14-Day Ultimate Uganda Primate & Wilderness Safari

Journey overview

The Complete Uganda Expedition – From the Mighty Nile to the Virunga Volcanoes

Experience Uganda in its fullest expression on this extraordinary fourteen-day expedition through the country's most celebrated national parks and hidden wilderness. Carefully designed for travelers seeking more than a traditional safari, this journey combines exceptional wildlife encounters with immersive cultural experiences and breathtaking scenery. From the roaring Murchison Falls and the untouched wilderness of Kidepo Valley to the ancient rainforests of Kibale and Bwindi, every destination reveals another side of Uganda's remarkable beauty. Track wild chimpanzees through tropical forests, search for tree-climbing lions across the savannah, spend time with endangered mountain gorillas, encounter playful golden monkeys beneath the Virunga Volcanoes, and unwind beside the tranquil waters of Lake Bunyonyi. This is Uganda at its most complete; an unforgettable journey through one of Africa's most diverse and rewarding safari destinations.

Route at a glance

Entebbe International Airport → Kampala → Murchison Falls National Park → Kidepo Valley National Park → Fort Portal → Kibale Forest National Park → Queen Elizabeth National Park → Ishasha Sector → Bwindi Impenetrable National Park → Mgahinga Gorilla National Park → Lake Bunyonyi → Kigali International Airport

Duration 14 days · 13 nights

Journey Private & tailor-made

Pace Active

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Programme summary

Your journey at a glance

Day	Place / route	Highlights	Stay
1	Entebbe International Airport to Kampala (40–50 km \| Approx. 45–75 minutes)	Airport meet & greet; Lake Victoria views; Private transfer; Safari briefing	Kampala Serena Hotel
2	Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park (Approx. 6–8 hours or optional charter flight)	Scenic countryside; Murchison Falls boat cruise; Evening game drive	Paraa Safari Lodge
3		Morning game drive; Top of the Falls hike; Panoramic viewpoints	Paraa Safari Lodge
4	Charter Flight to Kidepo Valley National Park	Scenic charter flight; Narus Valley; Afternoon game drive	Apoka Safari Lodge
5		Full-day safari; Karamojong cultural visit (optional); Exceptional birdlife	Apoka Safari Lodge
6	Fly back to Kampala then west through rolling tea plantations towards Fort Portal beneath the Rwenzori Mountains	Scenic charter flight; Tea plantations; Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary	Kyaninga Lodge
7		Chimpanzee trekking; Tropical rainforest; Optional crater lake excursion	Kyaninga Lodge
8	Travel south into Queen Elizabeth National Park	Scenic drive; Afternoon game drive; Rwenzori Mountain views	Kyambura Gorge Lodge
9		Morning game drive; Kazinga Channel boat safari; Incredible wildlife photography	Kyambura Gorge Lodge
10	Travel through the Ishasha Sector before continuing into the mist-covered mountains surrounding Bwindi Impenetrable National Park	Ishasha game drive; Tree-climbing lions; Scenic highlands	Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
11		Gorilla trekking; One-hour gorilla encounter; UNESCO World Heritage rainforest	Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
12		A Second Gorilla Trek (additional permit required); Guided Nature Walk through Bwindi's ancient forest; Batwa Cultural Experience, learning about the traditions of the forest's original inhabitants	Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge
13	Travel to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park beneath the dramatic Virunga Volcanoes	Golden Monkey Tracking; Virunga Volcanoes; Bamboo forest	Mount Gahinga Lodge
14	Lake Bunyonyi and scenic drive to Kigali International Airport	Lake Bunyonyi; Traditional canoe excursion (optional); Scenic drive to Kigali	—

The essentials

What your journey includes

Included

Private airport meet and greet upon arrival.
Private 4×4 custom safari vehicle with pop-up roof.
Charter flights as specified in the itinerary.
Professional English-speaking safari guide.
Accommodation as outlined.
Meals as indicated (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
Gorilla trekking permit (one permit per guest).
Chimpanzee trekking permit.
Golden Monkey tracking permit.
Murchison Falls boat cruise.
Kazinga Channel boat cruise.
Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary guided walk.
Scheduled game drives.
All park entrance and conservation fees.
Bottled drinking water during the safari.
All applicable government taxes and levies.

