8 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari | Chimpanzees & Africa’s Big 5 Adventure
- Uganda
- 8 Days
- 7 Nights
- Adventure
- From $2,950 USD
Experience one of Africa’s most powerful wildlife journeys on this 8 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari. Track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, meet mountain gorillas in Bwindi, view Africa’s Big Five in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Park, and unwind in Lake Bunyonyi’s scenic highlands.
This safari blends adventure, culture, and unforgettable wildlife encounters across Uganda’s top destinations.
Package Inclusions:
Inclusions
- 4×4 safari vehicle transport
- All accommodations
- Meals on full board
- Professional English-speaking guide
- All park activities as listed
Itinerary at a Glance
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe → Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
Arrive in Entebbe and begin your journey north toward Uganda’s largest national park. Enjoy scenic landscapes, rolling hills, and rural villages along the way. Settle at your lodge and prepare for wildlife viewing the next day.
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Day 2: Murchison Falls – Game Drive & Afternoon Boat Safari
Start with an early morning game drive across the savannah where you may spot lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and antelope species. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat trip along the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls, famous for hippos, crocodiles, and riverbank wildlife.
Meals: Full Board
Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park
Day 3: Transfer to Kibale National Park
After breakfast, depart for Kibale Forest—home to Africa’s highest density of chimpanzees. The drive takes you through lush countryside, crater lakes, and tea plantations before arriving at your forest lodge.
Accommodation: Treetops Lodge (Full Board)
Main Destination: Kibale National Park
Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking → Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Begin the day with a thrilling chimpanzee trekking experience inside Kibale Forest. After lunch, travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for its tree-climbing lions and beautiful crater landscapes. Arrive in time to relax and enjoy the sunset.
Accommodation: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 5: Queen Elizabeth – Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Enjoy a morning game drive across the Kasenyi plains, rich in lions, buffaloes, elephants, and antelopes. In the afternoon, cruise along the Kazinga Channel to see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and incredible birdlife close-up.
Accommodation: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge (Full Board)
Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 6: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today you travel south through rolling hills and rural landscapes to the ancient forests of Bwindi, home of Uganda’s mountain gorillas. Settle in for an early night in preparation for tomorrow’s unforgettable trekking experience.
Accommodation: Bakiga Lodge (Full Board)
Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 7: Gorilla Trekking → Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
Embark on one of Africa’s most powerful wildlife experiences as you trek deep into Bwindi Forest to meet a family of mountain gorillas. After spending a magical hour with them, transfer to the peaceful shores of Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.
Accommodation: Full Board
Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi
Day 8: Lake Bunyonyi → Entebbe (End of Safari)
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe. Arrive in the late afternoon for drop-off at your hotel or the airport. This marks the end of your 8 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari.
Main Destination: Entebbe International Airport
Location
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