10-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari: Bwindi Gorillas, Kibale Chimpanzees & Queen Elizabeth Wildlife Adventure

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe

Upon arrival in Entebbe, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative who will assist with immigration and luggage identification, she will then  outside the terminal building to meet with your guide outside the terminal building, to then transfer you to your accommodation. Transfer time 15 minutes.

Boma Hotel Entebbe is a charming boutique hotel set within lush tropical gardens. Offering comfortable accommodation, warm Ugandan hospitality, and excellent dining, it provides the perfect place to relax before or after your Uganda safari. Its convenient location and peaceful atmosphere make it an ideal gateway to the Pearl of Africa.

Overnight: Boma Guesthouse or alternative (Bed & Breakfast)

 

Day 2: Road transfer to Fort Portal – Scenic Journey to Uganda’s Crater Lake Region

After an early breakfast, depart Entebbe and begin your scenic journey to Fort Portal, one of Uganda’s most beautiful destinations, known for its rolling hills, tea plantations, and spectacular crater lakes. The drive takes approximately seven hours and offers a fascinating glimpse into rural Uganda, passing through vibrant towns, lush countryside, and local farming communities.

Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and take in the stunning views of the surrounding landscape. In the afternoon, you may choose to participate in a range of optional activities offered by the lodge, including guided community visits that provide insight into local culture and traditions, coffee plantation tours where you can learn about Uganda’s renowned coffee production process, or nature walks through nearby forests rich in birdlife and indigenous vegetation.

Return to the lodge in the evening to relax and enjoy dinner as you prepare for the exciting chimpanzee trekking adventure ahead.

Turaco Treetops is a luxury eco-lodge located near Kibale Forest National Park, offering stylish forest-view accommodation surrounded by rich biodiversity. Set within a peaceful natural environment, the lodge provides an ideal base for chimpanzee tracking and nature experiences in western Uganda. Guests enjoy comfortable rooms, excellent dining, and warm hospitality in a tranquil rainforest setting.

Accommodation: Turaco Treetops or similar
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest National Park & Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary

After an early breakfast, transfer to the briefing point for an exciting chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale Forest National Park, one of Africa’s most important primate habitats. Accompanied by experienced ranger guides, venture into the lush tropical rainforest in search of habituated chimpanzee families. Along the way, you may also encounter other primates such as red colobus monkeys, black-and-white colobus, and grey-cheeked mangabeys, as well as a rich variety of bird species.

Once the chimpanzees are located, spend a memorable time observing their behavior in their natural environment—feeding, grooming, and interacting within their social groups.

Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation.

In the afternoon, proceed for a guided nature walk in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-managed eco-tourism project known for its exceptional biodiversity. The swamp is home to several primate species, over 200 bird species, and a variety of butterflies and plant life, making it a paradise for nature lovers and photographers.

Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Turaco Treetops or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

 Day 4: Road transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Crater Lakes & Scenic Landscapes

After breakfast, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most iconic and diverse safari destinations. The journey takes approximately 3 hours and passes through the stunning Albertine Rift Valley, with sweeping views of rolling hills, rural settlements, and volcanic crater landscapes that define western Uganda.

Arrive at your lodge in time for check-in and enjoy a relaxing break before lunch, taking in the serene surroundings and wildlife atmosphere of the park.

In the afternoon, set out on a scenic crater lakes drive, exploring the beautiful volcanic crater region around the park. This area is known for its dramatic scenery, featuring deep green crater lakes, grass-covered calderas, and panoramic viewpoints overlooking the Rift Valley floor. Along the way, enjoy excellent photography opportunities and the chance to spot local wildlife such as baboons, antelopes, and a variety of bird species.

Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay in the heart of the savannah.

Lake Gorge Golf Resort is a scenic safari lodge located near Queen Elizabeth National Park, offering comfortable accommodation with beautiful views of crater lakes and surrounding landscapes. It provides an ideal base for game drives and boat safaris, combining relaxation, nature, and wildlife experiences in a peaceful setting.

Accommodation: Lake Gorge Golf Resort or similar
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 5: Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari – Queen Elizabeth National Park

Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, when wildlife is most active. Explore the vast savannah plains in search of iconic African species including elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, hyenas, and lions. The park’s diverse ecosystems also support an impressive variety of birdlife, making it a rewarding experience for both wildlife enthusiasts and photographers.

Return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest.

