12-Day Mountain Goriilas, Chimpanzees & African Big 5

Begin your Uganda safari with a private airport or hotel pickup by your expert guide. Explore the wetlands of Lake Victoria on a thrilling shoebill trek, combining a motorboat ride and traditional canoe experience through local community swamps in search of the rare prehistoric shoebill stork. Continue in a comfortable 4×4 safari Land Cruiser equipped with in-car entertainment for a relaxing journey to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Uganda’s only rhino sanctuary. Check into your lodge and enjoy close-up rhino sightings often seen roaming near the accommodation. This unforgettable adventure blends birdwatching, wildlife, culture, and luxury safari travel in Uganda.

ACCOMMODATION: Ziwa accommodation (budget) Ziwa accommodation (Mid-range) Ziwa chalets (Luxury)

MEALS: Lunch, Dinner

Start the day with an exciting on-foot rhino tracking experience at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, getting up close to Uganda’s endangered white rhinos in their natural habitat. Continue your safari journey to Murchison Falls National Park with a stop at the spectacular Top of Murchison Falls, where the Nile explodes through a narrow gorge in a powerful display. In the evening, enjoy a thrilling game drive across the savannah plains in search of elephants, giraffes, lions, buffaloes, and other iconic African wildlife.

ACCOMMODATION: Bamboo village safari lodge (budget) Pakuba safari lodge (Mid-range) Nile safari lodge (Luxury)
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, set out for an exciting early morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most wildlife-rich safari destination. Explore the rolling savannah plains in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and a variety of bird species. Return to the lodge for relaxation and lunch before heading out for a memorable afternoon boat cruise along the Nile River to the base of the mighty Murchison Falls. Along the way, enjoy incredible sightings of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and colorful water birds on the riverbanks. For adventure lovers, continue with a guided hike to the top of the falls, where you’ll witness the Nile forcefully crashing through a narrow gorge. The hike is rewarding and offers breathtaking views, making it one of the highlights of any Uganda safari experience. Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

ACCOMMODATION: Bamboo village safari lodge (budget) Pakuba safari lodge (Mid-range) Nile safari lodge (Luxury)
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After an early breakfast, you will drive to the top of the magnificent Murchison Falls for breathtaking views of the powerful Nile River squeezing through a narrow gorge before crashing down with incredible force. This is one of Uganda’s most iconic safari attractions and a perfect spot for photography and sightseeing. After enjoying the beauty of the falls, you will begin a scenic transfer to Kibale National Park, home to lush tropical forests and famous chimpanzee trekking experiences. The journey is long but incredibly rewarding, taking you through traditional villages, rolling hills, vibrant green countryside, and endless tea plantations that define western Uganda’s landscape. Along the way, enjoy stunning views and authentic rural scenery that make this drive a memorable part of your Uganda safari adventure. Upon arrival at your lodge near Kibale National Park, you will check in, relax, and unwind as you prepare for the next day’s adventure.

ACCOMMODATION: Chimpanzee Forest lodge (budget) Turaco treetops lodge (Mid-range) Chimpundu safari lodge (Luxury)
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, you will leave for Queen Elizabeth national park. The drive will reward you with great views of Rwenzori mountain ranges as well as game viewing. You will have lunch at the booked lodge. In the afternoon, you will have a boat cruise on kazinga channel for 2 hours. This will take you past very large populations of Hippos and several other animals drinking water.
The boat cruise offers you a great chance for photography, game viewing as well as bird watching. After there we will head back to your accommodation for dinner and night.

ACCOMMODATION: Engiri game lodge (budget) Buffalo safari lodge (Mid-range) Mweya safari lodge (Luxury)

MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Begin your day with an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park after breakfast, one of Uganda’s top safari destinations known for its rich wildlife and scenic savannah landscapes. Explore the Kasenyi and Queen’s Plains, famous for excellent game viewing opportunities. Look out for elephants, lions, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, waterbucks, warthogs, and other antelope species, along with a variety of colorful birdlife that thrives in the park. The drive offers stunning views as you head toward the shores of Lake George, with great photo stops along the way. After the game drive, return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, where you can see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and abundant bird species up close along the waterbanks—one of the most rewarding wildlife experiences in Uganda.

ACCOMMODATION: Engiri game lodge (budget) Buffalo safari lodge (Mid-range) Mweya safari lodge (Luxury)

MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After your Breakfast, you will transfer to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, a remote and scenic wilderness area in southwestern Uganda famous for its tree-climbing lions and vast open savannah. The drive offers beautiful views of the countryside and wildlife along the way. Upon arrival, you will embark on an evening game drive in search of elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and the iconic tree-climbing lions resting in fig and acacia trees. As the sun begins to set over the plains, you will enjoy a relaxing sundowner experience, taking in the golden African sunset in one of Uganda’s most picturesque safari settings before heading to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

ACCOMMODATION: Topi lodge (budget) Embogo lodges (Mid-range) Ishasha wilderness camp (Luxury)
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start your day with an early morning game drive in the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most unique safari areas, famous for its rare tree-climbing lions and wide-open savannah landscapes. During the game drive, you may also encounter elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, topis, and other wildlife as the park comes alive in the early hours. After the safari experience, you will continue your scenic transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, driving through beautiful rolling hills, rural villages, and lush countryside. Upon arrival, you will proceed to your lodge in Bwindi, check in, and relax in the peaceful rainforest surroundings as you prepare for your upcoming gorilla trekking adventure.

ACCOMMODATION: lake mulehe safari lodge (budget) Mutanda lake resort (Mid-range) Nkuringo Bwindi gorilla lodge (Luxury)
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After an early breakfast, you will head to the ranger station for a detailed briefing by experienced park guides about gorilla trekking rules, safety, and conservation efforts. You will then begin your trek through the dense tropical rainforest, navigating steep trails, valleys, and thick vegetation in search of a habituated gorilla family. The duration of the trek varies depending on the movement of the gorillas, making the experience even more adventurous and exciting. Once the gorillas are located, you will spend one hour observing these gentle endangered giants in their natural habitat as they feed, groom, play, and interact. This once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounter is among Africa’s most extraordinary safari experiences. After the trek, return to the lodge for lunch. Later, you may choose an optional cultural experience such as the Batwa community visit or a local coffee tour at an extra cost, or simply relax at the lodge while enjoying the peaceful forest atmosphere.

ACCOMMODATION: lake mulehe safari lodge (budget) Mutanda lake resort (Mid-range) Nkuringo Bwindi gorilla lodge (Luxury)
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy an unforgettable golden monkey tracking adventure in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, home to rare and playful golden monkeys found in the bamboo forests of the Virunga Mountains. After the trek, continue to the scenic shores of Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa’s most beautiful lakes, surrounded by terraced hills and peaceful island views—perfect for relaxation after your wildlife adventure.

ACCOMMODATION: Bunyonyi overland resort (budget) Birdnest Bunyonyi resort (Mid-range) Arcadia lodge Bunyonyi (Luxury)
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, you will transfer to Lake Mburo National Park, one of Uganda’s most scenic and compact wildlife parks, known for its rolling hills, open savannah, and rich variety of wildlife. The journey offers beautiful countryside views as you approach the park. Upon arrival, you will check in at your lodge and later head out for an evening game drive. This is a great opportunity to spot zebras, impalas, elands, buffaloes, topis, and giraffes, as well as abundant birdlife in the golden light of sunset. The peaceful atmosphere and stunning scenery make this evening safari a perfect introduction to Lake Mburo’s unique wilderness experience.

ACCOMMODATION: Rwakobo rock (budget) Kigarama wilderness lodge (Mid-range) Mihingo lodge (Luxury)
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Start your morning with a guided nature walk in Lake Mburo National Park, one of Uganda’s most rewarding walking safari destinations. Accompanied by an experienced ranger, explore the park on foot and enjoy close encounters with wildlife such as zebras, impalas, giraffes, warthogs, and numerous bird species in their natural habitat. After the experience, begin your scenic transfer to Entebbe, driving through Uganda’s beautiful countryside. En route, stop at the famous Uganda Equator for memorable photos and a chance to stand in both hemispheres at once. Continue to Entebbe, where you will arrive in the evening for drop-off or overnight stay, marking the end of your unforgettable Uganda safari adventure.

ACCOMMODATION: No Accommodation
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch

Included

• Accommodation as listed
• Meals as listed
• Activities as listed
• All park entrance fees
• Transport as listed
• Airport transfers (Pick & drop off)
• Rangers in the park
• Professional English speaking driver/guide
• Drinking water in the car (on all days)
• 1x gorilla tracking permit per person (Bwindi)
• 1x chimpanzee tracking permit per person (Kibale)
• Branded water bottles of Naseeb safaris

Excluded

• International flights
• Visa for uganda
• Personal (medical/travel) insurance
• Extra activities (optional)
• Drinks apart from water
• Tips & gratuities for guide/driver, rangers, porter, hotel staff etc
• A porter for during the gorilla trekking (someone who carries your day pack if needed)

NOTE: The cost of each safari varies depending on the number of travelers, trip duration, accommodation preferences, and travel style. All safaris can be customized to suit your needs. Contact us for more information.