4-Day Uganda Gorillas, Wildlife and Birding Safari
A compact western Uganda safari pairing Queen Elizabeth National Park and the Kazinga Channel with gorilla tracking in Bwindi and birding opportunities along the route.
About this tour
A compact western Uganda safari pairing Queen Elizabeth National Park and the Kazinga Channel with gorilla tracking in Bwindi and birding opportunities along the route.
Every journey is customized around the guest’s birding interests, available time, preferred accommodation and optional activities. The itinerary provides a route framework that can be adjusted for each trip. A personalized price is based on tour length, accommodation choice and selected activities.
Birds you can spot
Guides
Itinerary ▼
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park with an en-route lunch in Mbarara town. Arrive in time for an afternoon boat trip along the Kazinga Channel, home to the highest concentration of Hippos in Africa. Dinner and overnight at your selected lodge.
After breakfast, enjoy a game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park in search of African Lions, Leopards, Buffaloes, Antelopes, and Elephants. Then, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. In the afternoon, relax or take a nature walk to the Munyaga Waterfall, with an opportunity to see primates. Overnight at your selected lodge.
After breakfast, assemble at the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on your gorilla trekking adventure. The trek may take 2-8 hours depending on gorilla movement. After encountering the gorillas, return to the lodge for lunch. In the evening, enjoy a cultural walk to visit the Batwa people (Pygmies). Dinner and overnight at your lodge.
After breakfast, begin your drive back to Kampala with a picnic lunch en-route. Stop at the Equator for photos before continuing your journey.
Locations & map
- Kampala - Uganda (Conditions vary with elevation, habitat and season; current access and weather are confirmed before travel.)
- Queen Elizabeth National Park - Uganda (Conditions vary with elevation, habitat and season; current access and weather are confirmed before travel.)
- Kazinga Channel - Uganda (Conditions vary with elevation, habitat and season; current access and weather are confirmed before travel.)
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Uganda (Conditions vary with elevation, habitat and season; current access and weather are confirmed before travel.)
Availability & pricing
Availability: Available on request · Season: Available on request; dates and itinerary are customized to the guest’s interests, available time and travel preferences
Price: Price on request
Included
- All meals - Included in the customized package.
- Airport pickup and drop-off - Arrival and departure transfers are included.
- Park entry fees - Entry fees for parks in the confirmed itinerary are included.
- 4x4 Land Cruiser transport with fuel - Ground transport and fuel are included.
- Professional guide services - Professional guiding is included throughout the confirmed program.
- Boat cruises - Boat cruises named in the confirmed itinerary are included.
- Gorilla and chimpanzee tracking permits when requested - These permits are included when selected by the guest and named in the personalized proposal.
Not included
- International flights and visas - Travellers arrange international flights and entry requirements.
- Travel and medical insurance - Travellers arrange suitable cover for the selected activities.
- Personal expenses, tips and unselected options - Any activity, permit or service not named in the personalized proposal is excluded.
Transport & stays
- 4x4 Land Cruiser with fuel, plus boat cruises wher Ground transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser with fuel is included. Boat cruises are included where they form part of the customized itinerary. | Meet: Kampala airport, hotel or another agreed starting point | Pickup: Airport pickup and drop-off are included; the exact meeting details follow the guest’s flight and accommodation arrangements.
Accommodations
- Twin Lakes Safari Lodge or Enganzi Game Lodge (days 1-2) Suggested mid-range options
- Bakiga Lodge, Agandi Eco Lodge, Buhoma Haven Lodge or Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse (day 3) Suggested mid-range options