7-Day Uganda Big 5, Gorillas & Chimps Safari
An epic 7-day circuit: Murchison Falls boat safaris, tree-climbing lions in Ishasha, Kibale chimp tracking, and gorilla trekking in Bwindi—ideal for Big Five enthusiasts.
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Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Entebbe → Murchison Falls
Transfer to Murchison Falls; sunset at the top of the falls
Overnight at Nile Safari Lodge or Sambiya River Lodge
Day 2: Falls Boat Cruise & Game Drive
Morning game drive; boat cruise to the falls’ base
Overnight at Nile Safari Lodge or Sambiya River Lodge
Day 3: Transfer to Kibale NP
Drive via Murchison Falls NP to Kibale; community walk
Overnight at Primates Lodge or Kibale Forest Camp
Day 4: Chimp Tracking & QENP Transfer
Morning chimp trek; afternoon transfer to Ishasha sector of QENP
Overnight at Ishasha Wilderness Camp or Enganzi Lodge
Day 5: Tree-Climbing Lions of Ishasha Sector
Early-morning Ishasha game drive for tree-climbing lions
Overnight at Buhoma Lodge or Silverback Lodge
Day 6: Gorilla Trek & Batwa
Gorilla trek; afternoon Batwa cultural visit
Overnight at Buhoma Lodge or Silverback Lodge
Day 7: Return to Entebbe
Morning departure; private transfer or charter flight back
- Park & permit fees (Big 5, chimps, gorillas)
- Full board accommodation
- Private 4×4 transfers; park boat cruise
- Community & Batwa visits; bottled water
Exclusions:
- International & charter flights
- Visas & insurance; tips; extras