Discover the very best of Uganda’s wilderness and biodiversity on this 8-day luxury safari combining intimate primate encounters and classic savannah game viewing. This immersive journey takes you through Uganda’s most iconic parks, Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth National Park, and the ancient Bwindi Impenetrable Forest offering unforgettable moments with chimpanzees, mountain gorillas, and the Big Five. With private expert guides, personalized service, and elegant accommodations at every stop, this luxury safari is crafted for travelers who want both adventure and indulgence while uncovering the ecological treasures of the Pearl of Africa.
Detailed Itinerary.
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be met by your private guide and transferred in a luxury vehicle to your boutique hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy optional excursions like a boat cruise on Lake Victoria, a guided stroll through the Entebbe Botanical Gardens, or a sunset cocktail at your lodge. Settle in with a welcome dinner showcasing locally inspired gourmet cuisine and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Accommodation: Hotel No.5, Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa, The Boma Hotel.
Meals: (Lunch, Dinner).
Day 2: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
After breakfast, embark on a scenic flight or chauffeured luxury transfer to Kibale Forest National Park, often called the “Primate Capital of the World.” Arriving in the charming town of Fort Portal, you’ll drive through tea plantations and lush highlands to your luxury lodge. Enjoy lunch with views of the forest canopy or crater lakes, followed by an afternoon excursion to Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a birder’s paradise and home to monkeys, otters, and vibrant local culture. Return to your lodge for a chef-prepared dinner by candlelight.
Accommodation: Kyaninga Lodge, Ndali Lodge, Chimpundu Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest
Start your day with an early breakfast before heading into the dense Kibale Forest for chimpanzee tracking, led by expert Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Hike through towering trees and tangled vines in search of a habituated chimp family. Upon finding them, observe their fascinating social behaviors as they play, forage, and swing overhead. After this life-changing experience, enjoy a relaxed lunch back at the lodge. The afternoon is free for optional activities such as a crater lake hike, community visit, or spa treatment.
Accommodation: Kyaninga Lodge, Ndali Lodge, Chimpundu Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 4: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Following a leisurely breakfast, set off on a scenic drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s premier savannah reserve. Pass through the Rwenzori Mountains and rural countryside, arriving at your lodge in time for lunch. In the late afternoon, enjoy your first game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, where lions, elephants, and herds of Uganda kob roam beneath the golden light of dusk. End the day with a luxurious dinner and drinks around the fire pit.
Accommodation: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Elephant Plains Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 5: Game Viewing & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Begin your day with a sunrise game drive through the savannah plains, spotting leopard, hyena, and large herds of antelope. Return to the lodge for breakfast and relaxation before heading out in the afternoon for a luxury boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famed for its dense population of hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds. The proximity to wildlife on the banks is ideal for photography and close encounters. As the sun sets over the water, enjoy a scenic cruise back followed by a sumptuous dinner.
Accommodation: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Elephant Plains Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 6: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
After breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to nearly half the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. En route, pass through the Ishasha Sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a picnic lunch and game viewing before continuing into the forested mountains of Bwindi. Arrive at your luxury lodge perched on the edge of the forest, and spend the evening relaxing in preparation for your gorilla adventure.
Accommodation: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Bwindi Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 7: Gorilla Trekking Experience
After an early breakfast, report to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on your mountain gorilla trek. Accompanied by expert trackers and rangers, hike through thick foliage, steep hills, and bamboo-covered slopes in search of a habituated gorilla family. Once located, spend a breathtaking hour observing these gentle giants an emotional and awe-inspiring wildlife encounter.
After the trek, return to your lodge for a well-deserved rest, spa treatment, or storytelling session with a local guide or Batwa community elder.
Accommodation: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Bwindi Lodge, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 8: Fly Back to Entebbe – Departure
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast and then transfer to Kihihi Airstrip for your scheduled domestic flight to Entebbe. Depending on your international flight time, you may be treated to a day room and farewell lunch at one of Entebbe’s lakeside hotels or do some last-minute shopping at a local crafts market. You will be transferred to Entebbe International Airport in time for your departure flight, ending your luxurious Ugandan adventure.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch).
End of the 8 Days Uganda Primates and Wildlife Safari.
The 8 Days Uganda Primates and Wildlife Safari 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.