12 Days Uganda Safari – Gorillas, Chimpanzees
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Embark on the ultimate 12 Days Uganda Safari, a journey through the Pearl of Africa’s most spectacular national parks and wildlife destinations. This carefully designed itinerary combines thrilling game drives, unforgettable gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, scenic boat cruises, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic cultural encounters.
From the thunderous Murchison Falls and the primate-rich forests of Kibale National Park to the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, the mountain gorillas of Bwindi, and the peaceful savannahs of Lake Mburo National Park, this safari offers an incredible diversity of wildlife and scenery.
Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, families, honeymooners, and adventure seekers, this safari showcases Uganda’s remarkable biodiversity while staying in comfortable mid-range lodges.
Why Choose This Safari?
- Visit Uganda’s top five national parks in one journey.
- Track mountain gorillas and chimpanzees.
- Search for the Big Five and tree-climbing lions.
- Enjoy game drives, boat cruises, and a walking safari.
- Stay in carefully selected mid-range lodges.
- Ideal for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, couples, families, and small groups.
- Experience Uganda’s diverse landscapes, rich culture, and exceptional biodiversity in one unforgettable adventure.
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Included
AccommondationAirport Pick up/ DroppingBottled WaterGorilla PermitMealsPark entry feesPersonal Guide -
Not Included
All Museum TicketsChimpanze permitEntry FeesMedical InsuranceShopping feesTipping the GuideTransportation/CarTypical Souvenir
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Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport – Transfer to Kampala or Entebbe
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional safari guide. After a short briefing about your safari, transfer to your accommodation where you can relax after your international flight.
Depending on your arrival time, you may visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, Entebbe Botanical Gardens, or enjoy a sunset walk along the shores of Lake Victoria.
Accommodation: Silver Back Guest House, Meals: Dinner (depending on arrival time)
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Day 2: Entebbe/Kampala – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park
After an early breakfast, begin your journey to Murchison Falls National Park.
En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting guided rhino tracking experience on foot. This is Uganda's only wild rhino sanctuary and completes the opportunity to see the Big Five during your safari.
Continue to Murchison Falls National Park and visit the spectacular Top of the Falls, where the River Nile squeezes through a narrow 7-metre gorge before plunging into the Devil's Cauldron.
Proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 3: Morning Game Drive – Afternoon Victoria Nile Boat Cruise
Rise early for a morning game drive across the Buligi Wildlife Tracks, one of Uganda's richest wildlife viewing areas.
Look out for: Lions, Elephants, Rothschild's Giraffes, Buffaloes, Uganda Kobs, Hartebeests, Oribis, Hyenas, Leopards (occasionally)
After lunch, enjoy a memorable boat cruise along the Victoria Nile to the base of Murchison Falls. Wildlife commonly seen includes hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, monitor lizards, African fish eagles, and numerous water birds.
Return to the lodge for dinner. Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 4: Murchison Falls – Kibale National Park
After breakfast, depart for Kibale National Park through scenic countryside, tea plantations, villages, and the Albertine Rift Valley. Arrive in the afternoon and relax at your lodge surrounded by beautiful forest landscapes.
Accommodation: Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking – Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
Following an early breakfast, head to the Kanyanchu Visitor Centre for a briefing before your chimpanzee tracking adventure.
Kibale National Park is home to over 1,500 chimpanzees and 13 primate species. Besides chimpanzees, you may also encounter: Red-tailed Monkeys, Black-and-white Colobus Monkeys, Grey-cheeked Mangabeys, L'Hoest's Monkeys, Blue Monkeys After lunch, enjoy a guided walk through the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, renowned for birdlife, butterflies, and community tourism.
Accommodation: Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 6: Kibale – Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge, searching for elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, warthogs, and numerous bird species. Relax at your lodge overlooking the beautiful landscapes of western Uganda.
Accommodation: Tabingi Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 7: Ishasha Sector – Tree-Climbing Lions
Today's highlight is exploring the famous Ishasha Sector, renowned for its rare tree-climbing lions. Spend the day searching for these unique predators resting in fig trees while also spotting: Elephants, Buffaloes, Topis, Uganda Kobs, Hyenas, Leopards (occasionally)
Enjoy incredible wildlife photography before returning to the lodge.
Accommodation: Tabingi Safari Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 8: Queen Elizabeth – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Following breakfast, depart for Bwindi through beautiful mountain landscapes and rural villages. Arrive in the afternoon and relax while preparing for tomorrow's gorilla trekking adventure.
Accommodation: Gorilla Bluff Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 9: Gorilla Trekking Experience
Today is the highlight of your Uganda safari. After breakfast, report to the Uganda Wildlife Authority headquarters for a briefing before beginning your gorilla trek.
Accompanied by experienced ranger guides, hike through the rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. Once located, spend one unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. After receiving your Gorilla Trekking Certificate, return to the lodge.
Optional Batwa cultural experience available.
Accommodation: Gorilla Bluff Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 10: Bwindi – Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast, depart for Lake Mburo National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive upon arrival.
Lake Mburo is famous for: Zebras, Impalas, Elands, Topis, Buffaloes, Warthogs, Hippos, Over 350 bird species
Accommodation:Rwakobo Rock Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 11: Walking Safari & Boat Cruise
Begin the morning with a guided walking safari accompanied by an armed Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger.
Walking among zebras, giraffes, impalas, and elands offers a completely different safari experience.
Later, enjoy a relaxing boat cruise on Lake Mburo where you'll encounter hippos, crocodiles, African fish eagles, kingfishers, and numerous water birds.
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 12: Lake Mburo – Uganda Equator – Entebbe/Kampala
After breakfast, depart for Kampala or Entebbe. Stop once again at the Uganda Equator for souvenir shopping, photography, and lunch before continuing to Entebbe International Airport or your hotel. This marks the end of your unforgettable 12-day Uganda safari.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch