2025 15-Day Gorillas, Chimps and Big 5 Safari Tour

Embark on a thrilling 2025 15-day gorillas adventure through Uganda’s most iconic wildlife destinations. This safari combines the excitement of tracking mountain gorillas and chimpanzees with game drives in search of Africa’s famous Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos. Discover the diverse landscapes, cultures, and wildlife of Uganda on this unforgettable journey.2520 15 day gorillas, chimps and big 5.

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe, Uganda

• Afternoon: Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where a representative from World Blossom Safaris will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy some leisure time to relax or explore Entebbe.
• Evening: Enjoy a welcome dinner and briefing about the safari tour.

Accommodation: Protea Hotel Entebbe / Lake Victoria Serena Resort
Meals: Dinner

Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

• Morning: After breakfast, depart for Murchison Falls National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through Uganda’s lush countryside, with a stopover at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking on foot.
• Afternoon: Have lunch en route and continue to the park. Upon arrival, check in at your lodge.
• Evening: Relax and enjoy the views of the Nile River as it flows through the park.(2025 15-Day Gorillas

Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Game Drive and Boat Safari on the Nile

• Morning: Embark on an early morning game drive on the northern bank of the Nile. Look for lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and various antelope species in the savannah.
• Afternoon: Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls. Spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birdlife, including the rare shoebill stork.
• Evening: Optional hike to the top of Murchison Falls for stunning views and photo opportunities. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Paraa Safari Lodge / Pakuba Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

• Morning: After breakfast, depart for Kibale Forest National Park, the primate capital of the world.
• Afternoon: Enjoy lunch en route and continue through the scenic landscapes of Western Uganda, with views of the Rwenzori Mountains.
• Evening: Arrive at Kibale Forest National Park, check in at your lodge, and relax. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Accommodation: Primate Lodge Kibale / Chimpanzee Forest Guest House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Wetland Walk

• Morning: After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before setting out on a guided chimpanzee tracking experience. Follow the trails through the dense forest as you search for chimpanzees and other primates like red colobus monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, and black-and-white colobus.
• Afternoon: Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a guided walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for its rich birdlife, including the Great Blue Turaco, and other primates.
• Evening: Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Primate Lodge Kibale / Chimpanzee Forest Guest House
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

• Morning: Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before departing for Queen Elizabeth National Park. The drive offers beautiful views of the Rwenzori Mountains.
• Afternoon: Arrive at the park and have lunch at your lodge.
• Evening: Go for an evening game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, where you can spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, and a variety of antelope species.

Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Enganzi Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Game Drive and Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel

• Morning: Embark on an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains. Keep an eye out for predators such as lions and leopards, as well as elephants, buffaloes, and warthogs.
• Afternoon: Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lake Edward and Lake George. The channel is famous for its high concentration of hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of water birds.
• Evening: Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Mweya Safari Lodge / Enganzi Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

• Morning: After breakfast, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the endangered mountain gorillas. The drive takes you through the scenic Ishasha sector, known for its tree-climbing lions.
• Afternoon: Enjoy a packed lunch and continue your journey to Bwindi.
• Evening: Arrive at the park, check in at your lodge, and relax. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge / Gorilla Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 9: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

• Morning: After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking. Then, set off on your trek through the dense forest to find one of the gorilla families. Once you find them, spend an unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
• Afternoon: Return to the lodge for a late lunch and relaxation.
• Evening: Enjoy a community walk or a visit to the Batwa community for a cultural experience. Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Buhoma Lodge / Gorilla Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 10: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

• Morning: Enjoy breakfast before departing for Lake Bunyonyi, one of the most beautiful and deepest lakes in Africa, surrounded by terraced hills.
• Afternoon: Arrive at Lake Bunyonyi and check in at your lodge. Enjoy a leisurely lunch with stunning lake views.
• Evening: Relax or take a boat ride to explore some of the 29 islands on the lake. Dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Accommodation: BirdNest @ Bunyonyi Resort / Arcadia Cottages
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 11: Relaxation and Canoeing on Lake Bunyonyi

• Morning: After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing day at Lake Bunyonyi. You can go swimming, bird watching, or take a canoe ride to explore the islands.
• Afternoon: Have lunch at the lodge and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
• Evening: Optional visit to a local community or hike up the surrounding hills for panoramic views of the lake. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: BirdNest @ Bunyonyi Resort / Arcadia Cottages
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 12: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

• Morning: After breakfast, depart for Lake Mburo National Park. The park is known for its savannah landscape and wildlife such as zebras, impalas, elands, and giraffes.
• Afternoon: Arrive at the park and check in at your lodge. Enjoy lunch and some relaxation.
• Evening: Go for an evening game drive or a guided walking safari to explore the park’s wildlife.

Accommodation: Mihingo Lodge / Rwakobo Rock
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 13: Game Drive and Boat Ride on Lake Mburo

• Morning: After an early breakfast, embark on a game drive to spot various wildlife species, including impalas, topis, zebras, and buffaloes.
• Afternoon: Return to the lodge for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride on Lake Mburo to see hippos, crocodiles, and various bird species.
• Evening: Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Mihingo Lodge / Rwakobo Rock
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 14: Return to Entebbe

• Morning: After breakfast, depart for Entebbe. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Ugandan countryside, with a stopover at the Equator for photo opportunities and souvenirs.
• Afternoon: Have lunch en route and continue to Entebbe.
• Evening: Arrive in Entebbe and check in at your hotel. Enjoy a farewell dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation: Protea Hotel Entebbe / Lake Victoria Serena Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 15: Departure

• Morning: Enjoy breakfast at the hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some time to explore Entebbe or relax.
• Afternoon: Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.

Meals: Breakfast

Inclusions:

• Airport transfers
• Accommodation as per itinerary
• road transfers
• Gorilla and chimpanzee trekking permits
• Game drives and park entrance fees
• Guided activities and cultural visits
• Professional English-speaking guide

Exclusions:

• International flights
• Visa fees
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses (tips, souvenirs, etc.)
• Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

Join World Blossom Safaris for an unparalleled 2025 15-Day Gorillas adventure exploring Uganda’s incredible wildlife and landscapes!