The Gorilla and wildlife safari is an adventure into Uganda’s most revered attractions, taking you to western Uganda’s rainforests to observe wild chimpanzee troops on a morning excursion in Queen Elizabeth. The mysterious mountain gorillas in the rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Between the two primate experiences, you’ll explore the savannah jungles for the big game animals like tree-climbing lions, elephants, leopards & several other African safari favorites.
8 Day Uganda Wildlife.
The Gorilla and wildlife safari is an adventure into Uganda’s most revered attractions, taking you to western Uganda’s rainforests to observe wild chimpanzee troops on a morning excursion in Queen Elizabeth. The mysterious mountain gorillas in the rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Between the two primate experiences, you’ll explore the savannah jungles for the big game animals like tree-climbing lions, elephants, leopards & several other African safari favorites.
8 Day Tour Uganda Wildlife and Gorillas highlights
- Game drive
- Boat cruising
- Community walk
- Water Fall Hiking
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
8 Day Uganda Wildlife.
The Gorilla and wildlife safari is an adventure into Uganda’s most revered attractions, taking you to western Uganda’s rainforests to observe wild chimpanzee troops on a morning excursion in Queen Elizabeth. The mysterious mountain gorillas in the rainforests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Between the two primate experiences, you’ll explore the savannah jungles for the big game animals like tree-climbing lions, elephants, leopards & several other African safari favorites.
Our driver-guide will meet you at Entebbe at 7:00 am and will drive west of the country to Lake Mburo National Park having a stopover at the drum makers center called Mpambire and also at the Equator to take photographs. When you reach the park have lunch at the lodge and set out for a game drive through the park where you will take a glance at different animals like the Zebras that are found almost everywhere in the park. Later in the evening head to the lodge for dinner and spend a night.
On this day at 6:30 am after your breakfast begin your journey to Southwestern part to Bwindi Forest, passing via Mbarara town which is endowed with beautiful landscapes, also you will see various rolling hills with terraces, it is such a great journey with all these sights. Upon reaching the park check-in at the lodge of your choice and just relax there the whole evening as you get ready for the next door. Dine and overnight there.
Have breakfast at 6:30 am and transfer to the park headquarters with packed lunch where you will be briefed by the professional Park rangers. By 8:00 am you will be accompanied by the park rangers as you enter the mist forest to trek mountain gorillas. You might need a walking stick if you are not physically fit enough also considering using potters to carry your luggage just in case you have and you pay them a small amount of money for labor. Trekking may take between 2 and 8 hours and the moment you see and start interacting with the gorillas only one hour is given to you. After trekking, return to the lodge to unwind and later in the evening take a walk in various communities such as in the Batwa community where you will interact with them and learn a lot from them before you retire at the lodge.
Enjoy your breakfast and after transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park passing through the Ishasha sector which is home to tree-climbing lions. The park has a variety of wildlife species such as elephants, buffaloes, waterbucks, lions, and many others. When you arrive you will do chimp trekking at kyambura which is also in Queen Elizabeth National Park after chimp trekking head to the lodge and have dinner and an Overnight.
Today you will be very early as you will have breakfast at 6:00 am after which you will immediately start off the game drive, why you have to be early is because you will be able to see the morning risers like the lions, solitary buffaloes, kobs, elephants, etc. It is such a great and exciting time as you can easily see these animals closely. Later head back to the lodge for lunch as getting ready for the afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga channel which is home to various species like birds such as malachite kingfishers, pink backed pelicans, and animals like crocodiles, elephants, hippos and many more. Basically cruising on the Kazinga is one of the most eye-catching activities in the park. Return back to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Have tasty breakfast and have an early morning game drive and head to Murchison falls national park where you will be introduced to amazing and beautiful sceneries as you head to the most famous National park in Uganda. Have lunch on the way and embark on your journey to Murchison falls national park. Arrive in the evening and go for Top of the falls Hike, head back to the lodge have dinner and spend an overnight.
Embark on an early morning game drive on the Northern bank where your guide will help you spot a great number of animals and birds. The famous Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest protected area, home to more than 73 animal species, including buffaloes, leopards, lions, and elephants, 3/4 of the world’s population of Rothschild giraffes plus a healthy population of herbivores. In addition to 451 bird species, including 23 Albertine rift endemics.
You will end back at the lodge for lunch and rest till 2 pm for an afternoon boat ride. You will safari upstream by boat to the calm Victoria Nile and the base of the falls. There you can marvel at toothsome hippos, crocodiles and over the 17-kilometer stretch, you may also see elephants, waterbucks, and Uganda kobs. This is also the habitat for many bird species.
After your hefty breakfast, leave the park and drive to Entebbe via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you will be in line to see beautiful scenic views found in this area. You will enjoy lunch at Kabalega Dinner and thereafter continue to Entebbe. Your driver guide will either leave you at your accommodation facility in Entebbe or take you to the Airport in Entebbe.
Inclusions and Exclusions
Cost Inclusions
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- A professional driver/guide
- All accommodation
- All transportation
- All Taxes/VAT
- Gorilla permits
- Chimp permits
- All activities
- Park fees
- Meals
- Drinks
Cost Exclusions
- • International flights(From/to home)
- • Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- • Some meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- • Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Frequently Asked Questions
The package includes ground transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle, an experienced English-speaking driver-guide, accommodation as per itinerary, meals during the trip, park entry fees, game drives, boat cruises, and activity permits (such as gorilla and chimp trekking, if stated).
Exclusions include international flights, Uganda entry visa, personal insurance, tips, drinks, laundry, and optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
You will travel in a comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for perfect game viewing. Each traveler has a window seat for the best wildlife and landscape experience.
Gorilla trekking can take anywhere between 2 to 6 hours depending on the gorilla family’s movement. The terrain can be steep or muddy, but the experience is manageable for anyone with moderate fitness. Porters are available to assist for a small fee.
Pack light, breathable clothing in neutral colors, a hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, a rain jacket, hiking boots, long-sleeved shirts for forest walks, reusable water bottle, and a camera with extra batteries. Don’t forget your passport and travel documents!
Uganda can be visited all year round, but the best time for wildlife viewing and trekking is during the dry seasons — June to September and December to February — when trails are drier and animals are easier to spot.
Yes. Most travelers require a visa, which can be applied for online through the Uganda eVisa portal before your trip.
A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required upon entry. It’s also advisable to take malaria prophylaxis and consult your doctor about other vaccines such as typhoid, hepatitis A, or tetanus.
We offer a choice between budget, midrange, or luxury lodges, depending on your preference. All options are comfortable, secure, and located close to the national parks.
Yes, you can see four of the Big Five — lion, elephant, buffalo, and leopard — in parks like Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls. You can also visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (optional) to complete your Big Five experience.
