Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Gateway to Adventure
Arrive: Entebbe International Airport
Transfer: By car to Protea Hotel
Overnight: 1 night at Entebbe Protea Hotel
Welcome to Uganda — the Pearl of Africa! Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted with warm smiles and heartfelt hospitality. A comfortable transfer will take you to your hotel to rest and prepare for the wonders ahead.
Day 2: Drive to Kibale – Into the Primate Paradise
Depart: Entebbe Protea Hotel
Arrive: Primate Lodge Kibale
Overnight: 3 nights at Primate Lodge
After breakfast, journey south to Fort Portal and continue into Kibale Forest National Park — a wonderland of lush canopy and rich biodiversity. Here, your adventure begins in earnest, surrounded by birdsong and the call of primates echoing through the forest.
Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetlands
Today, the forest opens her emerald arms for a magical chimpanzee tracking experience. Trek through shaded trails, led by expert guides, to meet our closest relatives in their natural habitat. Witness the joy of their social lives — grooming, howling, swinging from tree to tree.
In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Wetlands on a community-led walk filled with vibrant birdlife, playful monkeys, and cultural insight into the lives of the local tribes. Your visit supports a heartwarming conservation effort.
Day 4: Journey to Bwindi – Through Savannah to Jungle
Depart: Primate Lodge
Arrive: Buhoma Lodge
Overnight: 3 nights at Buhoma Lodge
Drive past the vast plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park — keep your eyes peeled for tree-climbing lions! By evening, enter the mystical realm of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, an ancient rainforest alive with whispers of gorillas and the magic of the wild.
Day 5: The Gorilla Encounter – A Life-Changing Moment
Rise early for a once-in-a-lifetime experience: gorilla trekking. With your permit in hand, join your ranger for a guided trek deep into Bwindi’s tangled beauty. The hike is challenging, but the reward is immeasurable — standing face-to-face with a gentle mountain gorilla in its home is pure magic.
Spend one unforgettable hour observing these magnificent beings — every movement, every gaze, a mirror to ourselves in the wild.
Day 6: To Lake Mburo – Wilderness and Culture
Depart: Buhoma Lodge
Arrive: Mihingo Lodge
Overnight: 2 nights at Mihingo Lodge
Leave the jungle behind and travel to Lake Mburo, where rolling savannahs and acacia woodlands await. Enjoy a serene boat ride past basking hippos and birds in brilliant plumage. Opt for a thrilling night game drive for a chance to spot leopards under starlit skies.
En route, stop at the Igongo Cultural Centre to discover the proud heritage of Uganda’s Ankole people — a celebration of tradition and storytelling.
Day 7: Safari on Foot & Farewell Uganda
Depart: Mihingo Lodge
Arrive: Entebbe International Airport
Wake early for a walking safari guided by an expert ranger — one of the few places in Uganda where you can walk alongside zebra, impala, and giraffes. It’s a humbling, immersive way to end your journey.
After breakfast, travel back to Entebbe with a stop at the Equator — the perfect place for final photos and local souvenirs. Transfer to the airport for your departure, carrying the spirit of Uganda in your heart.
