9-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari & Wildlife Adventure

9-days
Uganda
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9-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari & Wildlife Adventure
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This 9-Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari & Wildlife Adventure showcases Uganda's remarkable biodiversity, combining the country's most iconic wildlife experiences with extraordinary primate encounters.

Designed for travelers who want to experience the very best of Uganda in a single itinerary, this safari journeys through dramatic savannahs, tropical rainforests, crater lakes, and mountain landscapes while offering unforgettable opportunities to encounter the famous Big Five, chimpanzees, and endangered mountain gorillas.

Beginning in Entebbe, the adventure travels north to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where rhino tracking completes Uganda's Big Five experience.

Continue with exciting game drives and a Nile boat cruise before heading south to Kibale Forest National Park, home to East Africa's highest concentration of chimpanzees.

The journey then continues through Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, abundant wildlife, and the Kazinga Channel, before ending with the highlight of the safari mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.

Throughout the journey, guests enjoy comfortable safari lodges, professional guides, spectacular scenery, and authentic Ugandan hospitality.

Who This Safari Is Ideal For

This safari is perfect for:

  • Gorilla trekking enthusiasts.

  • Wildlife lovers seeking Uganda's Big Five.

  • Birdwatchers looking for exceptional bird diversity.

  • Nature photographers.

  • Couples and honeymooners.

  • Families with older children.

  • Adventure travelers seeking diverse safari experiences.

  • First-time visitors wanting Uganda's highlights.

Why This Safari Best

  • Combines Uganda's top wildlife and primate destinations.

  • Includes both chimpanzee and gorilla trekking.

  • Rhino tracking completes the Big Five experience.

  • Excellent balance of wildlife, forests, and scenic landscapes.

  • Boat safaris add variety to traditional game drives.

  • Comfortable driving distances between major parks.

  • Ideal itinerary for first-time Uganda visitors.

  • Expert-guided safari throughout.

Tour Highlights

Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.

Murchison Falls game drives and Nile boat cruise.

Visit the top of the spectacular Murchison Falls.

Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest.

Kazinga Channel boat cruise.

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

Incredible birdlife with over 1,000 recorded species.

Big Five wildlife encounters.

Beautiful crater lakes and scenic countryside.

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Tour Features

Mid-range tour

This mid-range tour uses lodges and tented camps.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.

Not for solo travelers

Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request changes to this tour.

Minimum age of 15 years

The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.

Day 1

Arrival – Entebbe

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by your professional safari guide and transferred to your hotel.

Depending on your arrival time, relax after your journey or enjoy a leisurely walk around the hotel gardens overlooking Lake Victoria.

During the evening, your guide will provide a comprehensive safari briefing, explaining the exciting wildlife, primate, and cultural experiences that await throughout your Ugandan adventure.

Meals

  • Dinner

Transport

  • Entebbe International Airport to Hotel

  • Distance: Approximately 10 km

  • Driving Time: 15–20 minutes

  • Transport: Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser

Midrange Accommodation

Admas Grand Hotel

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Accommodation Option B

Airport Guest House

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Day 2

Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park

After an early breakfast, depart north towards Murchison Falls National Park with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.

Enjoy a guided walking safari to track Uganda's only wild rhinos before continuing north through scenic countryside.

Arrive at Murchison Falls National Park in the afternoon and visit the famous Top of the Falls viewpoint where the mighty Nile forces itself through a narrow 7-metre gorge before plunging dramatically below.

Meals

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

Transport

  • Entebbe → Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary → Murchison Falls National Park

  • Distance: Approximately 340 km

  • Driving Time: 6–7 hours

  • Transport: Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruise

Midrange Accommodation

Pakuba Safari Lodge

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Accommodation Option B

Fort Murchison

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Day 3

Murchison Falls National Park

Enjoy an early morning game drive across the northern sector of the park where elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, Uganda kob, hartebeests, hyenas, and leopards may be encountered.

Later, embark on an unforgettable boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls where crocodiles, hippos, elephants, and numerous bird species gather along the riverbanks.

Meals

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

Transport

  • Game drives within Murchison Falls National Park

  • Distance: Approximately 90 km

  • Driving Time: 5–6 hours (game drives)

  • Transport: Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser

Midrange Accommodation

Pakuba Safari Lodge

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Accommodation Option B

Fort Murchison

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Day 4

Murchison Falls – Kibale Forest National Park

Following breakfast, depart Murchison Falls and travel southwest through picturesque tea plantations, rural villages, and rolling hills towards Kibale Forest National Park.