In the afternoon, embark on a 2-hour boat safari along the famous Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. This incredible cruise offers one of the highest concentrations of wildlife in Africa, with large pods of hippos, Nile crocodiles basking along the shores, and elephants often seen drinking at the water’s edge. The channel is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, with species such as African fish eagles, kingfishers, pelicans, and cormorants frequently spotted.

Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lake Gorge Golf Resort or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 6: Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha – Tree-Climbing Lions & Community Experience

After breakfast, depart Queen Elizabeth National Park and begin your scenic journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. The drive takes approximately 4 hours, passing through diverse landscapes of open savannah, woodland, and rolling hills as you transition from the plains to Uganda’s highland rainforest.

En-route, travel through the Ishasha Sector, a remote and wildlife-rich area famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. With some luck, you may spot these remarkable predators resting in fig trees or acacia branches, offering a unique photographic opportunity found in only a few places in Africa.

Continue the journey with a meaningful stop at the “Ride for a Woman” community project, an inspiring local initiative that empowers women through crafts, education, and sustainable tourism. This visit provides insight into community-based conservation and the positive impact of tourism in the region.

Afterward, proceed through the scenic Kigezi Highlands, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Africa,” characterized by terraced hills and misty valleys, before arriving at your lodge near Bwindi.

Settle in, relax, and enjoy dinner surrounded by the sounds of the forest in preparation for your upcoming gorilla trekking adventure.

Mahogany Springs Lodge is a luxury safari lodge located on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, offering elegant accommodation overlooking lush rainforest. It provides a peaceful and comfortable base for mountain gorilla trekking, with excellent service, fine dining, and a serene natural setting.

Accommodation: Mahogany Springs Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 7: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a detailed briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers before beginning your once-in-a-lifetime mountain gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Depending on permit allocation, your trek will take place in either the Buhoma or Ruhija sector, both offering rich rainforest habitats and unique trekking routes.

Led by experienced ranger guides, hike through dense tropical jungle, navigating steep slopes, thick vegetation, and misty trails in search of a habituated gorilla family. The trek duration varies depending on the location of the gorillas, but the journey is part of the adventure, offering opportunities to spot rare birds, butterflies, and other forest wildlife.

Once the gorillas are found, spend an unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat. Watch as they feed, groom, play, and interact within their family groups—an awe-inspiring and emotional wildlife encounter found nowhere else on earth.

After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation. The remainder of the afternoon is free to unwind, reflect on your experience, or enjoy optional spa and massage therapy while surrounded by the peaceful sounds of the rainforest.

Accommodation: Mahogany Springs Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 8: Second Mountain Gorilla Trekking Experience in Bwindi

After an early breakfast, return to the park headquarters for briefing before setting off for a second mountain gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This additional trek offers a rare opportunity to explore a different sector of the forest and, if assigned, encounter a new habituated gorilla family with distinct behaviors and dynamics.

Accompanied by expert ranger guides, hike through the dense rainforest once again, immersing yourself in one of the most biologically diverse ecosystems on Earth. The trek may vary in duration and difficulty depending on gorilla movements and terrain, but every step deepens your connection to this ancient forest.

Upon locating the gorillas, spend another magical hour observing their interactions in the wild an unforgettable chance to further appreciate their intelligence, social structure, and gentle nature.

Return to the lodge for lunch and spend the rest of the day at leisure. Relax on your veranda overlooking the forest, enjoy optional wellness treatments, or simply reflect on your extraordinary wildlife encounters in Bwindi.

Accommodation: Mahogany Springs Lodge or similar
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

 

Day 9:Return to Entebbe – Equator Crossing Experience

After breakfast, depart Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and begin your return journey to Entebbe. The drive takes approximately 10 hours and offers a final opportunity to enjoy Uganda’s breathtaking countryside, from rolling green hills and rural villages to expansive savannah landscapes.

Enjoy a lunch stop en route before continuing your journey northward. One of the highlights of the drive is a photo stop at the Uganda Equator Crossing, where you can stand in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres at the same time. This is also a great opportunity for souvenir shopping and capturing memorable photos of your safari adventure.

Arrive in Entebbe in the evening and check in to your hotel for rest after the long journey.

Accommodation: Boma Guesthouse or similar
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

 

Day 10: Departure – End of Uganda Safari

After breakfast, depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Entebbe International Airport for your international departure. Our driver-guide will assist with check-in procedures and ensure a smooth departure. This marks the end of your unforgettable Uganda safari, filled

End of Safari – Thank You for Traveling with Us!