7-Day Uganda Primates Trekking and Murchison Falls Safari

Tour Overview

Embark on a 7-day adventure exploring Uganda’s incredible wildlife and primates. Begin at Murchison Falls National Park, famous for its dramatic waterfalls and abundant wildlife, including lions, elephants, and giraffes. Next, head to Kibale Forest National Park for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience, then continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park to enjoy game drives and scenic landscapes. The journey reaches its pinnacle in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, where you’ll trek to encounter the magnificent mountain gorillas. Conclude your safari with a peaceful stay at Lake Bunyonyi before returning to Entebbe International Airport. This itinerary perfectly combines wildlife, adventure, and breathtaking scenery for an unforgettable Ugandan experience.

Cost Includes

  • Park Entrance Fees
  • Gorilla permits and Chimp Permits
  • All Transportations
  • All Meals & Accommodations
  • A professional Driver / Guide
  • Drinking water

Cost Excludes

  • International Airfare
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Drinks other than Water

Tour Plan

Day 1: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Upon arrival at Entebbe Airport, your guide from Jango Gates Adventures will welcome you. Begin the journey to Murchison Falls National Park, stopping at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an hour of thrilling rhino tracking. Enjoy lunch in Masindi before continuing to the park. Spot wildlife such as lions, giraffes, buffaloes, and elephants. Bird enthusiasts can look for shoebill stork and Goliath heron. Check in at Parkside Safari Lodge for a relaxing evening.
Accommodation: Parkside Safari Lodge
Day 2: Game Drive and Boat Trip to Murchison Falls
Start the day with a morning game drive across the plains, observing predators and herbivores. Return to the lodge for lunch, then embark on a boat trip to the base of Murchison Falls, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds. For the adventurous, hike to the top of the falls for panoramic views. Return to the lodge for the evening.
Accommodation: Parkside Safari Lodge
Day 3: Game Drive and Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Enjoy a final game drive in Murchison Falls to spot any missed wildlife before traveling to Kibale Forest National Park. Check in at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge, then take a guided walk in Bigodi Swamp, home to over 200 bird species and eight primate species including red colobus monkeys. Return to the lodge for the night.
Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Day 4: Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Track habituated chimpanzees in Kibale Forest for an hour, observing their playful behaviors. Afterward, travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park and check in at Elephant Hab Lodge to relax and prepare for the next day’s wildlife adventures.
Accommodation: Elephant Hab Lodge
Day 5: Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Start the morning with a game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, spotting elephants, lions, and leopards. Later, transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to endangered mountain gorillas. Check in at Rushaga Gorilla Lodge for the night.
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Day 6: Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
After a ranger briefing, trek through Bwindi’s dense forest in search of a gorilla family. Spend an hour observing these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. Capture memories with photos before returning to Rushaga Gorilla Lodge for relaxation.
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Day 7: Return to Entebbe Airport
Enjoy breakfast before driving back to Entebbe Airport. The scenic journey includes stops for lunch and photos along the way. Arrive in time for your departure flight, concluding this unforgettable safari adventure with Jango Gates Adventures.
Accommodation: None (End of tour)
Note: Accommodations are subject to availability and may change based on travel dates. Advance booking is recommended.
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