Overview:
This safari blends the unforgettable experience of meeting mountain gorillas in the misty jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with exciting game drives and boat cruises in Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to tree-climbing lions, elephants, hippos, and hundreds of bird species. It’s the perfect balance of adventure, scenery, and relaxation. 6 Day Gorilla and Game Safari.
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe and Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Your guide will meet you at Entebbe International Airport or your hotel in Entebbe for an early morning start. You’ll travel through Uganda’s lush countryside, rolling hills, and traditional villages, with a lunch stop along the way.
Arrive in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to almost half the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Check in at your lodge, enjoy dinner, and rest ahead of your gorilla adventure.
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi
After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing from experienced rangers. You’ll then trek into the dense forest to locate your allocated gorilla family — an exhilarating journey that can take 2–6 hours.
Once found, spend one magical hour watching the gorillas feed, play, and interact in their natural habitat. This is one of the most profound wildlife encounters on earth. Return to your lodge for relaxation and a well-earned dinner.
Accommodation: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth National Park (Ishasha Sector)
Today, you’ll transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, passing through the Ishasha sector, known for its unique tree-climbing lions. If lucky, you may spot these majestic cats lounging in fig trees.
Arrive at your lodge in time to relax and enjoy the savannah sunset.
Accommodation: Irungu Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Game Drive and Boat Cruise on the Kazinga Channel
Start the day with an early iled to look for elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, lions, and leopards. The park is also a birdwatcher’s paradise with over 600 recorded species.
In the afternoon, take a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, where you’ll see large pods of hippos, basking crocodiles, and an array of waterbirds.
Accommodation: Irungu Safari Lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Return to Entebbe
After breakfast, start your journey back to Entebbe, stopping for lunch en route. You’ll also have the chance to experience the Uganda Equator, where you can take photos and learn about the Coriolis effect.
Accommodation: 2 Friends Beach Hotel (Entebbe)
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
Day 6: Departure
Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your hotel. If time allows, you can explore Entebbe’s craft markets or visit the botanical gardens before your airport drop-off, marking the end of your safari. 6 Day Gorilla and Game Safari.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
What’s Included
- Gorilla trekking permit (Uganda Wildlife Authority)
- Park entry fees for all mentioned parks
- All game drives and boat cruises
- Accommodation as listed (full board)
- Transport in a 4×4 safari vehicle with English-speaking driver/guide
- Bottled drinking water during transfers and activities
What’s Not Included
- International flights
- Visa fees (East Africa Tourist Visa recommended)
- Travel insurance
- Tips and personal expenses
- Alcoholic and soft drinks
- Optional activities not listed
What to Pack
- Valid passport & necessary visas
- Long-sleeved shirts and trousers (neutral colors)
- Sturdy hiking boots
- Rain jacket or poncho
- Face masks (for primate encounters)
- Insect repellent
- Hat, sunscreen & sunglasses
- Camera & binoculars
- Daypack with water & snacks
- Light sweater/jacket for cool mornings and evenings
- Personal medication
