HIGHLIGHTS:
DAY 1: Airport pickup and journey to Kibale National Park. Evening Bigodi community exploration.
DAY 2: Kibale national park chimpanzee trek. Afternoon Kibale nature stroll. Queen Elizabeth national park transfer.
DAY 3: QENP dawn wildlife drive. Lake Edward afternoon boat expedition.
DAY 4: Lake Katwe excursion. Bwindi Impenetrable national park transfer. DAY 5: BINP gorilla trek. Afternoon cultural immersion: Batwa experience, coffee and banana insights. DAY 6: Kampala return journey.
DETAILED ITINERARY.
DAY 1: Your Uganda safari adventure begins with an airport pickup.
Travel to Kibale national park via Masaka-Kampala road, then Ibanda road. Pause at Kayabwe equator for breakfast and photo ops. Lunch in Ibanda town before proceeding to Bigodi. Check-in at Bigodi hotel and lodges, then enjoy an evening Bigodi community walk. Experience Toro culture, including traditional dance and handcraft demonstrations. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight, kicking off your Uganda tour in style.
DAY 2: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest National Park
Rise early for a 6am breakfast. Prepare for your chimpanzee trekking Uganda experience in Kibale national park with water, hiking shoes, and gear. This Uganda wildlife safari highlight takes 3-4 hours. After trekking, lunch and rest at the hotel. Afternoon nature walk in Kibale national park follows. Transfer to Queen Elizabeth national park for dinner and overnight at Kazinga wilderness camp, continuing your Uganda vacation.
DAY 3: Queen Elizabeth National Park Safaris
Another 6am start with breakfast before a morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Spot lions in Kasenyi area, along with leopards, buffalos, and elephants on this Uganda safari adventure. Midday return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. 2pm boat cruise on Lake Edward, observing the Kazinga channel connecting Lake Edward to Lake George. Witness hippos, crocodiles, and various birds. Return to Kazinga wilderness camp for dinner and overnight.
DAY 4: Visit Lake Katwe & Proceed To Bwindi Forest
After breakfast and packed lunch, check out and visit Lake Katwe for a salt mining experience. Proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha sector, home to tree-climbing lions. Lunch stopover in Kihihi town before continuing to Buhoma sector. Check-in, dinner, and overnight at Buhoma lodge, preparing for tomorrow’s gorilla trekking Uganda experience.
DAY 5: Gorilla Trekking Safari in Bwindi Forest National Park
6am wake-up for breakfast. Pack water, hiking shoes, rain gear, and equipment for the highlight of many Uganda tours – gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. This 3-4 hour activity is a pinnacle of Uganda safaris. Post-trek, return to the lodge for lunch and rest. Afternoon Batwa experience and coffee/banana making insights, lasting 2-3 hours. Return to Buhoma lodge for dinner and overnight.
DAY 6: Drive Back To Kampala / Entebbe
Check out from Buhoma lodge and journey back to Kampala via Kabale-Mbarara-Kampala road, concluding your Uganda wildlife safari adventure.
This 6-day Uganda tour offers a comprehensive exploration of Western Uganda’s natural wonders and cultural riches, making it an ideal choice for those seeking an immersive Uganda safari experience.
