Discover the “Pearl of Africa” on a journey that links four of Uganda’s finest parks. Cruise the Nile beneath Murchison Falls, track chimpanzees in Kibale, watch for tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth National Park, then spend two days with endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Short on time? Compare our 5-day Rwanda Gorilla Trek or combine Uganda with the Masai Mara on our Kenya & Uganda Safari.
Day 1:
Arrive in Entebbe, where you’ll be greeted by an Endless Safaris representative. Transfer to your hotel, beautifully situated on the shores of Lake Victoria, Africa’s largest lake, and settle in before the adventure begins.
Overnight: Lake Victoria Serena Resort & Spa Meals: Bed & Breakfast (BB)
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Day 2:
Depart Entebbe and fly to Murchison Falls National Park, known for its stunning views of the Nile and as the backdrop for the film The African Queen. Settle into your charming thatched cottage by the Victoria Nile. Later, visit the awe-inspiring Murchison Falls, where the mighty Nile crashes through a narrow gorge, creating a magnificent spray.
Overnight: Baker’s Lodge Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Day 3:
Enjoy a morning game drive along the northern banks of the Nile, where you might spot giraffes, buffalo, elephants, leopards, lions and antelope. In the afternoon, take a boat cruise up the Nile to the base of the falls, keeping an eye out for hippos, crocodiles and a variety of birdlife along the riverbanks.
Overnight: Baker’s Lodge Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Day 4:
After breakfast, fly to Kibale National Park and transfer to your lodge. You may opt for a nature walk atop the scenic Bunyaruguru Crater, with panoramic views over the crater lakes and forest.
Overnight: Kyaninga Lodge Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Day 5:
Kibale is home to 11 species of primates, including chimpanzees. This morning, embark on a trek to see these fascinating creatures in their natural habitat. In the afternoon, you can join a guided primate walk in the Bigodi Forest swamp, exploring the park’s rich biodiversity.
Overnight: Kyaninga Lodge Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Days 6 & 7:
Travel to Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for its incredible wildlife diversity. Over the next two days, enjoy game drives, looking out for elephants, lions, hippos and buffalo. Be on the lookout for the park’s famous tree-climbing lions and some of Uganda’s largest elephant herds.
Overnight: Ishasha Wilderness Camp Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Day 8:
Journey from the Rift Valley to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in one of the most biologically diverse ecosystems in the world. Later, visit the Uganda Nursing School Bwindi.
Overnight: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Days 9 & 10:
Over the next two days, track the endangered mountain gorillas, spending up to an hour each day observing them. Witness their remarkable social behavior and the profound connection between humans and these magnificent creatures.
Overnight: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp Meals: Full Board (FB)
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Day 11:
Fly back to Entebbe and return to Lake Victoria Serena Resort & Spa, where a day room awaits for relaxation before your international flight home.
Day room: Lake Victoria Serena Resort & Spa
The Classic Uganda Safari is an 11-day journey that begins and ends in Entebbe, with nights at five hand-picked lodges and camps.
You visit Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park and Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, so you combine the Nile, chimpanzees, big game and mountain gorillas in one trip.
Yes. You track mountain gorillas in Bwindi over two days, spending up to an hour with them each day, and trek to see chimpanzees in Kibale National Park. Request a free quote and our team will confirm permit availability for your dates.
You stay at Lake Victoria Serena Resort & Spa in Entebbe, Baker’s Lodge in Murchison Falls, Kyaninga Lodge in Kibale, Ishasha Wilderness Camp in Queen Elizabeth National Park and Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp in Bwindi.
Queen Elizabeth National Park is famous for its tree-climbing lions and large elephant herds. Sightings are never guaranteed, but our guides know where to look during your two days of game drives.
Uganda can be visited year-round. The drier months of June to September and December to February are generally the easiest for forest trekking and game viewing. Tell us your dates and we will advise.
Complete the “Plan Your Safari” form on this page, call +254 722 385 248 or message us on WhatsApp. Endless Safaris will tailor the itinerary, dates and lodges to suit you and send a free quote.
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