10 Days Big 5 Gorilla and Chimpanzee Safari Tour

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Arrival in Entebbe⌄

   Morning: Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, meet your expert safari guide who will warmly welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Afternoon: Relax and unwind after your journey. Optionally, visit the Uganda Wildlife Education and Conservation Centre or stroll through the serene Entebbe Botanical Gardens. Evening: Enjoy a sumptuous welcome dinner as your guide provides a detailed briefing on the adventure ahead.

   Meals: Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: The Boma Hotel

2. 2Journey to Murchison Falls National Park⌄

   Morning: Begin your day with an early breakfast and set off for Murchison Falls National Park. En route, stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an optional exhilarating rhino tracking experience. Afternoon: Have lunch and continue your journey, arriving at Murchison Falls in time to visit the breathtaking top of the falls, where the Nile River explodes through a narrow gorge. Evening: Check into your lodge and relax, soaking in the natural beauty around you.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Pakuba Safari Lodge

3. 3Safari Adventure in Murchison Falls⌄

   Morning: Embark on an early morning game drive across the park’s northern sector. Look out for lions, giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, and other wildlife against the backdrop of golden savannah. Afternoon: After lunch, take a memorable boat safari on the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls. Watch as crocodiles and hippos lounge in the river while colorful birds flit along the banks. Evening: Return to your lodge and share tales of the day over dinner.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Pakuba Safari Lodge

4. 4Scenic Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park⌄

   Morning: Following breakfast, set out on a picturesque drive to Kibale Forest National Park, passing through tea plantations, lush countryside, and local villages. Afternoon: Stop for a delicious local lunch along the way. Continue the journey, arriving in Kibale by evening. Evening: Settle into your lodge nestled in the forest, surrounded by the sounds of nature

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Guereza Canopy Lodge

5. 5Chimpanzee Tracking and Nature Walk⌄

   Morning: Start your day with an early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters for a briefing. Embark on an exciting trek into the forest to track chimpanzees. Spend an hour observing these playful primates in their natural habitat. Afternoon: After lunch, take a guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. Discover a rich diversity of birds, butterflies, and other primates like the Guereza Monkeys. Evening: Enjoy a relaxing evening at your lodge, surrounded by the tranquil forest.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Guereza Canopy Lodge

6. 6Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park⌄

   Morning: Enjoy breakfast and begin your journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Stop en route to marvel at the scenic crater lakes. Afternoon: Arrive at your lodge and enjoy lunch before setting out on an afternoon game drive. Explore the park’s diverse habitats and spot elephants, antelopes, and more. Evening: Relax at your lodge as you prepare for the next day’s adventures.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Enganzi Game Lodge

7. 7Kasenyi Plains and Kazinga Channel⌄

   Morning: Rise early for a game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, renowned for its lion and leopard sightings. Capture incredible photographs of the wildlife against the stunning landscape. Afternoon: After lunch, embark on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel. Spot hippos, crocodiles, and an array of bird species. Evening: Return to your lodge for a peaceful evening.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Enganzi Game Lodge

8. 8Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park⌄

   Morning: Have breakfast and travel to Bwindi, passing through the Ishasha sector, famed for its tree-climbing lions. Afternoon: Stop for lunch and continue your journey, arriving in Bwindi by evening. Evening: Relax at your lodge, surrounded by the mystical forest.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

9. 9Gorilla Trekking Adventure⌄

   Morning: After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing. Embark on a life-changing trek to meet a mountain gorilla family in their natural habitat. Spend an awe-inspiring hour observing these gentle giants. Afternoon: Return to your lodge for lunch. Optional visit to the Batwa community to learn about their culture and traditions. Evening: Reflect on the day’s experiences over dinner.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

10. 10Return to Entebbe and Departure⌄

    Morning: Enjoy breakfast and start your journey back to Entebbe. Stop at the Equator for photographs and a chance to purchase unique souvenirs. Afternoon: Arrive in Entebbe for lunch and relax before your flight. Evening: Transfer to the airport for your departure, concluding your remarkable Uganda safari.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch