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9-Day Best of Uganda Safari with Gorillas

Our most complete Uganda itinerary: Murchison Falls, chimp trekking, Ishasha's tree-climbing lions, gorilla trekking and Lake Mburo.

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Overview

9-Day Best of Uganda Safari with Gorillas

For travelers who want to see as much of Uganda as possible in a single trip: four national parks from north to south, ending with a change of pace at Lake Mburo.

This is our most complete Uganda itinerary, covering forest, wetland and savannah habitats along with both of Uganda's classic primate treks.

Best of Uganda with gorillas highlights
  • Day 1–3: Murchison Falls & Budongo chimpanzee trekking
  • Day 4–5: Queen Elizabeth & Ishasha tree-climbing lions
  • Day 7: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi
  • Day 8: Lake Mburo National Park
Itinerary

Detailed Day-By-Day

1Kampala – Murchison Falls National Park
Drive to Murchison Falls

Travel north to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's oldest and largest.

2Game Drive, Nile Boat Cruise & Hike to the Falls
Murchison Falls game drive and boat cruise

A morning game drive, an afternoon boat cruise to the base of the falls, and a hike to the top where the Nile is forced through a narrow gorge.

3Chimpanzee Trekking in Budongo Forest
Chimpanzee trekking in Budongo

A guided chimpanzee trek in Budongo Forest before driving south toward Queen Elizabeth National Park.

4Queen Elizabeth National Park
Queen Elizabeth National Park

A game drive and a Kazinga Channel boat cruise, one of Uganda's richest spots for hippo and waterbird sightings.

5Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions – Bwindi
Ishasha tree-climbing lions

A game drive through the Ishasha sector in search of its famous tree-climbing lions, before continuing to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

6Bwindi Nature Walk & Batwa Cultural Experience
Batwa cultural experience

A rest day in Bwindi with an optional nature walk, birding, or a Batwa cultural tour, ahead of the following day's gorilla trek.

7Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi

The centerpiece of the trip: a guided trek to spend time with a habituated mountain gorilla family.

8Bwindi – Lake Mburo National Park
Lake Mburo National Park

Travel on to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda's smallest savannah park, for a change of pace.

9Lake Mburo – Kampala
Return drive to Kampala

An optional early game drive, then the return journey to Kampala.

Usually Arranged For You

  • Professional driver-guide
  • Ground transportation in a safari vehicle
  • Gorilla & chimpanzee permit booking assistance
  • Activities listed in the itinerary
  • Accommodation in your preferred category

Not Covered

  • International flights
  • Visa fees
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Personal expenses

Exact inclusions, accommodation options and pricing are confirmed with you directly once we understand your travel dates and preferences.

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