πŸ’ Primate Safaris

12-Day Uganda Wildlife, Primate & Gorilla Safari

From Shoebill wetlands and rhino tracking to chimpanzees, big cats and a mountain gorilla encounter.

πŸ“… 12 Days πŸ‘₯ 1–10 People πŸƒ Moderate Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬Uganda πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¬

About This Journey

Experience Uganda on a private 12-day, 11-night journey from Entebbe through papyrus wetlands, savannah, the Nile and ancient rainforest. Search for the Shoebill at Mabamba, track rhinos at Ziwa, visit Murchison Falls, trek chimpanzees in Kibale, explore Queen Elizabeth National Park and finish with a mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi. The return journey brings a walking safari in Lake Mburo and an Equator stop. Accommodation is hand-picked premium lodges, boutique hotels and safari camps, selected to match availability and the final safari budget.

Highlights

β—† Mabamba Swamp boat excursion in search of the Shoebill
β—† On-foot rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
β—† Murchison Falls visit, game drives and Nile boat cruise
β—† Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest and Bigodi community experience
β—† Kazinga Channel cruise and wildlife drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
β—† Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
β—† Lake Mburo game drive and ranger-guided walking safari
β—† Equator stop on the return to Entebbe

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Day 1

Arrive in Entebbe

Meet your private safari guide, transfer to your hand-picked hotel and relax; dinner according to arrival time.

Day 2

Mabamba Swamp and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Explore papyrus channels by canoe in search of the Shoebill, then track rhinos on foot with conservation guides. Overnight at Ziwa.

Day 3

Ziwa to Murchison Falls National Park

Visit the falls and viewpoints, then enjoy an evening game drive.

Day 4

Murchison Falls wildlife and Nile boat safari

Morning game drive, Nile cruise toward the base of the falls, and an afternoon game drive.

Day 5

Murchison Falls to Kibale Forest

Morning wildlife drive, then travel south through changing landscapes to Kibale and settle in at your lodge.

Day 6

Chimpanzee trekking and Bigodi community

Trek in Kibale Forest with experienced trackers, then visit Bigodi Wetland for a guided walk and local cultural experiences.

Day 7

Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Travel to the park, cruise the Kazinga Channel between Lake Edward and Lake George, then enjoy an evening game drive.

Day 8

Queen Elizabeth to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Morning game drive; optional lion or leopard tracking is available at extra cost, subject to arrangements. Continue to Bwindi.

Day 9

Gorilla trekking

Trek with ranger guides to a habituated mountain gorilla family and spend approximately one hour observing them; trek duration depends on the gorillas and terrain.

Day 10

Bwindi to Lake Mburo National Park

Enjoy a relaxed morning, travel to Lake Mburo and, depending on arrival time, take a ranger-guided walking safari.

Day 11

Lake Mburo to Entebbe via the Equator

Morning game drive, stop at the Equator for lunch, photographs and crafts, then continue to Entebbe.

Day 12

Entebbe city and departure

Enjoy breakfast and, depending on flight time, a short city experience before transfer to Entebbe International Airport.

βœ“ Included

  • βœ“Private safari vehicle throughout the journey
  • βœ“Professional English-speaking private safari guide
  • βœ“Entebbe airport transfers
  • βœ“11 nights in hand-picked hotels, lodges and camps
  • βœ“Meals as specified in the itinerary
  • βœ“Mabamba Swamp and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary experiences
  • βœ“Murchison Falls visit, game drives and Nile boat cruise
  • βœ“Kibale chimpanzee trekking and Bigodi community experience
  • βœ“Banana beer and weaving experiences
  • βœ“Queen Elizabeth game drives and Kazinga Channel boat cruise
  • βœ“Bwindi gorilla trekking permit
  • βœ“Lake Mburo game drive and walking safari where applicable
  • βœ“Equator stop
  • βœ“Park and activity fees specified in the final quotation
  • βœ“Drinking water in the safari vehicle
  • βœ“Applicable government taxes and service charges included in the final quotation

βœ— Not Included

  • βœ—International flights and visa fees
  • βœ—Travel insurance, medical expenses, vaccinations and medication
  • βœ—Alcoholic beverages, premium drinks and personal beverages
  • βœ—Laundry, tips, gratuities and personal shopping
  • βœ—Optional activities, including experiential lion and leopard tracking
  • βœ—Services not specifically listed under What’s Included
  • βœ—Additional expenses resulting from traveller-requested changes
  • βœ—Any increase in government or park fees after confirmation, where applicable

πŸŽ’ What to Bring

  • β€’Lightweight clothing
  • β€’Waterproof jacket
  • β€’Comfortable hiking trousers and long sleeves for gorilla trekking
  • β€’Sturdy closed hiking shoes
  • β€’Extra camera batteries and memory cards
  • β€’Rain protection for cameras
  • β€’Personal medication and any required vaccinations

From

On Request

per person (subject to group size)

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