Uganda is a country of dramatic landscapes, rich culture, and unparalleled wildlife experiences. This 11 Days Ultimate Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari takes you deep into the Pearl of Africa, where you will track gorillas and chimpanzees in lush forests, explore savannahs teeming with the Big Five, and enjoy world-class birding and cultural encounters. Carefully crafted for the luxury traveler, the itinerary includes elegant lodges, fine dining in the wild, and seamless service throughout your journey. From the roar of Murchison Falls to the misty highlands of Bwindi, this is the ultimate adventure in Uganda.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by a Wanderwort Safaris representative and transferred to your luxury hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a guided walk through the Botanical Gardens or simply relax by Lake Victoria.
Accommodation options: Hotel No.5, Protea Hotel by Marriott Entebbe, Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort and Spa
Meals: (Dinner)
Day 2: Entebbe – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast, begin your journey north to Murchison Falls National Park. Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided walk to see the endangered white rhinos. Continue to the top of the falls where the mighty Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge before plunging into the Devil’s Cauldron, creating one of the most powerful waterfalls in the world. Arrive at your lodge in the evening.
Accommodation options: Nile Safari Lodge, Chobe Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 3: Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise
Rise early for a sunrise game drive across the northern savannah, home to lions, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, and antelopes. Birders will enjoy spotting species like the Abyssinian ground hornbill. In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise along the Nile to the base of the falls where hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds gather. End the day with sundowners overlooking the river.
Accommodation options: Nile Safari Lodge, Chobe Safari Lodge, Paraa Safari Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 4: Murchison Falls – Kibale National Park
After breakfast, depart for Kibale National Park, driving through lush countryside and tea plantations. Arrive in the evening at your luxury lodge set against the backdrop of crater lakes or tropical forest.
Accommodation options: Kyaninga Lodge, Papaya Lake Lodge, Primate Lodge Luxury Cottages
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Wetland Walk
Today you will head into Kibale Forest for chimpanzee tracking. Watching them swing through the trees and interact is an exhilarating experience. In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for birdlife such as the great blue turaco and papyrus gonolek, along with monkeys and butterflies. Return to your lodge for an evening of comfort and fine dining.
Accommodation options: Kyaninga Lodge, Papaya Lake Lodge, Primate Lodge Luxury Cottages
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 6: Kibale – Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park with a stopover at the crater lakes region. Arrive at your lodge overlooking the plains or the Rwenzori Mountains. Relax at leisure and prepare for your game drives.
Accommodation options: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge, Katara Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 7: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Enjoy a morning game drive in Kasenyi plains, an area rich with lions, leopards, elephants, and Uganda kob. In the afternoon, cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you will see one of the world’s largest concentrations of hippos, alongside buffalo and elephants. Birders can expect to see pelicans, kingfishers, and fish eagles.
Accommodation options: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge, Katara Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 8: Queen Elizabeth – Ishasha Sector Tree-Climbing Lions
After breakfast, transfer to the Ishasha sector, famous for its unique population of tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a relaxed game drive through the fig tree-dotted savannah in search of these rare lions and other wildlife such as topis and buffalo.
Accommodation options: Ishasha Wilderness Camp, Enjojo Lodge Luxury Tents, Savannah Resort Hotel
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 9: Ishasha – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After a morning drive in Ishasha, continue to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Settle into your luxury forest lodge surrounded by misty hills and lush greenery.
Accommodation options: Bwindi Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Mahogany Springs Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 10: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Today is the highlight of your safari. After a briefing from park rangers, trek into Bwindi’s dense forest to find a gorilla family. Spending an hour in their presence is a truly transformative experience. Later, return to your lodge to relax with views of the forest canopy.
Accommodation options: Bwindi Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Mahogany Springs Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Day 11: Bwindi – Entebbe – Departure
After breakfast, drive back to Entebbe with a stop at the Equator for photography and souvenir shopping. You will be transferred to Entebbe International Airport in time for your departure flight.
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.