12-Day Best of Uganda Safari

12 Days | 11 Nights | Scheduled and Guided Tour

From Majestic Gorillas to Thunderous Waterfalls – Uganda’s Ultimate Wildlife Journey

Experience the very best that Uganda has to offer in this 12-day immersive wildlife safari. Traverse through Lake Mburo, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Queen Elizabeth, Kibale Forest and Murchison Falls National Parks—each with its own unique ecological wonders. Encounter endangered mountain gorillas, playful chimpanzees, tree-climbing lions and take in breathtaking views of Africa’s most powerful waterfall. Round off your journey with serene boat rides and cultural experiences in Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s most beautiful lake.

Tour Highlights

🦍 Once-in-a-Lifetime Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – Journey deep into the misty rainforest to meet the awe-inspiring mountain gorillas in their natural habitat—a rare and emotional wildlife encounter.

🐘 Game Drives Across Iconic National Parks – Explore the savannahs of Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Park, spotting elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes and Uganda kob in the wild.

🐒 Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest – Trek through one of Africa’s most biodiverse tropical forests to encounter chimpanzees and 12 other primate species.

🚤 Scenic Boat Safaris – Cruise along the Nile to the thunderous base of Murchison Falls and glide down the Kazinga Channel, home to hippos, crocodiles and an astonishing variety of birds.

🌄 Breathtaking Landscapes & Photo Moments – Witness the beauty of the Albertine Escarpment, Rwenzori Mountains and serene Lake Bunyonyi—Africa’s second deepest lake, dotted with 29 islands.

🌍 Immersive Cultural & Nature Experiences – Walk through local villages, explore wetlands and tea plantations and engage with local communities around Bwindi and Bigodi.

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe

Your adventure begins with a warm welcome at Entebbe International Airport. You’ll receive a short briefing before being transferred to your hotel for a restful evening.

🛏️ Accommodation: Preferred Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Entebbe – Kampala – Murchison Falls

Depart Entebbe and travel northwards through Kampala, heading to the legendary Murchison Falls National Park. Journey through rolling landscapes before arriving at your lodge near the roaring Nile River.

🛏️ Accommodation: Preferred Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Game Drives & Nile Boat Safari

Kick off the day with a morning game drive—expect sightings of elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes and more. In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise to the base of the thunderous Murchison Falls, where the Nile squeezes through a 7-meter gorge. Optional experiences include a hot-air balloon safari or chimp tracking in Budongo.

🛏️ Accommodation: Preferred Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Murchison Falls – Kibale Forest

Drive southwest via the scenic Albertine Escarpment, passing through Hoima and vast tea plantations en route to Kibale Forest National Park, home to the world’s densest population of chimpanzees.

🛏️ Accommodation: Preferred Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Chimpanzee Trekking & Bigodi Wetlands

Enter the lush Kibale Forest for a chimpanzee tracking adventure. Spot other primates like the Colobus monkey, red-tailed monkey and grey-cheeked mangabey. After lunch, enjoy a swamp walk in Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary, a birder’s paradise.

🛏️ Accommodation: Preferred Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Kibale – Queen Elizabeth National Park

Head to Queen Elizabeth National Park, with en-route views of the majestic Rwenzori Mountains. After settling in, go for an afternoon game drive where you might spot lions, topis, hyenas and more.

🛏️ Accommodation: Preferred Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Safari & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Start the day with a morning game drive, followed by an afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, which hosts one of the largest populations of hippos in Africa, alongside elephants, crocodiles and abundant birdlife. Optional balloon safari available after breakfast.

🛏️ Accommodation: Preferred Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Queen Elizabeth – Bwindi via Ishasha

Drive south through the Ishasha sector, where you might spot tree-climbing lions. Continue your journey to the famous Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site and sanctuary for mountain gorillas.

🛏️ Accommodation: Preferred Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Gorilla Trekking Experience

After an early morning briefing, venture into the misty jungle in search of habituated mountain gorilla families. This once-in-a-lifetime encounter is unforgettable and emotionally stirring.

🛏️ Accommodation: Preferred Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Bwindi Nature Walk – Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Enjoy a guided forest or village walk in Bwindi before departing for Lake Bunyonyi. Known as the “Switzerland of Africa,” its calm, bilharzia-free waters and 29 islands offer the perfect place to unwind.

🛏️ Accommodation: Preferred Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Explore Lake Bunyonyi

Take a boat ride across Lake Bunyonyi, visiting iconic islands like Bwama, Akampene (Punishment Island) and Dr. Sharp’s Island. In the afternoon, relax by the lake, go for a swim or take a leisurely walk.

🛏️ Accommodation: Preferred Hotel
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Return to Entebbe – Departure

Early morning departure back to Entebbe via Kampala, with a lunch stop en route. Arrive at Entebbe International Airport in time for your return flight.

🛏️ Accommodation: None
🍽️ Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

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Delicious Meals

Meals as indicated (B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner)

Transport & Transfers

Transport in 4x4 safari vehicle

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