Ultimate Uganda Safari

Ultimate Uganda Safari
Ultimate wildlife Safari
Murchison Falls National Park
Uganda and the Kibale Forest
Queen Elizabeth National Park Safari
Ultimate Mountain Gorilla trekking safari
Safari Information
  • Departure; Scheduled and tailor-made departure dates
  • Duration; 12 Days / 11 Nights
  • Lodging; Safari lodges
  • Group Size; Minimum 2
  • Note: Travel insurance is compulsory for all safaris

A 12-day Safari to Visit the Mountain Gorillas and Chimpanzees in Uganda

Looking for an Ultimate Uganda Safari? Then look no further!

This 12-day safari will take you to some of the most beautiful and biodiverse areas in all of Africa, including Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – home to the endangered Mountain Gorillas – and Kibale National Park where you can trek through the forests to find chimpanzees. You'll also visit Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary, where you can get up close and personal with orphaned chimps.

If you're looking for an unforgettable Ugandan safari experience, this is it!

Day 1: Entebbe

  • Arrive at Entebbe for the start of your Ugandan Safari.
  • On arrival met and transferred to Hotel No. 5, Entebbe.
  • Meals: Bed and Breakfast
  • Accommodation: Hotel No. 5

Day 2: Murchison Falls National Park

  • Early start to the day and a drive to the Murchison Falls National Park.
  • Murchison Falls National Park is Uganda's largest park.
  • Home to elephant, buffalo, all the big cats as well as large populations of hippos and huge crocodiles.
  • Her birdlife is prolific, the Shoebill Stork being a sought after rarity.
  • Meals: Full board and local drinks
  • Accommodation: Baker's Lodge

Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park

  • Game drives and walks within the park.
  • A highlight is the boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls.
  • We also visit the top of the falls today.
  • Meals: Full board and local drinks
  • Accommodation: Baker's Lodge

Day 4: Murchison Falls National Park

  • Explore the southern region of the park, near the Budongo Forest.
  • Visit the Kaniyo Pabidi Eco-tourist site.
  • Meals: Full board and local drinks
  • Accommodation: Baker's Lodge

Days 5-6: Kibale Forest

  • Chimp trekking & bird watching are the highlights in this area of Uganda.
  • Game drives and walking safaris are options.
  • Meals: Full board
  • Accommodation: Primate Lodge

Day 7: Queen Elizabeth National Park

  • Game drives, boat cruise, chimp trekking, bird-watching.
  • The Kazinga Channel is a highlight with an amazing bird count.
  • Queen Elizabeth National Park is world-famous for her "tree climbing Lions".
  • Meals: Full board and local drinks
  • Accommodation: Ishasha Wilderness Camp

Day 8: Queen Elizabeth National Park

  • Within the Queen Elizabeth National Park, we game drive to the Ishasha region.
  • Searching for Elephants, lions and trying your hand at spotting some of Africa's rarest bird species.
  • Meals: Full board and local drinks
  • Accommodation: Ishasha Wilderness Camp

Day 9: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

  • A morning game drive in the Ishasha region of the Park.
  • After which we head off in the direction of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
  • Meals: Full board and local drinks
  • Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge

Day 10: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

  • Gorilla trekking is the theme today.
  • Treks can last up to 6 hours.
  • The Mountain Gorillas are waiting in anticipation of your visit.
  • Meals: Full board and local drinks
  • Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge

Day 11: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

  • Day of complete leisure to relax and unwind.
  • A few optional activities are on offer including community walks, birding walks and forest walks.
  • Meals: Full board and local drinks
  • Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge

Day 12: Ultimate Uganda Safari ends

  • Our final day on safari ends with a flight from Kihihi to Entebbe.
  • Meals: Breakfast

This Ultimate Uganda safari will take you on an unforgettable journey. Get ready for a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will leave your heart full and your soul rejuvenated! Enquire to book now!

Rates From

From US$ 6 413.00 pp

Rates Information

The Above Rates should be used as a guideline only.

  • Rates, based on 4 people sharing
  • All rates are subject to availability
  • Rates may vary according to season
  • Lodging may change depending on your budget
  • All rates may change without notice
  • Single supplement may apply
Rates Include
  • Airport transfers to/from Entebbe
  • Meet & greet service with a full briefing
  • All transportation and transfers by boat and 4x4 customised vehicle
  • All accommodation as set out on the entire itinerary in quality lodges and tented camps
  • Park fees and all game drives
  • Boat cruises (usually one on Kazinga Channel, and one on the Nile)
  • Guided forest walk in Kibale Forest (on 12-day itinerary)
  • Guided forest walk in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest as applicable
  • Meals, fully inclusive except the first night which is always bed & breakfast
  • Services of a driver/professional guide
  • Excursion to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary by boat, and entrance fees
  • Passenger and public liability insurance
  • Guides carry mobile phones for 24-hour communication
  • 24-hour emergency number available to all guests & families
Rates Exclude
  • Drinks, tips, visas, items of a personal nature, travel insurance and flights
  • Gorilla tracking permits
  • Chimpanzee tracking permits at Kibale, Chamburu or Budongo Forests
  • Chimpanzee forest walk permit on Ngamba Island
  • Christmas, New Year and Easter Supplements
  • Any optional extras such as forest walks, canoe and boat trips, for example, refer to final itinerary
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