11 Days from $7,890 USD / person
Classic Uganda Safari: Gorillas, Mountains and Great Lakes
Sample Itinerary
Day 1 – 2
International Arrival
Transfer to your accommodation
1 Night
Entebbe
Entebbe, the former capital of Uganda during British colonisation, is situated on the Northern shores of Lake Victoria which is the largest lake in Africa. Arriving by air into Entebbe is breathtaking as you are introduced to the lush and tropical setting of the city. If your stay allows, you may like to enjoy like to take a stroll on one of the many beaches on the shores of the lake, visit the wildlife education center, or visit the botanical gardens to get a taste of the diversity of plants and birds Uganda is fortunate to enjoy.
Hotel options
The Boma Guest House – Opt 1
Room
Standard Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Guest house
No. 5 Boutique – Opt 2
Room
Standard Room
Meals
Breakfast
Style
Boutique
Day 2 – 4
Drive to Kibale (6-7 hrs)
2 Nights
Kibale
The lush tropical rainforest of Kibale National Park has one of the highest diversity and density of primates in Africa, totalling 13 species including more than 1,000 chimpanzees and so is an ideal location for chimpanzee trekking. Early in the morning or in the afternoon, walk with an experienced ranger into the forest. In contrast to gorillas which usually don’t move a lot, chimpanzees tend to move swiftly, either on the forest floor or in the canopies of the tree. Outside Kibale National Park, enjoy wonderful walks through the picturesque landscape with tea plantations, beautiful small crater lakes, and tiny villages where the kids will smile and wave at you.
Hotel options
Turaco Treetops – Opt 1
Room
Luxury Cottage
Meals
Full Board
Style
Lodge
Primate Lodge – Opt 2
Room
Luxury Cottage
Meals
Full Board
Style
Lodge
Day 4 – 6
Drive to Queen Elizabeth North (3-4 hrs)
2 Nights
Queen Elizabeth
Set majestically in the shadow of the Rwenzori mountains, flanking Lake Edward and Lake George, the lush savannah of Queen Elizabeth National Park offers prime grazing to buffalo, elephant and various antelope. It is also a bird lovers haven, with over 600 bird species who testify to the extraordinary and diverse ecology of the region. The Northern Mweya sector is more densely vegetated than the Southern Ishasha sector and offers diverse activities including game drives, boat safaris on the Kazinga Channel, nature walks in the Kyambura gorge with chances of chimpanzee sightings and exploring beautiful crater lakes. On the open Ishasha savannah plains you can spot – if you are lucky – leopards and the famous tree climbing lions.
Hotel options
Mweya Safari Lodge – Opt 1
Room
Deluxe Room
Meals
Full Board
Style
Lodge
Katara Lodge – Opt 2
Room
Standard Room
Meals
Full Board
Style
Lodge
Day 6 – 7
Drive to Queen Elizabeth (South) (2-3 hrs)
1 Night
Queen Elizabeth South
Queen Elizabeth South forms the southern region of the famous Queen Elizabeth National Park. Encompassing a variety of landscapes ranging from savannah to lush forests to wetlands and bush land, the park is home to 96 species of mammals including hippos, lions, leopards, elephants, and chimps. With less vegetation than the Northern Mweya sector, the South is covered with open savannah land, making it easier to spot the wildlife which roams these plains. The Ishasha sector is known for its tree-climbing lions and indeed you could actually spot a majestic lioness snoozing the afternoon away on the branch of a fig tree. A unique feature of the males here is that they have black manes, a rare sight. The Kalinzu Forest on the south-eastern corner of the park is a great spot for chimpanzee-tracking, a great opportunity to see these intelligent mammals up close, while the southwest corner has the Lake Katwe Salt Works, a salt mining site in a local village with an interesting history.
Hotel options
Enjojo Lodge – Opt 1
Room
Cottage
Meals
Full Board
Style
Lodge
Ishasha Wilderness Camp – Opt 2
Room
Standard Tent
Meals
Full Board
Style
Camp
Day 7 – 9
Drive to Bwindi North (3-4 hrs)
2 Nights
Bwindi National Park
Bwindi is possibly home to the planet’s last remaining tribes of the highly endangered mountain gorilla. The Bwindi Impenetrable National Park houses more than half of the world’s population. Sitting face to face with a 350 lb silverback is a once in a lifetime experience, and the highlight of every trip to Uganda. Trackers and rangers typically guide wildlife enthusiasts deep into the rainforest, up and down the steep and uneven terrain to meet resident gorilla families. With over 350 species of birds, these lush forests are also perfect for bird watching. Spot brilliant sunbirds, flycatchers and broadbills, as well as Uganda’s national bird, the grey crowned crane. Walk up to misty waterfalls in the impenetrable forest. Make the most of the region’s many hikes, trails and nature walks, taking in the white colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, colorful butterflies, orchids and ferns. This spectacular region is also home to volcanic mountain ranges and crater lakes, like the Virunga Volcanoes and Lake Bunyonyi. Enjoy boat safaris around the lake, and visit local village communities of the Batwa and Buhoma people.
