This 6 Days Uganda Wildlife and Gorilla Safari with Wanderwort Safaris offers the perfect blend of Uganda’s thrilling savannah game drives and the once-in-a-lifetime experience of gorilla trekking. From the open plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park to the misty mountains of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, you will encounter lions, elephants, hippos, and the endangered mountain gorillas. Carefully selected luxury lodges, expert guides, and personalized service ensure that this safari is as comfortable as it is adventurous.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be met by a Wanderwort Safaris representative who will transfer you to your luxury hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at the hotel, enjoy a spa treatment, or take a short excursion to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or Lake Victoria shores.
Accommodation options: Hotel No.5, Protea Hotel by Marriott Entebbe, Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort and Spa
Meals: (Dinner)
Day 2: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, drive or fly to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most famous parks known for its rich wildlife and beautiful landscapes. Upon arrival, check in at your luxury lodge and later head out for an evening game drive through the Kasenyi plains, where lions, elephants, and large herds of Uganda kob are often seen.
Accommodation options: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge, Katara Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Wake up early for a sunrise game drive across the vast savannah. Expect sightings of buffalo, elephants, warthogs, and possibly leopards. In the afternoon, enjoy a luxury boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famous for its dense hippo population, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife including kingfishers and fish eagles. Return to your lodge in the evening for a relaxing sundowner.
Accommodation options: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge, Katara Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After breakfast, drive through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, well-known for its tree-climbing lions. Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to more than half of the world’s mountain gorillas. Arrive at your lodge set amidst breathtaking views of misty hills and lush forest, the perfect base for your gorilla trekking experience.
Accommodation options: Bwindi Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Mahogany Springs Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Today is the highlight of your safari. After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on a guided gorilla trek. Hike through thick forest and rugged terrain until you meet a family of mountain gorillas. Spend an unforgettable hour observing them in their natural habitat before returning to your lodge. In the evening, relax by the fireplace or enjoy a massage at your lodge.
Accommodation options: Bwindi Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Mahogany Springs Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6: Return to Kampala – Departure
After breakfast, check out and drive back to Entebbe, with a stop at the Uganda Equator for photographs and souvenirs. Depending on your flight time, you may enjoy a dayroom at a luxury hotel before your airport transfer. This marks the end of your unforgettable 6-day Uganda Wildlife and Gorilla Safari with Wanderwort Safaris.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch)
- Airport Transfers.
- 1 Gorilla Permit per person.
- 1 Chimpanzee Permit per person.
- Accommodation and Meals as per the itinerary.
- Services of an English-speaking Tour Guide.
- Park Entrance Fees.
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Tour Guide Allowances.
- Ranger Fees.
- Bottled Water in the car.
The tour cost excludes; International air fare, Visa fees, personal travel insurance, tips to local guides, souvenirs, personal shopping bills, laundry, alcoholic drinks and items not listed as included in the cost.