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9-Day Gorilla Trekking & The Big Five Uganda Safari
Experience the ultimate Uganda wildlife adventure on this 9-day safari combining the unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking experience with thrilling Big Five wildlife encounters. Explore Uganda's most famous national parks, including Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Enjoy exciting game drives in search of lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and other wildlife, cruise along the Nile and Kazinga Channel, and trek deep into the ancient rainforest to encounter endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat. This safari offers the perfect combination of adventure, wildlife, scenic landscapes, and authentic African experiences.
Day by DayItinerary.
The Pearl of Africa
Uganda
Day 1
Arrival in Entebbe
Welcome to Uganda
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax and prepare for the exciting safari ahead or explore nearby attractions around Entebbe. Enjoy your first evening in Uganda while preparing for the journey through the Pearl of Africa.
Meals: Dinner
Day 2
Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast, begin your journey north to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's largest protected area. En route, visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting guided rhino tracking experience, where you will walk through the sanctuary in search of the endangered white rhinos. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park and visit the spectacular Top of the Falls, where the mighty River Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge before plunging down the rocks below. Enjoy the beautiful scenery before settling into your lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Uganda
Uganda
Day 3
Game Drive
& Nile Boat Safari
Start the day with an early morning game drive across the northern savannah plains of Murchison Falls National Park in search of Uganda's iconic wildlife, including lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, leopards, Uganda kobs, hartebeests, and hyenas. After lunch, enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the Victoria Nile towards the base of the magnificent Murchison Falls. Along the riverbanks, spot hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, waterbucks, and numerous bird species before hiking to the top of the falls for breathtaking views.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4
Murchison Falls & Transfer
To Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park, enjoying a scenic drive through Uganda's countryside. Arrive at the park and enjoy an afternoon game drive through the savannah plains in search of elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, lions, and other wildlife. The park's beautiful landscapes, crater lakes, and diverse ecosystems make it one of Uganda's most rewarding safari destinations.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Uganda
Uganda
Day 5
Game Drive & Kazinga
Channel Boat Cruise
Begin the morning with a game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, exploring the Kasenyi Plains, one of the best areas for spotting lions and large herds of Uganda kobs. Continue with an afternoon boat cruise along the famous Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. The cruise offers excellent opportunities to see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and a variety of waterbirds along the shoreline.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Rwanda
Day 6
Ishasha Sector
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, travel through the Ishasha Sector, famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a game drive through this scenic wilderness area while searching for these unique predators and other wildlife. Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. The journey offers spectacular views of Uganda's terraced hills, forests, villages, and the Virunga Volcanoes.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7
Bwindi
Gorilla Trekking Experience
After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your gorilla trekking adventure. Guided by experienced rangers, enter the ancient Bwindi rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family. The trek may take several hours depending on their location, but the reward is an unforgettable encounter with these gentle giants as they feed, play, and interact in their natural environment. After spending one magical hour with the gorillas, return to your lodge to relax and celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Rwanda
Rwanda
Day 8
Bwindi Impenetrable & Transfer
Lake Bunyonyi Relaxation
After breakfast, drive to the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, known as the "Switzerland of Africa." Surrounded by green terraced hills and peaceful islands, this scenic destination provides the perfect place to relax after gorilla trekking. Enjoy optional activities such as a canoe ride, boat cruise, birdwatching, village walks, or simply admire the breathtaking views.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9
Lake Bunyonyi – Equator
Entebbe Departure
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe. Enjoy a scenic drive through southwestern Uganda with a stop at the Equator for photographs and souvenir shopping. Continue to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your unforgettable gorilla trekking and Big Five safari adventure.
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch
Rwanda
Included
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary tracking experience
- All national park entrance fees
- Game drives in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks
- Nile boat cruise to the bottom of Murchison Falls
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation for 8 nights
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
- Ranger guide fees
- Top of Murchison Falls visit
- Equator stopover
Excluded
- International flights
- Uganda visa
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities
- Tips and gratuities
- Alcoholic and premium beverages
- Personal expenses such as laundry, souvenirs, and telephone calls