7 days Chimps, Gorillas & Wildlife Uganda Safari

Overview

Experience the very best of Uganda’s primates, big game, and stunning landscapes on this immersive 7-day safari. From chimpanzee encounters in Kibale to gorilla trekking in Bwindi and game viewing in Queen Elizabeth and Lake Mburo National Parks, this itinerary offers unforgettable adventures every day.

Begin Every day the way Nature has intended.

Travel Plan

• 01

  Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Kibale National Park

  Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative from Wagatil Safaris. Begin your journey westward towards Kibale National Park, known as the primate capital of the world. Enjoy scenic views of crater lakes along the way and a cultural walk through the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run initiative rich in biodiversity and local life.

  Accommodation:  Turaco Treetops Lodge

• 02

  Day 2 : Chimpanzee Trekking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

  Start your day with a thrilling chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest. Guided by expert trackers, you’ll observe these intelligent primates in their natural environment—watch them swing, feed, and communicate in their social groups. After lunch, continue your journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you’ll enjoy a short evening game drive en route to your lodge.

  Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge

• 03

  Day 3: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

  After breakfast, head out for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains. Look out for lions, elephants, buffaloes, and a variety of antelope species. The park is also home to over 600 bird species, making it a paradise for bird lovers.

  In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. This offers one of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in Uganda—expect to see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and countless water birds up close.

  Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge

• 04

  Day 4: Transfer to Bwindi via the Ishasha Sector

  After breakfast, depart Queen Elizabeth National Park and travel southwards to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The journey takes you through the remote Ishasha Sector, famed for its unique population of tree-climbing lions. Enjoy the breathtaking landscapes of the Kigezi Highlands as you approach the home of Uganda’s endangered mountain gorillas.
  Accommodation:Bweza Gorilla Lodge

• 05

  Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

  Today is the highlight of your safari—gorilla trekking in the heart of Bwindi’s ancient forest. After a briefing at the Rushaga Sector park headquarters, set off with a professional guide and tracker to locate a gorilla family. Once found, spend one awe-inspiring hour observing the gorillas as they interact, feed, and care for their young. Return to your lodge for an afternoon of rest and reflection.

  Accommodation: Bweza Gorilla Lodge

• 06

  Day 6: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

  After breakfast, journey to Lake Mburo National Park, a gem nestled in Uganda’s southwestern region. Stop for lunch in Mbarara before continuing to your lodge inside the park. Later, head out for an evening game drive, where you may spot zebra, eland, impala, topi, and Cape buffaloes among others.

  Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge

• 07

  Day 7: Morning Bush Walk and Departure

  Rise early for a guided bush walk in the company of a Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger. This unique experience allows you to track animals like zebra, giraffes, elands, and antelopes on foot and appreciate the park’s serene environment up close.

  After the walk, enjoy breakfast and begin your transfer back to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.