Country: Uganda
Destinations: Entebbe, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Jinja
Itinerary at Glance
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe
Day 2: Fly to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Day 3: Boat cruise and game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Day 4: Chimpanzee trekking and game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Day 5: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 6: Gorilla trekking experience at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 7: Batwa trail experience at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 8: Fly to Entebbe and connect to Jinja
Day 9: Relax in Jinja with optional activities
Day 10: Transfer to Entebbe for departure
Trip Overview
This 10 days – 9 nights, luxury Uganda gorilla wildlife adventure safaris, gives you a great relaxing time, to explore Queen Elizabeth National Park, for a great wildlife experience, through safari game drives and boat cruise on Kazinga channel, as well as trek the chimpanzee at Kyambura Gorge. The safari takes you to the soul heart of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, to meet the silverback, on your magical gorilla trekking adventure experience, with an opportunity, to get in contact with the batwa, who were the first conservationists living in the forest, in harmony with nature. During this safari, your long road travels shall be shortened with flight transfers, rewarding you with a great experience to observe Uganda from above. This will be a life time experience, with a nice safari, at great pace.
Trip Highlight.
- Gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Chimpanzee trekking
- Wildlife game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Flight transfers
- Batwa cultural experience
- Community experience
- Boat cruise at Kazinga channel
- Leisure retreat in Jinja
- Optional activities in Jinja
Day 1: Welcome to Entebbe – Uganda!
1 night at Entebbe Forest Lodge| Entebbe
Day Itinerary
Upon landing at Entebbe International Airport, you will go through the immigration protocol and on getting done, as you exit the tunnel, your driver/guide, will warmly welcome you to Uganda, and he will pick you up from Entebbe airport and transfers you to your booked accommodation for relaxation, dinner and overnight stay. You will have the opportunity to rest and prepare for your safari adventure the following day. Our driver will ensure that you are comfortable and ready for an exciting and unforgettable experience exploring the beautiful landscapes and wildlife of Uganda.
Day 2- 4: Fly to Queen Elizabeth National Park
3 nights at Kyambura Gorge Lodge | Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day Itinerary
Today you will be transferred back to Entebbe in the morning. From here you will be flown to the Queen Elizabeth National Park. On arrival you will be met and transferred to your camp. During your time at Kyambura Gorge Lodge you will have the opportunity to view a wide variety of animals from game drive vehicles as well as a unique boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, headed into Lake Edward. Lion, Elephant, Cape buffalo, Warthogs, Leopard, Hyena, Mongoose, Waterbuck, Ugandan Kob, Hippo & a prolific bird life are to mention a few! While Chimpanzee trekking in Kyambura Gorge you can expect to observe numerous primates which include chimpanzees, baboons, red-tailed monkeys, black and white colobus and vervet monkeys.
Day 5 – 7: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
3 nights at Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp | Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day Itinerary
Today you will be driven out to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via the Ishasha sector of the Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree climbing Lions which are unique to this region. During your Gorilla Trekking, experienced wildlife guides along with trackers and porters will accompany you through the ever-green forest. The journey, through dense foliage and up steep climbs, leads you to a lifetime experience of viewing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. After finding the Gorillas, you will have an opportunity to be within meters of these magnificent apes, sharing in their daily lives and experiencing their day-to-day activities. With an estimated 850 Gorilla population in the world, spending one hour with a Gorilla family is a once in a lifetime experience! In the afternoon, you have the option to visit a women project (Ride 4 a woman). It’s a charitable organization set up to support women struggling with poverty, HIV and domestic violence. Your visit indirectly supports the project work and while here, you may participate in basketry, weaving, making local dishes and have an opportunity for last minute craft shopping. The Batwa Community visit is a mind-opening adventure you will never forget as you go for an incredible day hike in the rain forest with the elderly Batwa (pygmy) guides. See how the Batwa lived and hunted, learn about medicinal plants, and watch for animals and birds. You will share traditional dances with the Batwa, hear ancient legends and traditional songs, and join in on a mock hunting party. You can even test your skill with a Batwa bow and arrow and participate in traditional dances.
Day 8 – 9: Fly to Entebbe and connect to Jinja
2 nights at Wild Waters Lodge| Jinja
Day Itinerary
Meet your guide after breakfast at the lodge, and transfer to Kihihi airstrip, for your flight to Entebbe, upon reaching Entebbe, you will later be transferred by road to Jinja which roughly 2 and half hours with a wonderful country side view, of the tea gardens, sugar cane plantations and Mabira forest. You will spend your afternoon at leisure overlooking the beautiful River Nile. During your time at Wild Waters Lodge, you will have an opportunity for a number of optional activities where by you chose one to participate in on the next day, such as, full day or half day white water rafting along the mighty River Nile, or white water kayaking on the Nile, or boat trip to explore source of Nile and Lake Victoria, or horseback riding, or quad biking adventure. This is a day full of energy and adventure. You just pick one of the above activities to light up your day. You may just opt to relax at your lodge and enjoy the sound of the water waves from your balcony, as you read your novel.
Day 10: Transfer to Entebbe for departure.
Our luxury Uganda safaris, comes to an end!
Today after your breakfast at the lodge, depending on your flight time, you will checkout of the lodge, and transfer to Entebbe International Airport via Kampala. Here you will connect with your onward flight home. End of service!
Meal Plan: Breakfast only.
The Safari includes;
- Ground transfers by 4 WD safari vehicle with pop up roof
- Airport transfers
- Luxury accommodation while on safari
- 4 Course meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) while on safari,
- Mineral water at/during lunch and dinner,
- Park entrance fees
- 1 gorilla permit per person ($ 700)
- Chimpanzee permit
- Game drives as mentioned in the itinerary
- Boat cruise at Kazinga channel
- Batwa experience
- Community visit
- Kayaking or white water rafting or boat cruise on Nile or horse ride
- Local guide services
- English speaking driver guide service
- Return domestic flights transfers to Mweya and Kihihi
- Lots of fun in the African Sun
The package excludes expenses of personal nature like:
- Visa Fees & flights
- Optional activities
- Tips & gratuities
- Laundry
- Alcoholic drinks
- International vaccinations
- Health test requirements
- Porter fees while trekking
- Personal travel Insurance
- Personal shopping bills
- Phone call bills
- Extras while at the hotel
- Items of personal nature
Please contact us for a free detailed quote on the option of your choice. We can tailor a request that suits your interests, and budget, as well as we can change or upgrade the lodge options. Write to us with more details about your safari