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Our 10-day trip brings you the highlights of Western Uganda: where the savannah meets the rainforest. Expect to see the animals of the savannahs (lion, elephant, buffalo, hippo, leopard) and up to 14 primate species, including gorillas and chimps!!!
This trip specifically includes the well-known national parks of Western Uganda: Kibale Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi National Park and Lake Mburo National Park.
Location: Entebbe
Arrival at Entebbe Airport. Your guide will be there waiting for you. Pick up and proceed to your accommodation.
Included: Airport transfer
Accommodation:
| Accommodation Options | Meal Plan |
|---|---|
| Via Via Guesthouse | BB |
| Jet Villas | BB |
| Hotel No5 | BB |
Distance: 360 km
Driving time: 6 hours
After breakfast we drive to Kibale Forest. When we reach the forest it is possible to see monkeys on the way. You can make a walk around the community in the afternoon (optional).
Kibale Forest is a spectacular jungle and is best known as Primates Capital of the World. In Kibale Forest live 13 primate species! Including chimps, baboons, black and white colobus, red colobus, grey cheeked mangabey and L’Hoest monkey.
Accommodation:
| Accommodation Options | Meal Plan |
| Turaco Treetops – standard room | HB |
| Guereza Canopy Lodge | HB |
| Chimpundu Lodge | FB |
Chimpanzee tracking in the morning or in the afternoon. It is a fascinating experience event to come face to face with our closest relatives.
Depending on the time of the chimpanzee tracking, we will go for the Bigodi Swamp Walk before or after the chimpanzee tracking. During this walk through the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, you will see many birds and primates.
Included:
Accommodation:
| Accommodation Options | Meal Plan |
| Turaco Treetops – standard room | HB |
| Guereza Canopy Lodge | HB |
| Chimpundu Lodge | FB |
Distance: 160 km
Driving time: 4 hours
Transfer to the Queen Elizabeth National Park. On our way we pass the equator. Game drive in the afternoon.
Queen Elizabeth National Park is one of the best places in Uganda to see lions. Expect to see elephants, lions, many hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes and leopards.
Included: Game drive
Accommodation:
| Accommodation Options | Meal Plan |
| Kasenyi Safari Camp | HB |
| Elephant Hab | HB |
| Park View Safari Lodge | — |
Game drive in the morning. Boat trip on the Kazinga Channel in the afternoon.
The Kazinga Channel is one of the highlights of Uganda and has the highest concentration of hippos.
Included:
Accommodation:
| Accommodation Options | Meal Plan |
| Kasenyi Safari Camp | HB |
| Elephant Hab | HB |
| Park View Safari Lodge | — |
Distance: 100 km
Driving time: 3 hours
After breakfast we drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park to the Ishasha sector in the South. Game drive in the afternoon.
Ishasha is famous for its tree climbing lions. The other attraction of Ishasha are the Topis, not found anywhere else in this National Park.
Included: Game drives
Accommodation:
| Accommodation Options | Meal Plan |
| Ishasha Jungle Lodge | HB |
| Embogo Lodge | HB |
| Ishasha Wilderness Tented Camp | FB |
Distance: 65 km, 2 hours / 150 km, 5 hours
Early morning game drive in Ishasha. Afterwards we drive to Bwindi Impenetrable. On our way we pass through interesting villages and have some breath-taking views of the mountains.
Bwindi Impenetrable is a unique jungle, with many monkey species. Bwindi is one of the 2 places in the world where you can find Mountain Gorillas.
The lodge in Bwindi we use and driving time to Bwindi depends on the group of gorillas you will track.
Included: Game drive
Accommodation: Depends on the group of gorillas you will be tracking (FB).
Early morning departure with your ranger to search for one of the world’s most interesting and endangered animal, the Mountain Gorilla! You will spend one hour with one of our closest relatives. An experience you will never forget.
Accommodation: Depends on the group of gorillas you will be tracking (FB).
Distance: 145 km
Driving time: 4 hours
After breakfast we drive to Lake Mburo National Park. Game drive or optional boat trip on the lake in the afternoon. In the evening we make a night game drive with high chances of seeing leopards.
