7-Day Uganda Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari – Expertly Planned by Our Local Specialists

Chimpanzee Trekking & visit to Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary

After an early breakfast, head to the Kanyanchu Visitor Centre in Kibale Forest National Park for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) rangers before beginning your chimpanzee trekking adventure. Accompanied by experienced guides, venture into the tropical rainforest in search of habituated chimpanzee communities. Along the forest trails, look out for other primates, colourful bird species, butterflies and fascinating vegetation.

Once the chimpanzees are located, enjoy up to one hour observing them in their natural habitat. Watch as they feed, groom, communicate and move through the forest canopy while your guide shares insights into their behaviour and conservation. After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and some relaxation.

In the late afternoon, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-managed wetland known for its rich biodiversity and excellent birdwatching opportunities. Enjoy a guided nature walk along the wetland trails, looking out for monkeys, butterflies and a variety of bird species, including the colourful Great Blue Turaco. 

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park- Evening Game Drive

After breakfast at your lodge, check out and begin your journey from Kibale Forest National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through the beautiful countryside of western Uganda, passing traditional villages, lush tea plantations, crater lakes and rolling hills with magnificent views of the Rwenzori Mountains.

Upon arrival at Queen Elizabeth National Park, proceed to your lodge for check-in and lunch. Later in the afternoon, head out for an exciting game drive across the savannah plains, particularly around the Kasenyi sector. Look out for elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, waterbucks, warthogs and, with some luck, lions and other predators. As the sun sets over the savannah, enjoy the beautiful scenery before returning to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Game Drive and Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel

Rise early for breakfast before heading out for a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, exploring the famous Kasenyi Plains. Accompanied by your experienced driver-guide, search for some of the park's iconic wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, waterbucks, warthogs and various antelope species. The open savannah also offers opportunities to spot predators such as lions and, occasionally, leopards.

Return to your lodge for lunch and some relaxation before heading to the Kazinga Channel for an afternoon boat cruise. The channel connects Lake George and Lake Edward and is renowned for its high concentration of hippos, Nile crocodiles and other wildlife along its banks. Look out for elephants, buffaloes and numerous waterbird species gathering along the shoreline. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and excellent photography opportunities before returning to your lodge in the evening.

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast at your lodge, check out and begin your journey from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Travel through the scenic Ishasha sector in the southern part of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Keep your eyes open for wildlife along the way, with opportunities to spot elephants, buffaloes, antelopes and, if lucky, the famous lions resting in fig trees.

Enjoy a lunch stop en route before continuing through the beautiful rolling hills and terraced farmlands of southwestern Uganda towards Bwindi. Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon, check in and relax as you prepare for your mountain gorilla trekking experience.

Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Visit

After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) rangers before beginning your mountain gorilla trekking adventure. Accompanied by experienced guides and trackers, venture into the dense tropical rainforest in search of one of the habituated mountain gorilla families. The trek can take several hours depending on the location of the gorillas and the terrain.

Once the gorillas are located, enjoy one unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat. Watch as they feed, groom, play and interact within their family groups while your guide shares insights into their behaviour and conservation. After the encounter, trek back to the starting point and return to your lodge for lunch.

In the late afternoon, visit a local Batwa community to discover the cultural heritage of the forest's indigenous people. Learn about their traditional forest lifestyle, hunting and gathering practices, medicinal plants, music, dance and storytelling. This cultural experience provides a deeper understanding of the Batwa's historical connection to Bwindi Forest and offers an opportunity to support community-led tourism initiatives. Later, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Transfer back to Entebbe for Departure Flight

After an early breakfast at your lodge, check out and begin your journey back to Entebbe. Travel through the scenic landscapes of southwestern Uganda, passing rolling hills, local villages, farmlands and beautiful countryside. Enjoy a lunch stop along the way before continuing towards Entebbe.

Upon arrival, proceed directly to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your memorable Uganda safari.