The Pearl of Africa: A 6-Day Journey with Gorillas, Chimps & Murchison Falls

Experience the Ultimate Uganda Safari: Gorillas, Chimps & The Big 5

Embark on an unforgettable Uganda gorilla trek and wildlife safari, meticulously designed to deliver Africa’s most iconic encounters in a single, seamless journey. This tour is perfect for travelers seeking a comprehensive wildlife experience, featuring the legendary Big Five and close encounters with primates in their natural habitats.

Your Safari Highlights at a Glance:

• Trek Mountain Gorillas: Spend a magical hour with a habituated gorilla family in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
• Track Chimpanzees: Walk through Kibale Forest National Park for an exhilarating chimp tracking experience.
• Witness the Big Five: Enjoy thrilling game drives in Murchison Falls National Park to see lion, elephant, buffalo, and leopard.
• Encounter Rhinos: Get up close with endangered white rhinos on a guided trek at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary.
• Discover Murchison Falls: Cruise the Nile on a boat safari to the base of the powerful “Devil’s Cauldron.”

Your Flexible & Seamless Adventure

We’ve designed this Uganda safari for your ultimate convenience and enjoyment.

• Flexible Departures: This tour can start on any day of the year, with a minimum of just one person.
• Join a Small Group: For key activities like gorilla trekking, chimp tracking, and boat safaris, you will join a small group of fellow travelers, enhancing the experience.
• Multiple Start/End Points: We offer convenient pick-ups from your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala, or directly from the airport. On request, we can also end your tour in Kigali, Rwanda for easier travel connections.
• Upgrade with Flights: Optimize your time and comfort by replacing longer road transfers with optional domestic flights (available as an add-on).

Tour Highlights

The Ultimate Primate & Nile Adventure: 6-Day Gorilla, Chimp & Murchison Falls Safari

Overview:
Embark on a six-day odyssey that captures the very essence of Uganda’s wild heart. This meticulously crafted journey takes you from the thunderous spectacle of Murchison Falls to the intimate rainforest encounters with chimpanzees and majestic mountain gorillas. Experience the full diversity of Uganda’s landscapes and wildlife, from vast savannahs teeming with game to the dense, impenetrable forests that shelter our closest primate relatives.

Detailed Itinerary:

• Day 1: Rhinos & Riverine Landscapes
  Depart Kampala/Entebbe and journey north to Murchison Falls National Park. Your first wildlife encounter is a guided track of the endangered white rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Arrive in the park in time for an introductory game drive through the palm-dotted savannah, rich with over 600 bird species, before settling in for the evening.

Accommodation Options (Full Board)

Up-market: Anywade House  | Deluxe room at Paraa Safari Lodge

Moderate:  Pakuba Lodge

Budget: Fort Murchison Lodge (tents) | Murchison River Lodge (tents) | Red Chilli Rest Camp

• Day 2: The Power of the Nile & Big Game Drives
  A full day of exploration in Murchison Falls. Begin with a morning game drive across the rolling plains in search of lion, elephant, giraffe, and leopard. In the afternoon, embark on a memorable boat trip to the base of the falls. Witness the Nile River force itself through a narrow gorge before plunging 40 meters, and watch for vast schools of hippos, basking crocodiles, and the rare shoebill stork along the riverbanks.

Accommodation Options (Full Board)

Up-market: Anywade House | Deluxe room at Paraa Safari Lodge

Moderate:  Pakuba Lodge

Budget: Fort Murchison Lodge (tents) | Murchison River Lodge (tents) | Red Chilly Rest Camp.

• Day 3: Scenic Journey to the Primate Capital
  After breakfast, traverse the beautiful Rift Valley landscape, passing through remote villages and local farms. This scenic drive offers a glimpse into rural Ugandan life as you travel to the lush rainforests of Kibale National Park.

Accommodation options available (all on full board basis)

Up-market: Kyaninga Lodge | Crater Safari Lodge Kibale | Ndali Lodge

Moderate: Isunga Lodge | Kibale Forest Camp | Turaco Treetops

Low Budget: Tents at Kibale Forest Camp | Chimpanzee Forest Guesthouse

• Day 4: Chimpanzee Tracking & Highlands Transfer
  Venture into Kibale Forest, the ‘Primate Capital of the World,’ for an exhilarating chimpanzee tracking experience. Observe their fascinating behavior and spend an hour in their company. Later, journey through the picturesque highlands to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Accommodation options available in Bwindi (all on full board basis)

Standard Luxury: Mahogany Springs Lodge | Buhoma Lodge |Chameleon Hill Lodge | Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge Bwindi

Moderate: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge| Havens Community Lodge Buhoma 

Low Budget: Gorilla Haven Lodge Rushaga |   Gorilla Conservation Camp

• Day 5: A Life-Changing Gorilla Trek
  The pinnacle of your adventure. Trek into the ancient, mist-shrouded Bwindi Impenetrable Forest for a face-to-face encounter with a family of mountain gorillas. The hour you spend observing these gentle giants is a profound and humbling experience you will carry with you forever.

Accommodation Options (Full Board)

Standard Luxury: Mahogany Springs Lodge | Buhoma Lodge |Chameleon Hill Lodge | Nkuringo Gorilla Lodge Bwindi

Moderate: Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge| Havens Community Lodge Buhoma 

Low Budget: Gorilla Haven Lodge Rushaga |  Gorilla Conservation Camp.

• Day 6: Farewell & Journey Home
  Enjoy a final breakfast in the gorilla highlands before beginning your return journey. Depart for Kampala/Entebbe or, for added convenience, choose to end your tour in Kigali, Rwanda, or take a domestic flight from the nearby airstrip.

This Tour Package Includes:

• ✅ Gorilla Trekking Permit (US$800 per person)
• ✅ Kibale Chimp Tracking Permit
• ✅ All Game Drives & Boat Safaris (Murchison Falls NP)
• ✅ All National Park & Entrance Fees
• ✅ All Accommodation (as per itinerary)
• ✅ Meals (as specified on programme)