10-Day Uganda Wildlife & Primates Safari

10-Day Uganda Wildlife & Primates Safari

This is a 10-day Uganda Wildlife & Primates Safari through Uganda’s most stunning landscapes. The safari offers an immersive experience, from tracking rhinos and chimpanzees to encountering mountain gorillas up close.

In Kibale National Park, meet the playful chimpanzees and visit Bigodi Swamp. Continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park for game drives and a launch cruise along the Kazinga Channel with opportunities to see the largest concentration of hippos.

The highlight of the 10-Day Uganda Wildlife & Primates Safari awaits in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you will trek through forests to meet rare mountain gorillas.

Detailed 10-Day Uganda Wildlife & Primates Safari

Day 1Arrival in Entebbe

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your guide, who will drive you to your accommodation for the night. Relax and unwind as you prepare for the exciting adventure ahead.

• Accommodation: K Hotel
• Meal plan: D

 

Day 2Drive to Murchison Falls National Park

Begin your 10-Day Uganda Wildlife & Primates Safari with a scenic drive to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest conservation area. En route, stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a unique opportunity to track rhinos on foot.

• Accommodation: Twiga Safari Lodge
• Meal plan: B, L & D

 

Day 3Wildlife game drives in Murchison Falls National Park

Get up early for a morning game drive on the northern bank of the Nile River. You will be able to spot a variety of wildlife.

In the afternoon, you will go on a launch cruise to the base of Murchison Falls. This cruise offers spectacular views of the falls from below and opportunities to see hippos, crocodiles, and many bird species like the rare shoebill stork, fish eagles, and different kingfishers.

• Accommodation: Twiga Safari Lodge
• Meal plan: B, L & D

 

Day 4Drive from Murchison Falls to Kibale National Park

Enjoy an early breakfast before going on a drive to Kibale National Park, a dense tropical rainforest. This journey takes you through beautiful landscapes, tea plantations, and traditional homesteads.

You will stop for lunch in the charming town of Fort Portal, with views of the majestic Rwenzori Mountains

• Accommodation: Turaco Treetops Lodge
• Meal plan: B, L & D

 

Day 5Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park

Following an early morning breakfast, head to the park office for a briefing about chimpanzee tracking.

The chimpanzee tracking experience is undoubtedly the highlight for anyone visiting Kibale National Park.  After spending an hour with the chimps, return to the starting point and on to the lodge for lunch.

In the afternoon, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for its rich biodiversity and bird-watching opportunities. Take a guided walk through the swamp and engage with the local community, learning about their culture and way of life.

• Accommodation: Turaco TreeTops Lodge
• Meal plan: B, L & D

 

Day 6Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After your breakfast, you will drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, via Fort Portal. The journey takes you through scenic landscapes with views of the Rwenzori Mountains. The park is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including lions, leopards, elephants, and large herds of buffalo and antelopes.

You will have a stopover in Fort Portal town for lunch before continuing to Queen Elizabeth National Park.

• Accommodation: Buffalo Safari Lodge
• Meal plan: B, L & D

 

Day 7Game Drive with Lion Tracking in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Today, you will get up early for an experiential lion tracking activity combined with a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. The park is home to an incredible variety of wildlife, including lions, leopards, elephants, and large herds of buffalo and antelopes.

In the afternoon, you will go for a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel. This will take you through possibly the highest concentration of hippos.

• Accommodation: Buffalo Safari Lodge
• Meal plan: B, L & D

Day 8Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Today, you will transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to almost half of the world’s mountain gorilla population. The drive takes you through the scenic Kigezi Highlands.

You will have a lunch stop en route before arriving at the lodge. Settle in for dinner and rest up for the next day’s gorilla trekking adventure.

• Accommodation:  Four Gorillas Lodge
• Meal plan: B, L & D

 

Day 9Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

This day promises to be one of the most memorable of your Safari. After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking. In small groups, you will set off into the dense forest with experienced guides to track a gorilla family. The trek can be challenging, with steep and muddy paths, but the reward is well worth the effort.

Upon finding the gorillas, you will have the extraordinary opportunity to spend an hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat.

In the evening, visit the local Bakiga and Batwa communities to learn about their traditions and way of life.

• Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
• Meal plan: B, L & D

 

Day 10Drive to Kigali

Begin the day with breakfast before checking out of your lodge. You will be driven to Kigali, where you will have lunch and thereafter head to the airport for your flight back home.

• Meal Plan: B & L

 

10-Day Uganda Wildlife & Primates Safari Inclusions and Exclusions

Inclusions

• Transport in a 4WD vehicle with a pop-up roof.
• All fuel for the tour
• English-speaking driver/guide.
• Accommodation and Meals on Full Board (breakfast, lunch, and Dinner)
• Park entrance fees for all National parks
• All activities described in the itinerary
• 1 Gorilla tracking permit per person.
• 1 Chimpanzee tracking permit per person
• Drinking water throughout the safari.
• 1 Lion Tracking Permit
• AMREF Flying Doctors

 

Exclusions

• International airfares
• Entry visa for Uganda
• Meals that are not part of your accommodation.
• A porter. Helps to carry your backpack & push/pull you on the slippery slopes.
• Personal (medical/travel) insurance
• Tips and gratuities to rangers, drivers/guides, porters, hotel staff, etc.
• All expenses of a personal nature (e.g., drinks, laundry, optional activities)

Safari Quotation

No. Of People	2 People	4 People	6 People
Rate Per Person	6,320	5,405	5,100

Rates are per person sharing, in USD. Final pricing is tailored to your travel dates, lodge selection, and group size.