward Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, leaving the savannah behind for the misty rainforest beyond.
Stay: Mweya Safari Lodge, Queen Elizabeth
Stay: Mweya Safari Lodge, Queen Elizabeth
Day 6
Bwindi Forest
Gorilla Trekking
Today is dedicated to a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla encounter. After an early start, arrive at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park headquarters for a pre-trek briefing before setting off with expert trackers at 8:30 am.
The forest trek varies in length, but once the gorillas are found, you will spend one unforgettable hour observing a mountain gorilla family in their natural habitat. A moderate level of fitness is recommended for this rewarding experience.
Stay: Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge, Bwindi Forest
Stay: Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge, Bwindi Forest
Day 7
Lake Mbunyonyi – Islands of Calm
After breakfast, depart by road toward the serene beauty of Lake Mbunyonyi, often described as Uganda’s most tranquil lake. Winding through rolling highlands and terraced hills, the journey leads to still waters dotted with emerald islands.
In the afternoon, enjoy a gentle boat ride across the lake, gliding past forested islets and quiet shores where time seems to slow. The calm reflections and soft breezes offer a peaceful contrast to the days of trekking and game viewing.
As evening settles, retreat to Arcadia Lodge, where elevated views over the water and surrounding hills provide the perfect setting to unwind and reflect on the journey so far.
Stay: Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi.
Stay: Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi.
Day 8
Lake Mburo
National Park
At first light, depart Lake Mbunyonyi and journey onward to Lake Mburo National Park, arriving in time for lunch. The landscape gradually opens into gentle savannah dotted with acacia trees, signaling a change in rhythm and terrain.
In the afternoon, set out on a game drive through this uniquely intimate park—the only one in western Uganda where zebras and impalas roam freely. Look out for giraffes, buffalo, eland, and warthogs moving quietly across the plains, with shimmering lakes and rolling hills providing a serene backdrop.
Lake Mburo reveals a softer side of safari—unhurried, graceful, and quietly rewarding, where wildlife encounters unfold at a gentle pace beneath wide African skies.
Stay: Kigambira Safari Lodge
Stay: Kigambira Safari Lodge
Day 9
Walking Safari, The Equator & Departure
Begin the day with a gentle guided game walk in Lake Mburo National Park, experiencing the savannah at ground level as wildlife moves quietly through the morning light. After breakfast, depart toward Entebbe International Airport.
En route, pause near Masaka at the Equator Line—a symbolic crossing marked with photo opportunities, souvenir browsing, and lunch. Continue onward to Entebbe for your homeward flight, carrying memories of open plains, misty forests, and a journey that traced Uganda’s wild heart from savannah to rainforest and back again.
End of Safari.
End of Safari.
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