9 Day Uganda Primates & Wildlife Safari

Trip Overview

This 9-day safari combines Uganda’s most thrilling wildlife encounters with scenic landscapes and rich cultural experiences. From chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest and game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park to a life-changing gorilla trek in Bwindi and peaceful moments at Lake Bunyonyi, this journey showcases the best of Uganda. Perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers, this safari takes you deep into the heart of the Pearl of Africa.

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, meet your driver-guide and transfer to Kampala for an evening of relaxation. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a brief city tour of Kampala’s highlights or relax at your hotel in preparation for your safari.

After breakfast, depart for Kibale Forest, a drive that takes you through lush tea plantations, rural landscapes, and vibrant communities of western Uganda. Arrive in the afternoon and check in at your lodge near the forest. If time allows, take an optional community walk or visit a crater lake before dinner.

Begin the day with an exciting chimpanzee trek in Kibale Forest, where you’ll track and observe man’s closest relatives in their natural habitat. Besides chimpanzees, the forest is home to several other primate species and colorful birdlife. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, famous for its rich biodiversity and vibrant community conservation efforts

After breakfast, travel south to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most popular wildlife reserve. Arrive in time for an afternoon game drive on the Kasenyi plains, where lions, elephants, Uganda kobs, and warthogs roam freely. Check in at your lodge overlooking the savannah and enjoy a relaxing evening.

Start the day with a sunrise game drive when wildlife is most active. Explore different habitats of the park, searching for buffaloes, leopards, elephants, and countless antelopes. In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a waterway linking Lake Edward and Lake George. Watch hippos, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species along the shores. Return to the lodge for the night.

Today’s journey takes you through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Continue south to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Arrive at your lodge surrounded by misty hills and thick forest.

Rise early for your gorilla trekking adventure. After a briefing, hike into the dense forest with experienced rangers to track a habituated gorilla family. The trek can be challenging but unforgettable. Spend one magical hour observing the gorillas up close, witnessing their behaviors and social interactions. Afterward, return to the lodge for a well-deserved rest.

After breakfast, travel to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s most beautiful lake, dotted with emerald islands. Spend the afternoon relaxing by the lakeshore, swimming, canoeing, or taking a nature walk through the surrounding hills. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of this scenic retreat.

After a leisurely breakfast, begin your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe, stopping for photos and souvenirs along the way. Arrive in the late afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable Uganda safari.

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