Wildlife and Mountain Gorillas in Uganda
This 5-day safari combines unforgettable wildlife encounters in Queen Elizabeth National Park with mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You will experience game drives, a boat cruise, and one of Africa’s greatest wildlife highlights — spending time with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
Tour Overview
- Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Start/End: Kampala or Entebbe
- Main Highlights: Game drives, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, mountain gorilla trekking
- Accommodation: Luxury and mid-range lodge options available
- Best For: Wildlife lovers and gorilla trekking enthusiasts
Detailed Itinerary
Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe. Drive southwest toward Queen Elizabeth National Park — Uganda’s most diverse wildlife reserve — passing lush countryside and rural landscapes.
Arrive in time for lunch and check in at your lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy an evening game drive in search of elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelope, and birdlife.
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Kyambura Gorge Lodge
- Mid-range: Mweya Safari Lodge
Meals Included: Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, explore the park on a morning game drive across savanna plains and game tracks. Spot buffaloes, antelope, elephants, warthogs, and big cats with your experienced guide.
In the afternoon, take a relaxing boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, home to huge pods of hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of water birds along the shoreline.Accommodation: Same as Day 1
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After an early breakfast, depart Queen Elizabeth National Park and drive toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to mountain gorillas. Stop en route for lunch and scenic viewpoints.
Arrive in the evening, check in at your lodge, and enjoy dinner.
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Gorilla Safari Camp
- Mid-range: Mahogany Springs Lodge
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before beginning your gorilla trek. Trek through the lush rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family — the duration of the trek varies depending on gorilla movements. Once found, you will spend a full hour observing and photographing these magnificent primates.
Return to your lodge in the late afternoon for relaxation and dinner.Accommodation: Same as Day 3
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, begin the return journey to Kampala or Entebbe by road. Enjoy scenic views throughout the drive as you make your way back. Arrive at your hotel or the airport for your onward travel arrangements.Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch
End of Safari
- Mountain gorilla trekking permit
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- All park entry fees and listed activities
- 4 nights’ accommodation as specified
- All meals included in the itinerary
- Private safari vehicle with professional guide
- Bottled water
- Government taxes
What’s Not Included
- International or domestic flights
- Uganda visa fees
- Alcoholic drinks and soft beverages
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses such as souvenirs or phone calls
- Optional activities not specified in the itinerary
Recommended Packing List
- Comfortable safari clothing
- Hiking shoes
- Light long-sleeved shirts and trousers
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Insect repellent
- Binoculars and camera with extra batteries
- Sunscreen and hat
Why Choose This Safari?
- Excellent combination of savanna wildlife and prime gorilla trekking
- Game drives and boat cruise experiences
- Up-close encounters with mountain gorillas
- Flexible accommodation options
