Morning: After an early breakfast, embark on a scenic drive west towards Fort Portal, the gateway to Kibale National Park (approx. 5-6 hours). Enjoy the changing landscapes and rural Ugandan life along the way.

Afternoon: Arrive at your lodge near Kibale National Park. Check in and have lunch.

Late Afternoon: Participate in a briefing for your chimpanzee tracking experience.

Evening: Relax at your lodge, surrounded by the sounds of the forest.

Accommodation Suggestion: Mid-range to Luxury Lodge near Kibale (e.g., Primates Lodge Kibale, Kyaninga Lodge)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Morning: After an early breakfast, head to the Kanyanchu Visitor Center for another chimpanzee tracking briefing. Then, venture into the lush Kibale Forest National Park, renowned as the “Primates Capital of the World.” Spend a thrilling few hours tracking habituated chimpanzee communities, observing their playful antics and social interactions.

Afternoon: Enjoy lunch back at the lodge.

Late Afternoon: Embark on a guided walk through the Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary, a community-run initiative. This offers fantastic birdwatching opportunities (including the elusive Shoebill stork) and sightings of other primates like red-tailed monkeys, L’Hoest’s monkeys, and grey-cheeked mangabeys.

Evening: Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge.

Accommodation Suggestion: Mid-range to Luxury Lodge near Kibale (e.g., Primates Lodge Kibale, Kyaninga Lodge)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Morning: After breakfast, drive toQueen Elizabeth National Park (approx. 3-4 hours), a park known for its diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife.

Afternoon: Arrive and check into your lodge. After lunch, head for a thrillingboat safari on the Kazinga Channel. This natural channel connects Lake Edward and Lake George and is a haven for wildlife. Expect to see large numbers of hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, elephants, and a spectacular array of waterbirds.

Evening: Enjoy a game drive as you return to your lodge. Dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation Suggestion: Mid-range to Luxury Lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park (e.g., Mweya Safari Lodge, Katara Lodge)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Morning: Wake up early for an exhilaratingmorning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. This sector is famous for its vast savannah and is a prime spot for spotting lions (including the famous tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector if time and route permit), leopards, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, and various antelopes.

Late Morning: After the game drive, begin your scenic journey toBwindi Impenetrable National Park (approx. 5-6 hours, depending on the sector for gorilla trekking). The drive will take you through stunning Kigezi highlands, often referred to as the “Switzerland of Africa.”

Late Afternoon/Evening: Arrive at your lodge in Bwindi. The evening will be spent preparing for your gorilla trekking adventure.

Accommodation Suggestion: Mid-range to Luxury Lodge in Bwindi (e.g., Buhoma Lodge, Gorilla Forest Camp)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Morning: The highlight of your Uganda safari! After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing by the Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. You will then be divided into small groups and embark on yourgorilla trekking adventure. The trek can take anywhere from 2 to 8 hours, depending on the gorillas’ movements, and can be physically demanding. However, the reward of spending a precious hour with a habituated mountain gorilla family in their natural habitat is an unforgettable and truly life-changing experience.

Afternoon: After the trek, return to your lodge for lunch and some well-deserved relaxation.

Optional Activity (extra cost): In the afternoon, you may choose to participate in aBatwa Cultural Experience. Learn about the traditional way of life of the Batwa pygmy people, who were once inhabitants of the Bwindi forest.

Evening: Celebrate your incredible gorilla encounter with dinner and overnight stay.

Accommodation Suggestion: Mid-range to Luxury Lodge in Bwindi (e.g., Buhoma Lodge, Gorilla Forest Camp)

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Morning: Enjoy a relaxed breakfast at your lodge. Depending on your flight schedule, you will begin your journey back to Entebbe International Airport (approx. 8-9 hours drive).

Lunch: A packed lunch will be provided or a stop at a suitable restaurant en route.

Afternoon: Make a stop at theUganda Equator Monument for a photo opportunity and a brief demonstration.

Evening: Arrive at Entebbe International Airport for your international departure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch