Overview
This 10-day Uganda gorilla trekking safari adventure combines gorilla trekking, African wildlife safaris, chimpanzee tracking, nature experiences, and authentic cultural encounters. The trip starts and ends in Entebbe and includes visits to Mabamba Swamp for shoebill viewing, Kibale National Park for chimpanzee trekking, Queen Elizabeth National Park for game drives and a Kazinga Channel boat cruise, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for mountain gorilla trekking, Lake Bunyonyi, Amatsiko community projects and school, Igongo Cultural Museum, and Lake Mburo National Park. The itinerary also features guided forest walks, community-based tourism experiences, village life, local traditions, conservation-focused travel, and an Ankole long-horned cattle experience. It is described as a carefully designed Uganda safari itinerary for first-time visitors seeking a complete East African adventure.
Itinerary
Airport pick-up, welcome dinner, and relaxation at Lake Victoria.
Arrival in Entebbe – Airport Pick-Up, Welcome Dinner & Relaxation at Lake Victoria
Shoebill experience at Mabamba Swamp, scenic transfer to Kibale Forest, and Bigodi Community Walk.
Mabamba Swamp Shoebill Experience – Scenic Transfer to Kibale Forest & Bigodi Community Walk
Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park and transfer through the Crater Lakes to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park – Transfer Through Crater Lakes to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, and evening wildlife drive.
Queen Elizabeth Safari Adventure – Morning Game Drive, Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise & Evening Wildlife Drive
Scenic highlands transfer and Batwa cultural experience.
Journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Scenic Highlands & Authentic Batwa Cultural Experience
Mountain gorilla trekking and encounter with Uganda’s gentle giants.
Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – Life-Changing Encounter with Uganda’s Gentle Giants
Community experience and sunset boat cruise on Lake Bunyonyi.
Buzaniro Community Experience – Discover Local Traditions & Sunset Boat Cruise on Lake Bunyonyi
School visit, cultural museum experience, and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park.
Amatsiko School Visit – Igongo Cultural Museum Experience & Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Morning game drive, guided nature walk, and Ankole long-horned cattle experience.
Lake Mburo Safari – Morning Game Drive, Guided Nature Walk & Ankole Long-Horned Cattle Experience
Transfer back to Entebbe with an equator stop and departure.
Transfer Back to Entebbe – Equator Stop & Departure
Useful Information
- Uganda visa
- Price from USD 4075 per person. Meals: Full Board & Drinking water. Best time: All Year Round. Best time to visit: June–September and December–February offer excellent conditions for gorilla trekking and wildlife viewing. Gorilla trekking requires a permit and guided forest trek with Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Moderate fitness is recommended for forest walks and nature activities. Transport is by private 4×4 safari vehicle from Entebbe and throughout the journey. The trip can be customized.
