8 Day Uganda Primates and Wildlife Safari

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8 Days / 7 Nights Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi & Lake Mburo Moderate Private & tailor-made

Overview

Eight days that combine Uganda's great primates with its classic savannah wildlife. Start in the Fort Portal area for a Bigodi community walk and chimpanzee trekking, cruise the Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park, trek mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and finish with walking safaris and a boat cruise in Lake Mburo before a stop at the Equator on the way back.

This itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted according to your preferences and budget.

Safari Highlights

  • Bigodi community walk
  • Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale
  • Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel
  • Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
  • Walking safaris and a boat cruise in Lake Mburo National Park
  • Stopover at the Equator for photos and shopping

Day-by-day Itinerary

  1. Day1

    Arrival & transfer to Fort Portal

    Pick-up from Entebbe International Airport and drive to Fort Portal, gateway to Kibale Forest. Check in, relax, dinner and overnight.

    Accommodation
    Turaco Treetops
    Meals
    Dinner
  2. Day2

    Bigodi community walk & chimpanzee trekking

    Morning Bigodi community walk through the wetland sanctuary and village, then an afternoon chimpanzee trekking session in Kibale Forest.

    Activity time
    Community walk, chimpanzee trekking
    Accommodation
    Turaco Treetops
    Meals
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  3. Day3

    Transfer to Queen Elizabeth & boat cruise

    Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and enjoy an afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, famous for its hippos, elephants and birdlife.

    Activity time
    Kazinga Channel boat cruise
    Accommodation
    Twin Lakes Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  4. Day4

    Morning game drive & transfer to Bwindi

    Morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth, then transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home of the mountain gorillas.

    Activity time
    Morning game drive
    Accommodation
    Mutanda Lake Resort
    Meals
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  5. Day5

    Gorilla trekking

    Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, followed by an afternoon of relaxation at the lodge.

    Activity time
    Gorilla trekking
    Accommodation
    Mutanda Lake Resort
    Meals
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  6. Day6

    Transfer to Lake Mburo & evening walking safari

    Morning breakfast, then transfer to Lake Mburo National Park for an evening walking safari.

    Activity time
    Evening walking safari
    Accommodation
    Mihingo Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  7. Day7

    Walking safari & boat cruise

    Morning breakfast and head out for a walking safari. After lunch, go for an evening boat cruise on Lake Mburo.

    Activity time
    Walking safari, boat cruise
    Accommodation
    Mihingo Lodge
    Meals
    Breakfast, lunch, dinner
  8. Day8

    Return to Kampala via the Equator

    After breakfast, drive back to Kampala with a stopover at the Equator for photos and shopping, arriving in time for your check-in and flight back home.

    Activity time
    Equator stop
    Meals
    Breakfast, lunch

What's Included

Price includes

  • Accommodation on a shared basis
  • 4x4 safari car with fuel
  • English-speaking driver guide
  • Park entry fees where applicable
  • Activities as per the itinerary
  • Meals as per the itinerary
  • Chimpanzee permit
  • Gorilla permit
  • Boat cruises as per itinerary
  • Walking safari fees
  • Bottled drinking water while on safari

Price does not include

  • Visa fees (East African visa recommended, $100)
  • International flights
  • Tips to staff, driver and hotel staff
  • Other drinks

Accommodation

  • Turaco Treetops - Kibale / Fort Portal
  • Twin Lakes Lodge - Queen Elizabeth
  • Mutanda Lake Resort - Bwindi
  • Mihingo Lodge - Lake Mburo

Lodges are subject to availability at the time of booking; we'll confirm or offer a comparable alternative.

Good to Know

  • This itinerary is flexible and can be adjusted according to preference and budget.
  • An East African tourist visa ($100) is recommended if you are combining countries.
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