19 Days Mid-Range Primate & Wildlife Safari Uganda

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari guide. Transfer to your hotel in Kampala, the bustling capital city of Uganda. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at the lodge, freshen up, and enjoy a briefing about your upcoming 19-day safari. Learn about the diverse wildlife, parks, and cultural experiences that await you. Overnight in Kampala at a comfortable mid-range hotel.

After breakfast, depart early for the Budongo Forest or the Murchison Falls region, traveling through Uganda’s scenic countryside. Enjoy rolling hills, small villages, and local farms along the way. Stop at roadside points to stretch, take photographs, and enjoy refreshments. Arrive at your lodge or camp in the late afternoon. Relax and enjoy the natural surroundings, or take a short walk in the nearby area. Overnight at a lodge or camp.

Begin the day with an early breakfast, then set out for a chimpanzee trekking experience in Budongo Forest, one of Uganda’s largest tropical forests. With the guidance of expert trackers, follow the calls of chimpanzees through dense rainforest. Learn about the forest ecosystem, primate behaviors, and conservation efforts. Witness chimpanzees swinging through trees, grooming, and interacting in their natural habitat. After an unforgettable morning, return to your lodge for lunch and some relaxation. Optional evening nature walks or birdwatching. Overnight stay.

Depart after breakfast and drive to Kibale National Park, renowned for its chimpanzee population. The journey takes you through small towns, rolling hills, and tea plantations, offering opportunities to interact with locals and capture scenic views. Check in at your lodge upon arrival and relax. Enjoy dinner at your lodge while preparing for the next day’s chimpanzee trekking adventure.

After an early morning breakfast, embark on a chimpanzee trekking adventure in Kibale Forest. Explore the lush rainforest, observing chimpanzees and other primates such as baboons, red-tailed monkeys, and colobus monkeys. Learn from experienced guides about the behaviors and social structures of these intelligent animals. The experience is immersive and educational, offering unique photo opportunities. Return to your lodge in the afternoon for relaxation and dinner. Optional evening cultural activities include visiting local communities.

After breakfast, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most diverse wildlife areas. The park encompasses wetlands, savannahs, forests, and crater lakes. Stop at scenic viewpoints along the way, such as the Equator line, and enjoy the changing landscapes. Check in at your lodge in the afternoon, then embark on your first game drive. Spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, hippos, and abundant birdlife. Overnight at a lodge inside or near the park.

Enjoy an early morning game drive to explore different regions of Queen Elizabeth National Park, looking for predators, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. After lunch, embark on a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lakes Edward and George. Witness hippos, crocodiles, and large flocks of birds along the riverbanks, including African fish eagles and herons. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.

After breakfast, drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, famous for its endangered mountain gorillas. The journey offers breathtaking views of the Virunga volcanoes, rolling hills, and remote villages. Check in at your lodge or camp in the late afternoon. Relax and prepare for the gorilla trekking adventure the next day. Overnight stay in a mid-range lodge or tented camp.

Begin the day early with a briefing from park rangers about gorilla trekking rules and safety. Set out on a trek through dense rainforest, navigating steep terrain to find a gorilla family. Spend up to an hour observing these magnificent primates, capturing photos and witnessing their interactions. Return to your lodge for lunch and a well-deserved rest. Optional evening walk in the local community. Overnight in Bwindi.

For avid wildlife enthusiasts, embark on a second gorilla trek or take guided nature walks to explore the rich biodiversity of Bwindi. Learn about medicinal plants, bird species, and local flora. Visit nearby villages to experience Batwa community life, gaining insight into traditional forest-dwelling cultures. Return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Drive to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, located near the borders of Uganda, Rwanda, and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Explore volcanic landscapes and the bamboo forests that are home to golden monkeys. Check in at your lodge, relax, and prepare for trekking the next day. Overnight stay.

Spend the morning trekking to observe gorillas or golden monkeys in their natural habitat. Guides provide in-depth knowledge of the species, their behaviors, and conservation efforts. Enjoy scenic views of the Virunga Volcanoes. Afternoon at leisure to relax or explore the surroundings. Dinner and overnight at lodge.

After breakfast, drive north to Murchison Falls National Park, a region renowned for the dramatic Nile River waterfall and diverse wildlife. Check in at your lodge or camp. Evening at leisure, with optional sunset photography of the surrounding savannah. Overnight stay.

Morning game drive to spot elephants, giraffes, lions, buffalo, and antelopes. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise on the Nile River to the base of Murchison Falls, observing hippos, crocodiles, and birdlife along the riverbanks. Capture stunning photographs and experience the sheer power of the waterfall. Return to your lodge for dinner.

Drive to Kidepo Valley National Park, one of Uganda’s most remote and pristine parks. Enjoy scenic stops along the way, observing traditional villages and savannah landscapes. Check in at a lodge or tented camp near the park. Evening relaxation in preparation for full-day wildlife exploration.

Embark on full-day game drives across the wide-open savannah of Kidepo Valley, spotting lions, cheetahs, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and various antelope species. The park is known for its high predator density and unspoiled wilderness, making it ideal for wildlife photography. Return to lodge for overnight stay.

Start the day with an early morning game drive, followed by a visit to Karamojong villages, where you will experience the traditional lifestyle, customs, and crafts of this semi-nomadic community. Learn about their cattle-herding culture and enjoy interaction with local children and artisans. Return to lodge for relaxation and dinner.

Drive back to Kampala with scenic stops along the route for photographs and refreshments. Check in at your hotel, relax, and enjoy a farewell dinner, reflecting on the incredible wildlife and cultural experiences of your 19-day adventure.

Transfer to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your extraordinary 19-day mid-range primate and wildlife safari in Uganda.