14 Days Uganda gorilla tour with Culture

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be met by a Usoke Explores representative who will transfer you to your hotel in Kampala. You will receive a safari briefing and have time to relax after your flight.

• Accommodation: Usoke Homes
• Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

After an early breakfast, depart for Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where you can trek wild rhinos on foot. Spend an hour tracking the rhinos before proceeding to Gulu City for a cultural and historical experience.

• Accommodation Options:
  • Luxury: Bomah Hotel Gulu
  • Mid-range: Lavana Apartments
  • Budget: Bethel Resort & Hotels
• Meal Plan: Full Board

After breakfast, travel north to Kidepo Valley National Park, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, head out for an evening game drive in the Narus Valley, where you may spot lions, buffaloes, zebras, and leopards.

• Accommodation Options:
  • Luxury: Apoka Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range: Kidepo Savannah Lodge
  • Budget: Apoka Bandas
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Start the day with another game drive to see more of Kidepo’s incredible wildlife. After lunch, visit the Karamojong Community for a cultural encounter, learning about their way of life, traditions, and beliefs.

• Accommodation: Same as Day 3
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Spend the whole day exploring Kidepo, including a walking safari along dry riverbeds and through Borassus palm forests for an authentic wilderness experience.

• Accommodation: Same as Day 3
• Meal Plan: Full Board

After breakfast, drive to Murchison Falls National Park, home to the famous Murchison Falls and incredible wildlife.

• Accommodation Options:
  • Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range: Pakuba Safari Lodge
  • Budget: Heritage Safari Lodge
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Begin with an early morning game drive, where you can spot elephants, lions, leopards, giraffes, and buffaloes. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Nile River to see hippos, crocodiles, and the base of Murchison Falls.

• Accommodation: Same as Day 6
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Visit the top of Murchison Falls to witness the powerful waterfall. Afterward, embark on a long scenic drive to Kibale National Park, famous for its chimpanzees.

• Accommodation Options:
  • Luxury: Papaya Lake Lodge
  • Mid-range: Chimpanzee Forest Guesthouse
  • Budget: Kibale Forest Camp
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Visit Bigodi Wetlands Sanctuary, home to primates and unique bird species. Optionally, you can go chimpanzee trekking at an extra cost. Later, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an evening game drive.

• Accommodation Options:
  • Luxury: Katara Lodge
  • Mid-range: Kasenyi Safari Camp
  • Budget: Simba Safari Camp
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Enjoy a morning game drive in the Kasenyi Plains, where you may spot lions, elephants, and buffaloes. In the afternoon, embark on a boat cruise on Kazinga Channel to see hippos, crocodiles, and birds.

• Accommodation: Same as Day 9
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Travel to the Ishasha sector to search for tree-climbing lions. Afterward, continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home to the mountain gorillas.

• Accommodation Options:
  • Luxury: Buhoma Lodge
  • Mid-range: Gorilla Mist Camp
  • Budget: Buhoma Community Lodge
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime gorilla trekking adventure. Spend an hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat.

• Accommodation: Same as Day 11
• Meal Plan: Full Board

After breakfast, transfer to Lake Mburo National Park, the smallest savannah park in Uganda. Enjoy an evening game drive.

• Accommodation Options:
  • Luxury: Mihingo Lodge
  • Mid-range: Rwakobo Rock
  • Budget: Eagles Nest
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Enjoy a walking safari in Lake Mburo, then return to Kampala/Entebbe for your departure flight.

• Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch

Trip Includes

• Gorilla permit

• Chimp permit

• Accommodation

• Boat cruise

• Park fees

Trip excludes

• Flights

• Visa

• Insurance

• Tips

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