Uganda Gorilla Trekking Packages 2026
July 14, 2026
10 Day Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Big 5 Game Safari in Uganda
Experience the very best of Uganda on an unforgettable 10-Day Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Big 5 Game Safari, a journey designed for travelers seeking close encounters with Africa’s incredible wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic cultural experiences. Known as the “Pearl of Africa,” Uganda offers a unique blend of tropical forests, savannah plains, mountain scenery, and rich traditions, making it one of Africa’s most rewarding safari destinations.
This carefully crafted safari combines thrilling Big 5 wildlife encounters, fascinating primate experiences, and the once-in-a-lifetime adventure of mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. From the moment you arrive, you will explore Uganda’s diverse ecosystems, beginning with the mighty savannahs of Murchison Falls National Park, home to elephants, lions, leopards, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos, and countless bird species. Witness the powerful Nile River squeeze through the narrow Murchison Falls gorge and enjoy unforgettable game drives and a scenic boat cruise along the Victoria Nile.
Continue your adventure into the ancient forests of Kibale National Park, the primate capital of the world, where you will trek through lush rainforest in search of wild chimpanzees. Walking beneath towering trees while listening to the sounds of the forest and observing these intelligent primates in their natural habitat is an experience that connects you deeply with nature.
The highlight of this safari takes you to the misty mountains of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. Embark on a guided gorilla trekking adventure through the dense rainforest, where every step brings you closer to a magical encounter with a gorilla family. Watching these gentle giants interact, feed, play, and care for their young is a truly unforgettable wildlife experience.
Beyond wildlife, this 10-day Uganda safari offers opportunities to discover the country’s beautiful landscapes, local communities, and warm hospitality. Travel through scenic countryside, enjoy authentic cultural interactions, and experience the harmony between Uganda’s people, wildlife, and conservation efforts.
Whether you are a first-time visitor to Africa, a wildlife photographer, a nature lover, or an adventure seeker, the 10-Day Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Big 5 Game Safari in Uganda offers the perfect combination of adventure, relaxation, and discovery. With comfortable accommodation, expert local guides, and carefully planned routes, Qash Safaris Ltd ensures you experience Uganda’s most iconic destinations while creating memories that will last a lifetime.
Day by Day Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Lake Victoria Adventure & Search for the Dinosaur
Your journey begins with a pickup from your hotel or the airport by your private guide.
You’ll head to the shores of Lake Victoria for a shoebill trek, where you’ll first board a motorboat, then switch to a local community canoe to reach the heart of the swamp. Here, you’ll search for the legendary shoebill, a rare dinosaur like bird found only in a few parts of Africa.
After the trek, you’ll continue your journey in a safari Land Cruiser, comfortably equipped for road travel and fitted with tablets offering movies for the drive. You’ll arrive at Uganda’s only rhino sanctuary, check in to your lodge and relax, rhinos often roam close to the accommodation, offering close encounters right from your doorstep.
Day 2: Rhino Trekking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
You’ll start your day with a rare and unforgettable experience, tracking rhinos on foot in the only place in Uganda where wild rhinos roam freely. This guided walking experience, led by expert rangers, allows you to approach these endangered giants safely and observe them at close range in their natural environment.
After the trek, you’ll continue your journey north to Murchison Falls, Uganda’s largest and oldest national park. As you drive through the savannah, keep your eyes open, wildlife like giraffes, elephants and antelopes are often seen even before you reach the lodge.
Day 3: Morning Game Drive and Nile Adventure at Murchison Falls National Park
You’ll start your day with a morning game drive as you search for the rest of the Big Five, lions, leopards, elephants and buffalo. Wildlife is very diverse here, with good chances of spotting giraffes, Uganda kobs, Jackson’s hartebeest, bushbucks, hyenas and warthogs.
In the afternoon, you’ll take a boat safari on the Nile, the longest river in the world, to the base of Murchison Falls, the most powerful waterfall on the planet. Watch as the river forces its way through a 7 meter gorge and plunges 43 meters below. Along the way, keep an eye out for hippos, crocodiles and birds like fish eagles and kingfishers.
