7 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Safari

Overview

  • Duration:7 days 6 nights
  • Travelers:2 - 8 guests
  • Tour Type:Uganda
  • Language:English Speaking Driver/Guide
Embark on an unforgettable 7 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Safari, combining thrilling mountain gorilla encounters, exciting game drives, and breathtaking African landscapes. Explore Uganda’s iconic national parks, track endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, discover diverse wildlife, and experience the beauty of the Pearl of Africa
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Highlights

  • Opportunity to see Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi
  • Big Five wildlife viewing experiences
  • 6 Nights' Accommodation
  • Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners
  • Game Drives in Queen Elizabeth N.Park
  • Lake Mburo National Park adventure
  • Lake Bunyonyi scenic relaxation and canoe experience
  • Ground transportation by safari vehicle

Includes/Excludes

  • Park Entrance fees
  • Game Drives and Tree-climbing lions
  • Gorilla Permits (One per person)
  • Game Drives in Queen Elizabeth N.Park
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional Driver/Guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • Roundtrip Airport transfer
  • Drinking water (On all days)
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$25.00 pp per day)
  • Additional Accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Itinerary

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Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe Airport – Welcome to Uganda

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport where you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, relax and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Entebbe or explore the shores of Lake Victoria.

Highlights:

  • Private transfer from Entebbe/Kampala
  • Welcome to Uganda – The Pearl of Africa
  • Relaxation after your flight
  • Optional Entebbe sightseeing

Accommodation : Cycad Guest House

ay 2: Entebbe/Kampala to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, begin your journey southwest towards Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside, passing local villages, farms, and beautiful landscapes.

En route, you’ll stop over at the Equator for photography, refreshments, and an opportunity to stand both in the northern and southern Hemispheres at once. Later, you’ll proceed to the Ankole region, known for its long-horned cattle with open savannah as you drive towards Queen Elizabeth National Park with views of the carter lakes and the foothills of the Rwenzori mountains, often referred to as the “Mountains of the moon.”

Upon arrival, relax at your lodge and prepare for the wildlife experiences ahead.

Highlights:

  • Scenic Uganda countryside drive
  • Arrival at Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • Relaxing evening at the lodge
  • Optional Entebbe sightseeing

Accommodation : Enganzi Game Lodge

Day 3: Full-Day Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Cruise

Spend a full day exploring Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most diverse wildlife destinations.

Start with a morning game drive across the Kasenyi plains searching for elephants, buffaloes, lions, antelopes, and other wildlife. Later, enjoy the famous Kazinga Channel boat cruise, where you can see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and hundreds of bird species along the water.

Highlights:

  • Morning game drive safari
  • Search for Big Four wildlife
  • Kazinga Channel boat cruise
  • Hippos, crocodiles & bird watching
  • Stunning views of the Rwenzori Mountains

Accommodation :  Enganzi Game Lodge

Day 4 : Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, drive towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas.

Enjoy breathtaking scenery as you travel through Uganda’s southwestern highlands, passing rolling hills, local communities, and beautiful landscapes before arriving near the rainforest.

Highlights:

  • Scenic transfer to Bwindi
  • Beautiful mountain landscapes
  • Scenic Uganda countryside drive
  • Arrival near the gorilla trekking destination

Accommodation : Gorilla Mist Camp

Day 5: Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Experience

Today is the highlight of your safari—the unforgettable Bwindi gorilla trekking adventure.

After a ranger briefing, enter the ancient rainforest with experienced trackers to search for a habituated gorilla family. Once you find the gorillas, spend a magical hour observing their behavior, taking photos, and witnessing one of Africa’s greatest wildlife experiences.

Highlights:

  • Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Forest
  • Encounter endangered mountain gorillas
  • Guided rainforest adventure
  • Lifetime wildlife memory
  • Expert ranger trackers

Today is the highlight of your safari—the unforgettable Bwindi gorilla trekking adventure.

After a ranger briefing, enter the ancient rainforest with experienced trackers to search for a habituated gorilla family. Once you find the gorillas, spend a magical hour observing their behavior, taking photos, and witnessing one of Africa’s greatest wildlife experiences.

Accommodation : Gorilla Mist Camp

 

Day 6: Bwindi to Lake Mburo

After breakfast, depart Bwindi and travel towards Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s only park where you can easily see zebras and one of the few places with large populations of impalas and giraffes.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive exploring the park’s beautiful savannah landscapes.

Highlights:

  • Scenic southwestern Uganda drive
  • Lake Mburo game drive
  • Savannah sunset views
  • Wildlife photography opportunities

Accommodation : Rwakobo Rock Lodge

Day 7: Lake Mburo to Entebbe – Departure Transfer

Enjoy your final morning in Uganda before driving back to Entebbe. Depending on your flight schedule, you may stop at the Equator for photos and souvenirs.

Your 7 Days Uganda Gorilla Trekking & Wildlife Safari ends with unforgettable memories of Uganda’s wildlife, landscapes, and incredible mountain gorilla encounter.

Highlights:

  • Morning wildlife experience
  • Equator photo stop
  • Scenic drive to Entebbe
  • Airport transfer for departure

Key information

What Makes This Safari Special?

This safari combines Uganda’s best experiences, including mountain gorilla trekking, wildlife game drives, scenic landscapes, and unforgettable African adventure.

Is the Gorilla Permit Included?

Yes, the gorilla trekking permit can be included in your safari package and allows you to spend an unforgettable hour observing mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

What Wildlife Will I See?

Gorilla trekking takes place in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to Uganda’s endangered mountain gorillas and one of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife destinations.

And You will encounter elephants, lions, buffaloes, hippos, giraffes, antelopes, primates, and many bird species depending on the parks visited.

Which Parks Will We Visit?

The safari include Uganda’s top destinations such as Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and other wildlife-rich areas.

Why book this safari with Sarit Gorilla Safaris?

Sarit Gorilla Safaris offers expertly planned Uganda safaris, experienced local guides, comfortable accommodation, and personalized gorilla and wildlife experiences.

$ 3,598 per adult

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