Take yourself on an action-packed 10 days discounted gorilla safari to the most fascinating destinations in Uganda such as, Kibale national park famous for chimpanzee trekking, Bwindi impenetrable national park for gorilla trekking, Queen Elizabeth national park for wildlife species, and many bird species. Although it might be challenging to decide what sights to see in just a short amount of time, 10 days in Uganda can still give you a great overview of the country. Whether you’re exploring the vibrant urban cities, boating in the glistening lakes, or venturing on a jungle safari, you can find the right Uganda itinerary for 10 days for your trip!
Tour highlights
Day 1 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
Day 2 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Transfer to Kibale National Park
Day 3 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Chimpanzee trekking & a visit to Bigodi wetland swamp
Day 4 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park & have an afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga channel
Day 5 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Morning game drive in Ishasha sector & transfer to Bwindi impenetrable national park
Day 6 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: first day Gorilla trekking & a community walk
Day 7 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: second day gorilla trekking
Day 8 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park & have an evening game drive
Day 9 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Morning guided walk & afternoon boat cruise
Day 10 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Departure back to Kampala
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, our company representative welcomes you and takes you to your booked hotel in either Entebbe or Kampala. Overnight at Cassia Lodge or Forest cottages Kampala.
Day 2 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Transfer to Kibale National Park
Drive to Kibale forest for a full day of 8 hours. Pass through the beautiful agricultural countryside where you meet every type of Fruits and vegetables grown here. Enjoy the scenery of Rwenzori Mountains commonly known as mountains of the moon. Drive through the beautiful tea plantations and into Kibale tropical rain forest. Overnight and diner at Chimpanzee forest Guest House/ Kibale Forest Camp- Full board
Day 3 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Chimpanzee trekking & a visit to Bigodi wetland swamp
Have breakfast and proceed to the park headquarters for your briefing about the dos and don’ts of chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park. The park ranger leads you to start your search for the chimps. Once you meet them, you are given 1 hour to interact with these endangered species as you take some photos of them. Return to the lodge for lunch and then proceed with your dive to Bigodi swamp wetland to view more primate species. After get back to the lodge for dinner and overnight at Chimpanzee Forest guest House/ Kibale Forest Camp- Full board
Day 4 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park & have an afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga channel
Have breakfast in the morning and then drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park through fort portal with hope of seeing the glaciated peaks. When you reach the park, check in at the lodge and proceed for an afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga channel. After, get back to the lodge for dinner and overnight. Enganzi Lodge/ Bush lodge- Full board
Day 5 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Morning game drive in Ishasha sector & transfer to Bwindi impenetrable national park
Have breakfast; proceed for a morning game drive where you will see many animal species including the tree climbing lions, elephants, kobs, antelopes and many bird species. Proceed with your drive to Bwindi impenetrable National park, the capital of mountain gorillas. Upon your arrival, check in to the lodge for dinner at Buhoma community rest camp/ Rushaga gorilla camp
Day 6 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: first day Gorilla trekking & a community walk
Early in the morning after having your breakfast, proceed to the headquarters for your briefing about the dos and don’ts of gorilla trekking in Bwindi forest. The park rangers will lead you to start searching for the mountain gorillas; you enjoys lot of vegetation covers well as animal species including African elephants, monkeys as well as chimpanzees. Once you come face to face with the gorillas, you are amazed and given 1 full hour to interact with them as you take photos of these endangered species.
After the trek, have lunch at the lodge and then proceed for a community walk to the nearby communities as you get to learn about their way of living. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight at Buhoma Community Rest Camp/Rushaga Gorilla Camp – Full Board
Day 7 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: second day gorilla trekking
Early in the morning after having your breakfast, proceed to the headquarters for your briefing about the dos and don’ts of gorilla trekking in Bwindi forest. The park rangers will lead you to start searching for the mountain gorillas; you enjoys lot of vegetation covers well as animal species including African elephants, monkeys as well as chimpanzees. Once you come face to face with the gorillas, you are amazed and given 1 full hour to interact with them as you take photos of these endangered species. After, return to the lodge for a late lunch and relax at the lodge for the evening.
Day 8 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park & have an evening game drive
Have breakfast and then start your drive to Lake Mburo National Park. The drive is 6 to 7 hours and it’s the smallest park, good for birding, antelopes, impalas, zebras, water bucks, buffaloes, 310 recorded bird species. There are both day and night game drives. Upon your arrival, you engage in an evening game drive to see many animals mentioned above. Overnight at Eagle’s nest Lodge.
Day 9 of the 10 days discounted gorilla safari: Morning guided walk & afternoon boat cruise
Have breakfast at the lodge and then proceed for a guided walk in the park where you will view many animal species including the antelopes, impalas, zebras, water bucks, buffaloes, and many more. After return to the lodge for lunch and after proceed for an afternoon boat cruise on the lake to see hippos, crocodiles, water birds and many more. Overnight at Eagle’s nest Lodge
Day 10 of the discounted gorilla safari: Departure back to Kampala
Have breakfast at the Lodge and then drive to Kampala having lunch en route. Have a stopover at the Mpambire drum makers before proceeding to Kampala. The guide will either drop you at the airport or at the hotel in Kampala.
END OF SAFARI
The safari package includes
Airport Transfers
Transportation by 4 WD safari van, Fuel expenses
Accommodation while on safari
The costs also cover the services of English speaking driver/guide
Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) while on safari,
1 soft drink per meal i.e. a soda or mineral water at/during lunch and dinner,
Park entrance fees
Two gorilla permit per person
Community visit
Ranger fees
Lots of fun in the African Sun
Fuel plus all activities while on the tour as will be detailed in your itinerary.
One Chimpanzee permit
Boat cruise and game drives
Excluded in the 10 day Gorilla Safari are:
Local and international flights, Personal Travel insurance, Visa Fees, drinks, cigarettes, tips, souvenirs and any other items of personal nature.
TRIP INFORMATION
This is a tailor-made safari that can be amended to meet your specific requirements including your preferred number of days, preferred dates of travel, standard of lodges and budget.