Not included

International and regional flights.
Uganda visa fees.
Comprehensive travel and medical insurance.
Optional activities not specified in the itinerary.
Second gorilla trekking permit (if selected).
Alcoholic and premium beverages unless otherwise stated.
Tips and gratuities for guides, rangers and lodge staff.
Personal expenses including laundry, telephone calls and souvenirs.
Additional accommodation before or after the safari.
Items of a personal nature.

Day by day

Your itinerary

14 days

Day 01

Welcome to the Pearl of Africa

Entebbe International Airport to Kampala (40–50 km | Approx. 45–75 minutes)

HighlightsAirport meet & greet; Lake Victoria views; Private transfer; Safari briefing

Your Ugandan adventure begins with a warm welcome from your private safari guide before transferring to your luxury hotel. Relax after your international journey and enjoy a personalized safari briefing introducing the unforgettable experiences ahead.

MealsDinner (depending on arrival time)

Accommodation

Kampala Serena Hotel

Day 02

The Mighty Nile Awaits

Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park (Approx. 6–8 hours or optional charter flight)

HighlightsScenic countryside; Murchison Falls boat cruise; Evening game drive

Travel north through Uganda's beautiful countryside before arriving at Murchison Falls National Park. This afternoon, cruise towards the base of the falls, where the Nile narrows dramatically before exploding through a seven-metre gorge.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Paraa Safari Lodge

Day 03

Where the Nile Meets the Savannah

HighlightsMorning game drive; Top of the Falls hike; Panoramic viewpoints

Rise before sunrise for a rewarding game drive across Uganda's largest national park before hiking to the iconic Top of the Falls, where the thunder and spray of the Nile create one of Africa's greatest natural spectacles.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Paraa Safari Lodge

Day 04

Into Africa's Last Great Wilderness

Charter Flight to Kidepo Valley National Park

HighlightsScenic charter flight; Narus Valley; Afternoon game drive

Board a scenic charter flight into the remote landscapes of Kidepo Valley National Park, widely regarded as one of Africa's most untouched safari destinations. After lunch, enjoy your first game drive across the spectacular Narus Valley.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Apoka Safari Lodge

Day 05

Exploring Uganda's Wild Frontier

HighlightsFull-day safari; Karamojong cultural visit (optional); Exceptional birdlife

Spend a full day discovering Kidepo's vast landscapes during morning and afternoon game drives. The park's remoteness creates an intimate safari experience with remarkably few vehicles. Later, enjoy an optional cultural visit to a traditional Karamojong community.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Apoka Safari Lodge

Day 06

From the Wild North to Uganda's Green Highlands

Fly back to Kampala then west through rolling tea plantations towards Fort Portal beneath the Rwenzori Mountains

HighlightsScenic charter flight; Tea plantations; Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary

Fly back to Kampala before continuing west through rolling tea plantations towards Fort Portal beneath the Rwenzori Mountains. If time permits, enjoy a guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Kyaninga Lodge

Day 07

Tracking Our Closest Relatives

HighlightsChimpanzee trekking; Tropical rainforest; Optional crater lake excursion

Today you'll enter Kibale Forest National Park in search of one of Africa's largest populations of wild chimpanzees. Once located, spend one unforgettable hour observing these remarkable primates in their natural habitat.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Kyaninga Lodge

Day 08

Into the Great Rift Valley

Travel south into Queen Elizabeth National Park

HighlightsScenic drive; Afternoon game drive; Rwenzori Mountain views

Travel south into Queen Elizabeth National Park, where open savannah, crater lakes and wetlands combine to create one of Uganda's richest ecosystems. An afternoon game drive introduces you to this remarkable landscape.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Day 09

