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- Destination: Uganda
- Duration: 8 Days
- Tour Type: Private & Bespoke
- Tour Style: Classic
About This Trip
Embark on an unforgettable Uganda Gorilla Safari, a private 8-day adventure through the country’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Track endangered mountain gorillas in the lush forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, experience thrilling Big Five game drives in Murchison Falls, and encounter rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. This safari also takes you to the scenic Lake Mburo National Park, where giraffes, zebras, and colorful birds roam freely. Perfectly curated for wildlife enthusiasts, this journey combines adventure, luxury, and close-up encounters with some of Africa’s most incredible species.
Summary
DAY
PLACE
HIGHLIGHTS
1
Entebbe - Kampala
Arrive in Entebbe and Transfer to Kampala
2
Kampala - Murchison Falls National Park
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
3
Murchison Falls National Park
Game Drive, Spot Big Five
4
Kampala
Self-Exploration in Kampala
5 - 6
Bwindi
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Gorillas Tracking
7
Lake Mburo
Game Drive in Lake Mburo National Park
8
Entebbe
Departure
Itinerary
- Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Kampala
Welcome to Uganda and the start of your 8-day Uganda Gorilla Safari adventure. Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, meet your private guide and transfer to your hotel in Kampala, Uganda’s bustling capital. Depending on your arrival time, you can enjoy a relaxed stroll around the city, soak in the local atmosphere, or unwind at your lodge in preparation for the exciting safari ahead.
Highlights: Private airport transfer, city introduction, easy first-day relaxation
- Kampala
- Day 2: Kampala – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast, depart Kampala and journey north toward Murchison Falls National Park, a gem of Uganda’s wilderness. En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino trek. Witness endangered white rhinos up close and spot other wildlife such as Uganda kobs, oribis, and bushbucks. Continue through scenic countryside to arrive at Murchison Falls, where the Victoria Nile bursts through a dramatic gorge. In the late afternoon, enjoy your first Big Five game drive as wildlife emerges in the golden hour.
Highlights: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, scenic drive, evening game drive, first Big Five sightings
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- Murchison Fall National Park
- Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park – Big Five Safari & Nile Cruise
Begin the day with an early morning game drive to spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos in their natural habitat. After lunch, embark on a private boat cruise along the Victoria Nile, approaching the base of the majestic Murchison Falls. Observe crocodiles, hippos, and hundreds of bird species. End the day with a serene sunset over the river, capturing unforgettable memories.
Highlights: Big Five safari, Victoria Nile boat cruise, Murchison Falls, hippos & birdwatching
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- Murchison Fall National Park
- Day 4: Murchison Falls – Scenic Drive Back to Kampala
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive back to Kampala, passing through Uganda’s rolling landscapes, villages, and lush farmland. Upon arrival at your hotel, check in and enjoy leisure time. You may explore Kampala’s vibrant markets or simply relax at the lodge in preparation for the gorilla trekking adventure ahead.
Highlights: Scenic countryside drive, leisure in Kampala
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- Kampala
- Day 5: Kampala – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Depart Kampala and journey west toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to nearly half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Stop at the Equator Crossing for photos and continue through scenic landscapes, stopping for lunch in Mbarara town. Arrive in Bwindi in the late afternoon, where you can explore the lodge surroundings, meet local communities, or simply relax.
Highlights: Equator Crossing, scenic drive, community visit, lodge arrival
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- Bwindi
- Day 6: Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Adventure
Today is the highlight of your Uganda Gorilla Safari—mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Hike through dense tropical forest with expert rangers tracking the gorillas’ movements. Spend time observing these gentle giants as they play, eat, and interact in their natural habitat. This once-in-a-lifetime experience requires moderate fitness but offers unforgettable wildlife encounters.
Highlights: Gorilla trekking, wildlife photography, expert-guided hike
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- Bwindi
- Day 7: Bwindi – Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast, travel east to Lake Mburo National Park, a scenic park of rolling hills, lakes, and savannah. Enjoy an afternoon game drive spotting giraffes, zebras, elands, impalas, and abundant birdlife. The park’s compact size makes it ideal for relaxed wildlife viewing and photography. Evening at leisure at your lodge.
Highlights: Lake Mburo wildlife safari, giraffes, zebras, birdwatching, scenic landscapes
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- Bwindi
- Day 8: Lake Mburo – Entebbe Departure
After breakfast, begin your drive back to Entebbe International Airport. Stop for lunch en route in Mbarara before arriving in time for your departure flight, bringing an end to an unforgettable Uganda Gorilla Safari adventure.
Highlights: Scenic drive, farewell to Uganda, convenient airport transfer
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