Enjoy this unforgettable 9 Days Luxury Uganda Wildlife Safari Adventure, where raw beauty meets refined luxury. This hand-crafted itinerary is designed for discerning travelers who seek extraordinary wildlife encounters, gorilla and chimpanzee tracking, Big Five game viewing, and rich birdlife, paired with exclusive accommodations and world-class hospitality. From the lush rainforests of Kibale and Bwindi to the golden savannahs of Queen Elizabeth and the remote, rugged wilderness of Murchison Falls, this luxury safari showcases the very best of Uganda in comfort, style, and authenticity.
Detailed Itinerary.
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your private safari guide and transferred in a luxury vehicle to your elegant hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy optional activities such as a boat cruise on Lake Victoria, a visit to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens, or a relaxing spa treatment at your lodge. In the evening, indulge in a gourmet welcome dinner featuring organic local ingredients and Ugandan culinary flair.
Accommodation: Hotel No.5, Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa, The Boma Hotel.
Meals: (Lunch, Dinner).
Day 2: Fly to Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, take a scenic domestic flight or private transfer to Kibale Forest National Park, home to the highest density of primates in Africa. On arrival, check in to your luxury forest lodge nestled among crater lakes or tea plantations. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided Bigodi Wetland Walk, a fascinating ecotourism project where you’ll spot monkeys, colorful birds, and engage with the local community. Enjoy a fine three-course dinner and stargazing from your veranda.
Accommodation: Kyaninga Lodge, Ndali Lodge, Chimpundu Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
Rise early for an exhilarating chimpanzee tracking expedition. Led by experienced guides, trek into the dense forest to observe these highly intelligent and social primates in their natural habitat. Witness their interactions, hear their vocalizations, and learn about their behaviors in this immersive encounter. After lunch back at the lodge, relax or opt for a Crater Lake hike or village visit before enjoying another gourmet meal in the heart of Uganda’s primate capital.
Accommodation: Kyaninga Lodge, Ndali Lodge, Chimpundu Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Today, drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most diverse ecosystems. Travel through scenic landscapes of rolling hills, banana plantations, and views of the Rwenzori Mountains. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and a short rest. In the late afternoon, head out for your first game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, where lions, elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes roam. Return to your lodge for sundowners and a luxurious dinner under the stars.
Accommodation: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Elephant Plains Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 5: Kazinga Channel Boat Safari & Wildlife Encounters
After a sunrise breakfast, head out for a morning game drive through Queen Elizabeth’s varied habitats, looking for leopards, hyenas, and large herds of Uganda kob. After lunch, enjoy an exclusive luxury boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a wildlife-rich waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. Watch elephants, hippos, crocodiles, and over 600 bird species congregate at the water’s edge perfect for photography and quiet observation. Return to the lodge for an evening of relaxation and fine dining.
Accommodation: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Elephant Plains Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 6: Transfer to Bwindi via the Ishasha Sector – Tree-Climbing Lions
After breakfast, embark on a game drive through the Ishasha Sector, a remote and scenic part of the park famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a picnic lunch en route before continuing to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, home to nearly half the world’s mountain gorillas. Arrive at your luxury lodge in the late afternoon, surrounded by misty rainforest and the serene sounds of nature. Rest and prepare for tomorrow’s life-changing experience.
Accommodation: Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Bwindi Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 7: Gorilla Trekking Experience
Today is the highlight of your safari: gorilla trekking in Bwindi. After a briefing at the park headquarters, set off with experienced trackers into the dense forest to locate a habituated gorilla family. Trek times vary, but once located, you’ll spend a magical hour observing these gentle giants as they feed, play, and interact. It’s a humbling and emotional experience, capped by a certificate ceremony back at the base. Return to your lodge for a massage, celebratory drink, and a gourmet dinner by firelight.
Accommodation: Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Bwindi Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 8: Fly to Murchison Falls National Park
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before transferring to the Kihihi Airstrip for a scenic flight to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s oldest and largest park. Upon arrival, you’ll be met and driven to your lodge with sweeping views of the Nile or savannah plains. After lunch and leisure time, take an optional evening game drive or sundowner boat cruise. Enjoy a sumptuous dinner while listening to the distant roar of the falls.
Accommodation: Baker’s Lodge, Chobe Safari Lodge, Nile Safari Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 9: Morning Game Drive – Departure
After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive through the Buligi Peninsula, spotting giraffes, lions, elephants, and more. Midday, embark on a luxury boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls, where the Nile crashes through a narrow gorge with breathtaking force. Optional hike to the top of the falls is available for the adventurous. Return to the lodge for lunch before being transferred to the airstrip for your return flight to Entebbe. If time permits, a farewell dinner or day room can be arranged before your international flight.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch).
End of the 9 Days Luxury Uganda Wildlife Safari Adventure.
The 9 Days Luxury Uganda Wildlife Safari Adventure cost includes;
- 1 Gorilla Permit per person.
- 1 Chimpanzee Permit per person.
- Transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle.
- Accommodation and meals as per the itinerary.
- Services of a professional English-speaking tour guide.
- Wildlife game drive.
- Park entrance fees.
- Airport transfers.
- Tour guide allowances.
- Bottled water in the car.
- Relevant government taxes.
However, the tour cost excludes; International air fare, visa fees, personal travel and medical insurance, tips to local guides, souvenirs, alcoholic drinks, personal shopping bills and items not listed as included in the cost.