6 days Uganda: Wildlife safari & Gorilla trekking

Overview

A bit of safari with a dash of gorillas. This short, sweet and relaxing 6-day journey introduces you to the best of what Uganda has to offer.

This tour is packed with stunning road trips, amazing wildlife, a calming cruise on the massive but peaceful Kazinga Channel in Queen Elizabeth National Park, and the encounter of a lifetime in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – the cherry on the cake. Having said that, meeting mountain gorillas is not for the faint-hearted. It takes a two to six-hour hike into the emerald jungle of Bwindi, following the footsteps of your machete-sweeping guide. But once there, these intimidating but gentle giants will surely sweep you off your feet. Figuratively of course!

TOUR PLAN

Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
You arrive at Entebbe International Airport, your gateway to the diverse beauty of Uganda! This is the country of adventurous mountain gorilla and chimp trekking, stunning wildlife safaris, amazing road trips and wilderness adventures by boat, bike, horse or foot. Experience the warm hospitality of the Ugandan people and be amazed by the cultural encounters with the different indigenous tribes. With us, you’ll experience it all!
The drive from Entebbe or Kampala to Queen Elizabeth National Park takes approximately seven hours. As you travel through the heart of the country, you enjoy breathtaking views of the unique countryside, dotted with traditional villages. You pass by sprawling tea plantations and picturesque lakes (including the famous Lake Mburo) and might see zebras, antelopes, and even the occasional elephant along the way.
After discovering countless gems of Queen Elizabeth National Park on land, it’s time to hop into a comfy boat and do the same on the Kazinga Channel – the home of hippos, crocodiles and colourful birds.
Enjoy the beauty of Uganda on a 5 to 6-hour drive from Queen Elizabeth National Park to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park. Observe the landscape gradually transforming from open savannah plains to thick and lush green forests. A memorable drive!
The Buhoma sector, located in the northern part of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, is the largest sector and has been the pioneer of gorilla trekking in Uganda since 1993. Trekking here is moderately challenging and offers some of Africa’s most spectacular forest trails, perfect for avid hikers. Please note that participants must be at least 15 years old, treks last 2–4 hours, require proper hiking shoes and are conducted in groups of up to 8 people, though gorilla sightings cannot be guaranteed.
As you drive back to Entebbe, you again pass through the villages with their lively marketplaces and the outstretched countryside with tea and coffee plantations, smooth green hills and the occasional wildlife waving you goodbye. After several days of sheer adventure, even the ride back to Entebbe is an experience to enjoy!
  • Included in Tour Price
  • Gorilla trekking permit (one per person)
  • Accommodation in lodges or campsites (as per the itinerary)
  • Meals as specified in the itinerary (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Bottled drinking water during the safari
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
  • Park entry fees for all activities mentioned
  • Airport transfers
  • Community or cultural tour activities
  • Excluded in Tour Price
  • International flights to and from Uganda
  • Uganda visa fees
  • Personal expenses (e.g., laundry, telephone, beverages)
  • Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and hotel staff
  • Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary
  • Travel insurance
  • COVID-19 tests or any related health requirements
  • Items of a personal nature
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