12–Day Uganda Wildlife & Gorilla Trekking Safari
From $4500 per person. Available for 2 people and above. 12-Day Uganda Wildlife & Gorilla Trekking Safari Murchison Falls • Kibale Forest • Queen Elizabeth • Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
An unforgettable journey through the Pearl of Africa, combining thrilling game drives, breath-taking landscapes, spectacular boat cruises, chimpanzee encounters and the extraordinary opportunity to meet endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.
Your 12–day itinerary at a glance
Days 1–3: Murchison Falls National Park
Waterfalls, game drives, Nile boat cruise and optional rhino tracking.
Days 4–5: Kibale Forest National Park
Chimpanzee tracking, Bigodi Wetland and scenic crater lakes.(
Days 6–9: Queen Elizabeth National park.
Game drives, Kazinga Channel cruise, Ishasha and extra wildlife viewing.
Days 10–12: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Gorilla trekking, cultural experiences and return journey.
Meet your Ahakaro Safaris guide and travel from Entebbe or Kampala towards Murchison Falls National Park. Enjoy the Ugandan countryside and, if time allows, an optional rhino-tracking excursion at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
Arrive at your lodge, relax and enjoy dinner.
Overnight: Murchison Falls.
Meal plan : Lunch, dinner.
Detailed day–by–day itinerary
Day 1 — Arrival and transfer to Murchison Falls
Meet your Ahakaro Safaris guide and travel from Entebbe or Kampala towards Murchison Falls National Park. Enjoy the Ugandan countryside and, if time allows, an optional rhino-tracking excursion at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
Arrive at your lodge, relax and enjoy dinner.
Overnight: Murchison Falls.
Meal plan : Lunch, dinner.
Day 2 — Game drive and Nile boat cruise
Start with an early game drive across the northern savannah in search of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes and lions.
In the afternoon, take a boat cruise on the Victoria Nile, watching hippos, crocodiles and waterbirds before approaching the spectacular falls.
Overnight: Murchison Falls area
Meal plan : breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Day 3 — Top of the falls and transfer to Kibale
Visit the top of Murchison Falls to witness the Nile forcing its way through a narrow rocky gorge. Afterwards, begin the scenic journey towards Fort Portal and Kibale Forest.
Overnight: Kibale Forest area.
Meal plan : Breakfast ( packed picnic), lunch and dinner
Day 4 — Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest
Join an expert ranger for a guided trek into Kibale’s tropical rainforest. Search for chimpanzees and observe their feeding, grooming, social interactions and movement through the forest.
Look out for other primates and colourful forest birds. Spend the afternoon relaxing at your lodge or enjoying an optional nature walk.
Overnight: Kibale Forest area
Meal plan : breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 5 — Bigodi Wetland and journey to Queen Elizabeth
Enjoy a guided walk at Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, discovering birdlife, vegetation and local conservation initiatives.
Continue through the beautiful crater-lake region towards Queen Elizabeth National Park. Arrive at your lodge in time to relax and prepare for the coming wildlife adventures.
Enjoy breakfast before beginning the return journey through Uganda’s beautiful countryside.
Arrive in Kampala or Entebbe according to your travel arrangements. Since the road journey from Bwindi is long, an overnight stay before an international flight is advisable if departure times are tight. A domestic flight may be considered if schedules and availability permit.
Meals: Breakfast and lunch, depending on arrangements · Safari concludes.
WHY THIS PACKAGE IS SPECIAL:
- More time for wildlife: An additional day in Queen Elizabeth creates space for another game drive and a more comfortable exploration of Ishasha.
- Less rushing: The route has more breathing room around key activities and transfers.
- A better gorilla experience: Two nights in Bwindi before the return journey allows time for trekking and a cultural activities.
- More balanced travel: The itinerary combines savannah wildlife, primates, waterways and community experiences.
INCLUSIONS:
- Accommodation for 11 nights.
- Meals as specified in the itinerary.
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
- Fuel for the entire itinerary.
- Park entrance fees for all four national parks.
- Mountain gorilla trekking permit.
- Chimpanzee tracking permit.
- Murchison Falls boat cruise.
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise.
- Scheduled game drives.
- Visit to the top of Murchison Falls.
- Drinking water during safari excursions.
- Airport transfers, as agreed.
- Pre-trip planning and safari coordination.
EXCLUSIONS :
- International flights.
- Uganda visa fees.
- Travel and medical insurance.
- Personal expenses and shopping.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Alcoholic and premium beverages.
- Meals not specified in the itinerary.
- Optional activities not listed as included.
- Optional rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
- Optional Batwa cultural experience.
- Domestic flights and charter services.
- Additional accommodation beyond the 11 nights.
- Personal medical expenses and vaccinations.
- Laundry and telephone charges.
- Any services not expressly listed under inclusions.
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Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Area
Meal plan: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 6 — Classic savannah game drive
Explore the park on an early morning game drive. Search for elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, warthogs and lions, with opportunities for wildlife photography.
Enjoy lunch and a restful afternoon before an optional evening game drive, depending on your location and park activity arrangements.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park are
Meal plan: breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 7 — Kazinga Channel boat cruise
Discover the remarkable wildlife of the Kazinga Channel on a boat cruise. Watch hippos congregating in the water, crocodiles along the banks, elephants drinking and numerous bird species.
Enjoy additional game viewing or a relaxed afternoon at the lodge.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park area.
Meal plan: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 8 — Ishasha sector and tree–climbing lions
Head towards the southern Ishasha sector for a wildlife drive across its expansive grasslands. Search for the famous tree-climbing lions, along with elephants, buffaloes and antelopes.
Spend the night in the southern part of Queen Elizabeth or the Ishasha area, positioning yourself for the following day’s journey to Bwindi.
Overnight: Ishasha or southern Queen Elizabeth area
Meal plan: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 9 — Morning wildlife viewing and transfer to Bwindi
Enjoy another morning game drive in Ishasha, offering a second opportunity to search for wildlife and tree-climbing lions.
Afterwards, travel through the scenic hills and villages of south-western Uganda to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Check into accommodation near the specific gorilla trekking sector assigned to your permit.
Attend your lodge’s trekking briefing and prepare for the following day’s adventure.
Overnight: Bwindi trekking sector
Meal plan: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 10 — Mountain gorilla trekking
After breakfast, report to the park headquarters for a ranger briefing before entering the rainforest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family.
The trek may take several hours depending on the gorillas’ movements and terrain. Once the family is located, visitors are generally allowed up to one hour of observation under applicable park rules.
Witness these magnificent primates in their natural habitat and enjoy a truly memorable wildlife experience.
Overnight: Bwindi trekking sector
Day 11 — Batwa cultural experience and relaxation
Enjoy a more relaxed day after gorilla trekking. Choose an optional Batwa cultural experience led by community members, featuring traditional knowledge, storytelling, music and crafts.
Alternatively, enjoy birdwatching, a guided nature walk or relaxation at your lodge. This day adds cultural depth to your safari while supporting locally led tourism initiatives.
Overnight: Bwindi trekking sector
Meal plan: breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 12 — Return to Entebbe or Kampala
