Uganda's Mountain Gorillas & Game Viewing Safari
9 nights • 4 Destinations • From $12,610
This is not your typical safari. Uganda offers the adventurous traveler a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity with chimpanzee treks, face to face encounters with mountain gorillas, and wetland game of hippo and crocs. The wildlife viewing is unusual and spectacular, birders will be especially enchanted, and the lodges are diverse and overflowing with African mystique.
9 Nights
4 Destinations
Full Trip Itinerary
Day 1-2 Entebbe, Uganda | Hotel No. 5
Day 2-5 Murchison Falls, Uganda | Baker’s Lodge
Day 5-7 Kibale National Park, Uganda | Kyaninga Lodge
Day 7-10 Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda | Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
Day 10 Departure Entebbe, Uganda
Highlights
Gorilla trek with experts in the mountainous terrain of the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Spot lions, hippos, elephants, giraffes and much more at Murchison Falls and take a scenic cruise on the White Nile River
Take a magical hike following chimpanzees through the forest, passing birds, butterflies and monkeys on your way
Travel Itinerary: Day 1-2
DESTINATION
Entebbe, Uganda
Your international flight may route you into Entebbe, which lies on the sandy shores of Lake Victoria. This laid-back city is the perfect place to relax and lay over one night before you set out for your Ugandan safari filled with unusual wildlife such as tree-climbing lions, chimpanzees, gorillas, hippos, and a wide assortment of rare birds.
ACCOMMODATION | 1 NIGHT
Hotel No. 5
You'll probably stay a night or two in Entebbe, before or after a Uganda gorilla safari, and this intimate hotel in lush, leafy surroundings, is highly recommended. While enjoying the pool, spa, and gym, try a G&T with Waragi (banana) gin!
Travel Itinerary: Day 2-5
DESTINATION
Murchison Falls, Uganda
Feel the power of the Nile in your chest! The furious water funnels through a small 21-foot gap and then explodes through a fissure for another spectacular drop. Below this, the river is frothing white. A boat cruise brings you to witness this spectacle, albeit a bit downriver, where you’ll spy huge crocodiles, pods of hippos, elephants drinking and bathing, and if you’re lucky, a rare shoebill stork.
ACCOMMODATION | 3 NIGHTS
Baker’s Lodge
Just upriver from Baker's Lodge, the mighty Nile tumbles in a thunderous torrent over Murchison Falls. With hippos, crocs, and the rare wetland shoebill, plus game drives in the National Park, and nearby chimpanzee trekking, this Ugandan safari lodge will enthrall you.
Travel Itinerary: Day 5-7
DESTINATION
Kibale National Park, Uganda
Kibale may be your one chance to glimpse chimpanzees in the wild. This lowland, tropical safari is dedicated to following along with the constantly moving troops of chimps, where you will witness up close their tender, and at times comical behavior! During your trek, your guide may also point out rarely spotted duiker and shy bushbuck.
ACCOMMODATION | 2 NIGHTS
Kyaninga Lodge
This chalet-style lodge lies at the foot of the Ruwenzori Mountains, on the edge of a crater lake, whose shape is imitated by the swimming pool. Apart from the incredible views, a highlight is chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest.
Travel Itinerary: Day 7-10
DESTINATION
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Uganda
Be one of the fortunate few in the world to interact with the last remaining, critically endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi’s Impenetrable Forest. This safari offers the chance to spend a precious hour amongst these gentle giants in their verdant habitat. You can also meet the pygmy Batwa tribe who lives high up in the rainforest.
ACCOMMODATION | 3 NIGHTS
Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
Positioned on a high vantage point on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, you will trek from here into the jungle for face-to-face encounters with highly endangered mountain gorillas. The local community benefits directly from its stake in this lodge.
Travel Itinerary: Day 10 | Departure city Entebbe, Uganda
Uganda's Mountain Gorillas & Game Viewing Safari
9 nights • 4 Destinations • From $12,610
Accommodation & Pricing Information
Your custom safari is always tailored to your preferences, which is why we offer three tiers of accommodation. Location, amenities, game viewing opportunities, dining experiences, property size, and service levels are all factors to consider when planning your safari. Pricing is per person, double occupancy.
Classic
From $12,610
Offers stylish authenticity and includes all your basic comforts (clean sheets, private bathrooms, delicious food, and a hot shower) so that you can experience nature without roughing it.
Classic Plus
From $14,020
Adds a higher level of luxury so you can enjoy all your creature comforts in premier accommodation. Adventure by day and comfort by night. By industry standards, this is generally 5-star in coveted locations.
Premier
From $14,890
The ultimate 6-star experience in the most sought-after locations for the ultimate wildlife sightings. Expect daily gastronomic delights produced by top chefs, attentive staff, and the most knowledgeable professional guides.
INCLUSIONS Domestic African airfare, accommodations, game drives, meals on safari, park entrance fees, naturalist guides, porterage of one soft-sided bag, medical evacuation insurance.
EXCLUSIONS International airfare, personal expenses, excess baggage fees, gratuities, airport departure and security tax, passport and visa fees, trip cancellation insurance.
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