20 Days Ultimate Uganda Grand Circle Safari – Wildlife, Gorillas, Big Five & Cultural Experience

This 20 Days Uganda Grand Circle Safari is the ultimate Uganda holiday, taking you through the country’s top national parks, Big Five destinations, gorilla trekking in Bwindi, chimpanzee tracking in Kibale, and unforgettable cultural encounters across Uganda.
It is designed for travelers seeking a complete Uganda Safari Experience, combining wildlife, nature, adventure, and culture.

Key Highlights Include

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest

Big Five viewing in Murchison Falls & Queen Elizabeth

Exploring Kidepo Valley – Africa’s most remote wilderness

Relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi

Cultural tours with local communities

Game drives, boat cruises, nature walks & crater lake views

Detailed Day-by-Day Itinerary.

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Kampala

Arrive at Entebbe International Airport and meet your driver-guide.

Transfer to your hotel in Kampala for rest and safari briefing

Day 2: Kampala – Transfer to Jinja

Drive to Jinja, the adventure capital of East Africa.

Visit the Source of the Nile or enjoy optional activities like quad biking or horseback riding

Day 3: Jinja Activities – Transfer to Sipi Falls

Optional morning white-water rafting (or relaxed exploration),

Then drive to the scenic Sipi Falls region for a nature walk

Day 4: Sipi Falls Exploration – Coffee Tour

Hike the three waterfalls with a local guide and enjoy a coffee tour on the slopes of Mt. Elgon

Day 5: Sipi – Transfer to Kidepo Valley National Park

Travel north to the remote Kidepo Valley National Park, one of Africa’s most unspoiled ecosystems

Day 6: Full-Day Game Drive in Kidepo Valley

Explore Narus and Kidepo Valleys in search of lions, elephants, buffalo herds, cheetahs, and breathtaking savannah views

Day 7: Cultural Visit – Karamojong Community Experience

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Karamojong warriors, known for traditional dances and pastoral heritage

Day 8: Kidepo – Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Drive to Murchison Falls, Uganda’s largest national park and home to the Big Five

Day 9: Game Drive & Nile River Boat Cruise

Morning game drive to spot lions, giraffes, elephants, and more.

Afternoon Nile boat cruise to the base of the falls

Day 10: Top of the Falls – Transfer to Kibale Region

Visit the Top of the Falls for stunning views, then travel toward Fort Portal near Kibale Forest

Day 11: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Continue to Kibale Forest, home of Uganda’s largest chimpanzee population

Day 12: Chimpanzee Trekking – Bigodi Wetland Visit

Trek into the forest for chimpanzee tracking, then visit Bigodi Wetland, known for birds and primates

Day 13: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for diverse wildlife and tree-climbing lions

Day 14: Morning Game Drive – Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Game drive in Kasenyi Plains, followed by a Kazinga Channel boat cruise to view hippos, buffalo, elephants, and crocodiles

Day 15: Ishasha Sector – Transfer to Bwindi

Head to the Ishasha Sector to search for tree-climbing lions, then continue to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

Day 16: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

Embark on the unforgettable Gorilla Trekking experience in Bwindi’s misty rainforest

Day 17: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi – Relaxation

Travel to scenic Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation, canoeing, and island viewing

Day 18: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park – Evening Game Drive

Continue to Lake Mburo National Park, home to zebras, impalas, and elands

Day 19: Walking Safari – Transfer to Entebbe

Enjoy a walking safari, then return to Entebbe for your final night

Day 20: Departure Day

Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your flight home

Inclusions

All accommodation (budget/midrange/luxury)

Transport in 4×4 safari vehicle

Professional English-speaking guide

All park entry fees

Gorilla trekking permit

Chimpanzee tracking permit

All activities listed

Drinking water in vehicle

Exclusions

International flights

Uganda Visa

Optional activities

Alcoholic drinks

Tips & personal expenses