“Uganda’s Ultimate Encounter”
Duration: 10 Days / 9 Nights
Destination: Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Lake Mburo National Park.
Stars & Ends: Entebbe Airport, Uganda
Price: From $2600
10 Days Ultimate Uganda Safari
The 10 Days Ultimate Uganda Safari is the most complete wildlife and primate adventure in Uganda. This safari combines mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, Big Five wildlife viewing, and scenic boat cruises across Uganda’s top national parks including Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Lake Mburo National Park.
This long Uganda safari is perfect for travelers who want a true African wilderness experience, exploring primate forests, savannah wildlife, and spectacular landscapes with expert local guides.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Uganda Welcome Experience
Arrival at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to your hotel.
Depending on arrival time, you may visit:
- Relaxation by Lake Victoria
- Entebbe Botanical Gardens
- Local restaurants & sunset views
Accommodation:
Luxury: Protea Hotel Entebbe
Mid-range: 2 Friends Beach Hotel
Budget: Airport Guest House
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Murchison Falls National Park – Big Five Wildlife Safari
Drive north to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest conservation area via Ziwa rhino sanctuary for rhino trekking.
Continue to the park and visit the top of the powerful Murchison Falls where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge.
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Para Safari lodge
- Mid-range: Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Budget: Ikorom Safari Lodge
Day 3: Murchison Falls National Park – Big Five Wildlife Safari
Morning Game Drive. Early morning safari in the northern sector of the park searching for: Lions, Elephants, Buffaloes, Giraffes, Antelopes, Hyenas
Afternoon Nile Boat Cruise.
The park is famous for its diverse wildlife and Nile River ecosystem.
Accommodation:
- Luxury: Para Safari lodge
- Mid-range: Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Budget: Ikorom Safari Lodge
Meals: Full board
Day 4: Transfer to Kibale National Park – Primate Capital of Africa
Travel south through beautiful countryside landscapes to Kibale National Park.
Optional stopover for tea plantation photography and local village encounters.
Evening relaxation at the lodge.
Accommodation: Isunga lodge
Meals: Full board
Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetland Experience
After early breakfast, report to park headquarters for chimpanzee trekking guided by rangers from Uganda Wildlife Authority.
Spend one hour observing wild chimpanzees in their natural habitat.
In the afternoon, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for bird watching and community tourism.
Accommodation: Isunga lodge
Meals: Full board
Day 6–7: Queen Elizabeth National Park – Wildlife & Boat Safari
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Activities
- Morning game drive in the savannah plains
- Boat safari on Kazinga Channel, one of Africa’s best hippo and crocodile habitats
- Possible sightings of lions, elephants, and antelopes
The park lies at the foot of the Rwenzori Mountains.
Accommodation: Lights of Kazinga Homestay
Meals: Full board
Day 8–9: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park – Gorilla Trekking Adventure
Travel through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions, before arriving in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Main Highlight – Gorilla Trekking 🦍
- Briefing by rangers from Uganda Wildlife Authority
- Trekking through dense rainforest searching for mountain gorillas
- Spend one magical hour observing a gorilla family in the wild
Trekking duration may vary between 2–6 hours depending on gorilla movement.
Accommodation: Buhoma Community Camp
Meals: Full board
Day 10: Lake Mburo National Park & Return to Entebbe
Visit Lake Mburo National Park for a walking safari or game drive.
Wildlife sightings may include zebras, impalas, and elands.
Continue to Entebbe with a stop at the Uganda Equator for photos and souvenir shopping.
End of Safari