Arrive in the afternoon and relax at your lodge surrounded by tropical rainforest while preparing for tomorrow's exciting chimpanzee trekking experience.

Meals

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

Transport

  • Murchison Falls National Park → Kibale Forest National Park

  • Distance: Approximately 430 km

  • Driving Time: 7–8 hours

  • Transport: Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser

Midrange Accommodation

Kibale Guest Cottages

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Accommodation Option B

Kibale Forest Camp

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Day 5

Chimpanzee Trekking – Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, enjoy one of Africa's finest chimpanzee trekking experiences inside Kibale Forest National Park.

Guided by experienced rangers, track habituated chimpanzees while learning about the forest's extraordinary biodiversity.

Following lunch, continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park where spectacular scenery, crater lakes, and abundant wildlife welcome you to Uganda's most visited national park.

Meals

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

Transport

  • Kibale Forest National Park → Queen Elizabeth National Park

  • Distance: Approximately 160 km

  • Driving Time: 3–4 hours

  • Transport: Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser

Midrange Accommodation

Buffalo Safari Lodge

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Accommodation Option B

The Bush Lodge

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Day 6

Queen Elizabeth National Park – Southern Sector

Begin the morning with an exciting game drive through Kasenyi Plains in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, hyenas, Uganda kob, and leopards.

Later, enjoy a relaxing boat safari along the Kazinga Channel before continuing south to the Ishasha Sector, famous worldwide for its tree-climbing lions.

Meals

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

Transport

  • Queen Elizabeth National Park → Southern Ishasha Sector

  • Distance: Approximately 120 km

  • Driving Time: 3–4 hours

  • Transport: Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser

Midrange Accommodation

Buffalo Safari Lodge

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Accommodation Option B

The Bush Lodge

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Day 7

Ishasha – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Enjoy a morning game drive searching for the famous tree-climbing lions before departing for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.

Arrive during the afternoon and relax while preparing for tomorrow's once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure.

Meals

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

Transport

  • Ishasha Sector → Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park

  • Distance: Approximately 70 km

  • Driving Time: 2–3 hours

  • Transport: Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser

Midrange Accommodation

Engagi Lodge

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Accommodation Option B

Haven Lodge

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Day 8

Gorilla Trekking Experience

Today is the highlight of your Uganda safari. Following an early morning briefing, begin your unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking adventure through Bwindi's ancient rainforest.

Guided by experienced trackers, hike through dense vegetation in search of one of the habituated gorilla families.

Once located, spend one magical hour observing these endangered giants in their natural habitat.

Watching their social interactions and gentle behavior is an experience few wildlife encounters can equal and remains a lifelong memory for most visitors.

Meals

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

  • Dinner

Transport

  • Lodge to Gorilla Trekking Headquarters and Return

  • Distance: Approximately 15 km

  • Driving Time: 20–30 minutes

  • Transport: Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser

Midrange Accommodation

Engagi Lodge

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Accommodation Option B

Haven Lodge

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Day 9

Bwindi to Entebbe Departure

After breakfast, begin your scenic return journey to Entebbe.

Along the route, enjoy changing landscapes, local markets, rolling hills, and a memorable stop at the Equator Monument where you can take photographs and browse souvenir shops.

Continue to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight, bringing to an end an extraordinary journey through Uganda's finest wildlife destinations, unforgettable primate encounters, and spectacular natural scenery.

Meals

  • Breakfast

  • Lunch

Transport

  • Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park → Entebbe International Airport

  • Distance: Approximately 500 km

  • Driving Time: 9–10 hours

  • Transport: Private 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser

Midrange Accommodation

No accommodation (End of the tour)

All Accommodations are Subject To Avalaiblity.

Accommodation Option B

No accommodation (End of the tour)

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/Season2 people4 people 6 people
January 1st -December 31st$4,765$4,135$3,925

Budget Cost

Month/Season2 people4 people 6 people
January 1st -December 31st$4,220$3,592$3,385

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional english-speaking driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Unlimited Drinking Water During Safaris
Evacuation Cover from the Flying Doctors (AMREF International)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Meal Plan

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Drinking water

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