- Seguku Katale. Kampala
7 days Uganda Wildlife Safaris
7 Days Uganda Wildlife Safaris
This 7-days Uganda Wildlife Safaris offers an unforgettable journey through Uganda’s most iconic national parks, showcasing rich biodiversity, breathtaking landscapes, and unique wildlife encounters. From the mighty Murchison Falls to the misty Bwindi Forest, this adventure provides a blend of thrilling game drives, boat cruises, primate tracking, and cultural experiences.
Trip Summary and Highlights
Trip Summary
- Day 1: Pick up from Kampala/Entebbe, visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, and explore the top of Murchison Falls.
- Day 2: Morning game drive and afternoon launch cruise to the bottom of Murchison Falls.
- Day 3: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park with birding at Bigodi Sanctuary.
- Day 4: Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park with a Kazinga Channel launch cruise.
- Day 5: Morning game drive and transfer to Bwindi via the Ishasha sector to spot tree-climbing lions.
- Day 6: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi and visit to the Batwa Pygmy community.
- Day 7: Drive back to Kampala/Entebbe or Kigali with an optional stop at the Equator or Gisozi Genocide Memorial.
- Track chimpanzees and gorillas in their natural habitats.
- Explore the Murchison Falls and witness their majestic power.
- Take game drives to spot Uganda’s iconic wildlife, including elephants, lions, and buffaloes.
- Enjoy boat cruises on the Nile River and Kazinga Channel, teeming with wildlife.
- Cultural experience with the Batwa Pygmies, the original inhabitants of Bwindi Forest.
- Stop at the Equator or visit the Gisozi Genocide Memorial in Kigali.
Detailed Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Pick Up from Kampala/Entebbe and Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
This Uganda Wildlife Safaris adventure begins with a pick-up from Kampala or Entebbe and a drive towards Murchison Falls National Park. En route, you will stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting rhino tracking experience. Afterward, continue to the park and visit the top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile River forces its way through a narrow gorge, creating a powerful waterfall.
Accommodation Options:
- UpMarket: Paraa Safari Lodge
- MidLuxury: Murchison River Lodge
- Luxury: Nile Safari Lodge
- Midrange: Fort Murchison
- Budget: Red Chilli Rest Camp
Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner
Day 2: Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Launch Cruise to the Bottom of Falls
Start your day with an early morning game drive on the northern bank of the Nile, where you will search for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes. After lunch, embark on an afternoon launch cruise along the Nile to the bottom of Murchison Falls. Keep an eye out for crocodiles, hippos, and numerous bird species such as the African fish eagle. Dine and Rest at your Lodge in Day 1
Meal Plan:Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park – Birding at Bigodi Sanctuary
After breakfast, you’ll embark on a scenic drive towards Kibale Forest National Park, known for its rich primate diversity. On arrival, you’ll have the opportunity to visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a birding hotspot. This community-run wetland is home to various primates, butterflies, and over 200 bird species, including the Great Blue Turaco. Dine and Rest at;
- UpMarket: Kyaninga Lodge
- MidLuxury: Primate Lodge
- Luxury: Crater Safari Lodge
- Midrange: Kibale Forest Camp
- Budget: Rwenzori View Guesthouse
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 4: Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Begin the day with an exciting chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale Forest National Park, where you’ll have the rare opportunity to observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat. After spending time with the chimps, you’ll head to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Upon arrival, take an afternoon launch cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a waterway known for its high concentration of hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife. Dine and Rest at;
- UpMarket: Mweya Safari Lodge
- MidLuxury: Kyambura Gorge Lodge
- Luxury: Ishasha Wilderness Camp
- Midrange: Enganzi Lodge
- Budget: Bush Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 5: Morning Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha Sector
In the morning, embark on a game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, searching for more wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, and leopards. Afterward, you’ll transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park via the Ishasha sector, renowned for its tree-climbing lions. Keep an eye out for these unique lions as you travel to Bwindi. Dinner and Overnight Stay at;
- UpMarket: Gahinga Lodge/Gorilla Forest Camp
- MidLuxury: Mahoany Springs/ Four Gorilla Cousins Lodge
- Luxury: Lake Mulehe Safari Lodge/Ichumbi Lodge
- Midrange: Bakiga Lodge/Rushaga Haven Gorilla Lodge/Rushaga Gorilla Camp
- Budget: Rushaga Gorilla Haven Lodge/Buhoma Community Rest Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 6: Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Visit to Batwa Pygmies
The highlight of your safari is the gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. After a briefing at the park headquarters, you’ll set off into the dense forest to track one of the habituated gorilla families. The trek can be challenging but immensely rewarding as you spend an hour observing the gorillas in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, visit the Batwa Pygmy community, where you’ll learn about their traditional way of life. Dine and rest at your lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 7: Return to Kampala/Entebbe or Kigali and Departure
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before beginning your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe. You can choose to stop at the Equator for photos and souvenirs. Alternatively, if you’re flying out of Kigali, you’ll head towards Rwanda with an optional visit to the Gisozi Genocide Memorial. Upon arrival at your destination, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your 7-day Uganda wildlife safari.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch