Luxury
9 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Big Five Safari
Duration
9 Days
Destination
Uganda
Trip Type
Gorilla trekking and wildlife
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Overview
9 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Big Five Safari
9 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Big Five Safari is a premium Uganda safari designed for travelers who want to combine gorilla trekking, rhino tracking, savannah wildlife, boat safaris and scenic relaxation in one smooth luxury journey. The safari includes carefully selected luxury lodges, private ground transfers and domestic flights to reduce long road travel.
The journey starts in Entebbe before continuing to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking, then to Murchison Falls National Park for game drives and a Nile boat safari. Guests later fly to Queen Elizabeth National Park for more wildlife viewing and a Kazinga Channel boat safari, with chances to see elephants, buffaloes, lions, hippos, crocodiles, antelopes and many bird species.
The safari then continues to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for gorilla trekking, combined with a cultural experience around the local community. A scenic Lake Bunyonyi excursion is also included before flying back to Entebbe from Kisoro Airstrip, making this itinerary ideal for luxury travelers who want Uganda’s gorillas, Big Five highlights, wildlife and beautiful landscapes in one journey.
Trip Outline
- Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe
- Day 2: Ziwa Rhino Tracking and Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 3: Game Drive and Nile Boat Safari in Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 4: Fly to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Day 5: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
- Day 6: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Day 7: Gorilla Trekking and Cultural Experience
- Day 8: Lake Bunyonyi Excursion
- Day 9: Fly Back to Entebbe from Kisoro Airstrip
Detailed Itinerary: 9 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Big Five Safari
Your 9 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Big Five Safari begins with arrival at Entebbe International Airport. You will be welcomed by your professional driver-guide and transferred to Hotel No. 5 Entebbe for check-in and relaxation.
This day is kept relaxed to allow you to rest after your international flight. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy the hotel facilities or a short optional Entebbe experience before dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Hotel No. 5 Entebbe
After breakfast at Hotel No. 5 Entebbe, you will begin the journey toward northern Uganda. You will stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking, giving you a chance to see rhinos on foot with experienced local guides.
After the rhino tracking experience, you will continue to Murchison Falls National Park. On arrival, you will check in at Nile Safari Lodge, one of the finest luxury lodges near the park. The evening is for relaxation after the journey.
Accommodation: Nile Safari Lodge
After an early breakfast at Nile Safari Lodge, you will head out for a morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park. The park is one of Uganda’s best wildlife destinations, with chances to see elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, antelopes, lions and many bird species.
After the game drive, you will return to the lodge for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a Nile boat safari toward the base of Murchison Falls. This boat experience gives you excellent chances to see hippos, crocodiles, water birds and wildlife along the riverbanks.
Accommodation: Nile Safari Lodge
After breakfast, you will check out and transfer to the airstrip in the Murchison Falls region for your domestic or charter flight to the Queen Elizabeth National Park region. This flight reduces long road travel and keeps the safari comfortable for luxury travelers.
On arrival, you will be welcomed and transferred to Elephant Plains Lodge. The lodge offers a beautiful luxury setting with excellent views and access to the park’s wildlife areas. The rest of the day is for relaxation before the next day’s safari activities.
Accommodation: Elephant Plains Lodge
After breakfast at Elephant Plains Lodge, you will go for a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. The game drive gives you a chance to search for elephants, buffaloes, lions, antelopes, warthogs and different bird species.
You will return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a Kazinga Channel boat safari, one of the best wildlife experiences in Uganda. The boat safari offers chances to see hippos, crocodiles, water birds and animals coming to the channel to drink.
Accommodation: Elephant Plains Lodge
After breakfast, you will check out and begin the scenic transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Depending on the route and timing, you may pass through the Ishasha sector, known for its tree-climbing lions, before continuing toward the southern side of Bwindi.
On arrival in the Nkuringo region, you will check in at Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge. The evening is for relaxation as you enjoy the mountain views, peaceful surroundings and fresh air near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Accommodation: Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge
After an early breakfast at Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge, your guide will transfer you to the gorilla trekking briefing point. The park rangers will explain the trekking rules, safety guidelines and what to expect before you enter Bwindi Forest.
You will then trek through the forest in search of a mountain gorilla family. Once the gorillas are located, you will spend one unforgettable hour observing them as they feed, rest, groom and move through their natural habitat.
After gorilla trekking, you will return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a cultural experience around the Bwindi community, giving you a chance to learn about local traditions, community life and the people living near the forest.
Accommodation: Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge
After breakfast, you will leave Bwindi and enjoy a scenic drive to Lake Bunyonyi, one of Uganda’s most beautiful lakes. The route offers lovely views of terraced hills, rural villages and the green landscapes of southwestern Uganda.
On arrival at Lake Bunyonyi, you will enjoy the calm lake atmosphere, island views and peaceful scenery. Depending on timing, you may enjoy a boat ride, lakeside relaxation or a simple scenic experience around the lake before checking in at BirdNest Resort Lake Bunyonyi.
Accommodation: BirdNest Resort Lake Bunyonyi
After breakfast at BirdNest Resort Lake Bunyonyi, you will check out and transfer to Kisoro Airstrip for your domestic flight back to Entebbe. This flight gives the safari a smooth ending by reducing the long road journey from southwestern Uganda.
On arrival in Entebbe, you will be assisted with your onward arrangements. Depending on your schedule, you may be dropped at Entebbe International Airport or your hotel in Entebbe, marking the end of your 9 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Big Five Safari.
Inclusions
- Luxury accommodation during the safari
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Domestic flight from Murchison Falls National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Domestic flight from Kisoro to Entebbe
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle for ground transfers
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Ziwa rhino tracking experience
- Uganda gorilla trekking permit
- Game drives in Murchison Falls National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Nile boat safari in Murchison Falls National Park
- Kazinga Channel boat safari
- Bwindi cultural experience
- Lake Bunyonyi excursion
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
- Pickup and drop-off in Entebbe
Exclusions
- International flights
- Uganda visa
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
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Frequently Asked Questions about 9 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Big Five Safari
The safari includes luxury accommodation, meals as mentioned in the itinerary, domestic flights as mentioned, private 4x4 ground transfers, professional English-speaking driver-guide, Ziwa rhino tracking, Uganda gorilla trekking permit, game drives, Nile boat safari, Kazinga Channel boat safari, Bwindi cultural experience, Lake Bunyonyi excursion, bottled drinking water, pickup and drop-off in Entebbe.
The 9 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Big Five Safari starts in Entebbe. Guests can be picked up from Entebbe International Airport or a hotel in Entebbe before beginning the journey.
The safari ends in Entebbe after the domestic flight from Kisoro Airstrip. Guests can be dropped off at Entebbe International Airport or a hotel in Entebbe depending on their travel schedule.
This safari visits Entebbe, Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Lake Bunyonyi.
The planned luxury lodges are Hotel No. 5 Entebbe, Nile Safari Lodge, Elephant Plains Lodge, Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge and BirdNest Resort Lake Bunyonyi.
Yes, gorilla trekking is included in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Guests trek with experienced ranger guides and spend one unforgettable hour with a mountain gorilla family after they are located.
Yes, the 9 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Big Five Safari is designed to include Big Five highlights. Rhino tracking is done at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, while Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Park offer chances to see animals such as elephants, buffaloes, lions and leopards.
Yes, domestic flights are included as mentioned in the itinerary. These flights help reduce long road travel and make the 9 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Big Five Safari more comfortable for luxury travelers.
Yes, Lake Bunyonyi is included as a scenic excursion after gorilla trekking. Guests enjoy beautiful lake views, terraced hills, island scenery and a peaceful atmosphere before flying back to Entebbe.
Yes, the 9 Days Luxury Uganda Gorilla Trekking and Big Five Safari can be customized depending on travel dates, lodge preference, flight schedule and guest interests. Extra nights, additional gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, upgraded lodges or more wildlife activities can also be added.
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