9 Days Uganda Safari
TOUr Overview
9 days Uganda safari rewards you with the best of Gorilla Trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale Forest National Park. This package also covers Ziwa Rhino Tracking experience, guided game drives & boat cruises in the top parks in Uganda especially Murchison Falls National Park and Queen Elizabeth National Park. Book 9 days Uganda safari, 8 nights and return home when filled with lots of lasting memories. Your 9 days Uganda safari begins and ends in Entebbe/Kampala.
detailed itinerary
Day 1: A tour to Murchison Falls-en-route Rhino tracking at Ziwa
Start your Uganda safari with an early pick-up and journey to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest park. En route, enjoy rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, followed by lunch in Masindi. Visit the top of Murchison Fallsfor breathtaking views of the Nile crashing through a 7-meter gorge. Overnight at your selected lodge.
Day 2: A safari game drive & boat cruise-Murchison Falls N/Park
Enjoy a morning game drive in the northern sector spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, and more. In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise on the Victoria Nile to the bottom of the falls, watching hippos, crocodiles, and birds. Optional hike to the top of the falls.
Highlights: Wildlife viewing, Nile boat cruise, scenic trek.
Day 3: A trip to Kibale Forest National Park (KFNP)-Primate capital of the world
Depart Murchison for Kibale Forest National Park, passing through the stunning western rift valley escarpment. Stop for lunch in Fort Portal and check into your lodge.
Highlights: Scenic drive, Fort Portal views.
Day 4: Chimpanzee Tracking-Bigodi nature walk in the afternoon
Begin with chimpanzee trekking in Kibale’s rainforest—home to 13 primate species. In the afternoon, take a guided nature walk at Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, known for birdlife and primates.
Highlights: Chimp tracking, bird watching, nature walk.
Day 5: Ground travel to Queen Elizabeth N/Park from Kibale
After breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Fort Portal. Arrive, relax, and enjoy an optional afternoon game drive.
Highlights: Game viewing
Day 6: Game drive Kasenyi Plains & Kazinga Channel Launch cruise
Experience a thrilling morning game drive across Kasenyi Plains, spotting lions, buffaloes, antelopes, and more. In the afternoon, cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famous for hippos, crocodiles, and diverse bird species.
Highlights: Big game viewing, water safari, birdwatching.
Day 7: Ishasha sector safari game drive & ground travel to Bwindi
Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest via Ishasha Sector, known for the rare tree-climbing lions. Have lunch en route and continue to your Bwindi lodge.
Highlights: Tree-climbing lions, scenic drive to Bwindi.
Day 8: A Gorilla trek adventure Bwindi & Batwa encounter
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking experience in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Spend an hour observing a mountain gorilla family. In the afternoon, join the Batwa pygmy community for a cultural tour with traditional music, dance, and storytelling.
Highlights: Gorilla trekking, cultural immersion.
Day 9: Depart Bwindi N/Park Kabale for Kampala/Entebbe-stopover at Equator
Enjoy breakfast and begin your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe, with stopovers at Igongo Cultural Centre for lunch and Equator Crossing for photos.
Highlights: Cultural visit, equator experience.
