Adventure Safari
9 Days Uganda Premier Expedition
Entebbe, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Depart
9 Days, 8 Nights
Price From $0.00
Overview
Uganda, often referred to as the "Pearl of Africa," offers a truly unique and diverse safari experience that distinguishes it from its East African neighbors. While it may not have the vast open plains and sheer density of herds seen in the Serengeti or Maasai Mara, its premier safaris focus on primates, unique landscapes, and a more intimate, less crowded wildlife encounter.
Arrive: Entebbe, Uganda
Depart: Entebbe, Uganda
Highlights
- Kibale National Park - often referred to as the "Primate Capital of the World," is a must-visit destination in western Uganda, renowned globally for its exceptional chimpanzee tracking and incredible primate diversity. It offers a rich, immersive forest experience that complements the savannah safaris of other Ugandan parks.
- Bwindi ImpenetrableNational Park - arguably the most famous and important safari destination in Uganda. Its name, "Impenetrable," hints at the dense, ancient rainforest that covers its steep ridges and valleys, making it a challenging but incredibly rewarding place to explore.
- Entebbe - a charming and historically significant town in Uganda, located on a peninsula in Lake Victoria, just a short drive from the capital, Kampala. It's most known for being the site of Uganda's only international airport (EBB), making it the primary entry and exit point for travelers.
Itinerary: 9 Days Uganda Premier Expedition
On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, our appointed agent will pick and transfer you to the Best Western Premier, Entebbe for the night. The rest of the day is yours to enjoy, either relaxing at the hotel or exploring this vibrant East African city.
Take a scenic drive through rolling hills dotted with tea estates to Kibale National Park, one of the most varied tracts of tropical forest in Uganda. Known for its 300 bird species and population of chimpanzees, Kibale is home to 11 primate species. You may also spot mangabeys and a vast array of butterflies. Arrive at Chimpundu lodge, check in, lunch.
Chimpanzee treks are one of the starlight activities at Kibale National Park - The chimpanzees feed high in the trees, so binoculars are a must. Barks of baboons occasionally pierce the forest silence as you make your way along the trail. Take a guided walk in the wildlife-rich Bigodi Forest swamp, an excellent chance to view birds, sitatunga, mongooses, bush pigs, otters and bushbucks.
Chimpundu Lodge offers Luxury cottage accommodation and an array of authentic Kibale Forest and Kibale National Park experiences in a lush indigenous setting. You can enjoy the true African experience and impeccable service offered by Chimpundu Lodge and Spa. Spend time relaxing with family and friends at the bar, enjoy memorable meals at the restaurant or at the swimming pool gazebo, or simply spend time reading a novel in the comfortable lounge. Cool off after a day of enthralling chimpanzee trekking with a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, and enjoy watching a favorite channel with loved ones on satellite TV in the lounge
Chimpanzee treks are one of the starlight activities at Kibale National Park - The chimpanzees feed high in the trees, so binoculars are a must. Barks of baboons occasionally pierce the forest silence as you make your way along the trail. Take a guided walk in the wildlife-rich Bigodi Forest swamp, an excellent chance to view birds, sitatunga, mongooses, bush pigs, otters and bushbucks.
Chimpundu Lodge offers Luxury cottage accommodation and an array of authentic Kibale Forest and Kibale National Park experiences in a lush indigenous setting. You can enjoy the true African experience and impeccable service offered by Chimpundu Lodge and Spa. Spend time relaxing with family and friends at the bar, enjoy memorable meals at the restaurant or at the swimming pool gazebo, or simply spend time reading a novel in the comfortable lounge. Cool off after a day of enthralling chimpanzee trekking with a refreshing dip in the swimming pool, and enjoy watching a favorite channel with loved ones on satellite TV in the lounge
Travel from Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park, home to a wide array of wildlife, including elephants, hippos, buffalo and baboons. Offering magnificent views of the rift valley, it is also known for its tree-climbing lions. En route to your camp, you may opt to take a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel. Upon arrival at Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, take in fantastic park vistas and views of the Rwenzori Mountains.
Set out on morning and evening game drives in this majestic national park. Because the region occupies the main migration corridor between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, prolific plains game resides here, including topi and Uganda kob, as well as buffalo, hippos and some of the largest herds of elephants in the country. Spotted hyenas are common, and leopards occasionally glimpsed.
Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp offers visitors an unforgettable experience. Located on a peninsula within the heart of the Queen Elizabeth National Park, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp is surrounded by the magical Rwenzori Mountains aptly described as the 'Mountains of the Moon'. To the east, lie the guardians of the birthplace of mankind, the Great Rift Valley hills, separated from the Mountains of the Moon by the meandering Kazinga Channel. Here the water flows endlessly into two giant lakes – Lake George and Lake Edward.
Set out on morning and evening game drives in this majestic national park. Because the region occupies the main migration corridor between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, prolific plains game resides here, including topi and Uganda kob, as well as buffalo, hippos and some of the largest herds of elephants in the country. Spotted hyenas are common, and leopards occasionally glimpsed.
Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp offers visitors an unforgettable experience. Located on a peninsula within the heart of the Queen Elizabeth National Park, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp is surrounded by the magical Rwenzori Mountains aptly described as the 'Mountains of the Moon'. To the east, lie the guardians of the birthplace of mankind, the Great Rift Valley hills, separated from the Mountains of the Moon by the meandering Kazinga Channel. Here the water flows endlessly into two giant lakes – Lake George and Lake Edward.
Take a game drive as you leave the park, with views of farmlands and local villages. Check in to your camp, the only one located within Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From this luxurious home base, set off on gorilla treks to track down these magnificent mammals at their most natural, a rare sight experienced by only the most fortunate. An even luckier few might see these placid creatures passing through the Gorilla Forest Camp, as there are no barriers, redefining any close encounter you have ever had with wildlife.
Spend the days tracking endangered mountain gorillas, spending up to an hour with these fascinating creatures and observing their surprisingly human-like interactions. Return to the lodge with time to relax, or set out on another guided forest hike. Ecologically respectful, contemporary-yet-classic in style, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp blends in sensitively with the dramatic African mountain landscape and, situated uniquely inside the national park, you are only minutes away from the start of your gorilla trekking adventure.
Spend the days tracking endangered mountain gorillas, spending up to an hour with these fascinating creatures and observing their surprisingly human-like interactions. Return to the lodge with time to relax, or set out on another guided forest hike. Ecologically respectful, contemporary-yet-classic in style, Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp blends in sensitively with the dramatic African mountain landscape and, situated uniquely inside the national park, you are only minutes away from the start of your gorilla trekking adventure.
Uganda looks marvelous from above with the volcanic hills draped in dense forest and the golden plains divided by ochre-red dirt roads. You will fly back to Entebbe this morning, the plane looping around Bwindi Forest before crossing open swathes of savanna. It will be a dreamy aerial safari and a chance to savor the scale of what you have just explored. Touching down in Entebbe, you will be assisted in transferring onto your international departing flight.
Accommodation on this Trip
Below is suggested accommodation for this - 9 Days Uganda Premier Expedition - if there is no availability at the time of booking, we shall suggest alternative accommodation options of similar class and style.
Other Trips You Might Like
Browse All Trips
How to reach us
We are easy to reach. You can call us on +254 115 351564 | +254 106 355764. Send us emails on info@viagensafricasafaris.com and you will receive a prompt response from us.
