9-Day Uganda’s Customizable Primates & Wildlife Safari

After an early breakfast, begin your Uganda safari adventure with a scenic drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, a place in Uganda where you can track wild rhinos on foot. Enjoy an exciting guided rhino trekking experience before continuing to Masindi Town for lunch. In the afternoon, transfer to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and most spectacular safari destination. Famous for the powerful Murchison Falls where the Nile River squeezes through a narrow gorge, the park offers breathtaking scenery, abundant wildlife, and unforgettable game viewing opportunities. Watch for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, hartebeests, hippos, and large Nile crocodiles across the rolling savannah plains and riverbanks. This journey combines rhino tracking, wildlife safaris, and stunning landscapes for an unforgettable Uganda wildlife experience.

ACCOMMODATION: Bamboo village safari lodge (budget) Tilenga safari lodge (Mid-range) Nile safari lodge (Luxury)
MEALS: 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) Tilenga 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: Kibale Forest lodge (budget) Turaco treetops lodge (Mid-range) Papaya Lake lodge (Luxury)
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

You will enjoy a chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale National Park, one of Africa’s premier primate destinations and home to the highest diversity of primates in the world. The park is famous for its large population of wild chimpanzees, making it one of the best places to observe these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat. In the morning, you will head to the park headquarters for a briefing by ranger guides on chimp trekking rules before the activity begins at 8:00 am. You will then enter the tropical rainforest in search of habituated chimpanzee families while spotting other primates, birds & forest wildlife along the way. Once the chimps are located, you will spend a full hour watching them feed, play, groom, and interact in the wild, a truly unforgettable experience. After the trek, you will return for lunch before continuing your transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s popular savannah park known for its diverse wildlife and beautiful landscapes.

ACCOMMODATION: Engiri game lodge (budget) Buffalo safari lodge (Mid-range) Kyambura gorge 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) Kyambura gorge lodge (Luxury)
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, you will begin your scenic journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, one of Uganda’s most iconic safari destinations and home to the endangered mountain gorillas. The drive takes approximately 4–5 hours through beautiful rolling hills, terraced landscapes, and rural countryside. You will stop in Kabale town for lunch and enjoy a brief visit to the local market, offering a glimpse into daily life in southwestern Uganda. After lunch, continue your drive toward Rushaga sector in Bwindi, arriving at your lodge in the afternoon. Upon arrival, check in, relax, and unwind in the peaceful forest surroundings of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. This journey combines scenic beauty, cultural experience, and the anticipation of an unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure in Uganda’s premier rainforest destination.

ACCOMMODATION: Rushaga havens gorilla lodge (budget) Ichumbi gorilla lodge (Mid-range) Clouds Mountain gorilla lodge (Luxury)
MEALS: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, you will proceed to the ranger post in Bwindi for a detailed briefing by experienced ranger guides on gorilla trekking rules, safety guidelines, and what to expect in the forest. You will then enter the dense Bwindi rainforest for your once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure. Trekking time and terrain vary depending on the location and movement of the gorilla families, making each experience unique and adventurous. Once you locate a habituated gorilla family, you will spend a magical one hour observing them closely as they feed, play, groom, and interact in their natural habitat, encounter with these gentle and endangered giants. After the trek, you will return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation in the tranquil forest surroundings. In the afternoon, you may choose an optional community experience such as the Batwa cultural visit or a coffee experience (at an extra cost), or simply relax at the lodge and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Bwindi.

ACCOMMODATION: Rushaga havens gorilla lodge (budget) Ichumbi gorilla lodge (Mid-range) Clouds mountain gorilla lodge (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 lodge (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.