6 Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Big Five Safari

Welcome to Uganda, the Pearl of Africa, a land of breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife, and rich cultural experiences. Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our professional safari guide and transferred to your accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe.

Take time to relax and prepare for your upcoming adventure as you begin your unforgettable journey searching for Uganda’s iconic primates, predators, and wilderness wonders.

Highlights:

• Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
• Airport pickup and hotel transfer
• Safari briefing with your guide
• Relaxation before your adventure begins

Accommodation: Papyrus Guest House

After breakfast, begin your scenic journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most spectacular wildlife destinations. Travel through beautiful countryside landscapes, local communities, and breathtaking views of the Rwenzori Mountains.

Arrive in the park and enjoy the first glimpses of Uganda’s wildlife-rich savannah as you prepare for exciting game viewing experiences.

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside
• Beautiful landscapes and local communities
• Views of the Rwenzori Mountains
• Arrival at Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation: Kazinga Wilderness Camp

Start your day with an exciting morning game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park, searching for Uganda’s famous wildlife including lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, antelopes, and other savannah species.

Later, enjoy a relaxing boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, one of Africa’s best wildlife viewing waterways. Watch hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and hundreds of bird species along the shores.

The Ishasha sector is also famous for its unique tree-climbing lions, offering a rare wildlife encounter.

Highlights:

• Morning game drive
• Search for lions and predators
• Tree-climbing lions experience
• Kazinga Channel boat cruise
• Hippo and bird watching

Accommodation: Kazinga Wilderness Camp

After breakfast, depart Queen Elizabeth National Park and continue your journey towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas.

Drive through the famous Ishasha sector, known for its remarkable tree-climbing lions, before continuing through Uganda’s beautiful highlands filled with misty hills, forests, and dramatic landscapes.

Arrive in Bwindi and relax as you prepare for the once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience.

Highlights:

• Scenic drive through Ishasha sector
• Possible tree-climbing lion sightings
• Mountain landscapes and forest views
• Arrival at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

Today is the highlight of your Uganda adventure — an unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

After a briefing from park rangers, enter the ancient rainforest searching for a habituated gorilla family. Trek through the dense jungle while enjoying the sounds of nature and breathtaking forest scenery.

Once you find the gorillas, spend magical moments observing their behavior, taking photos, and witnessing these incredible creatures in their natural habitat.

Highlights:

• Mountain gorilla trekking adventure
• Encounter with a gorilla family
• Expert ranger guidance
• Rainforest exploration
• Lifetime wildlife memories

Accommodation: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge

After breakfast, begin your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe. Enjoy a final scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside, passing through rolling hills, villages, and beautiful landscapes.

Depending on your departure schedule, you will be transferred to Entebbe International Airport for your flight home, marking the end of your incredible Search for Primates & Predators in Uganda Adventure.

Highlights:

• Scenic countryside drive
• Final views of Uganda’s landscapes
• Airport transfer
• End of safari experience

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch