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12-Day Chimps, Gorillas & Wildlife Uganda Safari

Accra, Uganda

12-Day Chimps, Gorillas & Wildlife Uganda Safari

5.0 / 5 · 48 reviews Offered by Wagatil Safaris 12-Day

Overview

Experience the best of Uganda on this 12-day safari through Murchison Falls, Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi, and Mgahinga. You'll track chimpanzees, trek rare mountain gorillas, spot golden monkeys, and enjoy game drives and boat safaris. You'll end your journey with a peaceful stay at Lake Mburo before returning to Entebbe an unforgettable adventure with Wagatil Safaris.

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Quick Facts

Tour details

Duration

12-Day

Route

Entebbe to Entebbe

Via Murchison Falls NP, Kibale NP (Chimps), Queen Elizabeth NP

Country & park

Uganda

Style

Mid-range safari

Group size

1-12 travelers

Starts

Any day if available

Minimum age

17 years

Activities

game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking & walking safaris (with an armed guide)

Accommodation

Jet Villas Entebbe - Mid-range hotel in Entebbe (City) – Breakfast & Dinner Included

Meals

Breakfast & Dinner Included; All Meals Included

Pickup

Airport transfer included

Booking

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Currency

USD

12-Day Chimps, Gorillas & Wildlife Uganda Safari
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Rates

Rates Per Person

USD

Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 $3,795 USD $3,795 USD

Before booking

Important To Know

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 17 years and older.

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Route

Tour route map
country Uganda
Start Entebbe (Day 1)
Day 2-3 Murchison Falls NP
Day 4-5 Kibale NP (Chimps)
Day 6-7 Queen Elizabeth NP
Day 8-9 Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Day 10 Mgahinga Gorilla NP (Gorillas)
Day 11-12 Lake Mburo NP
End Entebbe (Day 12)

Tour Features

Mid-range tour

This mid-range tour uses lodges and hotels.

Private tour

This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.

Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can be customized

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Suitable for solo travelers

Solo travelers can book this private tour.

17
Minimum age of 17 years

The minimum age for this tour is 17 years.

Activities & Transportation

Activities: game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Accommodation & Meals

Jet Villas Entebbe

Day 1

Jet Villas Entebbe

Mid-range hotel in Entebbe (City) – Breakfast & Dinner Included

Breakfast & Dinner Included

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Bamboo Village Safari Lodge

Day 2-3

Bamboo Village Safari Lodge

Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Turaco Treetops Lodge

Day 4-5

Turaco Treetops Lodge

Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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The Bush Lodge

Day 6-7

The Bush Lodge

Mid-range lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Bweza Gorilla Lodge

Day 8-9

Bweza Gorilla Lodge

Mid-range lodge just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge

Day 10

Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge

Mid-range lodge outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Rwakobo Rock Lodge

Day 11

Rwakobo Rock Lodge

Mid-range lodge just outside Lake Mburo NP – All Meals Included

All Meals Included

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Day 12

End of tour

No accommodation

(No accommodation)

Breakfast & Lunch Included

Day By Day

Tour step

Arrival

You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival at Entebbe

Day 1

Arrival at Entebbe

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly received by a professional representative from Wagatil Safaris. After a brief introduction, you will be transferred to your accommodation at Jet Villa Cottages for your first night in Uganda. Mid-range hotel located in Entebbe (City) Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Entebbe (City) Stay: Jet Villas Entebbe Mid-range hotel located in Entebbe (City) Meals: Breakfast & dinner (Lunch not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Day 2

Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

After breakfast, your journey to Uganda’s largest and most scenic park, Murchison Falls National Park, begins. En route, you'll enjoy a guided rhino tracking experience at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. After lunch, please continue to the park and visit the iconic top of the Falls, where the Nile River forces itself through a 7-meter gorge with a thunderous roar. Optional: Night game drive (paid directly). Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Murchison Falls National Park Stay: Bamboo Village Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Full-Day in Murchison Falls National Park

Day 3

Full-Day in Murchison Falls National Park

You'll begin the day with an early morning game drive across the park’s savannah, searching for lions, giraffes, elephants, and more. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a scenic boat ride along the Nile to the base of the falls, offering great chances to spot hippos, crocodiles, and aquatic birds. An evening game drive will follow. Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Murchison Falls National Park Stay: Bamboo Village Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Murchison to Kibale Forest National Park

