9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari
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9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari Overview
9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari is designed for travellers who want a complete Uganda safari combining rhinos, waterfalls, boat safaris, chimpanzees, wildlife, gorillas and scenic relaxation in one well-planned route. This safari starts with rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary before continuing to Murchison Falls National Park for game drives, the Murchison Falls boat cruise and views of the powerful falls.
The safari then continues to Kibale Forest National Park for chimpanzee trekking in Uganda, followed by Queen Elizabeth National Park for wildlife viewing and the Kazinga Channel boat cruise. From Queen Elizabeth, you travel through the Ishasha sector to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for gorilla trekking in Uganda, then finish with relaxation at Lake Bunyonyi.
This 9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari is ideal for couples, families with eligible children, solo travellers and small groups who want a private safari with comfortable midrange lodges, a professional driver guide and a strong mix of Uganda’s best experiences. It can start from Entebbe or Kampala and end in Entebbe, Kampala or Kigali depending on your travel plans.
Trip Outline
- Day 1: Pick up from Entebbe or Kampala, visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
- Day 2: Morning game drive and Murchison Falls boat cruise
- Day 3: Transfer from Murchison Falls National Park to Kibale Forest National Park
- Day 4: Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Day 5: Morning game drive and Kazinga Channel boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Day 6: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through the Ishasha sector
- Day 7: Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Day 8: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation and scenic views
- Day 9: Return to Entebbe, Kampala or Kigali for departure
9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari Itinerary
Your 9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari starts with pick up from Entebbe or Kampala by your private driver guide. You will drive northwards to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking, giving you a chance to see rhinos on foot with trained guides before continuing to Murchison Falls National Park.
After the rhino tracking experience, continue to Murchison Falls National Park, one of Uganda’s best wildlife safari destinations. On arrival, check in at Pakuba Safari Lodge and relax as you prepare for the wildlife and Nile River experience the next day.
After breakfast at Pakuba Safari Lodge, start your day with a morning game drive in Murchison Falls National Park. You may see giraffes, elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, warthogs, lions and other wildlife across the savannah plains.
In the afternoon, enjoy the Murchison Falls boat cruise along the Nile River. This boat safari gives you excellent chances to see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes and many bird species along the riverbanks. After the cruise, return to Pakuba Safari Lodge for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast at Pakuba Safari Lodge, leave Murchison Falls National Park and begin the scenic drive to Kibale Forest National Park, one of Uganda’s best destinations for chimpanzee trekking in Uganda.
The journey takes you through countryside landscapes, local towns, tea plantations and the green scenery of western Uganda. On arrival, check in at Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge and relax as you prepare for chimpanzee trekking the next day.
After breakfast at Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge, you will go for chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest. This experience gives you a chance to walk through the forest with expert guides as you search for chimpanzees and other primates in their natural habitat.
After the trek, continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most popular wildlife safari destinations. On arrival, check in at Enganzi Game Lodge for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast at Enganzi Game Lodge, start your day with a morning game drive in Uganda inside Queen Elizabeth National Park. You may see elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, warthogs, lions and other wildlife as you explore the savannah plains.
In the afternoon, enjoy the Kazinga Channel boat cruise, one of the best boat safari experiences in Uganda. The cruise gives you excellent chances to see hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes and many bird species along the water. Later, return to Enganzi Game Lodge for dinner and overnight.
After breakfast, leave Queen Elizabeth National Park and drive through the Ishasha sector as you continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Ishasha is known for its beautiful savannah scenery and the chance of seeing tree-climbing lions, depending on luck and timing.
You will continue to Bwindi, home of mountain gorillas and one of the main highlights of this safari. On arrival, check in at Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge and relax before the gorilla trekking day.
After an early breakfast at Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge, transfer to the park headquarters for briefing before starting your gorilla trekking in Uganda experience. You will trek through Bwindi Forest with experienced guides until you meet a mountain gorilla family.
After finding the gorillas, you will spend time observing them in their natural habitat. This is one of the biggest highlights of the 9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari. After the trek, return to Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge for relaxation, dinner and overnight.
After breakfast at Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation after gorilla trekking. Lake Bunyonyi is one of Uganda’s most scenic lakes, known for its cool weather, island views and peaceful atmosphere.
On arrival, check in at Arcadia Cottages Lake Bunyonyi and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. You may relax at the lodge, enjoy lake views, take photos or request an optional canoe ride depending on your interest and timing.
After breakfast at Arcadia Cottages Lake Bunyonyi, start your return journey depending on your preferred ending point. You can drive back to Entebbe or Kampala, or end the safari in Kigali for a shorter transfer from southwestern Uganda.
This marks the end of your 9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari with rhino tracking, Murchison Falls, chimpanzee trekking, Queen Elizabeth wildlife, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, Bwindi gorilla trekking and Lake Bunyonyi relaxation.
Inclusions
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Chimpanzee trekking permit
- Rhino tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- Murchison Falls boat cruise
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- Game drives in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver guide
- Midrange accommodation
- Meals as listed in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
- Airport or hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions
- International flights
- Uganda visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities
Frequently Asked Questions About 9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari
The 9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari is a private midrange Uganda safari combining rhino tracking, Murchison Falls, chimpanzee trekking, Queen Elizabeth wildlife, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, Bwindi gorilla trekking and Lake Bunyonyi relaxation. It is designed for travellers who want a complete Uganda safari with primates, wildlife, boat safaris and comfortable lodges.
This safari includes Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Lake Bunyonyi.
Yes, the 9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari includes Murchison Falls National Park. You will enjoy a game drive, the Murchison Falls boat cruise and the scenic Nile River experience before continuing to Kibale Forest National Park.
Yes, this safari includes gorilla trekking in Uganda in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The gorilla trekking permit is normally included in the safari quotation unless stated otherwise.
Yes, the safari includes chimpanzee trekking in Uganda in Kibale Forest National Park. This makes the route ideal for travellers who want both chimpanzees and mountain gorillas in one Uganda safari.
Yes, Queen Elizabeth National Park is included for wildlife viewing and the Kazinga Channel boat cruise. This gives you a chance to see elephants, buffaloes, hippos, crocodiles, antelopes, birds and other wildlife during the safari.
The 9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari uses comfortable midrange lodges such as Pakuba Safari Lodge near Murchison Falls, Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge near Kibale, Enganzi Game Lodge near Queen Elizabeth, Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge near Bwindi and Arcadia Cottages Lake Bunyonyi, depending on availability.
Yes, this safari is planned as a private safari with your own 4×4 safari vehicle and professional driver guide. This gives you flexibility, comfort, privacy and a smoother travel experience throughout the 9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari.
The safari price normally includes gorilla trekking permit, chimpanzee trekking permit, rhino tracking, Murchison Falls boat cruise, Kazinga Channel boat cruise, game drives, private 4×4 safari vehicle, professional driver guide, midrange accommodation, meals as listed, drinking water and pickup or drop-off.
To book the 9 Days Midrange Uganda Primate and Wildlife Safari, share your travel dates, number of travellers, preferred starting point, ending point and budget. We shall check lodge availability, permit availability and prepare a custom quote through the request a quote.
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