10 Days Gorillas & Big Game Safari

After breakfast, your driver-guide will meet you for a safari briefing before you begin your journey north towards Murchison Falls National Park.
The route passes through Luweero and Nakasongola before continuing towards Masindi. Depending on the timing, you may have a stop in the Luweero area before continuing to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
At Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, you will participate in a guided rhino tracking experience on foot. Accompanied by trained guides, you will learn about the sanctuary's rhino conservation program and have an opportunity to observe southern white rhinoceros in a natural setting.
After the rhino experience, you will continue to Masindi for lunch before proceeding towards Murchison Falls National Park.
Upon entering the park, you will visit the Top of Murchison Falls. Here, the power of the Nile becomes particularly dramatic as the river is forced through a narrow gorge before continuing downstream.
You will enjoy spectacular views, listen to the thunderous sound of the water and appreciate the surrounding landscape before continuing to your lodge.
After checking in, you will have dinner and overnight.
Accommodation Options
Luxury: Entikko Safari LodgeMid-range: Fort Murchison, Pakuba Safari Lodge, Sambiya River LodgeBudget: Red Chilli Rest Camp, Heritage Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

You will wake up early for a morning game drive in the northern sector of Murchison Falls National Park.
The early morning is an excellent time to explore the savannah while wildlife is active. Depending on the area and conditions, you may encounter elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, hartebeest, waterbuck, warthogs, antelopes and other wildlife.
There may also be opportunities to encounter predators such as lions and leopards, although sightings are never guaranteed.
After the game drive, you will return to the lodge for lunch and some relaxation.
In the afternoon, you will head to the Nile for a boat cruise along the Victoria Nile towards the base of Murchison Falls.
From the water, you can observe hippos and crocodiles, while elephants, buffaloes and other animals may be seen approaching the river to drink. The riverbanks also provide excellent birdwatching opportunities.
After the cruise, you will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Same as previous day.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, you will check out and begin the long journey towards Kibale Forest National Park in western Uganda.
The journey takes you through Uganda's countryside, with views of rural communities, plantations, agricultural landscapes and changing terrain.
Depending on the route and weather conditions, you may enjoy views towards the Rwenzori Mountains as you approach western Uganda.
You will have lunch en route, after which you will continue towards Fort Portal and Kibale Forest.
Upon arrival, you will check into your lodge and have time to relax before the following day's chimpanzee trekking experience.
Accommodation Options
Luxury: Ndali Lodge, Primate Lodge, Kyaninga LodgeMid-range: Turaco TreetopsBudget: Chimp Nest
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, you will transfer to the Kibale Forest National Park briefing point for registration and a briefing by the park guides.
You will then enter the forest with experienced guides and trackers in search of chimpanzees.
Kibale is one of Uganda's most important primate destinations, and the forest is home to chimpanzees as well as numerous other primate species.
During the trek, you may encounter black-and-white colobus monkeys, red colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, grey-cheeked mangabeys, blue monkeys, baboons and other forest wildlife. Birdwatchers can also look out for species including the Great Blue Turaco and other forest birds.
Once chimpanzees are located, you will have the permitted viewing time to observe them in their natural environment. You may see them feeding, climbing through the canopy, calling, grooming, resting and interacting with members of their community.
After the trek, you will return to the lodge for lunch.
In the afternoon, you will visit the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-managed wetland near Kibale Forest.
The guided walk provides an opportunity to explore the wetland ecosystem while searching for primates, birds, butterflies and other wildlife. Depending on conditions, you may encounter several primate species and wetland animals.
Bigodi is particularly attractive to birdwatchers, with a variety of forest and wetland species inhabiting the area.
After the walk, you will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Same as previous day.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, you will leave Kibale Forest and travel towards Queen Elizabeth National Park.
The journey provides beautiful views of western Uganda, including the foothills and landscapes associated with the Rwenzori Mountains, often referred to as the Mountains of the Moon.
As you approach Queen Elizabeth National Park, you will begin wildlife viewing along the route. Depending on the area and wildlife movements, you may encounter elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, antelopes and potentially lions or other predators.
You will continue towards the Mweya area and check into your lodge.
After lunch, you will have time to relax and explore the lodge surroundings before dinner and overnight.
Accommodation Options
Luxury: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Elephant Plains Lodge, Katara LodgeMid-range: Buffalo Safari Lodge, Marafiki Safari Lodge, Acacia Wilderness LodgeBudget: Bush Lodge, Hippo Hill Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After an early breakfast, you will head out for a morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains.
The open savannah landscape is an important habitat for Uganda kob and other wildlife. During the drive, you may also encounter elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, waterbuck, bushbuck and other antelopes.
Predators such as lions and leopards may also be encountered depending on wildlife movements and the season.
After the game drive, you will return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.
In the afternoon, you will enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, one of the most popular wildlife experiences in Queen Elizabeth National Park.
The channel connects Lake George and Lake Edward and attracts large concentrations of hippos and other wildlife.
From the boat, you can observe hippos in the water and crocodiles along the banks, while elephants, buffaloes and other animals may be seen drinking along the shoreline.
The cruise is also an excellent birdwatching opportunity, with many water-associated species found along the channel.
After the cruise, you will return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Same as previous day.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

You will wake up early for another game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, giving you an opportunity to search for wildlife that may not have been seen during the previous drives.
Alternatively, depending on availability, timing and your interests, you may choose to participate in chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge as an optional activity.
After lunch, you will continue towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, travelling through the Ishasha sector.
Ishasha is particularly known for its famous tree-climbing lions, which are sometimes seen resting in the branches of large trees overlooking the plains. You will have an opportunity to search for these lions as you travel through the sector, although sightings cannot be guaranteed.
The route then continues towards the Bwindi area, with beautiful views of the southwestern Ugandan countryside.
Upon arrival, you will check into your lodge, relax and prepare for the following day's gorilla trekking experience.
Accommodation Options
Luxury: Mahogany Springs, Chameleon Hill Lodge, Silverback Lodge, Buhoma LodgeMid-range: Gorilla Mist Camp, Bakiga Lodge, Ichumbi Gorilla Safari LodgeBudget: Ruhija Gorilla Friends Camp, Rushaga Gorilla Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After an early breakfast, you will transfer to the appropriate park headquarters for the gorilla trekking briefing.
Park guides and trackers will introduce you to the trekking rules and responsible gorilla-viewing guidelines before you enter the forest.
The trek takes place in Bwindi's dense montane forest and can involve steep, muddy and uneven terrain. The duration varies depending on the location and movement of the gorilla group assigned to you.
Your guides and trackers will lead you through the forest in search of the gorillas.
Once the gorillas are located, you will spend the permitted viewing time observing them in their natural habitat. You may see them feeding, resting, grooming, playing and interacting with members of their group.
This close encounter provides an opportunity to learn about mountain gorillas and the conservation efforts protecting them.
After the gorilla experience, you will trek back to the park headquarters and meet your driver-guide before returning to the lodge.
You will have dinner and overnight at your lodge.
Accommodation: Same as previous day.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

After breakfast, you will check out and begin the journey back to Kampala.
The drive takes you through the scenic southwestern countryside. Depending on the route, you will travel through the Kigezi Highlands, famous for their rolling hills, cultivated slopes and beautiful landscapes.
You will have an en-route lunch in or around Mbarara before continuing towards Kampala.
Upon arrival in Kampala, your guide will drop you off at your hotel or another agreed location.
This marks the end of your 10 Days Gorillas & Big Game Safari, combining Uganda's major wildlife landscapes with rhino tracking, chimpanzee trekking and mountain gorilla trekking.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch