6 Days Uganda Safari - Kampala, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth & Bwindi

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional guide and transferred to your hotel. Take time to relax and recover from your journey while enjoying the tranquil atmosphere of Entebbe, located on the shores of Lake Victoria, Africa's largest lake.

Depending on your arrival time, embark on a guided Kampala City Tour, where you will explore Uganda's vibrant capital and discover its rich history, cultural heritage, and bustling urban life. Highlights may include visits to key landmarks, local markets, cultural sites, and panoramic viewpoints that offer insight into the country's past and present.

After the tour, return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay, preparing for the exciting adventures that await in the days ahead.

Accommodation: As per selected category

Meals: Dinner (depending on arrival time)

Overnight: Entebbe/Kampala Area

After breakfast, spend the day discovering the cultural, historical, and natural attractions of Kampala and Entebbe. Depending on your interests, the day can be tailored to include visits to significant cultural landmarks, vibrant local markets, museums, religious sites, and scenic viewpoints that showcase Uganda's rich heritage and dynamic urban life.

Wildlife enthusiasts may choose to visit attractions such as the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, the Entebbe Botanical Gardens, or enjoy a relaxing excursion along the shores of Lake Victoria. This experience provides a perfect introduction to Uganda's diverse culture, history, and natural beauty before venturing into the country's renowned wilderness areas.

In the evening, return to your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay as you prepare for your journey to Kibale National Park, home to one of Africa's highest concentrations of primates.

Accommodation: As per selected category

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Entebbe/Kampala Area

After an early breakfast, depart from Kampala and travel westward through Uganda's scenic countryside toward Kibale National Park, often referred to as the "Primate Capital of the World." Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of rolling hills, lush tea plantations, rural communities, and the picturesque landscapes that characterize western Uganda.

Upon arrival, embark on an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest. Accompanied by experienced park guides, venture into the tropical rainforest in search of habituated chimpanzee communities. As you follow these fascinating primates through their natural habitat, you will have the opportunity to observe their behavior, social interactions, and remarkable intelligence at close range.

Following the trek, relax at your lodge and enjoy the tranquil forest surroundings. This unforgettable encounter with our closest living relatives marks the beginning of your wildlife adventure in Uganda.

Accommodation: As per selected category

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Kibale National Park Area

After breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda's most popular wildlife destination. Enjoy an exciting game drive in search of elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and other wildlife, followed by a scenic boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, renowned for its large concentrations of hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife.

The Kazinga Channel connects Lake Edward and Lake George and offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa. During the boat cruise, you may encounter large numbers of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and a variety of water birds including saddle-billed storks, pink-backed pelicans, and malachite kingfishers.

Accommodation: As per selected category

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park Area

After breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to nearly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas. Enjoy a scenic drive through the beautiful landscapes of southwestern Uganda before arriving at your lodge.

The journey takes you through rolling hills, terraced farmlands, and lush green valleys that characterize the region. As you approach Bwindi, the landscape becomes more rugged and forested, building anticipation for the extraordinary gorilla trekking experience awaiting you the following day.

Spend the evening at leisure, relaxing and preparing for the next day's gorilla trekking adventure.

Accommodation: As per selected category

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Rise early for breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking regulations. Accompanied by experienced guides and trackers, venture into the dense rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family.

The trek can take anywhere from one to six hours depending on the location and movement of the gorilla family. As you journey through the forest, you will have the opportunity to experience the rich biodiversity and stunning natural beauty of Bwindi.

Once the gorillas are located, you will spend a memorable hour observing these magnificent primates in their natural habitat, watching their interactions, feeding, and daily activities at close range. This extraordinary encounter with the endangered mountain gorillas is widely regarded as one of Africa's most remarkable wildlife experiences.

After the trek, return to the lodge to relax and reflect on one of Africa's most extraordinary wildlife experiences.

Accommodation: As per selected category

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Next Destination: Rwanda (Optional extension)