Tour Overview
This 11 Days Best of Uganda Primates and Wildlife Safari is the ultimate adventure for travelers who want to experience Uganda’s diverse landscapes, abundant wildlife, and incredible primates. From the thunderous Murchison Falls to the misty jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, this journey takes you through Uganda’s top national parks — where you’ll track rhinos, chimpanzees, and gorillas, and encounter the Big Five in their natural habitat.
Enjoy breathtaking game drives, scenic boat cruises, nature walks, and cultural encounters — all perfectly blended into one unforgettable safari experience with Openbill Safaris Uganda.
🌍 Safari Highlights
- Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Game drives and a boat cruise to the bottom of Murchison Falls
- Visit the Top of Murchison Falls for a stunning view
- Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest National Park
- Boat cruise and game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Scenic transfer through the Ishasha sector (tree-climbing lions)
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Batwa cultural experience
- Nature walk or cycling safari in Lake Mburo National Park
- Exceptional birdwatching and photography opportunities
- Professional English-speaking driver/guide and comfortable 4×4 safari vehicle
📅 Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Airport Pick-Up and Transfer to Hotel
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe for relaxation and an evening briefing about your safari.
Accommodation: Mid-range or luxury hotel in Entebbe/Kampala
Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
After breakfast, drive northwards to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino tracking experience. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest and oldest park, famous for its roaring waterfall and diverse wildlife.
Accommodation: Lodge inside or near Murchison Falls NP
Day 3: Morning Game Drive, Boat Cruise & Visit to Top of the Falls
Start your day with an early game drive through the savannah plains in search of lions, giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, and antelopes.
In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls, spotting hippos, crocodiles, and water birds along the Nile. Later, hike or drive to the top of the falls to witness the powerful Nile squeeze through a narrow gorge.
Accommodation: Same lodge as previous night
Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park & Evening Bigodi Walk
Enjoy a scenic drive southwest through lush countryside to Kibale Forest National Park, home to 13 primate species. In the evening, take a guided nature walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, an excellent site for birdwatching and spotting monkeys.
Accommodation: Lodge near Kibale Forest NP
Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, set out for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest. You’ll also see red-tailed monkeys, black-and-white colobus, and other primates.
After lunch, proceed to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most popular park, famous for its diverse wildlife and stunning crater lakes.
Accommodation: Safari lodge in Queen Elizabeth NP
Day 6: Morning Game Drive & Afternoon Boat Cruise
Enjoy a morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains where you can spot lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and antelopes.
In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, home to hippos, crocodiles, and over 600 bird species.
Accommodation: Same lodge as previous night
Day 7: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Drive through the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions, en route to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park — home of the endangered mountain gorillas.
Accommodation: Lodge near Bwindi NP
Day 8: Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Experience
Today is the highlight of your safari! After a briefing, trek deep into Bwindi’s misty rainforest to encounter mountain gorillas in their natural habitat — a truly emotional and unforgettable experience.
In the evening, enjoy a Batwa cultural encounter, where you’ll learn about the traditions of Uganda’s indigenous forest people.
Accommodation: Same lodge as previous night
Day 9: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park & Evening Nature Walk / Optional Cycling
After breakfast, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest savannah park. In the evening, enjoy a guided nature walk or optional cycling safari, offering a close-up experience with zebras, impalas, and elands.
Accommodation: Lodge near Lake Mburo NP
Day 10: Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Kampala / Entebbe
Enjoy a morning game drive before heading back to Kampala or Entebbe. Stop at the Equator line for photos and souvenir shopping.
Accommodation: Hotel in Entebbe/Kampala
Day 11: Departure
Depending on your flight schedule, you’ll be transferred to Entebbe International Airport for your departure.
✅ Inclusions
- Airport pick-up and drop-off
- Ground transportation in 4×4 safari vehicle
- English-speaking driver/guide
- Accommodation and meals as per itinerary
- Park entrance fees
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Chimpanzee trekking permit
- Boat cruises and game drives
- Guided nature walks and cultural activities
- Drinking water in the vehicle
❌ Exclusions
- International flights
- Uganda entry visa
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses (laundry, tips, souvenirs, drinks)
- Optional activities not included in itinerary
- Meals not mentioned in itinerary
