11 Day – Uganda Big 5 & Primate Safari Itinerary
🦁🦍 11-Day Uganda Big 5 & Primate Safari Itinerary
The Ultimate Wildlife & Primate Adventure
Experience the best of Uganda on this 11-day uganda Big5 & Primate safari combining Big 5 game drives, mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, and breathtaking landscapes. Explore Uganda’s most iconic national parks, meet local communities, and encounter rare wildlife in their natural habitats. Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and adventure seekers.
📌 SAFARI OVERVIEW
- Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe / Kampala
- Day 2: Kampala – Murchison Falls National Park
- DAY 3. Murchison Falls – Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise
- DAY 4. Murchison Falls – Kibale Forest
- DAY 5. Kibale Forest – Chimpanzee Trekking
- DAY 6. Kibale – Queen Elizabeth National Park
- DAY 7. Queen Elizabeth NP – Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
- DAY 8. Queen Elizabeth – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- DAY 9. Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
- DAY 10. Bwindi – Lake Bunyonyi (Optional Relaxation & Canoeing)
- DAY 11. Lake Bunyonyi – Entebbe / Kampala & Departure
📍 Based in Uganda
📞 Phone & WhatsApp: +256706753644
📧 Email: gorillasinparadisesafaris@gmail.com
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe / Kampala
- Arrive at Entebbe International Airport.
- Meet your driver/guide and transfer to your hotel in Entebbe.
- Rest and orientation briefing for your safari.
Accommodation: Airport Guest house
Meal Plan: Dinner
Day 2: Kampala – Murchison Falls National Park
- Drive to Murchison Falls National Park (approx. 5–6 hours).
- stop by ziwa rhino sanctuary for rhino trekking
- Stop en route for scenic photos and lunch.
- Visit to of falls
Accommodation: Hornbill Bush Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3. Murchison Falls – Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise
- Morning game drive in Murchison Falls: elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, and antelopes.
- Afternoon boat cruise on the Nile to the base of the falls, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and birds.
- Sunset photography and return to lodge.
Accommodation: Hornbill Bush Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4. Murchison Falls – Kibale Forest
- Early breakfast and drive to Kibale Forest National Park (approx. 7–8 hours).
- Stop at scenic viewpoints and small towns along the way.
- Afternoon crater lake hike
- Evening at leisure at lodge near Kibale.
DAY 5. Kibale Forest – Chimpanzee Trekking
- Early morning chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest.
- Track chimp families through lush rainforest, led by experienced guides.
- Optional Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary walk in the afternoon for birding and community visit.
DAY 6. Kibale – Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park (approx. 3–4 hours).
- Stop at Fort Portal Crater Lakes for scenic photos.
- Afternoon game drive along the park tracks for elephants, lions, buffalo, and leopards.
DAY 7. Queen Elizabeth NP – Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
- Morning game drive in search for wildlife
- Afternoon Kazinga Channel boat cruise for hippos, crocodiles, water birds, and elephant herds.
DAY 8. Queen Elizabeth – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (approx. 6–7 hours).
- Game drive in ishasha in search of tree climbing lions.
- Scenic drive through tea and banana plantations and local villages.
- Arrive at lodge near Bwindi gorilla trekking sector.
DAY 9. Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
- Early breakfast and transfer to park headquarters.
- Gorilla trekking adventure with expert guides.
- Spend 1 hour observing a gorilla family up close.
- Optional afternoon village walk or Batwa cultural experience.
DAY 10. Bwindi – Lake Bunyonyi (Optional Relaxation & Canoeing)
- Drive to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation after trekking.
- Optional canoeing, birdwatching, or exploring local islands.
- Evening at lodge overlooking the lake.
DAY 11. Lake Bunyonyi – Entebbe / Kampala & Departure
- Early breakfast and drive back to Kampala or Entebbe (approx. 8–9 hours).
- Stop en route for lunch and scenic photos.
- Drop-off at airport for your departure flight.
WHAT IS INCLUDED
✔ Gorilla trekking permit
✔ All accommodation and meals
✔ 4×4 safari vehicle and fuel
✔ Professional English-speaking guide
✔ Park entrance fees
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Not included
✖ International flights
✖ Visa fees
✖ Personal expenses
✖ Tips and gratuities
PRICING & BOOKING
Prices vary depending on:
- Travel dates
- Accommodation choice
- Number of travelers
ABOUT DAZZLING WILD GORILLA SAFARIS
Dazzling Wild Gorilla Safaris is a registered Ugandan tour company specializing in gorilla trekking, wildlife safaris, birding tours, and cultural experiences. We work with licensed guides and operate according to Uganda Wildlife Authority guidelines.
📍 Based in Uganda
📞 Phone & WhatsApp: +256706753644
📧 Email: gorillasinparadisesafaris@gmail.com
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