17-Day Ultimate Primate & Wildlife Safari – Uganda Adventure
Explore breathtaking landscapes, rich cultures, and incredible wildlife. Witness mountain gorillas and chimpanzees in their natural habitat, track the elusive shoebill stork, and experience thrilling game drives and boat cruises. From the thunderous Murchison Falls to the tranquil Lake Bunyonyi, this adventure offers a perfect blend of primate encounters, big game safaris, and cultural experiences.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Welcome & Briefing
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, meet our representative for a short briefing before transferring to your hotel for relaxation.
- Accommodation: Hotel Number 5 or Similar
- Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Transfer to Murchison Falls
Depart for Murchison Falls National Park, stopping at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino tracking experience. Continue to the park, arriving in the evening.
- Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3: Game Drive & Nile River Boat Safari
Enjoy an early morning game drive, searching for elephants, lions, giraffes, and leopards. Later, take a boat cruise on the Nile River, marveling at hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birds before visiting the top of Murchison Falls.
- Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4: Explore Lake Albert & Fishing Villages
Transfer to Lake Albert, where you’ll visit local fishing villages and learn about traditional fishing practices. Optionally, take a boat ride on the lake.
- Accommodation: Lake Albert Safari Lodge or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5: Journey to Kibale National Park
Travel through Uganda’s scenic countryside towards Kibale Forest, known as the “Primate Capital of the World.”
- Accommodation: Turaco Treetops or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 6: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Swamp Walk
Head into Kibale Forest for an exciting chimpanzee trek, where you’ll observe their playful interactions. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided swamp walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, home to colorful birdlife and monkeys.
- Accommodation: Turaco Treetops or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 7: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, following the stunning Rwenzori Mountain Range.
- Accommodation: Buffalo Safari Lodge or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 8: Game Drive & Boat Safari on Kazinga Channel
Set off on a morning game drive, spotting lions, elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes. Later, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, home to hippos, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species.
- Accommodation: Buffalo Safari Lodge or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 9: Search for Tree-Climbing Lions in Ishasha
Head to Ishasha sector, a remote part of Queen Elizabeth National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions. Enjoy an afternoon game drive before relaxing at the lodge.
- Accommodation: Ishasha Wilderness Camp or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 10: Scenic Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Leave the savannah behind as you drive through the Kigezi Highlands, known as the “Switzerland of Africa,” reaching Bwindi Impenetrable Forest by evening.
- Accommodation: Mutanda Lake Resort or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 11: Gorilla Trekking – The Ultimate Experience
Venture deep into Bwindi’s rainforest for a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure. Spend an hour observing a gorilla family in their natural habitat.
- Optional Upgrade: Gorilla Habituation Experience (Spend four hours with gorillas for an additional $900 per person)
- Accommodation: Mutanda Lake Resort or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 12: Relax at Lake Bunyonyi
Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s deepest lake, known for its stunning scenery and island-dotted waters. Enjoy a canoe ride or relax at your lodge.
- Accommodation: Arcadia Lodge or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 13: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Head to Lake Mburo National Park, a small but wildlife-rich park home to zebras, giraffes, and elands.
- Accommodation: Mihingo Lodge or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 14: Walking Safari & Wildlife Viewing
Enjoy a guided walking safari, getting up close to wildlife like zebras and impalas. Optionally, take a bike safari or a boat cruise on Lake Mburo.
- Accommodation: Mihingo Lodge or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 15: Return to Entebbe via the Equator
Drive back to Entebbe, stopping at the Equator for photos and a visit to the Mpigi Royal Drum Makers, where you’ll see traditional drum-making techniques.
- Accommodation: Hotel Number 5 or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 16: Shoebill Stork Tracking at Mabamba Wetlands
Head to Mabamba Swamp, a prime location to spot the elusive shoebill stork, one of Africa’s most sought-after birds. Return to your hotel for relaxation.
- Accommodation: Hotel Number 5 or Similar
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 17: Departure – End of Safari
After breakfast, transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your flight home.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
✔ 4×4 safari vehicle with an experienced driver-guide
✔ All accommodation (twin-sharing basis)
✔ All meals except in cities where only B&B is provided
✔ Gorilla & chimpanzee trekking permits
✔ Park entry fees & boat safaris
✔ Game drives & guided nature walks
✔ Drinking water throughout the safari
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED
❌ International flights
❌ Visas and travel insurance
❌ Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
❌ Optional activities and personal expenses
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