Your 7-days offers you an incredible adventure! The combination of gorilla trekking, classic game drives, and stunning scenery in Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth, and Lake Mburo National Parks offers a diverse and unforgettable experience.
Spending an evening by the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi- ‘’lake of small birds “to relax after gorilla trekking is a perfect touch. This itinerary truly showcases the best of Uganda’s natural beauty and wildlife.
Your itinerary truly captures the essence of Uganda’s natural beauty, wildlife, and cultural heritage.
7-Day Uganda Safari Itinerary Summary
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe Welcome to Uganda! Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and settle in for your adventure.
Day 2: Queen Elizabeth National Park Transfer to the park and enjoy a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, spotting hippos, elephants, and vibrant birdlife.
Day 3: Kyambura Gorge & Game Drive Embark on a chimpanzee trek in Kyambura Gorge, followed by a classic game drive through Queen Elizabeth’s savannah.
Day 4: Bwindi via Ishasha Sector Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with a game drive in Ishasha, famous for its tree-climbing lions. End the day with an evening community walk.
Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi (Buhoma Sector) The highlight of the trip—mountain gorilla trekking through the dense forest of Bwindi. A humbling and unforgettable experience.
Day 6: Lake Mburo National Park Transfer to Lake Mburo, known as “The Zebra Paradise of Uganda.” Enjoy an afternoon game drive among zebras, impalas, and more.
Day 7: Safari Walk & Return to Entebbe Start the day with a guided safari walk alongside zebras and buffaloes. After breakfast, transfer back to Entebbe for your flight or optional overnight stay.
USD 2,430 PP
Detailed Itinerary.
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe Airport
Our safari guide gives you a warm and welcoming start! On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will meet and greet with our safari expert or guide who will transfer you to the accommodation of your choice for an overnight. Relax at your hotel in Entebbe after the flight to prepare for the exciting days ahead.
Overnight at Papyrus guesthouse
Day 2: Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park – Launch cruise along the Kazinga channel.
Starting with breakfast and an early departure from Entebbe, you’ll get to experience the thrill of standing at the Equator, where the northern and southern hemispheres meet. The drive through the towns of Masaka and Mbarara, past the tea estates and Kalinzu Forest, will offer beautiful scenery.
Checking in at the lodge and relaxing before the launch cruise along the Kazinga Channel is a perfect way to unwind. The 2–3-hour cruise on the 36 km channel linking Lake George to Lake Edward is fascinating. Spotting water adapted Hippopotamuses yawning and some slashing canines to each other, Nile crocodiles gaping along the banks, warthogs, and a variety of birds from the boat will offer you an unforgettable experience. Overnight Pumba safari cottages
Day 3: Chimpanzee trek in Kyambura Gorge – Game-drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Starting with a trek in Kyambura Gorge to see chimpanzees and immerse yourself in the jungle’s sounds is a fantastic way to begin. Afterward, returning to the lodge for lunch and preparing for an evening game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park promises even more excitement.
Ticking off 4 on the Big 5 list—elephants, buffalos, lions, leopards, —along with warthogs, hyenas, and a variety of bird species, including storks and famous flamingos, will be an unforgettable experience. Spending the night at Pumba Safari Cottages will offer you a perfect way to close the day
Day 4: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable NP with a game drive in Ishasha’s tree-climbing lions
A perfect start with an early breakfast and head to the southern part of Queen Elizabeth National Park to see the fascinating tree-climbing lions is sure to be a highlight. The drive through the vast savanna, spotting Topis and southern elephants, adds to the excitement.
Transferring to the Impenetrable Forest of Bwindi, home to the endangered mountain gorillas, will be an unforgettable experience. The journey through changing landscapes, from savanna to cultivated hills and forest-covered mountains is breathtaking. Spending the night at Buhoma Community Rest Camp in Bwindi jungle will be a perfect way to end the day as you listen to bird sounds as you have many chances of monkeys and on lucky day mountain gorillas visiting your tent.
An evening walk in the Buhoma community, engaging with the native culture, traditional healers, banana breweries, and school visits, offers a rich social-cultural interaction. This experience will provide a deeper understanding of the community living near the park boundaries.
Day 5: Mountain Gorilla Trekking Day- Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Head to the park headquarters for a briefing about dos and don’ts while with mountain gorillas. Spending the day tracking the endangered mountain gorillas in the impenetrable forest and observing their behaviour up close is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Watching mother with their infants and scampering toddlers under the watchful eye of an attentive father(silverback) will be unforgettable.
After a bush-packed lunch, heading to Kahungye Island on Lake Bunyonyi, Africa’s second deepest lake, for a relaxing evening is the perfect way to unwind. Enjoying the view of the lake and its many birds from the veranda of your cozy cottage at Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort offers you a serene and magical experience.
Day 6: Transfer to Lake Mburo national park – Afternoon game drive” The Zebra Paradise of Uganda”
This day will bring for you a wonderful mix of relaxation and adventure! Starting with a leisurely breakfast and crossing Lake Bunyonyi by speed boat or motorized canoe gives us a wonderful way to bid farewell to the “Lake of Many little Birds.” The drive to Lake Mburo National Park, with a lunch stops at the lodge, offers a chance to recharge and even take a refreshing swim.
The afternoon game drive in Lake Mburo National Park, with sightings of zebras, Topis, warthogs, cape buffaloes, and impalas, promises us an exciting experience. Spending the night at a lodge in the park will be a perfect way to end the day.
Day 7: Early morning safari walks with zebras in Lake Mburo NP and Transfer to Entebbe
This day offers us a perfect conclusion to an amazing 7 days adventure! Starting the day with a safari walk in savannah park makes us get closer to nature, and observing zebras, warthogs, waterbucks, birds, and buffaloes in their morning routines will offer us a memorable experience. After the walk, enjoying breakfast at the lodge before setting off for Entebbe is a great way to wrap up the trip.
We reach Entebbe in the afternoon and thus the flexibility to arrange for an evening flight or add an extra night in Entebbe to fly the next day.
