11-Day Ultimate Primate & Wildlife Safari in Uganda

Arrival in Entebbe

Day 1Arrival in Entebbe Arrival in Entebbe Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where a Leonne Africa Safaris & Adventures’ representative warmly welcomes you to Uganda, the Pearl of Africa. After a detailed safari briefing, transfer to Airport Guest House to relax and recover from your journey. Enjoy the serene atmosphere and prepare for the adventure ahead. 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)

Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park (MFNP)

Day 2Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park (MFNP) Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park (MFNP) After breakfast at Airport Guest House, set out for Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, home to Uganda’s only wild rhinos. Enjoy a guided walk to observe these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Continue north through rural landscapes to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest conservation area. Arrive in time for an evening at leisure by the Nile River, at Pakuba Safari Lodge. Main Destination: Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch Best Time To Go June to August and December to February (Dry seasons) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP +5 Photos +4 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise – Murchison Falls National Park

Day 3Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise – Murchison Falls National Park Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise – Murchison Falls National Park Start the day with an early morning game drive across the Buligi plains, where you might spot elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and several antelope species. In the afternoon, embark on a breathtaking boat cruise along the Nile to the base of the thundering Murchison Falls; an unforgettable spectacle of nature’s power. Optional hike to the top of the falls before returning to Pakuba Safari Lodge. 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: Pakuba Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Scenic Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park (KFNP)

Day 4Scenic Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park (KFNP) Scenic Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park (KFNP) After breakfast, depart Murchison and drive south through rolling hills, tea plantations, and scenic villages en route to Kibale Forest National Park, often called the “Primate Capital of the World.” Arrive in the evening and settle in for a peaceful night at Kibale Forest camp surrounded by tropical forest sounds. 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: Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent) Mid-range tented camp located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetland Walk – Kibale Forest

Day 5Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetland Walk – Kibale Forest Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetland Walk – Kibale Forest Embark on an exhilarating trek in search of wild chimpanzees. As you walk beneath the forest canopy, listen for their calls echoing through the trees. Watch these intelligent primates play, feed, and interact in their natural environment. In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run project known for rich birdlife and cultural encounters. Return to Kibale Forest camp for an overnight stay. Main Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent) Mid-range tented camp located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP)

Day 6Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP) Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park (QENP) Enjoy a scenic drive through the crater lakes region before descending into the savannah plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Arrive in time for an evening game drive, where you may encounter elephants, Uganda kobs, and perhaps a leopard on the prowl at dusk. Check-in at Enjojo Lodge for an overnight stay. 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: Enjojo Lodge (Cottage) Mid-range lodge bordering Queen Elizabeth NP without fences +21 Photos +20 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise – QENP

Day 7Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise – QENP Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise – QENP Set out early for a game drive in the Kasenyi sector, famous for large lion prides and abundant antelope herds. Later, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, which links Lakes Edward and George. The channel teems with hippos, crocodiles, and countless water birds, offering superb photo opportunities. Return to Enjojo Lodge for an overnight stay. Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park Accommodation: Enjojo Lodge (Cottage) Mid-range lodge bordering Queen Elizabeth NP without fences Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (BINP)

Day 8Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (BINP) Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (BINP) Travel through the southern Ishasha sector, renowned for its rare tree-climbing lions often spotted resting in fig trees. Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Arrive at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge nestled in the forest neighbourhood. 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: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Encounter – Bwindi

Day 9Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Encounter – Bwindi Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Encounter – Bwindi Today is the highlight of your safari! After a briefing, set out on a guided trek through dense rainforest to meet a family of endangered mountain gorillas. Observe their gentle behavior up close, a moving, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Later, visit a local Batwa community to learn about their traditional forest lifestyle and rich cultural heritage. Transfer to Return to Birdnest at Bunyonyi Resort along Lake Bunyonyi for an overnight stay. Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Accommodation: Birdnest @ Bunyonyi Resort Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi +5 Photos +4 Photos Meals & Drinks: Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi and transfer to Lake Mburo

Day 10Relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi and transfer to Lake Mburo Relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi and transfer to Lake Mburo After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing day of canoeing, swimming, or simply soaking in the tranquility of Uganda’s most picturesque lake. Optional activities include island tours or local village walks. Thereafter, we leave behind the dense jungles of Bwindi and embark on a 6–7 hour drive. The route winds through Kabale, often called the “Switzerland of Africa,” and continues past Mbarara, a region famous for its striking long-horned cattle and extensive banana plantations (matooke). By late afternoon, we arrive at Lake Mburo National Park. On entering, there’s a good chance of encountering wildlife along the way. The park is a haven for bird enthusiasts and also shelters a wide range of animals including antelopes, buffalo, bushbuck, impalas, zebras, elands, hyenas, warthogs, and waterbuck. We settle in for the night at Rwakobo Rock 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: Rwakobo Rock Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo

Lake Mburo National Park & Departure

Day 11Lake Mburo National Park & Departure Lake Mburo National Park & Departure The final day of your Ugandan adventure begins with the soft glow of dawn over Lake Mburo National Park. The air is fresh and alive with birdsong, a reminder of the park’s charm for bird lovers. After an early breakfast, set out on a morning game drive as the savannah awakens. Look out for graceful impalas, striking zebras, majestic eland, and perhaps a shy leopard slipping into the acacia woodland. Alternatively, enjoy a guided nature walk with a ranger, learning about animal tracks, plants, and the park’s delicate ecosystem. If time allows, take a tranquil boat cruise on Lake Mburo to spot hippos, crocodiles, and colorful waterbirds. Later, return to Rwakobo Rock Lodge for a hearty brunch and a final view of the rolling hills before beginning your journey back to Entebbe. Stop at the Equator for photos and souvenirs before arriving in the evening, where your guide bids you farewell, marking the end of an unforgettable Ugandan journey. 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 ope