8-Day Best of Western Uganda Safari
8 days · from $4,315 · Ziwa rhino tracking
About this safari
An 8-day western Uganda circuit featuring rhino tracking, Murchison Falls, chimp tracking in Kibale, Queen Elizabeth game drives, Kazinga Channel cruise, Ishasha tree-climbing lions, gorilla trekking, and Lake Bunyonyi.
Trip highlights
- Ziwa rhino tracking
- Murchison Falls hike
- Nile delta boat cruise
- Kibale chimp tracking
- Mabere ga Nyinamwiru
- Lake Katwe salt mines
- Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- Ishasha tree-climbing lions
- Gorilla trekking
- Lake Bunyonyi punishment island
Day by day
Day 1: Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking experience.
Day 2: Murchison Falls National Park
Trek to the Top of the Falls, boat cruise to the bottom of Murchison Falls, and game drive.
Day 3: Fort Portal & Cultural Visit
Nature walk at Mabere ga Nyinamwiru cultural site.
Day 4: Kibale Forest Chimp Tracking
Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Park.
Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Visit Lake Katwe salt mines, light game drive, Kazinga Channel boat cruise.
Day 6: Ishasha Sector & Transfer to Bwindi
Game drive in Ishasha for tree-climbing lions; continue to Bwindi.
Day 7: Gorilla Trekking (Bwindi)
Full gorilla trekking day with one-hour encounter.
Day 8: Lake Bunyonyi & Return
Relaxation & boat cruise to Punishment Island. Return to Kampala/Entebbe.
What's included
Includes
- Transport
- Car hire and fuel
- Full-board accommodation
- Gorilla permit
- Chimpanzee permit
- Park entry fees
- Car park entry fees
- Top of the falls trek
- Ziwa Rhino entry fee
- Boat cruises
- Mabere ga Nyinamwiru entry
- Safari vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional driver-guide
- Ranger guide fees
- Bottled water
Excludes
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Tips
- Drinks
- Personal insurance
- Laundry
- Communication
- Personal expenses
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