Hotel options
Engagi Lodge – Opt 1
Room
Standard Room
Meals
Full Board
Style
Lodge
Buhoma Lodge – Opt 2
Room
Cottage
Meals
Full Board
Style
Lodge
Day 9 – 11
Drive to Lake Mburo (7-8 hrs)
2 Nights
Lake Mburo
With a varying landscape of rolling hills, open grassy valleys, acacia grasslands and marshes, Lake Mburo is home to a huge array of flora and fauna. Its lovely landscape include five lakes known for their rich birdlife, notably the secretive African finfoot. The green acacia woodland surrounding the lake is home to dense populations of zebra, warthog, buffalo, impala and various other grazers, including the last surviving Ugandan population of eland, the largest of African antelope. After an afternoon game drive or guided game walk, during which you might also come across hyenas and leopards, enjoy a spectacular sundowner.
Hotel options
Mihingo Lodge – Opt 1
Room
Standard Room
Meals
Full Board
Style
Lodge
Mihingo Lodge – Opt 2
Room
Standard Room
Meals
Full Board
Style
Lodge
Day 11 – 11
Drive to Entebbe (5-6 hrs)
Entebbe
Entebbe, the former capital of Uganda during British colonisation, is situated on the Northern shores of Lake Victoria which is the largest lake in Africa. Arriving by air into Entebbe is breathtaking as you are introduced to the lush and tropical setting of the city. If your stay allows, you may like to enjoy like to take a stroll on one of the many beaches on the shores of the lake, visit the wildlife education center, or visit the botanical gardens to get a taste of the diversity of plants and birds Uganda is fortunate to enjoy.
International Departure
Price & Inclusions
Prices are in USD and exclude international flights. This trip price is based on low season rates for accommodation and other applicable services, and may change depending on availability, currency fluctuations and number of people traveling together. For high season prices, please contact us with your exact travel dates and preferences.
Price Includes
- Accommodation and meals, as specified in the itinerary
- Activities and excursions, as specified in the itinerary
- Transportation services, as specified in the itinerary
- Your Trip Coordination Team: Dedicated support throughout your journey, with a primary, personal point of contact. Plus, in case of emergencies while you’re traveling, our trip coordination team are available 24/7 by phone
Not Included
- Entrance fees and meals, unless mentioned in the itinerary description
- Tips and personal expenses
- Visa and tourism fees
- Travel, health, and cancellation insurance
- International airfare
What Our Guests Say
“The trip was planned perfectly from beginning to the end. We were notified of any changes to the schedule based on delayed flights etc. It is a real advantage to have Enchanting Travels make the arrangements that allowed us to speed through customs and visa checks. Our drivers were always there waiting for our arrival so no time wasted waiting. Just the ease of the logistics that comes with traveling with Enchanting Travels keeps up going back to them when we are planning a trip. The experiences were beyond words. Our game drive guides were exceptional in getting us to where the animals were so we could enjoy seeing cheetah cubs at play while mom watched, lion cubs playing while a group of lioness’s napped in the sun and two male lions did the same. The most incredible sight was watching a group of 6 lioness’s separate a female buffalo and her calf and going on to taking them both down. It was like watching a Nat Geo film but we were there within 30 yards to watch. Our accommodations were top notch, staff everywhere we were were exceptional, and the settings were all different but wonderful. Our trip coordinator was in constant contact just to check in and see if there was anything we needed her to do. The Trip Agent App, our first time using it, was a very nice feature and was so much easier to use rather than pulling out a hard copy of the trip to find the answer to our questions. I wasn’t sure if I would use it or not but became dependent on it. Traveling doesn’t get any better if you travel with Enchanting Travels. We will be back!”
February 2025 Rating 5/5
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August 2023 Rating 5/5
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August 2023 Rating 5/5
“Our private tour to Uganda and Kenya was well organized. We had exceptional guides and the lodges provided exceptional services.”
July 2023 Rating 5/5
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June 2023 Rating 5/5
“Our family trip to Kenya was AMAZING – more than we ever dreamed of! Our interests were addressed with personalized experiences and we had a great guide for the safaris! Our favorite parts were seeing the baby lions, elephants, and hyenas up close! I highly recommend Enchanting Travels for upcoming vacations.”
June 2023 Rating 5/5
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