10 Days Uganda Safari – Big Five, Gorillas & Chimpanzees

Overview

This 10 Days Uganda Safari combines Big Five game viewing, Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi, Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest, spectacular landscapes, cultural experiences, and boat safaris along Uganda’s most iconic national parks. Ideal for travelers seeking a complete Uganda wildlife and primate adventure.

Safari Highlights

• Big Five wildlife safari in Murchison Falls National Park

• Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest National Park

• Game drives & Boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park

• Tree-climbing lions in Ishasha Sector

• Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

• Relax at Lake Bunyonyi (“The Switzerland of Africa”)

• Walking safari at Lake Mburo National Park

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Kampala

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, meet your driver-guide and transfer to your hotel in Kampala.
Accommodation: Forest Cottages / Cassia Lodge / Similar

Day 2: Kampala – Murchison Falls National Park & Top of the Falls

Depart for Murchison Falls National Park with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track the White Rhinos, completing your Big Five experience. Continue to the park and visit the Top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile squeezes through a 7m gorge.
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Murchison River Lodge / Similar

Day 3: Game Drive & Nile Launch Cruise – Murchison Falls

Early morning game drive searching for lions, elephants, giraffes, leopards, buffaloes, and more.
Afternoon boat cruise to the base of the waterfalls — watch hippos, Nile crocodiles, and aquatic birds.
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Murchison River Lodge

Day 4: Murchison Falls – Kibale Forest National Park

Drive through the Albertine Rift Valley with beautiful views and local community scenery en route to Kibale Forest, the Primate Capital of the World.
Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge / Turaco Treetops

Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Swamp Community Walk

Start your day with Chimpanzee Tracking inside Kibale Forest National Park.

Meet the human-like primates up-close.
Later, take a community nature walk in Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary.
Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge / Turaco Treetops

Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park & Boat Cruise

Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park for a scenic game drive enroute.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on Kazinga Channel, famous for hippos, crocodiles, and elephants along the shore.
Accommodation: Buffalo Safari Lodge / Parkview Safari Lodge

Day 7: Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Drive to the Ishasha Sector known for tree-climbing lions resting in fig trees.

Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to over half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas.
Accommodation: Gorilla Mist Camp / Bakiga Lodge / Ride 4 a Woman

Day 8: Gorilla Trekking Experience – Lake Bunyonyi Relaxation

After briefing, head into the rainforest for the unforgettable Gorilla Trekking experience.

Spend one full hour with a Mountain Gorilla family.
Later transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.
Accommodation: Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort / BirdNest / Similar

Day 9: Lake Bunyonyi – Lake Mburo National Park

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park, the smallest savanna park and home to zebras, eland, impala, and giraffes.

Afternoon walking safari.
Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock / Eagle’s Nest Lodge

Day 10: Morning Safari – Return to Kampala / Entebbe (Departure)

Enjoy a final morning game drive before returning to Entebbe for your departure flight.

Included

• Accommodation & meals as per itinerary

• 4×4 Safari Vehicle + Professional English-speaking guide

• Gorilla Permit (USD 800 per person)

• Chimpanzee Permit (USD 250 per person)

• All park entrance fees

• Boat cruises & game drives

Excluded

• International flights

• Tips

• Alcoholic drinks

• Personal expenses