Signature safari package
8-Day Uganda Primates & Wildlife Journey
A classic western Uganda combination of Kibale chimpanzee tracking, Queen Elizabeth game viewing, a Kazinga Channel cruise and mountain-gorilla trekking in Bwindi.
Your journey at a glance
About this safari
This route is designed for travellers who want Uganda’s two signature primate encounters alongside a taste of classic savannah wildlife.
Begin in the forests of Kibale, continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park for game drives and a boat safari, then reach Bwindi for a mountain-gorilla trek. It is an active itinerary with several road transfers, balanced by time at each main destination.
The memorable moments
Safari highlights
A carefully selected mix of wildlife, scenery and local experiences.
- Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest
- Bigodi Wetland experience, subject to time and local arrangements
- Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Boat safari along the wildlife-rich Kazinga Channel
- Mountain-gorilla trekking in Bwindi
The route
Your day-by-day itinerary
This is a suggested route. We confirm the final order, lodges, permits and timings around your travel dates.
- DAY1
Entebbe
Arrival in Entebbe
Meet your driver at Entebbe International Airport and transfer to your hotel. Rest after your flight; a safari briefing and any light local activity can be arranged if arrival time and energy allow.
- DAY2
Entebbe · Fort Portal · Kibale
Drive to Kibale Forest
Travel west through Uganda’s countryside towards Fort Portal and Kibale. Stop for lunch and scenic viewpoints along the way, then settle into your lodge near the forest.
- DAY3
Kibale Forest · Bigodi Wetland
Chimpanzee tracking and Bigodi
Join the morning briefing and guided chimpanzee-tracking walk in Kibale Forest. In the afternoon, consider a guided walk in Bigodi Wetland, known for its community conservation work, birds and other wildlife.
- DAY4
Kibale · Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth
Drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park. After check-in and lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive if timing and conditions permit, scanning the plains for elephants, buffaloes, antelope and predators.
- DAY5
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Game viewing and the Kazinga Channel
Set out for a morning game drive, followed by an afternoon boat safari on the Kazinga Channel. The waterway is known for hippos, crocodiles, elephants at the shore and a wide range of waterbirds.
- DAY6
Queen Elizabeth · Ishasha · Bwindi
Through Ishasha to Bwindi
Travel towards Bwindi through the Ishasha sector. Where time and road conditions allow, enjoy a game-viewing drive in search of the area’s famous tree-climbing lions before continuing to your forest lodge. Sightings are not guaranteed.
- DAY7
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Mountain-gorilla trekking
After the park briefing, trek with authorised guides and trackers in search of a habituated mountain-gorilla family. The hike can be demanding and varies in length. Return to the lodge for a well-earned rest.
- DAY8
Bwindi · Entebbe
Return to Entebbe
Begin the drive back to Entebbe after breakfast. As this is a long transfer, we will check your onward flight time carefully and may recommend an additional night or a domestic flight option.
Your safari arrangement
What is included?
Every quotation is prepared around your group size, travel dates, accommodation preference and confirmed activities. The final proposal will clearly show what is included and what is optional.
Usually included or itemised
- Private 4×4 transport and an English-speaking driver-guide
- Airport transfers and accommodation as stated in the final proposal
- Meals according to the confirmed lodge meal plan
- Chimpanzee and gorilla permits only where listed as included and confirmed
- Game drives, boat safari and other activities itemised in the final itinerary
Not included unless stated
- International flights, visa fees and travel insurance
- Trekking permits unless clearly included in the written quote
- Porter fees, tips, drinks and personal expenses
- Optional excursions and services not stated in the itinerary
Create your own version
Make this safari yours.
Choose your travel dates, preferred accommodation level, group size and pace. We will prepare a personalised quotation and confirm permit availability before you commit.
No fixed public price is shown because accommodation, group size, season, transport choices and trekking permits can change the total cost.