Embark on an extraordinary 10 Days Uganda Extreme Gorilla Wildlife Safari through the heart of Uganda’s lush jungles and iconic national parks, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to immerse yourself in the wild beauty of East Africa. This safari is designed for adventurous travelers eager to explore the natural habitats of some of the world’s most remarkable primates, including the majestic mountain gorillas and chimpanzees, while also experiencing thrilling wildlife encounters.
Day 1: Arrival and Airport Transfer to Hotel
Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will clear customs and immigration before being warmly greeted by our company guide. You will then be transferred to your hotel, where you can relax and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay while waiting to start the next morning this 10 Days Uganda Extreme Gorilla Wildlife Safari.
Accommodation options:
- Standard: Papyrus Guest House
- Midrange: The Boma Hotel Entebbe
- Luxury : No 5 Boutique Hotel
Meals: Diner
Day 2: Entebbe to Murchison Falls National Park (Travel Time: Approx. 5 hrs)
After an early breakfast at 7 am, you will set off for Murchison Falls National Park, one of Uganda’s most popular parks. En route, you will visit the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a thrilling on-foot rhino tracking experience. As you enter the park, you will be greeted by sightings of wildlife along the way. The evening is yours to relax at your lodge, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation options:
- Standard: Ikorom Safari Lodge
- Midrange: Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Luxury: Paraa Safari lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and diner
Day 3: Game Drive and Boat Cruise at Murchison Falls National Park
Start your day with a cup of African coffee before embarking on an early morning game drive. Your guide will help you spot a variety of wildlife, including elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes, hartebeests, waterbucks, and even leopards if you are lucky. After lunch, you will enjoy a boat cruise along the Nile River, observing crocodiles, hippos, and other wildlife drawn to the water. The cruise will take you to the base of the mighty Murchison Falls, where you will experience the awe-inspiring power of the falls up close. Later, you will hike to the top of the falls for a panoramic view before returning to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation options:
- Standard: Ikorom Safari Lodge
- Midrange: Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Luxury: Paraa Safari lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and diner
Day 4: Murchison Falls to Kibale Forest National Park (Travel Time: Approx. 5 hrs)
After breakfast, you will embark on a scenic drive through Uganda’s verdant countryside to Kibale Forest National Park. The journey offers picturesque views, including distant glimpses of the Rift Valley escarpment. Upon arrival in the late afternoon, you will settle in at your lodge for a relaxing evening, followed by dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation options:
- Standard: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
- Midrange: Isunga Lodge
- Luxury: Crater Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and diner
Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
In the morning, you will head to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on a chimpanzee tracking adventure. Kibale Forest is home to 13 primate species, including the famous chimpanzees. The trek lasts 2-4 hours, depending on the chimpanzees’ movements, and you will spend an hour observing them in their natural habitat. After lunch, you will transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, with a stopover at the Equator for photos. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Accommodation options:
- Standard: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
- Midrange: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge
- Luxury: Buffalo Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and diner
Day 6: Game Drive and Boat Cruise at Queen Elizabeth National Park
After an early breakfast, you will embark on a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Keep an eye out for buffaloes, elephants, lions, and various antelope species. After lunch, you will enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you can spot water birds, hippos, crocodiles, and other wildlife. The day ends with a short game drive back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation options:
- Standard: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge
- Midrange: Twin Lakes Safari Lodge
- Luxury: Buffalo Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and diner
Day 7: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Travel Time: Approx. 5 hrs)
Following a relaxed breakfast, you will check out of your lodge and visit a local fishing village near the Kazinga Channel. Then, you will proceed to Ishasha for a game drive in search of the famous tree-climbing lions. After lunch, continue your journey to Bwindi, arriving in the late afternoon for dinner and an overnight stay at your lodge.
Accommodation options:
- Standard: Broadbill Forest Camp
- Midrange: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
- Luxury: Gorilla Leisure Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and diner
Day 8: Gorilla Trekking Experience and Batwa Cultural Experience
This is the day you’ve been waiting for: a gorilla trekking adventure in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. After a briefing at the park headquarters, you will trek through the dense forest to find a family of mountain gorillas. Spending an hour with these gentle giants in their natural habitat is a profound and unforgettable experience. In the afternoon, you will visit the Batwa community to learn about their culture and traditions. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Accommodation options:
- Standard: Broadbill Forest Camp
- Midrange: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
- Luxury: Gorilla Leisure Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and diner
Day 9: Transfer to Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda
After a leisurely breakfast, you will transfer to Volcanoes National Park in Rwanda via the Cyanika border. Upon arrival, you’ll check into your hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.
Accommodation options:
- Standard: Garden Palace Hotel
- Midrange: Mountain Gorilla View Lodge
- Luxury: Five Volcanoes Boutique Hotel
Meals: Breakfast , lunch and Diner
Day 10: Golden Monkey Trek and Transfer to Kigali for Departure
Your final adventure is a golden monkey trek in Volcanoes National Park. These playful and endangered primates are a delight to observe as they leap through the bamboo forests. After the trek, you will return to your lodge for lunch before transferring to Kigali. Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to Entebbe Airport for your evening flight home, marking the end of this 10 Days Uganda Extreme Gorilla Wildlife Safari.
Meal Inclusion: Breakfast and Lunch.
Package Inclusions:
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for game viewing
- En route lunches
- Accommodation and meals as listed in the itinerary
- Services of an English-speaking driver/guide
- 1 Chimpanzee permit per person
- 1 Gorilla permit per person (USD800)
- Rhino trekking
- Visit to the top of Murchison Falls
- Boat cruises as mentioned in the itinerary
- Park entrance fees
- Bigodi swamp walk
- Bottled mineral water
- Game drives as mentioned in the itinerary
- Additional day excursions as described in the itinerary
- A lot of fun on African soil
Package Exclusions:
- Airfare
- Visa fees
- Drinks, laundry, telephone calls
- Porter fees while trekking
- Personal insurance
- Personal shopping bills and cigars