Lake Mburo is one of the 2 national parks with zebras and the only national park with impalas in Uganda. There are no elephants and lions, so walking safaris are possible.
Included:
Accommodation:
| Accommodation Options | Meal Plan |
| Rwakobo Rock | HB |
| Kigarama Wilderness Lodge | HB |
| Mihingo Lodge | FB |
| Kigambira Safari Lodge | FB |
Distance: 320 km
Driving time: 5 hours
Game walk in the morning or game drive. Transfer to Entebbe afterwards. On our way back, we make a stopover at the Equator for photos. Transfer to the airport for your departure.
Included: Game walk or game drive
Flight: End of service
| Code | Meaning |
| BB | Bed and Breakfast |
| HB | Half Board (breakfast, dinner) |
| FB | Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, dinner) |
Depending on the group of gorillas you will be tracking, we will choose where to sleep in Bwindi. There are 4 areas for Gorilla tracking in Bwindi: Buhoma, Ruhija, Nkuringo and Rushaga.
| Area | Lodge |
| Buhoma | Buhoma Haven Lodge (HB) |
| Ruhija | Bakiga Lodge (HB) |
| Nkuringo | Orugano Bwindi Lodge (HB) |
| Rushaga | Rushaga Gorilla Camp (HB) / Kaara Gorilla Mountain Lodge (HB) |
| Area | Lodge |
| Buhoma | Mahogany Springs (FB) |
| Ruhija | Kiho Gorilla Safari Lodge (FB/) |
| Nkuringo | Gorilla Heights Lodge (FB) |
| Rushaga | Gorilla Leisure Lodge (FB) / Four Gorillas Lodge (FB) |
| Private Group Size | Price Per Person | Vehicle |
| 6 persons | USD 1,960 | 4×4 Safari Van |
| 4 persons | USD 2,115 | 4×4 Safari Van |
| 2 persons | USD 2,540 | 4×4 Safari Van |
| Cost Item | Price |
| Gorilla Tracking in Uganda | USD 800 per person |
| Single room supplement | USD 355 |
| 4×4 Jeep surcharge – group of 2 & 3 persons instead of a 4×4 Van | USD 420 |
| 4×4 Jeep surcharge – group of 4, 5 & 6 persons instead of a 4×4 Van | USD 600 |
Some lodges may ask for seasonal surcharges for the Easter and Christmas Holidays.
| Private Group Size | Price Per Person | Vehicle |
| 6 persons | USD 3,760 | 4×4 Jeep |
| 4 persons | USD 3,985 | 4×4 Jeep |
| 2 persons | USD 4,500 | 4×4 Jeep |
| Cost Item | Price |
| Gorilla Tracking in Uganda | USD 800 per person |
| Single room supplement | USD 955 |
Some lodges may ask for seasonal surcharges for the Easter and Christmas Holidays.
For visitors traveling to Uganda, it is mandatory to apply for a visa online:
| Requirement | Details |
| Visa or permit type | Visa |
| Category | Uganda Ordinary/Tourist Visa |
| Subcategory | Single entry |
| Cost | USD 50 |
| Requirement | Details |
| Visa or permit type | Visa |
| Category | East Africa Tourist Visa |
| Subcategory | East Africa Tourist Visa |
| Cost | USD 100 |
| Participating countries | Uganda, Rwanda and Kenya |
You can pay your visa online or pay on arrival.
When you send the form you will immediately receive a tracking code. This code helps you to keep track of how far your application has progressed.
The Ugandan authorities will send you a letter in the email after they have approved your application. Please check your SPAM folder too.
Print this letter and bring it with you when you arrive at Entebbe International Airport or at the overland border.
You need this letter to get your visa or to purchase the entree visa there for USD 50 (Uganda) or USD 100 (East Africa or Multi Entry).
Some nationalities do not require a visa, please check this in advance.
It is your own responsibility to get a visa to Uganda. However, we are happy to help you, so please let us know when you have any problems inquiring your visa.
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