Safari Overview
This 7-day Uganda safari explores the best wildlife destinations in western Uganda. The journey combines rainforest primates, savannah wildlife, and the world-famous mountain gorillas.
Highlights include chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park, classic African wildlife safaris in Queen Elizabeth National Park, a scenic Kazinga Channel boat safari, and the once-in-a-lifetime experience of gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Quick Facts:Duration: 7 Days Parks: Kibale, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi Activities: Chimpanzees & Gorillas Wildlife: Lions, Elephants, Hippos Start/End: Entebbe or Kampala
Best Time for This Safari
Uganda safaris and primate trekking are possible throughout the year.
✅ Best Conditions:- June – September
- December – February
- March – May → Lush scenery and fewer tourists
- October – November → Great birdwatching
7 Day Safari Price
| Safari Style | Price Per Person |
|---|---|
| Budget Lodges Simple safari camps |
$2,300 – $2,700 |
| Midrange Lodges Comfortable safari lodges |
$2,800 – $3,800 |
| Luxury Lodges Premium safari lodges |
$4,200 – $6,000+ |
✔ Park fees included
✔ Gorilla trekking permit
✔ Chimpanzee trekking permit
✔ Professional safari guide
✔ 4x4 safari vehicle
✔ Accommodation & meals
✔ Drinking water
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 — Entebbe / Kampala → Kibale Forest
Your Uganda adventure begins with pickup from Entebbe or Kampala followed by a scenic drive west to Kibale Forest National Park. The route passes tea plantations, crater lakes, and beautiful countryside.
Arrive in the afternoon and relax at your lodge near Kibale Forest.
Day 2 — Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest
Today you will experience chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest. After a briefing by park rangers, you will hike through the rainforest searching for chimpanzee families.
Once found, enjoy a memorable hour observing these fascinating primates in their natural habitat.
Day 3 — Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast depart Kibale and drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park. In the afternoon enjoy a scenic boat safari along the Kazinga Channel.
This waterway is famous for its large populations of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, and birds.
Day 4 — Game Drives in Queen Elizabeth
Spend the day exploring Queen Elizabeth National Park on morning and afternoon game drives.
Wildlife sightings may include lions, elephants, buffalo, antelope, hyenas, and many bird species.
Day 5 — Queen Elizabeth → Bwindi Forest
After breakfast travel toward Bwindi Impenetrable Forest via the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions.
Arrive in Bwindi in the afternoon and prepare for the next day’s gorilla trekking adventure.
Day 6 — Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
Today is the highlight of your safari — gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
After a briefing by park rangers, trek through the forest to locate a family of endangered mountain gorillas. Once found, you will spend one unforgettable hour observing them.
Day 7 — Return to Entebbe / Kampala
After breakfast begin the scenic return journey to Entebbe or Kampala with stops along the way.
End of an unforgettable Uganda wildlife and primate safari.
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