Basic Safari

8-Day Primates and Wildlife

Overview

Tour Overview

Uganda Safari: The highlights of the 8-Day Primates and Wildlife include visiting Ziwa Rhino sanctuary, and game drives in Murchison Falls National Park, chimpanzee

Day by Day

Itinerary

1

Transfer from Entebbe to Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa Rhino sanctuary

Day 1Transfer from Entebbe to Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa Rhino sanctuary Transfer from Entebbe to Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa Rhino sanctuary We will pick you up at the guest house in Entebbe or downtown Kampala at 8:00am and transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Rhino’s got extinct in Uganda in the early 1980s, and the Ziwa site is being used as a breeding site for the white Rhinos. Spend about 2hrs trekking the Rhinos, and we will proceed to Murchison Falls National Park. Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures) Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP ChimpanzeeOccasional ElephantCommon GiraffeCommon LionCommon BuffaloCommon HippoAbundant Show more LeopardOccasional White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: Red Chilli Rest Camp Budget lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Non-alcoholic drinks

2

Game drives and Nile river boat trip at Murchison Falls

Day 2Game drives and Nile river boat trip at Murchison Falls Game drives and Nile river boat trip at Murchison Falls In the morning, you will go for a game drive in the park to spot elephants, lions, giraffes, and other wildlife. In the afternoon, you will take a relaxing boat trip on the River Nile, and here you will have a chance to see crocodiles, hippos, and a range of rare birds. You will also see the point where the River Nile flows towards Lake Albert, one of the major highlights of this trip. Dinner and overnight at Murchison Falls. Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park Accommodation: Red Chilli Rest Camp Budget lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

3

Drive to the Top of Murchison Falls & transfer to Kibale National Park (6hr drive)

Day 3Drive to the Top of Murchison Falls & transfer to Kibale National Park (6hr drive) Drive to the Top of Murchison Falls & transfer to Kibale National Park (6hr drive) This trip will take you to upper Murchison Falls National Park, where you have spectacular views of Murchison Falls along the Nile River. Note that because of the current flooding of the Nile, it's no longer possible to hike to the top of the falls from downstream. The visit to the top of the falls will be driving through the new tarmac road. After the Top of the Falls visit, drive to Kibale National Park. The drive to Kibale National Park will go through western Uganda's major cities, including Hoima, Kyenjojo, and Fort Portal. There will be a scheduled stopover for lunch along the way. The drive should take about 6-7hrs. Dinner and overnight at Kibale National Park. 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: Rweteera Safari Park Camp Budget lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) +6 Photos +5 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

4

Chimpanzee tracking experience at Kibale, transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP

Day 4Chimpanzee tracking experience at Kibale, transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP Chimpanzee tracking experience at Kibale, transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP Starting in the morning at Kibale Forest National Park, you will go into the jungle to encounter chimpanzees and different species of monkeys like the Red Tailed Monkey, Olive baboon, and Black and White Columbus Monkey. If trekking is completed early, have a walk in the nearby Bigodi wetland in the afternoon. Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park after the chimp trek at Kibale. Main Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Accommodation: Engiri Game Lodge - Cottages Budget lodge bordering Queen Elizabeth NP without fences +16 Photos +15 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

5

Kasenyi game drives and Kazinga channel boat trip, Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 5Kasenyi game drives and Kazinga channel boat trip, Queen Elizabeth National Park Kasenyi game drives and Kazinga channel boat trip, Queen Elizabeth National Park Kasenyi plains game drive You will start the day with an early morning breakfast at the lodge. Afterward, we proceed to the famed Kasenyi plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park to spot wild animals. Kasenyi plains dwell in the vast savannahs of the Albertine rift in Queen Elizabeth National Park. It will be a morning full of adventure! Expect to encounter lions, herds of buffalos, elephants, Uganda kobs, topi, and bushbucks. While spotting the "Big Five" in the park is not guaranteed, on a lucky day, you may site leopards to make it to the "Big Four." We will return to the lodge for lunch. Kazinga channel boat cruise After lunch, join the Kazinga channel boat cruise for an afternoon of wild game viewing. You will spot crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and bird species on the channel waters. 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 LeopardOccasional Show more GiraffeNone White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: Pumba Safari Cottages Mid-rang

6

Transfer to Bwindi National Park via the Ishasha sector to spot tree-climbing lions

Day 6Transfer to Bwindi National Park via the Ishasha sector to spot tree-climbing lions Transfer to Bwindi National Park via the Ishasha sector to spot tree-climbing lions We will start the journey in the morning to Bwindi National Park and drive to Queen Elizabeth national park. The tour will take you through the stunning landscapes of western Uganda. You will arrive at Bwindi National Park in the late afternoon. Ishasha sector for tree-climbing lions On the way to Bwindi National Park, we will drive through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, popularly known for its tree-climbing lions. Unlike their counterparts at the Kasenyi plains, the lions at Ishasha have found a way to climb the fig trees to enjoy the warm temperatures in the park. While the sighting of the tree-climbing lions is not 100% guaranteed, a stopover at Ishasha is worth a visit! 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: Broadbill Forest Camp Budget tented camp located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) +3 Photos Meals &

7

Gorilla trekking at Bwindi National Park

Day 7Gorilla trekking at Bwindi National Park Gorilla trekking at Bwindi National Park You will head to the Bwindi National Park gate immediately after breakfast to get a briefing about the gorilla trek. The national park guide will conduct a presentation that covers the basics of what to expect during the gorilla trek. The national guide will assign the gorilla trekking group during the pre-trekking briefing. Other visitors will likely join you. The gorilla trek can take a few hours, depending on how far the gorillas are inside the forest. In the afternoon, you may consider doing a Batwa Cultural Tour and contributing to sustainable tourism efforts in the area. An extra payment of USD30 is expected to support the Batwa community. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Accommodation: Broadbill Forest Camp Budget tented camp located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Non-alcoholic drinks

8

Transfer from Bwindi National Park to Entebbe via the Equator Crossing

Day 8Transfer from Bwindi National Park to Entebbe via the Equator Crossing Transfer from Bwindi National Park to Entebbe via the Equator Crossing This will be the day to drive from Bwindi National Park to Entebbe or Kampala. The drive will follow the southwestern-Kampala route. The drive will take about 8-9hrs to go through western Uganda's major towns of Kabale, Ntungamo, Mbarara, and Masaka. There will be a scheduled stopover at Mbarara city for lunch and at the Equator crossing for coffee or handicraft shopping. Main Destination: Entebbe (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Non-alcoholic drinks 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 Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Deep End Tours and Safaris, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on Safa

What's covered

Included & Excluded

Included

  • A transfer from and back to the airport is included
  • What is included in this tour

Not Included

  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost

What travellers say

Verified Reviews

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Jung 5.0/5

Thank you for the precious memories. The tour was perfect: gentle friends, comfortable cars, and a wonderful time. I had a wonderful time at the CTC and the rhino sanctuary.

Alison 5.0/5

I booked a tour to go rafting. Sammy picked me up on time everytime to drive me there. He arranged everything with the tour operators at the Nile and was very communicative and attentive thoughout. I had the best time and interesting...

Taylor 5.0/5

Our month in Uganda would not have been the same without Deep End Safaris. From start to finish, their communication was flawless — every message answered quickly, every question met with kindness and detail. They were always there,...

Gail Harper Yeilding 5.0/5

This was an incredible experience and one that the team at Safari Bookings did an amazing job putting together. I cannot recommend it enough! So fun and worth it!

Ohad 5.0/5

We had 1 week travel in uganda and it was perfect! Our guide was knowledgeable, nice and most important - drove carefully. We managed to see everything we wanted to and more. Hope to see you again.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

How long is 8-Day Primates and Wildlife?

This safari runs for 8 days and 7 nights across Uganda. The itinerary is designed to maximize wildlife viewing while allowing comfortable travel between parks and lodges.

What comfort level is 8-Day Primates and Wildlife?

This is a basic safari featuring budget-friendly camping and basic lodges, ideal for adventurous travellers. Operated by Deep End Tours and Safaris ensures a high standard of experience throughout the journey.

Is 8-Day Primates and Wildlife well-rated?

Yes, this safari has an aggregate rating of 5.0 out of 5 based on 28 verified reviews. Deep End Tours and Safaris consistently receives positive feedback for wildlife sightings and overall experience.

Who operates 8-Day Primates and Wildlife?

8-Day Primates and Wildlife is operated by Deep End Tours and Safaris, a safari company based in Uganda. You can view their full profile, other tours, and verified reviews on SafariPicked to compare before booking.

Which parks does 8-Day Primates and Wildlife visit?

This safari visits Murchison Falls National Park. Each park offers distinct wildlife and landscapes — from open savannah plains to riverine forests and volcanic craters.

What is included in 8-Day Primates and Wildlife?

This tour typically includes A transfer from and back to the airport is included, What is included in this tour. Inclusions may vary by season and availability. Check the full itinerary on SafariPicked for the complete breakdown of what's covered.

How do I book 8-Day Primates and Wildlife?

You can compare pricing and availability for 8-Day Primates and Wildlife on SafariPicked, then book directly with Deep End Tours and Safaris. Most operators offer free cancellation 30–60 days before departure. We recommend booking 3–6 months in advance for peak season dates.