Uganda Primate and Wildlife Adventure

After an early breakfast, explore the northern region of Murchison, known for its abundance of savannah wildlife. Enjoy observing and photographing elephants, buffalos, waterbucks, giraffes, Uganda kob, lions, and possibly leopards, along with a variety of bird species.

Head back to your lodging for lunch as you prepare for a 3-hour boat ride to the base of the falls. This journey is often considered the highlight of the safari in Murchison Falls, offering a chance to see aquatic wildlife up close. Cruise past large pods of hippos, crocodiles, and numerous water birds along the northern bank en route to the impressive waterfalls. Be sure to bring your camera to capture countless photos.

If you wish, you can also take a hike to the top of the falls. Although it’s a challenging trek, the exhilaration of reaching the summit is unforgettable - don’t miss it if you can help it! Return to your accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

After enjoying breakfast at your lodging, you can either drive to the top of the falls for a breathtaking view (if you didn’t hike) or head straight to Kibale Forest National Park.

Kibale is renowned for its diverse primate population, including chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, mangabeys, and red-tailed monkeys. During your chimpanzee trek, you'll often spot these animals swinging through the trees or feeding on wild fruits. Once you arrive, you will have a brief check-in at your accommodation before having dinner and resting for the night.

Today, get ready for an exciting adventure with primates! Kibale Forest National Park is home to the largest variety of primate species in the world, including chimpanzees. With around 5,000 wild chimpanzees in Uganda, it’s an ideal location for spotting them! An experienced ranger will guide you on a chimp tracking expedition in the morning.

The day starts at 8:00 AM with a briefing on the rules for trekking to see the chimpanzees, after which you’ll go on your search in the forest. Once you find the chimpanzees, you’ll have a full hour to observe them. Afterward, you’ll return to the lodge for lunch before heading to Queen Elizabeth National Park. You’ll arrive in the evening and spend the night at your chosen accommodation.

On this day, you will go on a game drive and a boat trip along the Kazinga Channel. In the early morning, you'll set out on a game drive through the park, where you'll be treated to stunning views of the plains, valleys, and terraced hills, as well as a wide array of wildlife including reedbuck, bushbuck, kob, warthogs, elephants, lions, buffaloes, and more. Take a break to enjoy lunch served at the lodge.

In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lake Edward and Lake George. This channel is home to numerous hippos and Nile crocodiles, along with various bird species that inhabit the reed-lined shores, such as pelicans, kingfishers, saddle-billed storks, and occasionally crowned cranes. You'll return to your accommodation in time for dinner.

Start your day with breakfast before heading to Bwindi National Park via the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, renowned for its tree-climbing lions. There’s about a 70% chance of seeing these lions, although they can be difficult to find, especially when they’re in the grasslands hunting for prey. If you’re lucky enough to spot them, it will be an amazing experience!

Continue your journey to Bwindi National Park, which is a major habitat for mountain gorillas in Uganda, home to around 400 of these magnificent creatures - approximately half of the global population. The park features several habituated groups that can be tracked. Its misty hills are covered by one of Uganda's oldest and most biologically diverse rainforests, which has existed for over 25,000 years and is home to nearly 400 plant species.

As you prepare for a demanding day ahead, upon arrival at Bwindi, you’ll have a lighter schedule: simply check into your accommodation and take some time to relax in anticipation of the gorilla trekking adventure the next day.

Following an early breakfast and a briefing from a ranger guide, you'll go on your adventure into the gorilla sanctuary. The rainforest's beauty is breathtaking, featuring steep, densely forested landscapes interspersed with numerous animal trails that provide access for visitors.

The duration of your trek and the terrain will depend on the movements of the gorillas. Once you find a group, you'll have the privilege of spending an hour in their presence. The experience of observing these gentle and endangered creatures is truly thrilling and one to be cherished.

Afterward, return to your lodge for lunch before checking out for your transfer to Lake Bunyonyi. This picturesque lake is surrounded by lush, terraced hills that rise between 2,200 and 2,478 meters, but its true charm lies in the 29 islands of various shapes and sizes scattered across the water — you could easily spend all day admiring them.

Following an early breakfast, we will head to Entebbe for your return flight home. Along the way, we'll make a stop at the Equator for some photos and a 'polar-water experiment,' as well as visit local craft shops and fruit markets.

We expect to arrive in Entebbe by evening in time for your flight home.

Meal plan: Breakfast Lunch.