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7 Days from$2700 p/p in USD -
DeparturesYear Round
Destinations
Uganda,
Tour Type
Guided, Large Group, Small Group
Safari Standard
Mid Range
Tour Overview
An exciting 7-day Uganda adventure that gives you the chance to see Africa’s greatest wildlife including the big-five, mountain gorillas and chimpanzees. Discover the typical rugged bush and open plains that is synonymous with an African safari while adding in the dense jungle and rainforest exploration while on your primate trekking experiences. Enjoy animal sightings from a 4×4 vehicle, by boat and by foot while also getting to learn about the local way of life on a cultural tour. An epic 7-day trip that really has it all.
General Information
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Safari types:Big Five Safari, Chimpanzee Safari, Gorilla Safari, Guided Safari, Primate Safari, Trekking Safari, Walking Safari, Wildlife Safari
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You will visit:Bwindi Impenetrable NP, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kibale National Park, Lake Mburo, Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary
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Wildlife:Birds, Mountain Gorilla, Zebra, Antelope, Forest Pig, Hippo, Crocodile, Oribi, Black & White Colobus, Giraffe, Topi, Waterbuck, Big Five
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Activities:Game Drive, Walking Safari, Trekking, Boat Cruise, Birding, Cultural Experience
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Getting around:4x4 Safari Vehicle
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Start/end:Start/end in Entebbe
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Minimum age:12
Price Per Person – USD
From USD 2,700 per person
What's Included
- Accommodation & meals
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Bottled drinking water throughout the safari
- Professional English speaking guide
- Game drives & airport transfers
- Park entrance fees & government taxes
What's Excluded
- Flights & visas
- Travel & medical insurance
- Beverages (soft drinks & alcohol)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, tips, etc.)
- Additional accommodation before/after the safari
- Government imposed increased in taxes/ park fees
Disclaimer
- This itinerary is owned and delivered by ‘Vibrant Holiday Safaris‘
- All prices are ‘From’ and may vary at the time of booking
- Display price is usually based on two people sharing
- ‘Vibrant Holiday Safaris‘ reserves the right to change the content and price of the itinerary
- All itineraries are subject to availability
Day by Day Overview
You will be picked up in Entebbe from the airport or your hotel and begin your journey to the Kibale National Park. Depending on the time of your arrival, you will have the option to go on a crater lakes excursion, exploring the beauty of the lake shores surrounded by rolling hills and stunning views. Later you will make your way back to camp for a delicious dinner.
Overnight: Rweteera Safari Park | Meals: lunch & dinner | Transfer time: 5-6 hours
Enjoy some breakfast and proceed to the Bigodi Wetlands for the chance to discover the extensive array of biodiversity that exists there. There are several primate species including the black and white colobus monkeys, red-tailed monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys and baboons. The Bigodi is also a paradise for bird lovers. You will then depart the wetland, heading for Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in time for lunch and a short rest before heading out for a game drive in the park. You will enjoy many wonderful wildlife sightings and a pristine African sunset before heading back to camp for dinner.
Overnight: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge | Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner | Transfer time: 2-3 hours
Today you will head out on your chimpanzee trekking experience in the Kyambura Gorge for the chance to seek out one of the habituated chimp families and discover a host of other primates along the trek. Thereafter you will return to the camp for a rest and some lunch. A boat ride on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lake George and Lake Edward is planned for the afternoon for the chance to see some animals from a different perspective as they seek out some water in the heat of the day. Enjoy sightings of hippo, elephant and crocodile among many others.You will then have a late afternoon game drive before returning to the lodge for dinner.
Overnight: Irungu Forest Safari Lodge | Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner | Transfer time: n/a
Head out for an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains before returning to the lodge and then make your way to Ishasha in search of the famous tree-climbing lions. Enjoy this unique wildlife experience before departing for the Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, arriving in the late afternoon.
Overnight: Broadbill Forest Camp | Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner | Transfer time: 6 hours
After breakfast, you will receive a briefing before heading into the jungle in search of the mountain gorillas. Explore the beauty of the rainforest, making your way through the wet, dense forest. The time taken to find the gentle giants will vary depending on their movements and whereabouts, but the trek is always worth the time. You will get to spend an hour in their presence for the chance to observe their behaviour and gentle nature. You will then return to your lodge for a delicious meal and a well deserved rest. In the evening, you will have the chance to explore a nearby village to learn about the local community and how they live in this wild place.
Overnight: Broadbill Forest Camp | Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner | Transfer time: n/a
After breakfast you will set off for Lake Mburo National Park, via Mbarara City. You will arrive with time for a rest before heading out for a late afternoon game drive. You will search for the herds of eland, Africa’s largest antelope among many other magnificent animals. You will then make your way back to camp for dinner.
Overnight: Hyena Hill Lodge | Meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner | Transfer time: 4-5 hours
Enjoy an early breakfast before heading out for a bush walk for the chance to explore the African wilderness on foot and a final chance to search for some of the animals you have yet to see. Take a trail to the top of the hills and see Lake Mburo from above. The vantage point offers great views of nine of the twelve lakes. You will then return to camp before heading back to Entebbe, marking the end of your trip.
Meals: breakfast & lunch | Transfer time: 4 hours
