10-Day Safari Holiday in Uganda Including Gorilla Trek

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10 daysDuration

Private TourPrivate experience, no group joining

6 peopleMaximum group size

2 peopleMinimum to book

15 - 80 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Entebbe, Uganda

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Highlights

Experience a one-on-one encounter with the endangered giant Gorillas in Bwindi forest

Spot animals and birds on a boat cruise safari

Go game driving in search of the famous tree-climbing lions

Proceed on a walking safari and get up close with the wild

Itinerary

This 10-day journey takes you to the misty mountain habitat of the endangered gorilla and through some of Uganda’s most remarkable parks, rich with wildlife. Track gorillas, observe animals on game drives and boat safaris, join a guided walking safari, and experience the wild from different perspectives.

A safari in Uganda offers travelers the chance to explore a country of striking natural beauty. Often called “the Pearl of Africa,” Uganda is home to half of the world’s mountain gorilla population, the source of the River Nile, and the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains. With its remarkable biodiversity, from primates to the Big Five, Uganda is an exceptional destination for nature and wildlife enthusiasts.

Discover the Uganda we know and love—an authentic African experience.

day 1Arrival at Entebbe Airport. Transfer to the hotel.

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, a Home to Africa–assigned English-speaking professional tour driver-guide will welcome you to Uganda, the Pearl of Africa. You will then transfer to your booked accommodation, check in, and take some time to rest—recovering from jet lag and adjusting to the time difference.
Optional (at extra cost): If you arrive early and are interested in an activity, you may consider:
a) an excursion to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens to see a variety of primates and birds, or
b) an excursion to Mabamba Wetland in search of the prehistoric shoebill stork.
Otherwise, simply check in and enjoy your rest.
Accommodation: Airport Link Guesthouse (Budget Level)
Meals: Dinner
Transfer Time: Approx. 20 minutes

Meals

Dinner

day 2Travel to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Proceed to Murchison NP

day 3Morning game drive. Boat trip to see the waterfalls.

day 4Drive to the top of the falls and transfer to Kibale NP

day 5Chimp tracking in Kibale. Transfer - Queen Elizabeth NP

day 6Morning game drive. Afternoon boat trip Kazinga Channel

day 7Drive to Ishasha sector and then connect to Bwindi NP.

day 8Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest. Return, stay at leisure

day 9Transfer to Lake Mburo NP and enjoy game drive.

day 10Morning walking safari in the park. Return to Entebbe.

What's Included

Meals as specified in the itinerary.

Accommodation with en suite facilities.

Ground transportation in a comfortable 4x4 safari car.

Rhino tracking fees at Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary.

Applicable park entrance, activity fees.

1 Professional English-speaking Tour Driver-guide.

1 Chimp tracking permit per person participating.

1 Gorilla trekking permit per person participating.

Bottled water while on safari.

1 Complimentary airport/hotel pick-up and drop off.

Activities as stipulated.

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Itinerary

day 1Arrival at Entebbe Airport. Transfer to the hotel.

day 2Travel to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Proceed to Murchison NP

day 3Morning game drive. Boat trip to see the waterfalls.

day 4Drive to the top of the falls and transfer to Kibale NP

day 5Chimp tracking in Kibale. Transfer - Queen Elizabeth NP

day 6Morning game drive. Afternoon boat trip Kazinga Channel

day 7Drive to Ishasha sector and then connect to Bwindi NP.

day 8Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest. Return, stay at leisure

day 9Transfer to Lake Mburo NP and enjoy game drive.

day 10Morning walking safari in the park. Return to Entebbe.