Safari Overview
This 9 Days Big Five, Gorilla & Chimpanzee Safari is a complete Uganda wildlife adventure combining classic savannah game drives with unforgettable primate encounters. Explore Murchison Falls, Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest while tracking lions, elephants, buffaloes, chimpanzees, and mountain gorillas.
Highlights
- ✔ Big Five game drives in Murchison Falls & Queen Elizabeth
- ✔ Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest
- ✔ Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
- ✔ Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- ✔ Nile boat safari to Murchison Falls
- ✔ Scenic Uganda landscapes
Tour Plan
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
Arrival at Entebbe International Airport where you will be met by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel for relaxation.
Accommodation: Protea Hotel Entebbe / Best Western Premier
Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
Drive north through scenic countryside with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking before continuing to Murchison Falls National Park.
Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge
Day 3: Game Drive & Nile Boat Safari
Morning game drive in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, and buffaloes. Afternoon boat cruise on the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls.
Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Drive to Kibale Forest, known as the primate capital of the world.
Accommodation: Primate Lodge Kibale / Turaco Treetops
Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
Track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest and enjoy a guided Bigodi Wetland walk.
Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park with views of the Rwenzori Mountains.
Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Enganzi Game Lodge
Day 7: Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Morning game drive followed by a boat cruise on Kazinga Channel with hippos, crocodiles, and elephants.
Day 8: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Drive through Ishasha sector famous for tree-climbing lions en route to Bwindi.
Accommodation: Bweza Gorilla Lodge
Day 9: Gorilla Trekking & Return
After briefing, embark on a gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. After the trek, return to Kigali or Entebbe depending on itinerary arrangement.
Tour Map
Route: Entebbe → Murchison Falls → Kibale Forest → Queen Elizabeth → Bwindi → Return
Price Includes
- ✔ Accommodation
- ✔ Meals
- ✔ Gorilla & chimp permits
- ✔ Park entrance fees
- ✔ 4×4 safari vehicle
- ✔ Professional guide
Price Excludes
- ✖ International flights
- ✖ Visa fees
- ✖ Personal expenses
- ✖ Tips & gratuities