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8-Day Best of Uganda Safari

8-Day Best of Uganda Safari: The Ultimate Primate & Wildlife Odyssey

Uganda, famously dubbed the “Pearl of Africa,” offers an intensity of nature that few places on earth can match. This 8-day Best of Uganda Safari is a carefully curated journey. It connects you with the world’s most majestic creatures across ancient rainforests and sprawling savannahs.
From the mist-covered peaks of Bwindi to the sun-drenched plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park, this itinerary balances thrill-seeking adventure with serenity. Consequently, you will experience the very best of African hospitality and wilderness.

At a Glance: What to Expect

  • Mountain Gorilla Trekking: A life-changing encounter in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
  • Chimpanzee Tracking: Explore the “Primate Capital of the World” in Kibale.
  • The Big Game: Search for the legendary tree-climbing lions of Ishasha.
  • Water Safaris: A scenic boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel.

Tour features

GAME DRIVES

Safaris include daily game drives in a high quality Land Cruiser, suitable for up to 7 people.

Game Drive

MEALS AND DRINKS INCLUDED

All meals as listed, local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are included.

RECOMMENDED DATES

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Day by day highlights

  • Day 1: Welcome to the Pearl of Africa
  • Day 2: The Journey to Bwindi’s Ancient Forest
  • Day 3: A Life-Changing Encounter: Gorilla Trekking
  • Day 4: Into the Wilds of Queen Elizabeth National Park
  • Day 5: Savannah Giants and the Kazinga Channel
  • Day 6: Transfer to the Primate Capital
  • Day 7: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale
  • Day 8: Scenic Return to Entebbe
  1. Season & Dates
    Solo
    2 Pax
    4 Pax
    6 Pax
    Low Season
    1 MAR – 31 MAY
    High Season
    1 NOV – 20 DEC
    6 JAN – 29 FEB
    Peak Season
    1 JUN – 31 OCT
    21 DEC – 5 JAN

THE BUDGET:

8 Days from $ per person

Price is an estimate only and is dependant on group size, age of children, time of year and your choice of camps.

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MAKE IT EXTRA SPECIAL:

We can incorporate all kind of activities in your safari, like coffee farm tours, hot air balloon, Maasai cultural tours, canoe safari, zip-lining and hiking. See below for our optional extras.

Entebbe Town

Day 1: Welcome to the Pearl of Africa

Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, our professional guide will meet you. After a warm greeting, you’ll be transferred to your boutique hotel. Furthermore, you can take this evening to relax. Enjoy a fresh dinner by Lake Victoria and prepare for the journey ahead.
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Meal Plan: Breakfast
8 Day Best of Uganda Safari

Day 2: The Journey to Bwindi’s Ancient Forest

After an early breakfast, we begin our scenic flight toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. As we cross the Equator, the landscape transforms into rolling emerald hills. This UNESCO World Heritage site is home to half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Therefore, the drive itself is a visual feast of African geography.
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Meal Plan: All meals included
Uganda Gorilla Tracking

Day 3: A Life-Changing Encounter: Gorilla Trekking

This is the day you’ve dreamed of. First, you will receive a briefing from the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Then, you will head into the dense forest. The trek can take a few hours. However, the moment you lock eyes with a Mountain Gorilla, time stands still. You will spend one hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
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Meal Plan: All meals included
Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 4: Into the Wilds of Queen Elizabeth National Park

We leave the rainforest behind and head North. Specifically, we enter the Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. This area is world-renowned for its unique tree-climbing lions. Keep your binoculars ready, because these majestic cats often lounge in ancient fig trees to escape the heat.
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Meal Plan: All meals included
kazinga Channel Uganda

Day 5: Savannah Giants and the Kazinga Channel

Your morning begins with a sunrise game drive. Look for elephants, leopards, and various antelope species. Later, we board a boat for the Kazinga Channel cruise. This waterway is a magnet for wildlife. As a result, you can expect to see hundreds of hippos and elephants cooling off at the water’s edge.
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Meal Plan: All meals included
Kibale Forest National Park

Day 6: Transfer to the Primate Capital

Next, we bid farewell to the savannah and head toward Kibale Forest National Park. This lush tropical rainforest holds the highest density of primates in Africa. In the afternoon, you may take a guided walk through the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary to spot rare birds and monkeys.
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Meal Plan: All meals included
Kibale Forest National Park

Day 7: Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale

Kibale is home to over 1,500 chimpanzees. Today, you will join a tracking team to find a habituated troop. Watching our closest genetic relatives play and communicate is an exhilarating experience. It perfectly complements your previous gorilla trek.
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Meal Plan: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
Fort Portal Crater Lakes Region

Day 8: Scenic Return to Entebbe

Finally, after an African breakfast, we begin our return journey. We’ll stop for lunch and last-minute souvenir shopping. Eventually, we arrive at the airport for your evening departure. You’ll leave with a camera full of photos and a heart full of memories.

Why Choose This Safari?

Feature Why It Matters
Expert Guides Local knowledge ensures you find the wildlife others miss.
All-Inclusive Logistics We handle permits, transport, and lodging for your peace of mind.
Ethical Tourism Permit fees directly support gorilla conservation and community health.
Are you ready to witness the magic of the Mountain Gorillas?
We can provide a customized quote or a specific packing list for this 8-day journey—which would you prefer to see next?
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  • The package includes:-
  • Professional Private Guide: A dedicated, English-speaking driver-guide with expert knowledge of Ugandan flora and fauna.
  • Park Entry Fees: All conservation fees for Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth, and Kibale National Parks.
  • Transport: Private 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for optimal 360-degree photography.
  • Full Board Accommodation: All meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) and overnight stays at selected luxury lodges.
  • Airport Transfers: Meet-and-greet service and round-trip transfers from Entebbe International Airport.
  • The package excludes:-
  • International airfare and Uganda Entry Visas.
  • Gratuities for guides and lodge staff.

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