Day 4: Hyenas and the World’s Most Powerful Waterfall
You’ll start the day with a final drive through Murchison Falls National Park. Early morning offers great chances to spot hyenas and other wildlife, so keep your camera ready.
Your last stop in the park is the top of Murchison Falls, where the entire Nile surges through a 7-meter gap in the rock. The sound, the spray, and the sheer force make this one of Africa’s most dramatic natural sights.
From here, you’ll head south toward Kibale. The landscape shifts quickly, from dry savannah to lush hills blanketed in tea plantations.
You’ll check in at the lodge and rest after the journey.
Day 5: Kibale National Park Adventure
You’ll start your day by choosing one of several enriching experiences around Kibale:
You’ll visit a local vanilla plantation. You’ll discover how Uganda’s vanilla is grown and processed. Walk through the farm, learn and even plant a vanilla plant yourself.
You’ll guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. This community run project offers more than nature. You’ll learn about traditional coffee making, medicinal plants, local crafts and how banana beer and gin are brewed.
You’ll hike to nearby crater lakes. A scenic walk through lush terrain leading to serene volcanic lakes with stunning views.
Day 6: Chimpanzee Trekking & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
This morning, you’ll start with chimpanzee trekking in Kalinzu Forest, a scenic reserve known for its wild chimpanzee population. With the help of experienced local guides, you’ll track a chimp group and once found, spend up to one hour observing their behavior in the wild. It’s a raw, unfiltered wildlife experience that gives real insight into how these primates live.
In the afternoon, you’ll set off on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, home to one of the world’s largest hippo populations. You’ll glide past massive pods of hippos, crocodiles basking on the banks and large herds of elephants and buffalo coming to drink. Few places in Africa offer such consistent and close up encounters with wildlife.
Day 7: Tree-Climbing Lions and Bwindi Gorilla Land
Today, you’ll travel through the remote Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, best known as the place to see tree climbing lions. This is one of the few areas in Africa where lions regularly rest in the branches of large fig trees, a rare and fascinating sight.
You’ll explore the open savannah of Ishasha, looking out for tree climbing lions, topis and elephants before continuing the journey to Bwindi.
As you drive south, the scenery shifts from flat plains to rolling, cultivated hills and finally into the dense, mountainous jungle of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
You’ll arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon and enjoy a quiet evening in the heart of gorilla territory.
Day 8: Gorilla Trekking at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today, you’ll trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. After a short briefing, you’ll set off with your guide into the forest to track one of the habituated gorilla families. Once located, you’ll spend one unforgettable hour observing them up close, playing, moving through the trees and interacting with each other in their natural environment.
This is the highlight of any trip to Uganda and an experience that leaves a lasting impression.
After the trek, you will continue your adventure to Lake Bunyonyi.
Day 9: Lake Bunyonyi & Lake Mburo National Park
You’ll start your day at Lake Bunyonyi, one of Uganda’s most tranquil and picturesque locations. Surrounded by terraced hills and dotted with 29 islands, it offers the perfect atmosphere for a peaceful morning.
Afterward, you will continue your journey to Lake Mburo National Park. Upon arrival, you’ll check in to your accommodation and decide whether to relax or continue your adventure with an exciting evening game drive, beginning to explore this unique park.
Day 10: Walking Safari at Lake Mburo National Park
You’ll begin the day with a game drive or walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest savannah park, but one packed with wildlife. This is one of the best places in the country to spot zebras and impalas, alongside giraffes and buffalo. The peaceful landscape offers a perfect contrast to the dense forests visited earlier in the trip.
After the safari, you’ll travel back to Entebbe, stopping at the Equator for lunch. Here, you’ll have time to enjoy a good meal, take a few last photos and browse local craft shops for souvenirs before returning to Entebbe to wrap up your trip. 10 Days Gorilla Chimpanzee Safari
Join Qash Safaris Ltd for an extraordinary 10 day journey through Uganda’s forests, rivers, and savannahs, where every day brings a new adventure and every moment brings you closer to Africa’s wild heart.
