14-Day Uganda Gorilla Safari
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Overview
The 14-Day Uganda Gorilla Safari is designed for travelers seeking an immersive primate and wildlife experience. This safari highlights gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest, game drives and boat safaris in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks, and scenic relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi and Lake Mburo. Travelers will also engage with local communities and enjoy Uganda’s stunning landscapes. The safari begins and ends in Entebbe or Kampala, ensuring a seamless and comprehensive adventure.
Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Transfer from Entebbe or Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking and a visit to the top of the falls.
- Day 2: Game Drive and Boat Safari in Murchison Falls National Park to see savannah wildlife and Nile scenery.
- Day 3: Extended Wildlife Exploration in Murchison Falls National Park with morning and afternoon game drives.
- Day 4: Transfer from Murchison Falls National Park to Kibale Forest National Park through scenic rural landscapes.
- Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest and Bigodi Wetland Community Walk.
- Day 6: Additional primate or cultural activities in Kibale Forest or nearby communities.
- Day 7: Transfer from Kibale Forest to Queen Elizabeth National Park with crater lake views en route.
- Day 8: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Day 9: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha Sector with potential tree-climbing lion sightings.
- Day 10: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
- Day 11: Additional Gorilla or Nature Experience in Bwindi with Batwa community visit.
- Day 12: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation and lake activities.
- Day 13: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park with guided nature walk and wildlife viewing.
- Day 14: Early Morning Nature Walk in Lake Mburo National Park and Return to Entebbe or Kampala
- concluding the safari.
Detailed Itinerary: 14-Day Uganda Gorilla Safari
Day 1: Transfer from Entebbe or Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park
Begin your 14-day Uganda Gorilla Safari with an early morning pickup from Entebbe or Kampala. After a safari briefing, travel north to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for guided rhino tracking, the only place to see rhinos in Uganda.
Continue to Murchison Falls National Park and visit the top of the falls where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge. Transfer to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Accommodation options include Red Chilli Rest Camp or Parkside Safari Lodge for budget, Murchison River Lodge or Pakuba Safari Lodge for mid-range, and Paraa Safari Lodge or Nile Safari Lodge for luxury.
Day 2: Game Drive and Boat Safari in Murchison Falls National Park
Start with an early morning game drive on the northern bank of the Nile, spotting elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, Uganda kob, lions, hyenas, and possibly leopards.
After lunch, enjoy a boat safari along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls to see hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and abundant bird species. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Extended Wildlife Exploration in Murchison Falls National Park
Spend another day in Murchison Falls National Park to maximize wildlife sightings. Morning and afternoon game drives offer opportunities to encounter predators, plains game, and birds. Relax at the lodge between drives. Dinner and overnight stay remain at the lodge.
Day 4: Transfer from Murchison Falls National Park to Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, drive southwest to Kibale Forest National Park. The scenic journey passes through rural villages, rolling hills, and farmland.
Arrive in Kibale in the late afternoon, check in at your lodge, and enjoy dinner and overnight stay. Accommodation options include Chimpanzee Forest Guest House for budget, Kibale Forest Camp for mid-range, and Primate Lodge Kibale for luxury.
Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Community Walk
Begin the day with chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest. After a briefing, enter the forest with experienced guides to locate and observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat.
In the afternoon, enjoy the Bigodi Wetland Community Walk, observing monkeys, birds, and learning about conservation efforts. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 6: Additional Primate or Cultural Activities in Kibale
Enjoy a second day in Kibale Forest. Options include another primate walk, birdwatching, forest hikes, or visiting local communities to experience cultural traditions. Dinner and overnight stay remain at the lodge.
Day 7: Transfer from Kibale Forest to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park. The route showcases crater lakes, savannahs, and local villages.
Arrive in the late afternoon, check in at your lodge, and relax. Dinner and overnight stay at Bush Lodge for budget, Twin Lakes Safari Lodge for mid-range, or Mweya Safari Lodge for luxury.
Day 8: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Start the day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains, spotting lions, elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and various bird species.
After lunch, enjoy a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, home to hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and abundant waterbirds. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 9: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha Sector
Travel south through the Ishasha sector, known for its tree-climbing lions. Game viewing is included if sightings occur.
Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, check in at your lodge, and enjoy dinner and overnight stay. Accommodation options include Broadbill Forest Camp for budget and Chameleon Hill Lodge or similar luxury lodges.
Day 10: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
The highlight of the safari is gorilla trekking. After breakfast, attend a briefing before entering the forest with ranger guides to track a habituated gorilla family.
Spend one hour observing and photographing the gorillas, then return to the lodge for lunch, relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay.
Day 11: Additional Gorilla or Nature Experience and Batwa Community Visit
Enjoy another day in Bwindi. Options include a second gorilla trek (subject to permit availability), a guided forest walk, or a visit to a Batwa community to learn about their traditions. Dinner and overnight stay remain at the lodge.
Day 12: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Depart Bwindi for Lake Bunyonyi after breakfast. On arrival, enjoy lunch and optional activities like canoeing, birdwatching, or a community walk. Dinner and overnight stay at a lakeside lodge.
Day 13: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided nature walk to observe zebras, impalas, giraffes, and other wildlife. Lunch is included en route.
Check in at your lodge, relax, and enjoy dinner and overnight stay. Accommodation options include Mihingo Lodge for luxury, Lake Mburo Safari Lodge for mid-range, or Eagle Nest Camp for budget.
Day 14: Early Morning Nature Walk and Return to Entebbe or Kampala
Conclude the safari with an early morning nature walk in Lake Mburo National Park. Afterward, begin the journey back to Entebbe or Kampala, stopping at the Equator for photographs and lunch.
Arrive in Kampala or Entebbe and be dropped at your hotel or Entebbe International Airport, marking the end of the 14-day Uganda Gorilla Safari.
Safari Includes
- Safari Park fees
- All Tour activities
- All Tour accommodation
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation ( To & From )
- All Taxes/VAT
- Everyday Meals ( As specified )
- Drinking water ( On all days )
Safari Excludes
- International flights ( From / to home )
- Additional Accommodation
- Tips
- Personal items(Souvenirs
- etc.)
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Gov increase of taxes and/or park fees
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14-Day Uganda Gorilla Safari
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