Gorilla & Wildlife Combo Safari – 7 Days
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Safari Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 7-day adventure through Uganda’s most iconic wildlife destinations. This safari combines the once-in-a-lifetime experience of trekking endangered mountain gorillas in the dense forests of Bwindi with thrilling wildlife encounters in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
From tracking chimpanzees in tropical forests to searching for tree-climbing lions in Ishasha and cruising along the famous Kazinga Channel, this safari offers the perfect blend of primate encounters and classic African wildlife experiences.
Safari Highlights
✨ Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
✨ Chimpanzee tracking experience
✨ Search for the famous tree-climbing lions of Ishasha
✨ Kazinga Channel boat cruise
✨ Big game viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park
✨ Scenic crater lakes and mountain landscapes
✨ Comfortable lodge accommodation throughout the safari
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Amenities
Recommended Packing List
- Comfortable hiking boots
- Long-sleeved shirts and trousers
- Rain jacket
- Gardening gloves for gorilla trekking
- Camera and binoculars
- Insect repellent
- Hat and sunglasses
- Personal medications
Day 1: Arrival in Uganda – Transfer to Hotel
Upon arrival at the airport, you will be met by your safari guide and transferred to your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala.
Depending on your arrival time, relax at the hotel or enjoy an optional city tour.
Meal Plan
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Budget: ViaVia Entebbe
- Mid-range: Boma Hotel
- Luxury: Protea Hotel Entebbe
Day 2: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Drive through beautiful countryside, tea plantations, and traditional villages. Stop at the Equator for photographs and refreshments.
Arrive at the park in the evening and check into your lodge.
Meal Plan
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Bush Lodge
- Tembo Safari Lodge
- Pumba Safari Cottages
Day 3: Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Begin the day with an early morning game drive through the Kasenyi Plains.
Possible Wildlife Sightings
- Lions
- Elephants
- Buffaloes
- Uganda kobs
- Hyenas
- Warthogs
After lunch, enjoy a boat safari on the famous Kazinga Channel.
The channel hosts one of Africa’s highest concentrations of hippos and numerous bird species.
Meal Plan
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 4: Chimpanzee Tracking – Ishasha Sector
After breakfast, proceed for chimpanzee tracking in either:
- Kyambura Gorge
- Kalinzu Forest Reserve
Track chimpanzees through lush tropical forests while learning about their behavior and habitat.
After lunch, transfer to the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions.
Enjoy an evening game drive searching for lions resting on giant fig trees.
Meal Plan
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 5: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
The drive offers spectacular views of rolling hills, terraced farms, and local communities.
Arrive at Bwindi in the afternoon and relax while preparing for the next day's gorilla trekking adventure.
Meal Plan
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Rushaga Gorilla Camp
- Broadbill Forest Camp
- Bakiga Lodge
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking Experience
Today is the highlight of your safari.
After an early breakfast, report to the park headquarters for a briefing by park rangers before beginning your gorilla trek.
The trek may take anywhere from 2 to 8 hours depending on the location of the gorilla family.
Once located, you will spend one unforgettable hour observing these magnificent primates in their natural habitat.
Gorilla Trekking Experience Includes
- Park ranger briefing
- Guided forest trek
- One hour with the gorillas
- Conservation education
- Photography opportunities
Return to the lodge for relaxation and celebration.
Meal Plan
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 7: Return to Kampala / Entebbe
After breakfast, check out and begin your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe.
Enjoy lunch en route and make brief stopovers for shopping and photography.
Arrival is expected in the evening.
Meal Plan
- Breakfast
- Lunch
Included
✅ Gorilla trekking permit
✅ Chimpanzee tracking permit
✅ 4x4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
✅ Professional English-speaking safari guide
✅ Park entrance fees
✅ Game drives
✅ Kazinga Channel boat cruise
✅ Accommodation for 6 nights
✅ Meals as indicated in the itinerary
✅ Bottled drinking water during safari
Excluded
❌ Uganda visa fees
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Personal expenses
❌ Tips and gratuities
❌ Alcoholic and soft drinks
