From Mist to Savannah: The Great Apes and Big Five Safari

Begin your day with breakfast before making your way to the park headquarters for an in-depth briefing on gorilla trekking guidelines. Accompanied by knowledgeable rangers, you'll trek through the lush forest in pursuit of one of the habituated gorilla families.

When you locate them, you'll have up to an hour to observe these magnificent creatures—truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Afterward, head back to your lodge for some much-needed relaxation. You'll spend the night at Travelers Rest Hotel or a comparable accommodation.

Following breakfast in the morning, proceed to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park at Ntebeko for Golden Monkey Trekking.

Afterwards, enjoy a scenic drive through the beautiful Kigezi highlands and Ankole farmlands en route to Queen Elizabeth National Park, taking in stunning views of the Virunga Volcanoes along the way.

Upon arrival, check into your lodge and later choose between a game drive or a leisurely boat trip, depending on the time of your arrival. Overnight stay at Bush Lodge or a similar accommodation.

Start your day with an early morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains, an excellent area for observing lions, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, and other wildlife.

In the afternoon, take a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, renowned for its rich variety of wildlife and bird species, such as hippos, crocodiles, and African fish eagles.

Spend the night at Bush Lodge or a comparable accommodation.

Following a goodbye game drive and breakfast, head north to Bugoma Forest and the peaceful Clarke Farm and Coffee Lodge.

Relax in the calm countryside, enveloped by coffee plantations and gentle hills. This is one of Uganda's finest coffee farms, featuring a range of coffee varieties.

Spend the night at The Coffee Lodge or a comparable accommodation.

Experience a complete day of coffee immersion at Clarke Farm. Uncover the story behind Uganda's premium beans, tracing their path from seed to cup during a guided tour of the farm. Engage in interactive activities such as coffee roasting and tasting.

In the afternoon, wander through picturesque trails, partake in forest walks, bike rides, or unwind with delicious farm-to-table meals.

Stay overnight at the coffee lodge or a comparable accommodation.

After breakfast, set off for Bugoma Forest to go on your first chimpanzee trekking adventure.

Accompanied by knowledgeable guides, stroll beneath the dense forest canopy in search of our nearest genetic relatives.

Following the trek, proceed to the town of Hoima for an overnight stay at Mica Eco Resort or a similar accommodation.

After breakfast, head to Budongo Forest for another chance to trek with chimpanzees, allowing you to explore and compare two distinct ecosystems.

Afterwards, travel to Murchison Falls National Park, making a stop to admire the impressive falls where the Nile River squeezes through a narrow gorge.

You'll spend the night at Pakuba Safari Lodge or a similar accommodation.

Begin your day with an exciting game drive through the park's savanna, where you could see giraffes, lions, leopards, elephants, and various antelope species.

In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Nile to the foot of Murchison Falls, observing hippos, crocodiles, and diverse birdlife during the journey.

Spend the night at Pakuba Safari Lodge or a comparable accommodation.

Following an early breakfast, set off for Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to enjoy a guided walking experience tracking rhinos, rounding out your Big Five adventures.

Proceed to Entebbe, where your guide will take you to the airport or your chosen destination. This concludes your safari.