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Nairobi, Kenya | Nakuru, Kenya

Uganda Bush to Primates Safari

Duration
9 Days / 8 Nights
Price
$3,500 – $5,800
Group Size
Max 7
Difficulty
Moderate

Uganda truly deserves its title as the “Pearl of Africa.” This comprehensive 9-day safari covers the country’s four greatest national parks, combining classic savannah game drives with primate tracking in ancient rainforests.

Begin at the thundering Murchison Falls where the Nile crashes through a 7-metre gap. Continue to Kibale Forest for chimpanzee tracking, Queen Elizabeth National Park for tree-climbing lions and hippo-filled channels, and climax with gorilla trekking in Bwindi — Africa’s most sought-after wildlife experience.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

1

Arrive Entebbe

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport. Transfer to lakeside hotel. Evening welcome dinner.

2

Entebbe to Murchison Falls

Drive north to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's largest park. Optional stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary — the only place to see rhinos in Uganda. Arrive for late lunch and relax.

3

Murchison Falls

Morning game drive in the northern sector searching for lions, elephants, giraffes, and hartebeest. Afternoon boat cruise up the Nile to the base of the thundering falls. Spot hippos, crocodiles, and elephants along the banks.

4

Murchison to Kibale Forest

Drive south through tea plantations and the beautiful Fort Portal area to Kibale Forest National Park.

5

Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale

Morning chimpanzee tracking in Kibale — home to the highest density of primates in Africa with 13 species. Spend time with a habituated chimp community. Afternoon Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary walk for birdwatching.

6

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Drive to Queen Elizabeth NP. Afternoon game drive in the Kasenyi Plains searching for lions and Uganda kob. Spot tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector.

7

Kazinga Channel & Transfer to Bwindi

Morning boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel — one of Africa's greatest concentrations of hippos. Transfer south to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

8

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

The highlight of the trip. Trek into the misty forest to spend one hour with a mountain gorilla family. An emotional, life-changing experience. Celebrate with a dinner at the lodge.

9

Return to Entebbe

Fly or drive back to Entebbe via Lake Bunyonyi. Transfer to airport for onward journey.

What's Included

  • All transport in 4x4 safari vehicle
  • All park entry fees
  • Gorilla tracking permit ($800)
  • Chimpanzee tracking permit ($200)
  • Full-board lodge/camp accommodation
  • Professional driver-guide
  • Murchison Falls boat cruise
  • Kazinga Channel boat cruise
  • Bottled water

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Uganda e-Visa ($50)
  • Travel insurance
  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Laundry
  • Porter hire for treks

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