📌 Safari Overview

Embark on a 9-day all-inclusive Uganda safari that captures the essence of the “Pearl of Africa.” This trending adventure combines gorilla trekking in Bwindi, chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, Big Five game drives in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks, and boat cruises on the Nile and Kazinga Channel. Alongside wildlife, immerse yourself in Uganda’s vibrant culture with community visits, crater lakes exploration, and eco-conscious travel experiences.

With sustainable tourism and authentic encounters at its core, this itinerary is designed for travelers seeking a deeper connection to nature, wildlife, and local traditions—making it one of the most sought-after safari packages in East Africa for 2026 – 2027.

🌟 Highlights

• 🦍 Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – A once-in-a-lifetime encounter with endangered mountain gorillas.

• 🐒 Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest – Uganda’s primate capital, home to 13 primate species.

• 🦁 Big Five Game Drives – Lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos across Uganda’s top national parks.

• 🌊 Nile River Cruise at Murchison Falls – Witness the world’s most powerful waterfall from the base of the Nile.

• 🦓 Kazinga Channel Boat Safari – Hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife in Queen Elizabeth NP.

• 🏞️ Lake Mburo National Park – Walking safari and game drives in Uganda’s smallest but wildlife-rich park.

• 🌍 Cultural Encounters – Community visits, traditional dances, and crater lake explorations.

• 🌱 Eco-Conscious Travel – Support conservation and local communities while staying in sustainable lodges.

💡 Prices include:

• $800 gorilla trekking permit

• $200 chimpanzee tracking permit

• Park entrance fees (Murchison, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi)

• Accommodation (mid-range lodges), meals, 4×4 transport with driver-guide

• Scheduled game drives & boat cruises

❌ Excludes: international flights, visas, drinks, tips, and personal expenses.

Activities Included

• Rhino tracking

• Game drives in Murchison Falls & Queen Elizabeth

• Nile & Kazinga Channel boat cruises

• Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale

• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi

Why Choose This 9-Day Uganda Safari?

• Covers Uganda’s top safari destinations in one trip

• Combines Big Five wildlife, primates & gorillas

• Perfect balance of adventure, culture, and relaxation

• Flexible for mid-range or luxury travelers

Detailed Itinerary:

Day 1  – Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch

The moment you’ve been waiting for has finally arrived: this is when your Ugandan safari begins. After a few brief formalities and an introduction to your guide, we’ll start this journey together and begin discovering all the amazing animals Uganda has to offer.

The flagship for a rhino reintroduction project organized by Rhino Fund Uganda and the Uganda Wildlife Authority, Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch is perfectly positioned for a stopover between Kampala and northern Uganda. More than 40 white rhinos now roam freely within the 7,000ha sanctuary, which is also home to other large mammals such as waterbuck, bushbuck and warthog.

When you stay at Gipir and Labongo Safari Lodge, you’re in a good location to enjoy this leg of your trip.

Accommodation Gipir and Labongo Safari Lodge

Day 2  – Murchison Falls National Park

Named after an explosive 43m-high waterfall created where the Nile erupts through a crack in the Rift Valley escarpment, Murchison Falls National Park is also one of East Africa’s most rewarding safari destinations. Here, you’ll find golden-maned lions stalking the plains, large herds of Rothschild’s giraffe striding through palm-studded grassland, and hippos basking in the river shallows while elephants and buffalo come to drink. A highlight of the park’s prolific aquatic birdlife is the swamp-dwelling shoebill, regularly seen around the delta formed by the Nile as it flows into Lake Albert.

Put on some warm clothes and enjoy an early morning game drive. This is the perfect time to experience the wildlife and the landscapes they inhabit. The light is soft and warm – perfect for photography – and most animals are out and about, and active. If you’re not an early riser, you’ll definitely want to make an exception here.

Day 3  – Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary

You’ll go on a guided walk in the community-managed Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary bordering Kibale National Park.

Here, you stand a good chance of spotting up to five monkey species. The forest birding is excellent, with a long list of colorful regulars that includes great blue turaco, papyrus gonolek, yellow-spotted barbet, and blue-throated roller.

We think you’ll enjoy the down-to-earth feel of Kibale Forest Lodge, which stands in the village of Bigodi, practically bordering Kibale National Park. Owned and managed by a local husband-and-wife team known for their expertise as bird guides, this welcoming place started life as a simple homestay, but it has gradually evolved into a proper lodge whose en-suite rooms now all have king-size beds, fitted nets, and private balconies.

Accommodation Kibale Forest Lodge

Day 4  – Kibale National Park

Kibale National Park is best known for its population of around 1,000 chimpanzees, man’s closest genetic relative.

The park is home to a dozen other primate species, including Uganda mangabey, a type of monkey that is unique to Uganda and difficult to see anywhere other than Kibale. It supports a dazzling forest birdlife, with 370 species recorded, ranging from the outrageously colorful great blue turaco to the secretive green-breasted pitta.

There is something about chimpanzees that makes them one of the greatest safari prizes of all. We’ll take you trekking through the forest to spend time with them and enjoy an encounter that you’ll never forget.

Going on an evening game drive is one of the highlights of any safari. This is when temperatures cool, the light becomes softer, and the wildlife begins to get active. Not only will you be out when the light is best for taking photos, but it’s also one of the best times of day for seeing the animals.

Chimp Trekking, Kibale National Park

Evening Game Drive, Queen Elizabeth National Park

You’re perfectly placed when you stay at Tembo Safari Lodge on your visit to Kibale National Park.

Accommodation Tembo Safari Lodge

Day 5  – Queen Elizabeth National Park

Time to get into safari mode as you enter Queen Elizabeth National Park, a savannah-dominated reserve known for its conspicuous populations of lion, elephant, buffalo and other iconic African creatures. There are also hippos on the pretty Kazinga Channel, a flat and narrow waterway that connects Lake Edward and Lake George within eyeshot of the snowcapped Rwenzori Mountains, as well as rainforests alive with chimps and monkeys, and crater lakes tinged pink by flocks of flamingo. Indeed, this is possibly the most biodiverse national park anywhere in East Africa.

Imagine being out in the soft, early morning light, wrapped in a blanket, just as the animals emerge from their night’s rest or from the shadows of their nighttime adventures. The world feels fresh and new on an early morning game drive, the sun has yet to beat down upon the earth, and it may end up being your favorite time to be out on safari.

Early Morning Game Drive, Queen Elizabeth National Park

Spend another night in Tembo Safari Lodge.

Accommodation Tembo Safari Lodge

Day 6  – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Supporting almost half the world’s mountain gorillas, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is arguably the best place anywhere in the world to track these charismatic, gentle giants through their misty forest home. But there is far more to this UNESCO World Heritage Site than just gorillas. The lush forest interior is also home to a diversity of other mammals, ranging from L’Hoest’s monkey and chimpanzee to elephant and the yellow-backed duiker. A total of 350 bird species, 23 of which are unique to the Albertine Rift Valley, ensure that Bwindi ranks among East Africa’s most rewarding bird-watching destinations.

Gorilla Bluff Lodge is your base for exploring Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with us, and you’ll really enjoy staying here.

Accommodation Gorilla Bluff Lodge

Day 7  – Lake Bunyonyi

It’s time to chill out at Lake Bunyonyi, a flooded river valley that runs for 25km through the majestic hills characteristic of southwest Uganda. This lovely freshwater lake has something for everybody. There are no hippos or crocodiles, so it’s safe for swimming, but wildlife lovers will enjoy the plentiful birds and the high chance of spotting swimming otters. As for activities, you can relax over a beer at a waterside restaurant, hike in the surrounding hills, or take a boat out to some of the lake’s 29 islands.

There are few more iconic wildlife experiences than trekking in search of mountain gorillas. These soulful creatures and the remarkable landscape they inhabit are worth every second that you walk through the forest to find them.

Accommodation Heritage Lodge Habuharo

Day 8  – Lake Mburo National Park

Although it isn’t a classic Big Five destination (elephants and rhino are absent, and lion and leopard scarce), Lake Mburo National Park hosts a varied selection of African wildlife, including several iconic species not found elsewhere in western Uganda. The park’s acacia-swathed slopes and valleys are home to giraffe, zebra, buffalo, impala, waterbuck, bushbuck, and various other grazers and browsers. Hippos, crocodiles, and aquatic birds thrive in an extensive network of lakes and other wetlands.

You’ll love the warm light and cooler temperatures as we take you out to explore on your evening game drive. This time of day is when both predators and prey are most active and it can feel as though anything could happen at any moment. This is when you’ll most enjoy being on safari.

Day 9 –Your last day with us

As your safari in Uganda ends, it’s time to look back on your trip with us and enjoy the incredible memories we’re sure you have.

✅ Trust 

• Licensed & Accredited: Registered with Uganda Tourism Board.

• Eco-Conscious: Lodges and activities support conservation and local communities.

• Transparent Pricing: No hidden costs — permits included.

📌 Booking Instructions

1. Confirm Availability: Contact Tribes Gorilla Trekking Tours for permit and lodge availability.

2. Secure Your Spot: Pay a deposit to reserve gorilla & chimpanzee permits.

3. Prepare Travel Documents: Ensure a valid passport, visa, and insurance.

4. Pack Smart: Hiking boots, rain jacket, insect repellent, and binoculars recommended. We offer free Branded Rain Jackets

5. Final Payment: Balance due before arrival.