Safari on Land and Water

HighlightsMorning game drive; Kazinga Channel boat safari; Incredible wildlife photography

Begin the morning searching for predators before boarding one of East Africa's finest wildlife cruises along the Kazinga Channel.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Day 10

In Search of Uganda's Tree-Climbing Lions

Travel through the Ishasha Sector before continuing into the mist-covered mountains surrounding Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

HighlightsIshasha game drive; Tree-climbing lions; Scenic highlands

Travel through the Ishasha Sector before continuing into the mist-covered mountains surrounding Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge

Day 11

An Hour with the Gentle Giants

HighlightsGorilla trekking; One-hour gorilla encounter; UNESCO World Heritage rainforest

Today delivers one of the world's greatest wildlife encounters. Guided by experienced rangers, trek through Bwindi's ancient rainforest until you find your assigned gorilla family. Spend one unforgettable hour observing these magnificent primates in complete silence and respect.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge

Day 12

A Day to Discover More

HighlightsA Second Gorilla Trek (additional permit required); Guided Nature Walk through Bwindi's ancient forest; Batwa Cultural Experience, learning about the traditions of the forest's original inhabitants

Today's flexible programme allows you to personalise your experience. Choose from: A Second Gorilla Trek (additional permit required); Guided Nature Walk through Bwindi's ancient forest; Batwa Cultural Experience, learning about the traditions of the forest's original inhabitants. This extra day allows you to experience Bwindi beyond its famous gorillas, making the journey richer and more meaningful.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge

Day 13

Among the Golden Monkeys

Travel to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park beneath the dramatic Virunga Volcanoes

HighlightsGolden Monkey Tracking; Virunga Volcanoes; Bamboo forest

Travel to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park beneath the dramatic Virunga Volcanoes. Track the playful Golden Monkeys through bamboo forests before enjoying breathtaking mountain scenery. Adventurous travellers may also choose to hike one of the volcanic peaks.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch • Dinner

Accommodation

Mount Gahinga Lodge

Day 14

A Peaceful Farewell

Lake Bunyonyi and scenic drive to Kigali International Airport

HighlightsLake Bunyonyi; Traditional canoe excursion (optional); Scenic drive to Kigali

Before departing East Africa, enjoy time beside the beautiful shores of Lake Bunyonyi. Take an optional traditional canoe excursion or simply relax while admiring one of Africa's most picturesque lakes before continuing to Kigali International Airport.

MealsBreakfast • Lunch

Starting prices are a guide. Travel dates, number of travellers, room arrangements, accommodation, flights and optional activities can change the final cost. Your quotation confirms the price and exactly what it covers.

Season	Travel dates	1 Person	2 People	3 People	4-6 People	7-12 People
Dry SeasonBest conditions for gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking and game viewing. Rates shown for Mid-Range Package; Luxury Package and Private Guide rates also published in the source document.	June-August & December-February	USD 12,850	USD 10,950	USD 9,850	USD 8,950	USD 8,250
Wet SeasonLush vegetation, fewer tourists, lower prices. Rates shown for Mid-Range Package; Luxury Package and Private Guide rates also published in the source document.	March-May & September-November	USD 11,850	USD 10,150	USD 9,150	USD 8,350	USD 7,750

14-Day Ultimate Uganda Primate & Wilderness Safari

The Complete Uganda Expedition – From the Mighty Nile to the Virunga Volcanoes

Is this the right safari for you?

Your journey at a glance

What your journey includes

Included

Not included

Your itinerary

Welcome to the Pearl of Africa

The Mighty Nile Awaits

Where the Nile Meets the Savannah

Into Africa's Last Great Wilderness

Exploring Uganda's Wild Frontier

From the Wild North to Uganda's Green Highlands

Tracking Our Closest Relatives

Into the Great Rift Valley

Safari on Land and Water

In Search of Uganda's Tree-Climbing Lions

An Hour with the Gentle Giants

A Day to Discover More

Among the Golden Monkeys

A Peaceful Farewell

Journey rates USD · Per person

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