16-Day Uganda Big Five, Chimps & Gorilla Safari

Overview

A thorough, well-paced circuit for travelers who want the full range of Uganda’s headline wildlife — gorillas, chimpanzees and classic Big Five game viewing — without committing to our full 21-day circuit. Rest is built in throughout rather than left to the end.

Journey Highlights

Gorilla trekking in Bwindi and chimpanzee trekking in Kibale
The Murchison Falls boat cruise and Buligi game drive
Ishasha’s tree-climbing lions and the Kazinga Channel cruise
A walking and boat safari in Lake Mburo National Park

Day by Day

Days 1-2

Entebbe

Arrival and rest.

Days 3-4

Murchison Falls

Boat cruise, falls hike, game drive.

Days 5-6

Kibale

Chimpanzee trekking.

Days 7-9

Queen Elizabeth NP

Kazinga Channel, Ishasha lions.

Days 10-12

Bwindi

Gorilla trekking, rest day.

Days 13-14

Lake Mburo

Walking safari, boat safari.

Days 15-16

Entebbe & depart

Return transfer.

Trip Details

What's Included

All accommodation as specified, on a full-board basis
Private guide and 4x4 safari vehicle throughout
All park entrance fees and government taxes
All game drives, boat cruises and activities listed in the day-by-day itinerary
Gorilla and/or chimpanzee trekking permits, as specified in the itinerary
All internal transfers (road or light-aircraft, as specified)
Bottled water in-vehicle throughout
Airport meet-and-greet on arrival and departure

What's Excluded

International flights to and from Entebbe
Uganda visa fees
Travel insurance (strongly recommended)
Personal expenses (laundry, phone calls, curio purchases)
Gratuities for guides, drivers and lodge staff
Alcoholic and premium beverages, unless stated by the lodge
Optional activities not listed in the day-by-day itinerary

Day-by-day structure, inclusions and pricing basis are illustrative — confirm exact logistics, permit availability and lodge selection with operations before quoting a client.

16-Day Big Five, Chimps & Gorilla Highlights Safari

What's Included

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