Tour Overview
This 5 Days and 4 Nights Uganda Safari combines the best of primate tracking, wildlife viewing, and breathtaking scenery. Explore Kibale Forest for chimpanzees, witness the famous tree-climbing lions of Queen Elizabeth National Park (Ishasha Sector), trek critically endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and unwind at the stunning Lake Bunyonyi. A perfect adventure for wildlife lovers seeking authentic encounters with Uganda’s most iconic species.
Itinerary
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport where you will be met by Uganda Wildlife Scene Safaris representatives. You will then transfer to your accommodation in Entebbe or Kampala. Depending on your time of arrival, you may relax, explore the local area, or rest for the journey ahead.
Activities
- Airport pick-up
- Transfer to accommodation
After early breakfast, drive to Kibale Forest National Park. Arrive in time for the afternoon chimpanzee trekking session. At 14:00hrs, report to the park headquarters for a briefing, then begin your trek through the forest to locate one of the habituated chimpanzee families. Kibale’s rich biodiversity includes black-and-white colobus, mangabeys, abundant birdlife, and magnificent forest scenery.
Activities
- Transfer to Kibale
- Afternoon chimpanzee trekking
- Primate viewing
After breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park’s Ishasha Sector, famously home to the last remaining population of tree-climbing lions in Uganda. Enjoy a game drive in search of these iconic cats as well as elephants, buffalos, and antelopes. After lunch, continue toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Arrive by early evening for dinner and overnight.
Activities
- Ishasha game drive
- Tree-climbing lion search
- Wildlife viewing
- Transfer to Bwindi
After an early breakfast, proceed to the Bwindi park headquarters for a briefing conducted by the chief warden. Begin your gorilla trekking adventure through thick forest vegetation. Trekking can take anywhere from 30 minutes to 5 hours depending on gorilla movement. Spend unforgettable moments with these gentle giants, then return for your Gorilla Certificate ceremony.
After the trek, transfer to the enchanting Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation, canoeing, or optional activities.
Activities
- Gorilla trekking
- Guided forest hike
- Gorilla certificate ceremony
- Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
- Optional canoeing or relaxation
After breakfast, depart Lake Bunyonyi and begin your return journey to Entebbe. Stop at the Uganda Equator for photos, lunch, and souvenir shopping. Later, continue to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight—marking the end of your memorable Uganda safari.
Activities
- Transfer to Entebbe
- Stop at the Uganda Equator
- Souvenir shopping
- Airport drop-off
