6-Day Accessible Gorilla, Chimp & Wildlife Safari
The 6-Day Accessible Gorilla, Chimp & Wildlife Safari is designed for travelers who want to experience Uganda's wildlife and primates while having their mobility requirements considered throughout the journey. Starting and ending in Entebbe, the itinerary combines Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and chimpanzee experiences, with private road transportation and opportunities to adjust activities to individual comfort and ability.
Accessibility is personal, so planning should begin with an understanding of each traveler's walking ability, wheelchair or mobility-aid requirements, transfer needs, and tolerance for uneven terrain. Wildlife drives and boat experiences may be more suitable for some travelers than forest trekking. Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking can involve steep, muddy, uneven forest trails and may not be suitable for every mobility level. Accessible alternatives should be agreed upon before permits and accommodation are confirmed.
The safari should prioritize suitable vehicle access, step-free or low-step accommodation where available, assistance during transfers, manageable daily schedules, and realistic expectations about which experiences can be completed comfortably.
Starting Point: Entebbe
Destinations: Queen Elizabeth National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Ending Point: Entebbe
Mode of Transport: Private 4x4 safari vehicle, with domestic flights considered if they better meet the traveler's mobility and comfort requirements.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
- Travelers with reduced mobility who want to experience African wildlife.
- Older travelers who prefer a flexible pace and fewer strenuous activities.
- Wheelchair users who can travel with suitable accessibility arrangements.
- Travelers using walking sticks, walkers, or other mobility aids.
- Couples or families planning a wildlife holiday with accessibility needs.
- Guests who prefer private transportation and personalized assistance.
- Travelers willing to adapt trekking activities according to their mobility requirements.
Why This Safari Is Best
- Personalized Planning: Daily activities can be discussed around individual mobility needs.
- Private Transportation: A private vehicle allows flexibility for stops and rest breaks.
- Wildlife Viewing: Game drives offer wildlife experiences without requiring long forest walks.
- Flexible Experiences: Boat trips and lodge-based activities may provide alternatives to strenuous trekking.
- Comfort-Focused Accommodation: Lodges can be selected based on confirmed access, room layout, and bathroom requirements.
- Realistic Expectations: Trekking suitability is assessed before booking rather than assumed.
Brief List
- It combines wildlife viewing with primate-focused experiences across six days.
- Private travel allows a more flexible pace than a large group tour.
- Activities can be adjusted to the traveler's physical abilities.
- Accessibility requirements can guide lodge and vehicle selection before confirmation.
- Alternative experiences can be planned if forest trekking is not feasible.
Tour Highlights
Tour Map
Tour Features
Tour
This tour uses lodges, tented camps and Resorts.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can ask for a quotation.
Minimum age of 15 years
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Day 1
Arrive in Entebbe
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and meet your safari representative for a private transfer to your hotel. Before travel, confirm whether airport assistance, wheelchair handling, a suitable vehicle entry height, and luggage support are required.
The rest of the day is kept relaxed. Your guide can review the itinerary with you, confirm the practical arrangements for mobility aids, and discuss which activities may require additional assistance or an alternative plan.
Meals: Dinner, depending on arrival time and package
Transport: Private vehicle selected according to mobility requirements
Distance & Time: Approximately 5–10 km / 15–30 minutes to many Entebbe hotels, depending on the property and traffic.
Accommodation A
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Accommodation B
Protea Hotel Entebbe by Marriott
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Accommodation C
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Day 2
Travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Depart Entebbe and travel toward Queen Elizabeth National Park. The drive is long, so plan regular comfort stops, opportunities to stretch, accessible restroom breaks where available, and sufficient time to enter and exit the vehicle safely.
On arrival, settle into your lodge and enjoy a relaxed afternoon. Where the lodge's facilities and the traveler's energy permit, spend time enjoying the scenery or a short wildlife-viewing activity without committing to strenuous walking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Private 4x4 safari vehicle with suitable access arrangements
Distance & Time: Approximately 400–450 km / 7–9 hours by road, depending on the route, stops, and lodge location.
Accommodation A
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Accommodation B
Mweya Safari Lodge
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Accommodation C
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Day 3
Wildlife Viewing and Kazinga Channel
Enjoy a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Wildlife viewing from a vehicle can offer a rewarding safari experience without the physical demands of walking through the bush. The guide can adjust the duration and include breaks according to your comfort.
Later, consider a Kazinga Channel boat cruise, subject to confirmation of boarding arrangements, gangway conditions, steps, and assistance available at the departure point and on the boat. If boarding is not suitable, a game drive or relaxed lodge-based wildlife experience can be arranged instead.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Private safari vehicle; boat cruise if accessible and confirmed
Distance & Time: Game-drive distances vary; allow approximately 2–3 hours for a scheduled boat cruise, plus transfers and boarding time.
Accommodation A
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Accommodation B
Mweya Safari Lodge
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Accommodation C
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Day 4
Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, travel toward Bwindi. The route passes through changing landscapes and rural communities, with opportunities to stop for rest and photographs where safe and practical.
On arrival, settle into your accommodation and review the next day's options. Gorilla trekking should not be treated as automatically accessible: trails can be steep, muddy, uneven, and physically demanding. Discuss mobility requirements with the tour operator and park authorities in advance. If trekking is unsuitable, arrange a realistic alternative, such as a scenic outing, cultural experience, or time at the lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Private 4x4 safari vehicle
Distance & Time: Approximately 150–200 km / 4–6 hours, depending on the starting point, lodge location, and road conditions.
Accommodation A
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Accommodation B
Mahogany Springs Lodge
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Accommodation C
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Day 5
Gorilla Experience or Accessible Alternative
If the traveler is able and the relevant authorities confirm that arrangements are suitable, take part in the scheduled gorilla trekking experience. The difficulty varies by gorilla family location and daily trail conditions. Even with assistance, trekking may not be suitable for some travelers with limited mobility.
For guests unable to trek, an alternative day can be planned around accessible cultural activities, scenic viewpoints, birdlife, or lodge-based relaxation, depending on what is available near the chosen accommodation. Any alternative should be confirmed before travel rather than assumed to be included automatically.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Private vehicle for transfers; trekking or alternative activity as agreed
Distance & Time: Trekking duration and difficulty vary and cannot be guaranteed. Alternative activity distances depend on the selected location.
Accommodation A
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Accommodation B
Mahogany Springs Lodge
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Accommodation C
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Day 6
Return to Entebbe
After breakfast, begin the return journey toward Entebbe, allowing adequate time for comfort breaks and any mobility assistance required during stops. Given the long road distance, a domestic flight from the nearest suitable airstrip may be worth considering if available, operational, and appropriate for the traveler's needs.
Arrive in Entebbe for your onward flight or hotel stay. If departing internationally on the same day, the transfer method and departure time should be checked carefully before confirming the itinerary.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, depending on timing
Transport: Private 4x4 safari vehicle or pre-arranged domestic flight with suitable ground transfers
Distance & Time: By road, approximately 400–500 km / 8–11 hours depending on the Bwindi sector and route. Domestic flight duration and availability must be confirmed.
Accommodation A
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Accommodation B
No accommodation (End of the tour)
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Accommodation C
All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.
Important to know
The prices below are per person and are approximate for 2026.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Midrange Cost
| Month/Season | 2 people | 4 people | 6 people |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 1st -December 31st | $5,400 | $4,800 | $44,000 |
