Country: Uganda
Destinations: Entebbe, Queen Elizabeth National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
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 with your flight home.
Trip Overview
This 8 days – 7 nights, luxury Uganda gorilla wildlife flying expedition 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
Day 1: Welcome to Entebbe – Uganda!
1 nights 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: Fly to Entebbe for departure
Day Itinerary
Meet your driver guide after breakfast at the lodge, and after you will be transferred to the Kihihi airstrip for your onward flight via light aircraft to Entebbe International Airport. 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
- 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