Uganda Trekking
8-Day Uganda Safari | Gorillas, Wildlife & Cultural Encounters
Day 1: Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park
Your unforgettable Uganda Safari begins with a scenic drive from Entebbe to Murchison Falls National Park. En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exhilarating rhino tracking experience. After this close encounter with the endangered white rhinos, continue your Uganda Safari journey, enjoying lunch along the way. Arrive at Murchison Falls in the evening, where you’ll hike to the top of the falls for awe-inspiring views. Later, check in at your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Game Drive & Nile Boat Safari – Murchison Falls National Park
Rise early for a thrilling game drive across Uganda’s largest protected area. As part of your Uganda Safari, encounter wildlife such as lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and leopards. After a rewarding morning, return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a breathtaking boat cruise on the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and a myriad of birds. Return to the lodge for dinner and rest.
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Murchison Falls – Kibale Forest National Park
Today your Uganda Safari takes you southwards to Kibale Forest National Park, known for its high concentration of primates. Enjoy lunch en route and admire the changing landscapes. Arrive in the evening and check in at your forest lodge for a relaxing dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking – Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
Fuel up with breakfast before heading to Kibale Forest for an extraordinary chimpanzee trekking experience—one of the highlights of any Uganda Safari. After your trek, return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a birder’s paradise and a hotspot for primates. After the nature walk, return to the lodge to unwind.
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Kibale – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Your Uganda Safari journey continues to the southwestern region of Uganda, home to the world-famous Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Arrive in the evening, check in, and enjoy the serene forest surroundings before dinner and overnight rest.
Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking – Bwindi Forest
This is the crown jewel of your Uganda Safari. After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking. Hike through the dense forest with expert guides in search of a gorilla family. Once found, spend a magical hour observing these gentle giants. After the trek, receive a certificate of participation and return to your lodge for a well-deserved rest.
Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Bwindi – Kampala – Entebbe
Enjoy breakfast and begin the journey back to Entebbe with a memorable stop at the Uganda Equator line for photography and souvenirs. This scenic drive marks the wind-down of your Uganda Safari, arriving in Entebbe for your final overnight.
Accommodation: Airport Guest House
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Mabamba Shoebill Excursion – Departure
End your Uganda Safari with a visit to Mabamba Swamp, a birdwatcher’s haven known for its elusive Shoebill Stork. Take a canoe ride through the tranquil waters and later return to Entebbe for your international flight, bringing your unforgettable Uganda Safari experience to a close.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
End of Safari
Included
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Airport pick-up and drop-off
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Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver/guide
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All accommodation as per itinerary (mid-range/luxury options)
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Meals as specified (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
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All park entrance fees
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Chimpanzee trekking permit (Kibale Forest)
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Gorilla trekking permit (Bwindi Impenetrable Forest)
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Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
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Boat cruise on the Nile (Murchison Falls)
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Game drives in Murchison Falls & Lake Mburo (if included)
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Bigodi Wetland walk
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Mabamba Shoebill excursion
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Bottled drinking water during safari
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Government taxes and levies
Not Included
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International flights and visas
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Travel insurance
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Personal expenses (e.g. tips, laundry, phone calls)
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Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
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Meals not specified in the itinerary
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Alcoholic and soft drinks
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Items of a personal nature
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Porters for gorilla/chimp trekking (available at extra cost)
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