15-Day Uganda Primate & Wildlife Safari

Experience the very best of Uganda on this 15-day safari combining primates, wildlife, culture, and scenic landscapes. This journey takes you from the source of the Nile and vibrant cultural encounters to the savannah plains of Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks, the tropical forests of Kibale and Bwindi, and the peaceful wilderness of Lake Mburo National Park. Highlights include rhino tracking, chimpanzee trekking, lion tracking, gorilla trekking, game drives, boat cruises, and immersive cultural experiences.

Detailed 15-Day Uganda Primate & Wildlife Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel for relaxation after your flight.

Accommodation: Hotel
Meal Plan: B, L, D

Day 2: Ewaffe Cultural Village Experience – Return to Entebbe

After breakfast, transfer to Ewaffe Cultural Village for an immersive cultural experience showcasing traditional Ugandan heritage, local cuisine, storytelling, music, and community interaction. After the experience, return to Entebbe for relaxation.

Travel Time: 2-3 hours
Accommodation: Hotel
Meal Plan: B, L, D

Day 3: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

After an early breakfast, begin the journey to Murchison Falls National Park with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking on foot. After lunch enroute, continue to the park arriving in the evening.

Travel Time: 7-8 hours
Accommodation: Twiga Safari Camp
Meal Plan: B, L, D

Day 4: Game Drive & Boat Cruise

Enjoy an early morning game drive across the northern sector of Murchison Falls National Park in search of the big 5. Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Nile to the base of the mighty Murchison Falls, offering excellent sightings of hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife.

Accommodation: Twiga Safari Camp
Meal Plan: B, L, D

Day 5: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

After breakfast, depart Murchison Falls and journey south through scenic countryside, tea plantations, and local villages towards Kibale Forest National Park.

Lunch will be enjoyed enroute before arriving in the evening.

Travel Time: 8-9 hours
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops
Meal Plan: B, L, D

Kibale Forest National Park

Day 6: Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Swamp Walk

After an early breakfast, head into Kibale Forest for chimpanzee tracking. The forest is also home to several monkey species, birds, and unique flora.

Return to the lodge for lunch before enjoying an afternoon guided walk through Bigodi Swamp, known for its rich birdlife, monkeys, and community experiences.

Accommodation: Turaco Treetops
Meal Plan: B, L, D

Day 7: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park through the scenic crater lake region with beautiful views of rolling hills and rural landscapes.

Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch and relaxation.

Travel Time: 3-4 hours
Accommodation: Buffalo Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: B, L, D

Day 8: Game Drive with Lion Tracking & Boat Cruise

Begin the day with an early morning game drive combined with lion tracking in the Kasenyi Plains, offering opportunities to see lions, elephants, antelopes, and other wildlife.

Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its high concentration of various animals.

Accommodation: Buffalo Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: B, L, D

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Day 9: Transfer to Ishasha Sector & Evening Game Drive

After breakfast, transfer to the remote Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions.

Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch and relaxation before heading out for an evening game drive in search of wildlife across the savannah plains.

Travel Time: 3-4
Accommodation: Enjojo Lodge
Meal Plan: B, L, D

Day 10: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, depart Ishasha and continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through scenic highland landscapes and local communities.

Lunch will be enjoyed enroute before arrival at the lodge.

Travel Time: 3-5 hours
Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: B, L, D

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Day 11: Gorilla Trekking Experience

After an early breakfast, transfer to the briefing point for your unforgettable gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Forest. Accompanied by experienced rangers, trek through the rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family.

Once located, spend one magical hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat.

After the trek, return to the lodge for relaxation.

Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
Meal Plan: B, L, D

Day 12: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

After breakfast, depart Bwindi and journey to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest savannah park known for zebras, impalas, giraffes, and scenic landscapes. Lunch will be enjoyed enroute before arrival.

Travel Time: 5-6 hours
Accommodation: Kigarama Wilderness Lodge
Meal Plan: B, L, D

Day 13: Morning Game Drive & Boat Cruise

Enjoy an early morning game drive in search of zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, elands, impalas, and other wildlife.

Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.

In the afternoon, enjoy a peaceful boat cruise on Lake Mburo, offering excellent sightings of a variety of animals and bird species.

Accommodation: Kigarama Wilderness Lodge
Meal Plan: B, L, D

Mabamba

Day 14: Morning Safari Walk & Transfer to Entebbe

After breakfast, enjoy a guided safari walk within the park for a closer encounter with wildlife and nature.

Return to the lodge before beginning the drive back to Entebbe with lunch enroute and a stop at the Equator crossing for photos and souvenirs.

Travel Time: 5-6 hours
Accommodation: Hotel

Day 15: Optional Mabamba Swamp Excursion & Departure

Depending on your departure flight time, enjoy an optional excursion to Mabamba Swamp in search of the rare shoebill stork while exploring the wetland by canoe.

Later, transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.

Travel Time: 3-4 hours
Meal Plan: B, L