7-Day Uganda Gorillas & Wildlife Safari
Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi, paired with classic savannah game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Go beyond the expected.
A complete introduction to Uganda, combining a gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with two full days of wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park, including a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel.
- One gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel
- Game drives across Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Optional chimpanzee tracking in the Kyambura Gorge
- Scenic drive through the western Rift Valley
What's included
Included
- Gorilla trekking permit
- All accommodation as specified
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with driver-guide
- All park entrance fees on the itinerary
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- Meals as specified in the day-by-day itinerary
- Bottled water in the vehicle
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Alcoholic beverages
Confirm current park fees, permit availability, accommodation and pricing before booking, since these can change with season and demand.
Day by day
Day 1 Arrival in Entebbe
Entebbe
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to your lodge for the night, with time to rest ahead of an early departure the next morning.
Day 2 Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Bwindi
A full day's drive southwest through Uganda's central and western landscapes, with stops for photographs and a break at the equator crossing, arriving at your lodge on the edge of Bwindi in the late afternoon.
Day 3 Gorilla trekking in Bwindi
Bwindi
An early start for your briefing at park headquarters, followed by a guided trek to find a habituated gorilla family. Trekking time varies depending on where the family has moved, with one hour permitted once found.
Day 4 Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Drive north from Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth National Park, entering through the scenic Ishasha sector, known for its tree-climbing lions, with a game drive en route to your lodge.
Day 5 Kazinga Channel and game drives
Queen Elizabeth National Park
A morning game drive across the park's open plains, followed by an afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, one of the most reliable wildlife viewing experiences in Uganda for hippos, elephants and waterbirds.
Day 6 Optional Kyambura Gorge chimpanzee tracking, return towards Entebbe
Queen Elizabeth National Park to en route
An optional early chimpanzee tracking excursion in the Kyambura Gorge, before beginning the return journey towards Entebbe, breaking the drive at a stop of your choosing.
Day 7 Return to Entebbe and departure
Entebbe
Continue the drive back to Entebbe, with time for last-minute shopping or rest before your onward flight.
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Questions about 7-Day Uganda Gorillas & Wildlife Safari
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How far in advance should I book?
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