Ultimate 7-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari Tour; Gorillas & Big 5

7-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari: (Once in a lifetime Tour)

Ultimate 7-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari Tour; Gorillas & Big 5. Expert guides now. Our 7-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari Itinerary is for Affordable Luxury Travellers.

Step into the wild heart of Africa on an Ultimate 7-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari designed to pair the unforgettable intimacy of mountain-gorilla encounters with classic African game-viewing, big cats, elephants, buffalo, and more. You’ll trek into the misty forests of Bwindi to spend a quiet hour with endangered mountain gorillas, an emotional, jaw-dropping experience that ranks among the planet’s greatest wildlife moments, then trade rainforest hush for the open plains where guided game drives and a scenic Kazinga Channel boat cruise bring hippos, elephants, and tree-climbing lions into view. This itinerary balances adventure, comfort, and conservation-minded travel so every step you take supports local communities and protected species.

This is a once-in-a-lifetime adventure: early-morning starts, expert local guides and trackers, tailored lodges near the parks, and a rhythm that gives you time to savor each highlight without feeling rushed. Practical planning (permits, moderate fitness for trekking, and seasonal timing) is built into every day, so you get the best chance of sightings and safe, respectful encounters with wildlife. Whether you’re a photographer chasing golden-hour game drives or a traveler seeking a deeply meaningful primate encounter, this 7-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari delivers a fast, full-spectrum taste of Uganda’s wild brilliance.

Detailed Itinerary: 7-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari Itinerary

Day 1 — Arrival Entebbe & Scenic Drive to Kibale

Touch down at Entebbe International Airport and meet your private driver-guide for the scenic westward drive to Fort Portal and Kibale (approx. 6–7 hours with photo stops). Enjoy rolling tea plantations, rift-valley viewpoints, and roadside market culture as your guide orients you to the week ahead permits, porter options, and wildlife safety. Arrive at a forest-edge lodge in time for a nature talk and sundowner. This arrival day sets expectations and reduces travel fatigue so you’re primed for an early chimp trek tomorrow. Ideal for travelers who want a smooth, guided start.

Day 2 — Kibale National Park: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Wetland Walk

Rise early for the Kibale chimpanzee trek led by an experienced ranger, a prime morning activity for active troops. Tracks can vary from gentle forest paths to short, muddy stretches, rewarding you with lively chimp behaviour, close-up photo opportunities, and rich primate diversity. After your one-hour viewing (or habituation experience when booked), enjoy a Bigodi wetland walk to spot red-tailed monkeys, baboons, and abundant birdlife, plus a community visit that supports local conservation. Chimp permits should be reserved in advance to secure your preferred date.

Day 3 — Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park via Fort Portal / Arrive Ishasha

After breakfast, you’ll travel through rift escarpments toward Queen Elizabeth National Park, watching landscapes shift from evergreen forest to open savanna. Depending on timing, you’ll enter the southern Ishasha sector for an afternoon game drive or rest at your lodge near Mweya. This is a transitional day meant for wildlife scouting and relaxation, keep your camera ready for passing elephants, kob, and buffalo. Lodge briefings this evening will preview tomorrow’s full day of game drives and the Kazinga Channel cruise. Travel legs are scenic and offer multiple photo stops.

Day 4 — Queen Elizabeth: Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Start with a golden-hour game drive across Kasenyi plains searching for elephants, buffalo, lions, and antelope; guides focus on predator hotspots and watering holes. After lunch, board the Kazinga Channel boat cruise, a 32km wildlife corridor linking Lake George and Lake Edward, where hippos, crocodiles, and large concentrations of wildlife gather at the water’s edge, creating spectacular photography and birding chances. The cruise is an ideal midday-to-afternoon activity that complements morning game drives and highlights Queen Elizabeth’s aquatic and savanna habitats.

Day 5 — Ishasha Morning Game Drive: Tree-Climbing Lions, then Travel to Bwindi

Rise very early for a dedicated Ishasha game drive focused entirely on locating the famous tree-climbing lions. Guides search for fig and acacia trees where lions sometimes lounge; morning light is perfect for dramatic images. After savanna sightings, begin the scenic southern drive toward Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, allow 3–5 hours depending on stops, climbing into misty highlands as you approach. Arrive at your Bwindi lodge in the late afternoon for a comprehensive gorilla-trek briefing and a calm evening preparing gear and permits for tomorrow’s trek.

Day 6 — Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (Life-Changing Encounter)

Transfer early to the ranger station for the pre-trek briefing and gorilla family assignment. Trek difficulty varies, from short forest walks to steep, muddy ascents, but trackers and porters help make the experience accessible. Once located, you’ll have one hour observing the troop: playful infants, powerful silverbacks, and intricate social behavior. After the trek, return to your lodge for hot showers and reflection; optional community visits or conservation talks round out the day. Remember, gorilla permits are limited and must be booked well in advance.

Day 7 — Transfer to Kisoro/Kihihi Airstrip or Drive Back to Entebbe / Departure

Choose a short domestic flight from Kisoro or Kihihi airstrip back to Entebbe for a quick, scenic transfer (flight time 1–1.25 hours) or enjoy a relaxed road return to Kampala/Entebbe with photo stops en route. Domestic flights save long road hours and are useful to align with international departures; schedules can be limited, so we recommend booking domestic legs early. If your international flight is later, squeeze in a short craft-market visit in Kampala or a museum stop before airport transfer. End the trip with lasting wildlife memories and photographic highlights.

End of your 7-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari Package