11 Days Ultimate Uganda Safari Adventure – Gorillas, Big Five & Chimpanzees

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 11-day Uganda Safari Adventure that reveals the very heart of the Pearl of Africa. This journey blends thrilling wildlife encounters, scenic landscapes, and rich cultural experiences. From the roaring Murchison Falls to the misty Bwindi Forest, you’ll explore Uganda’s most iconic destinations — tracking rhinos, chimpanzees, and mountain gorillas while spotting the Big Five on classic game drives.

  •  11 Days
  • Age 15+
  • Uganda

 

 

 

Safari Highlights:

 

  • Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

  • Game drives in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Lake Mburo

  • Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest

  • Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

  • Tree-climbing lions of Ishasha

  • Relaxation and canoeing on Lake Bunyonyi

  • Scenic boat cruises on the Nile and Kazinga Channel

 

 

Detailed Itinerary

 

 

Day 1: Pickup – Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary – Top of Murchison Falls

 

Meet your guide after breakfast and drive north with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary to track rhinos on foot. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park and visit the dramatic top of the falls — where the Nile squeezes through a narrow gorge before plunging 40 meters below.

 

 

Day 2: Morning Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise

Spot lions, elephants, giraffes, and leopards on a sunrise game drive, then cruise the Nile to see hippos, crocodiles, and birds along the riverbanks.

Day 3: Transfer to Kibale National Park – Bigodi Wetlands

 

Travel to Kibale, enjoying views of the Rwenzori Mountains. Visit Bigodi Wetlands for a guided walk rich in birdlife and local culture

 

 

Day 4: Chimpanzee Trekking – Queen Elizabeth National Park

 

Track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, home to 13 primate species. Later, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an evening of relaxation.

 

 

Day 5: Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Cruise

 

Enjoy a morning game drive in Kasenyi Plains, then cruise the Kazinga Channel, teeming with hippos, elephants, and colorful birds.

 

 

Day 6: Tree-Climbing Lions – Bwindi Impenetrable Forest

 

Drive through the Ishasha sector to spot the famous tree-climbing lions before continuing to Bwindi, home to endangered mountain gorillas.

 

 

Day 7: Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Experience

 

Venture into the forest to meet a gorilla family up close. In the afternoon, visit the Batwa community for a cultural tour and storytelling.

 

 

Day 8: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

 

Relax at the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, dotted with 29 islands — perfect for swimming, canoeing, and scenic views.

 

 

Day 9: Explore Lake Bunyonyi

 

Enjoy a canoe ride, island visits, and community interactions around the serene lake.

 

 

Day 10: Transfer to Lake Mburo – Boat Cruise

 

Travel to Lake Mburo National Park for an afternoon boat cruise watching hippos and crocodiles.

 

 

Day 11: Morning Game Drive – Return to Kampala or Entebbe

 

Take a final game drive before returning to Kampala or Entebbe, stopping at the Equator for photos and souvenirs.

 

 

End of Safari

 

This 11-day Uganda safari adventure is a perfect mix of primate trekking, wildlife viewing, and cultural immersion — offering a lifetime of memories in Uganda’s wild beauty.