10-Day Safari in Uganda Gorillas, Wildlife, and Chimps

Airport pickup

Day 1Airport pickup Airport pickup Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, our 10-day Uganda Safari driver-guide will be waiting to warmly welcome you. You will then enjoy a comfortable transfer to your overnight accommodation. Depending on your arrival time at Entebbe, meals will be provided as outlined in the safari highlights. Main Destination: Entebbe (City) Accommodation: Airport Guesthouse Entebbe Mid-range guest house located in Entebbe (City) Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

White Water Rafting in Jinja

Day 2White Water Rafting in Jinja White Water Rafting in Jinja Early in the morning, after breakfast, you will depart for Jinja for an unforgettable white-water rafting adventure on the Nile. This thrilling experience can be enjoyed as either a full-day or half-day activity, depending on your preference. Renowned as one of the most exciting white-water rafting experiences in the world, the journey covers up to 31 km of exhilarating rapids. The adventure is perfectly concluded with a delicious barbecue lunch and complimentary drinks, a memorable highlight of your 10 Days Uganda Safari. Main Destination: Jinja (Town) Accommodation: 2 Friends Guest House Mid-range guest house located in Jinja (Town) +4 Photos +3 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Kibale National Park

Day 3Drive to Kibale National Park Drive to Kibale National Park After breakfast, you will depart for Kibale National Park in western Uganda on a scenic drive of approximately 8 hours, including a relaxed lunch stop in Fort Portal town. Along the journey, you will pass through charming small towns, vibrant villages, lush tea plantations, and colorful roadside markets, offering a beautiful insight into Uganda’s countryside and everyday life. You will arrive in Kibale with ample time to relax, unwind, and settle in after a rewarding day of travel. Main Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain) Wildlife in Kibale NP ChimpanzeeCommon ElephantOccasional BuffaloOccasional LionVery Rare LeopardVery Rare HippoRare Show more GiraffeNone White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone Accommodation: Guereza Canopy Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park

Day 4Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park Enjoy early morning breakfast, then go to the park headquarters for a briefing about tracking. Accompanied by park rangers, you'll embark on a guided primate walk through the lush tropical forest in search of chimps and up to 12 other primate species, including L’Hoest’s monkeys, red colobus, blue monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, grey-cheeked mangabeys, and other forest inhabitants. Once the chimpanzees are located, you will enjoy a memorable 1 hour encounter observing their fascinating behavior in their natural habitat. After the trek, return to the park offices and then head back to your lodge for lunch and rest. In the afternoon, you will visit the local community and enjoy a guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, famous for the magnificent Great Blue Turaco. This rich wetland is home to approximately 200 bird species and eight primate species, offering excellent birdwatching opportunities. Later in the day, you will return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay. Main Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Accommodation: Guereza Canopy Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Visit Caves, Crater Lakes and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 5Visit Caves, Crater Lakes and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park Visit Caves, Crater Lakes and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park Enjoy breakfast, then head to the legendary Amabere Ga Nyina Mwiru caves, a historical and cultural site located about 10 km from Fort Portal town. You will be accompanied by a knowledgeable safari guide who will share fascinating stories, legends, and historical insights about this remarkable place. As the visit involves exploring the caves, you are advised to carry a flashlight, wear hiking boots, long trousers, and suitable outdoor gear. After exploring the caves, you will enjoy a guided hike around the surrounding explosion crater lakes, offering breathtaking views and a serene natural setting. Return to Fort Portal town for lunch, followed by a visit to the Tooro Kingdom Palace, where you will gain insight into the rich cultural heritage of the Tooro Kingdom. Following lunch, you will proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s second-largest national park, enjoying ever-changing landscapes and spectacular views of the mystical Rwenzori Mountain ranges along the way. Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall) Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP ChimpanzeeOccasional ElephantCommon LionCommon BuffaloCommon HippoAbundant LeopardOccasio

Wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 6Wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park Wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park After breakfast, you'll set out on a game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most diverse and wildlife-rich protected areas. The park’s remarkable ecosystem of open savannah plains, tropical forests, rivers, swamps, crater lakes, and volcanic landscapes supports an impressive variety of wildlife. With the Rwenzori Mountains forming a dramatic backdrop, you'll have chances of spotting lions, leopards, giant forest hogs, Cape buffaloes, elephants, defassa waterbuck, Uganda kob, topi, and bushbuck, among many other species. After lunch, you will enjoy a relaxing 2–3 hour boat cruise along the famous Kazinga Channel, which links Lake George to Lake Edward. This cruise takes you through one of the highest concentrations of hippos in Africa, while offering close-up views of animals gathering along the water’s edge to drink and cool off. Following the boat trip, relax for the evening and overnight at the lodge. Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park Accommodation: The Bush Lodge (Banda) Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 7Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park After breakfast, you will depart Queen Elizabeth National Park and travel through the Ishasha sector, renowned for its rare tree-climbing lions, before continuing to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This scenic journey takes you through the breathtaking Kigezi Highlands, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Africa” for its rolling hills and dramatic landscapes. The drive winds through beautifully terraced hills, lush valleys, and panoramic viewpoints before reaching the dense rainforest of Bwindi. You will enjoy a relaxed stopover in Kabale town for lunch before continuing to your lodge near the forest, where you can unwind in preparation for the next day’s adventure. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest) High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce) Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall) Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP GorillaCommon ChimpanzeeRare ElephantRare White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone LionNone Show more GiraffeNone LeopardNone CheetahNone BuffaloNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone HippoNone Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) +5 Photos +4 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 8Gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Gorilla tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Today is the long-awaited highlight of your adventure, an extraordinary encounter with the gentle giants of the forest, the rare and majestic mountain gorillas. This unforgettable experience is the pinnacle of this safari. After an early briefing, you will set off in small groups of no more than eight people, accompanied by expert guides and trackers, as you enter into the forest in search of a habituated gorilla family. Along the way, your guide will interpret signs of recent gorilla activity, such as nests, dung, and chewed bamboo shoots, bringing the forest to life as you trek. The hike takes you through mist-covered forested slopes, dense undergrowth, tangled vines, and bamboo thickets, making the journey as thrilling as the destination itself. Upon locating the gorillas, you will be allowed a 1 hour encounter to observe them at close range in their natural habitat, a life-changing experience. You can carry packed lunch or enjoy your lunch at the lodge on return. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive to Lake Mburo National park

Day 9Drive to Lake Mburo National park Drive to Lake Mburo National park After breakfast, you will depart Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and drive to Lake Mburo National Park. You will arrive in time for lunch, after which you can relax and enjoy some leisure time. For those with energy, the afternoon offers the option of a game drive, where you will encounter zebras, elands, buffaloes, oribi, and a variety of other savannah species. Lake Mburo is also a paradise for birdwatchers, boasting over 250 bird species. Highlights include the striking Papyrus Gonolek, Brown-faced Lapwing, Carruthers’s Cisticola, the rare White-winged Warbler, and the fascinating Bare-faced Go-away Bird, providing an unforgettable experience for nature enthusiasts. Dinner will be served at the lodge. Main Destination: Lake Mburo National Park Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP GiraffeCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon HippoCommon LeopardOccasional HyenaOccasional Show more ElephantNone White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone LionNone CheetahNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: Mpogo Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP +4 Photos +3 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Drive back to Entebbe

Day 10Drive back to Entebbe Drive back to Entebbe After breakfast, enjoy an exciting guided walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, escorted by an armed ranger to ensure your safety. Along the way, you'll encounter zebras grazing peacefully alongside the long-horned Ankole cattle, as well as a variety of other savannah wildlife. Early risers may even have the chance to spot Lake Mburo’s elusive hyenas in their caves. After the walk, you will return to the lodge and begin the drive back to Entebbe. En route, enjoy a fascinating stop at the Mpigi Royal Drum Makers, where you will witness traditional methods of crafting ceremonial drums, passed down through generations. There will also be an opportunity to pause at the Equator for memorable photographs and a unique experience at this iconic landmark. Main Destination: Entebbe (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included) End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By