Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Lakeside Serenity
- Arrive at Entebbe International Airport (EBB).
- Transfer to Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa.
- Spend the afternoon relaxing amidst the lush gardens, enjoying the serene lake views, and unwinding after your journey.
- Dinner and overnight at Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa.
Day 2: Journey to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Onwards to Murchison Falls
- After breakfast, depart from Entebbe, heading north (approx. 3-4 hours drive).
- Stop at Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch for a guided rhino tracking experience on foot. This offers a unique opportunity to see Uganda's only wild rhinos.
- Enjoy lunch at Ziwa or en route.
- Continue your journey to Murchison Falls National Park (approx. 2-3 hours drive from Ziwa).
- Arrive at Nile Safari Lodge, check in, and settle into your luxurious surroundings with views of the Nile River.
- Dinner and overnight at Nile Safari Lodge.
Day 3: Murchison Falls Exploration – Boat Trip & Game Drive
- Morning activity: Embark on a thrilling boat trip up the Nile River to the base of the magnificent Murchison Falls. Witness the immense power of the Nile as it forces its way through a narrow gorge, and spot hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of water birds.
- Return to the lodge for lunch and some relaxation.
- Afternoon: Undertake an exhilarating game drive in the northern bank of Murchison Falls National Park. Search for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, antelopes, and various bird species.
- Dinner and overnight at Nile Safari Lodge.
Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
- After an early breakfast, begin your journey to Kibale Forest National Park (a longer drive, approximately 6-8 hours, depending on road conditions and stops).
- This scenic drive takes you through rural landscapes, passing by tea plantations and local villages.
- Lunch will be taken en route.
- Arrive at Primate Lodge Kibale, nestled close to the forest, and check in.
- Dinner and overnight at Primate Lodge Kibale.
Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking & Cultural Immersion in Kibale
- After breakfast, head to the Kanyanchu Visitor's Centre for a briefing before your chimpanzee tracking experience.
- Spend the morning tracking habituated chimpanzee communities, observing their playful interactions and listening to their captivating calls within the forest.
- Return to the lodge for lunch.
- In the afternoon, embark on a cultural visit to a local community or the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for more primate and bird viewing, gaining insight into local life and conservation efforts.
- Dinner and overnight at Primate Lodge Kibale.
Day 6: Transfer to Northern Queen Elizabeth National Park – Crater Lakes
- After breakfast, depart for Northern Queen Elizabeth National Park (approx. 2-3 hours drive).
- The drive offers stunning views of the surrounding landscapes, including the picturesque crater lakes region.
- Arrive at Elephant Plains Lodge, strategically located with panoramic views over the tranquil crater lakes, and check in.
- Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Kasenyi plains, renowned for its excellent opportunities to spot lions, Uganda kobs, and other savanna wildlife.
- Dinner and overnight at Elephant Plains Lodge.
Day 7: Ishasha's Tree-Climbing Lions & Kazinga Channel Cruise
- After breakfast, drive south to the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park (approx. 2-3 hours drive), famous for its unique tree-climbing lions.
- Enjoy a dedicated game drive in Ishasha to search for these incredible felines relaxing in the fig trees.
- Continue to the Mweya Peninsula for lunch.
- In the afternoon, embark on a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a natural channel connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. This cruise offers fantastic opportunities to see abundant hippos, crocodiles, and a vast array of water birds.
- Transfer to Ishasha Wilderness Camp for dinner and overnight, immersing yourself in the wild.
Day 8: Journey to Bwindi – The Gorilla Sanctuary
- Enjoy a final early morning game drive in Ishasha (time permitting) or a leisurely breakfast at camp.
- Depart for Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park (approx. 3-4 hours drive from Ishasha, depending on the sector and road conditions).
- The journey takes you through breathtaking hilly landscapes of the Kigezi region.
- Arrive at Gorilla Forest Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary, and check in.
- Spend the afternoon relaxing and preparing for your unforgettable gorilla trekking experience.
- Dinner and overnight at Gorilla Forest Lodge.
Day 9: Soul-Stirring Mountain Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Culture
- After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing on gorilla trekking etiquette and safety.
- Embark on the highly anticipated mountain gorilla trekking adventure. The trek can vary in length and difficulty, but the reward of spending an hour with these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat is truly profound.
- In the afternoon (time and energy permitting), experience the unique Batwa cultural visit, learning about the forest's original inhabitants and their traditional way of life.
- Return to the lodge to relax and reflect on this life-altering encounter.
- Dinner and overnight at Gorilla Forest Lodge.
Day 10: Departure
- After a leisurely breakfast, depart from Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.
- Depending on your flight schedule, you can choose to drive back to Entebbe (a full day's journey, approximately 8-10 hours) or opt for a domestic flight from Kihihi or Kisoro airstrip back to Entebbe (flight duration around 1-1.5 hours, plus transfers to and from the airstrips).
