Overview
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Experience the very best of Uganda on this unforgettable 7 Days Gorilla Trekking, Golden Monkey & Queen Elizabeth Safari. This carefully crafted itinerary combines thrilling wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and unforgettable primate experiences. Journey through the scenic countryside to explore Queen Elizabeth National Park, trek endangered mountain gorillas in the ancient Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, and meet the playful golden monkeys in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park.
Along the way, enjoy exciting game drives, a relaxing boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, comfortable accommodations, and spectacular views of Uganda's rolling hills, crater lakes, and traditional villages. This safari is paced comfortably, allowing plenty of time to enjoy each destination while minimizing long hours of travel in a single day.
- You visit
- Entebbe International Airport (EBB)(Start) Entebbe Botanical GardenQueen Elizabeth National ParkBwindiMgahinga Gorilla National Park Entebbe International Airport (EBB)(End)
- Highlights
- Wildlife safarisGorilla trekkingCultural experienceNatural Scenery
- Vehicle used
Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Papyrus Guest House
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide. After a short briefing about your upcoming adventure, you'll be transferred to your hotel where you can relax after your flight.
Depending on your arrival time, you may visit the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or simply unwind at your accommodation.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After an early breakfast, depart Entebbe and travel west through Uganda's beautiful countryside. Enjoy views of tea plantations, local villages, rolling hills, and the famous Equator crossing where you'll stop for photographs.
Continue towards Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in the evening with chances of spotting wildlife before checking into your lodge.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Rise early for an exciting morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains, one of Uganda's best wildlife viewing areas. Look out for elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, warthogs, hyenas, and, with luck, lions and leopards.
After lunch, enjoy a spectacular boat cruise along the famous Kazinga Channel, home to one of Africa's largest concentrations of hippos. You'll also see crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and countless bird species gathering along the shoreline.
Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Ishasha Sector – Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After breakfast, travel through the southern Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, renowned for its famous tree-climbing lions. Keep your camera ready as your guide searches for these unique predators resting in giant fig trees.
Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, passing through beautiful mountain scenery and rural communities before arriving at your lodge.
Spend the evening preparing for the next day's gorilla trekking adventure.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Gorilla Trekking Experience
After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for registration and a briefing by experienced Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers.
Your gorilla trek begins through the dense rainforest as you search for one of Bwindi's habituated mountain gorilla families. The trek may last between 2 and 6 hours depending on the gorillas' location.
Once found, you'll spend one unforgettable hour observing these magnificent primates in their natural habitat a truly life-changing wildlife encounter.
After descending from the forest, receive your gorilla trekking certificate before returning to the lodge to relax.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park – Golden Monkey Trekking
Following breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park. Upon arrival, receive a briefing before beginning your golden monkey trekking adventure.
These rare and energetic primates are known for their striking golden-orange fur and playful behavior. Watching them leap effortlessly through the bamboo forest offers a completely different experience from gorilla trekking.
After the trek, return to your lodge and enjoy stunning views of the Virunga Volcanoes.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Return to Entebbe – Departure
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe, enjoying scenic views of southwestern Uganda one final time. Stop for lunch en route and visit the Equator for souvenirs and memorable photographs before continuing to Entebbe International Airport for your onward flight.
This marks the end of your unforgettable Ugandan safari adventure.
Breakfast, Lunch
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