7-Day Gorillas, Wildlife Uganda Experience

Pick up and transfer to Murchsion falls National park

Day 1Pick up and transfer to Murchsion falls National park Pick up and transfer to Murchsion falls National park Early in the morning, the driver will pick you up from your hotel or airport and brief you before heading out to Murchison Falls which is in the northern part of Uganda. Along the way, you will make a stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola where rhinos are being reintroduced to the wild in Uganda. You'll have a complete feel of the African Big Five mammals, as it is the rhinos, out of the Big Five that are missing in Murchison Falls National Park. Here you will go for a trek around the sanctuary on foot. You will have lunch at the sanctuary and some relaxation for an indefinitely short time and embark on an exciting road trip to Murchison Falls, arriving in the evening. After checking in at the lodge, your safari guide will lead you for the game drive in Murchison Falls National Park on the lookout for the like lions, hyenas, and leopards among others. Proceed back to the lodge for relaxation and dinner. 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 DogNo

Morning game Drive and afternoon boat

Day 2Morning game Drive and afternoon boat Morning game Drive and afternoon boat After an early morning warm-up tea/coffee, you will transfer for a game drive to the northern bank in search of animals like lions, giraffes, oribis, elephants, Jackson’s hartebeests, Uganda kobs, and buffaloes among other animals and bird species. You will then return to the lodge in time for lunch and relax preparing for yet an exciting activity in the afternoon. After lunch, transfer for a 3-hour boat ride on the Nile River to the bottom of the falls. Here you will have the opportunity to view animals such as crocodiles, and hippos, in the water and some on the river banks. Buffaloes, waterbucks, and elephants are often seen on the river bank grazing and drinking water. You will then have to hike to the top of the falls for a clear view of the falls. Return to your lodge for a relaxed evening, dinner, and overnight stay. Meal plan: All meals are included. Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park Accommodation: Nkundwa Nile View Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 3Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park On this day, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will have lunch en route. This exciting road trip will transverse you through African villages with green-covered hills, tea plantations, banana plantations, and African homesteads. You will arrive at the lodge late in the evening. You may do an evening game drive if time allows. 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: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP +7 Photos +6 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Chimpanzee tracking and Boat at Kazinga channel

Day 4Chimpanzee tracking and Boat at Kazinga channel Chimpanzee tracking and Boat at Kazinga channel Have an early morning breakfast then go for a morning Chimpanzees trekking in Kalinzu forest, you will be briefed about the dos and don'ts of Chimpanzees trekking and then embark on the forest hike, here you will have a chance to see chimpanzees in their natural habitat. In the afternoon hours, you will partake in a launch cruise along the Kazinga Channel. You will appreciate the high scores of elephants, hippos, buffalos, and crocodiles. Several bird species will also be seen including the rare shoe bill. Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park Accommodation: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Queen Elizabeth National Park - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 5Queen Elizabeth National Park - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Queen Elizabeth National Park - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Today, you'll start early with a packed breakfast and head out for a morning game drive on the Kasenyi Plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park to spot early risers. Expect to see elephants, buffaloes, lions, waterbucks, Uganda kobs, leopards, and hyenas. After the game drive, we'll proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through the Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth, this area is known for its tree-climbing lions. In Ishasha, we will drive off in this adventurous vast savannah area with topis and African elephants and you'll hopefully get the lions high in the fig tree branches. You will have lunch in Ishasha and continue with the transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Here you will experience a change in the landscape from flat savanna, via cultivated hills to jungle-covered mountains. 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: Gorilla Mist Camp Mid-range lodge

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Lake Bunyonyi

Day 6Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Lake Bunyonyi Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Lake Bunyonyi Today is often the highlight of the safari. After breakfast, you'll head to the park headquarters for a briefing from the park staff. Then, you'll meet your lead guide who will take you into the forest to find the gorilla family assigned to you. The trek can take between 2-7 hours round trip, depending on how far the gorilla family has moved since the previous day. After the trek, you'll proceed to Lake Bunyonyi, where you can relax and enjoy the stunning views of the lake. Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi Accommodation: Itambira Island Resort Mid-range hotel located at Lake Bunyonyi Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Bunyonyi - Kampala

Day 7Lake Bunyonyi - Kampala Lake Bunyonyi - Kampala After breakfast, you will check out and drive back to Kampala. Along the way, you'll have lunch and stop at the equator for memorable photos, some shopping, and a chance to try a rolex (a popular Ugandan snack) if you'd like. Upon arrival in Kampala, you'll be dropped off at Entebbe International Airport for your flight home. This concludes your safari. Main Destination: Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: All meals 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 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 Mambo Gorilla Safaris Uganda, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will