15 Day Uganda Grand Wildlife Expedition
The whole country in fifteen days: Jinja, Sipi, Kidepo, Murchison, Kibale, the Rwenzori, Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi.
Go beyond the expected.
The most complete circuit through Uganda. Start in Jinja and Sipi Falls, cross the north to Kidepo, then Murchison Falls, Kibale, a day in the Rwenzori Mountains, Queen Elizabeth and a mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi.
- Jinja, the source of the Nile
- Sipi Falls
- Two days in Kidepo Valley National Park
- Two days at Murchison Falls with a Nile boat trip
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale
- A day in the Rwenzori Mountains
- Mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi
What's included
Included
- Airport transfers
- Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle with driver-guide
- Accommodation and meals as specified
- Park and reserve entrance fees for the activities listed
- Mountain gorilla and chimpanzee permits as listed, subject to availability
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. Access to remote areas should be confirmed before travel.
Day by day
Day 1 Arrival in Entebbe
Entebbe
Arrive at Entebbe airport and transfer to your hotel.
Day 2 To Jinja
Jinja
Drive east to Jinja, the source of the Nile, for a short visit.
Day 3 To Sipi Falls
Sipi Falls
Continue to Sipi Falls on the slopes of Mount Elgon for a guided walk to the falls.
Day 4 To Kidepo Valley
Moroto, Karamoja and Kidepo Valley National Park
A long drive through Karamoja to Kidepo Valley National Park.
Day 5 Kidepo game drives
Kidepo Valley National Park
A full day of game drives in the Narus Valley.
Day 6 To Murchison Falls
Murchison Falls National Park
A long drive south west to Murchison Falls National Park.
Day 7 Game drive and Nile cruise
Murchison Falls National Park
A morning game drive and an afternoon launch cruise to the base of the falls.
Day 8 To Kibale
Fort Portal and Kibale National Park
A long drive south west to Kibale, with lunch in Fort Portal.
Day 9 Chimpanzee tracking
Kibale National Park
Track a habituated chimpanzee community in Kibale and spend an hour with them.
Day 10 Rwenzori Mountains
Rwenzori Mountains
Drive to the foot of the Rwenzori Mountains for a guided hike on the lower slopes and a community visit.
Day 11 To Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an evening game drive.
Day 12 Game drive and Kazinga Channel cruise
Queen Elizabeth National Park
A morning game drive and the afternoon launch cruise on the Kazinga Channel.
Day 13 To Bwindi
Ishasha Sector and Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Drive south via Ishasha to Rushaga in Bwindi.
Day 14 Mountain gorilla trek
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Trek to a habituated gorilla family and spend one hour with them, with permits subject to availability.
Day 15 Return to Entebbe
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Entebbe
A long drive back to Entebbe for your flight.
On this safari
Places you will visit
EntebbeExplore place →
JinjaExplore place →
Sipi FallsExplore place →
Kidepo Valley National ParkExplore place →
Murchison FallsExplore place →
Murchison Falls National ParkExplore place →
Kibale National ParkExplore place →
Rwenzori Mountains National ParkExplore place →
Queen Elizabeth National ParkExplore place →
Bwindi Impenetrable National ParkExplore place →
MorotoExplore place →
KaramojaExplore place →
Fort PortalExplore place →
Kazinga ChannelExplore place →
Ishasha SectorExplore place →Travel Guide
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Questions about 15 Day Uganda Grand Wildlife Expedition
Do I need a visa to visit Uganda?
Most nationalities need a visa for Uganda, commonly available as an e-visa applied for online before travel. Requirements vary by nationality, so check the current official guidance for your passport well ahead of your safari.
How many days do I need in Uganda?
A focused gorilla trekking safari can work in as few as 4–5 days, but 8–12 days lets you combine gorilla trekking with chimpanzee tracking, a savannah park such as Queen Elizabeth or Murchison Falls, and some rest time. We shape the exact length around what you want to include.
How many national parks does Uganda have?
Uganda protects its landscapes and wildlife across ten national parks, ranging from the rainforest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (home to mountain gorillas) to the savanna of Queen Elizabeth and Murchison Falls, Uganda’s largest park.
How much does a gorilla trekking permit cost in Uganda?
Uganda gorilla trekking permits are issued by the Uganda Wildlife Authority and priced separately from your safari cost. Permit prices and availability change periodically, so we confirm the current official rate and secure your permit as part of planning your safari: book several months ahead where possible, since permits for popular dates sell out.
What is the best time to visit Uganda?
Uganda can be visited year-round. The drier months (roughly December–February and June–September) are generally easiest for trekking and game viewing, while the wetter months bring lush scenery, fewer crowds and lower lodge rates. Gorilla trekking is possible in any month, since it happens in rainforest regardless of season.
What wildlife is Uganda known for?
Uganda is best known for mountain gorillas, it holds roughly half of the world’s remaining population, alongside strong chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and over 1,000 recorded bird species, an exceptional figure for a country of its size.