Day 4

Murchison to Kibale Forest National Park

You'll travel south through Uganda’s beautiful countryside and crater lakes region to Kibale Forest National Park, home to one of the highest concentrations of primates in Africa. After checking in at Turaco Treetops, you'll take a self-guided nature walk or join a community visit in Bigodi Village. Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Stay: Turaco Treetops Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park

Day 5

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park

You'll start your day with an exciting chimpanzee tracking adventure in the lush tropical rainforest of Kibale National Park. In the afternoon, you'll explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary on a guided walk, known for its rich birdlife, primates, and vibrant community projects. Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Stay: Turaco Treetops Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Day 6

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After a relaxed breakfast, you'll drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most diverse wildlife destination. You'll arrive in the afternoon and embark on an evening game drive to spot elephants, lions, buffalo, antelopes, and more in their natural habitat. Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park Stay: The Bush Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Game Drives & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Day 7

Game Drives & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

You'll enjoy a morning game drive through the Kasenyi Plains to spot lions and large herds of Uganda kobs. In the afternoon, you'll enjoy a relaxing boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, home to hippos, crocodiles, buffaloes, and hundreds of bird species. An optional evening game drive can be done afterward. Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park Stay: The Bush Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Ishasha Sector & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 8

Ishasha Sector & Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Today, you’ll head south to the Ishasha sector in search of the famous tree-climbing lions. Later, you'll proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the prime habitat for mountain gorillas. Optional: You'll visit the Batwa community (an optional activity paid directly). Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Bweza Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Day 9

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After an early breakfast, you'll set out for the highlight of your safari, a gorilla trekking expedition. With guidance from expert trackers and rangers, you’ll trek through the forest to spend a magical hour with a family of mountain gorillas. After the rewarding gorilla tracking experience, you will have an overnight stay at Bweza Gorilla Lodge for an overnight relaxation. Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Bweza Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park for Golden Monkey Trekking

Day 10

Transfer to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park for Golden Monkey Trekking

You'll drive to Mgahinga Gorilla National Park, the only park in Uganda where golden monkey trekking is available. After a detailed briefing at the park headquarters, you'll venture into the bamboo-covered slopes for an energetic and unforgettable golden monkey tracking experience. Mid-range lodge located outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Mgahinga Gorilla National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge Mid-range lodge located outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Drive to Lake Mburo National Park

Day 11

Drive to Lake Mburo National Park

You'll begin your day with an early breakfast and drive to Lake Mburo National Park, one of Uganda’s smallest yet most scenic parks. You'll arrive in the late afternoon and enjoy an evening game drive. For a special experience, you can opt for a night game drive at an extra cost. Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lake Mburo National Park Stay: Rwakobo Rock Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Safari Walk & Transfer to Entebbe

Day 12

Safari Walk & Transfer to Entebbe

You'll enjoy a morning walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, where you can spot zebras, impalas, elands, and more at close range on foot with a ranger guide. After the experience, you'll begin your scenic return drive to Entebbe for your evening or night departure. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Destination: Lake Mburo National Park Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Tour step

End of tour

Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.

Included

Park fees (For non-residents)

Gorilla permits(One per person, non-resident)

Chimp permits(One per person, non-resident)

All activities (Unless labeled as optional)

All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)

A professional driver/guide

All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)

All Taxes/VAT

Roundtrip airport transfer

Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)

Drinking water (On all days)

Excluded

International flights (From/to home)

Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)

Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees

Getting There

This tour starts and ends in Entebbe
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Entebbe Airport (EBB - Check price)
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Wagatil Safaris
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Wagatil Safaris

5.0 operator rating 48 reviews

At Wagatil Safaris, we bring your African safari dreams to life with unforgettable experiences across Uganda and Rwanda. As a locally-owned Destination Management Company, we specialize in offering personalized, high-quality safaris that cater to both adventure seekers and luxury travelers. From the awe-inspiring mountain gorillas of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to the peaceful savannas of Queen Elizabeth National Park, our expertly crafted itineraries are designed to suit your unique preferences.

Office In

Uganda

Size

1-5 employees (Founded in 2021)

Member Of

AUTO, USAGA, UTB & UWA

Tour Types

Custom budget & mid-range tours that can start every day

Destinations

Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda

Traveler feedback

Reviews

5.00 average

Overall

5.0/5

Communication

5.0/5

Accuracy

5.0/5

Value

5.0/5

Safety clarity

5.0/5

Cultural value

5.0/5
Verified

Amazing 8 day adventure in Uganda

Just finished an amazing adventure with Wagatil Safaris and would highly recommend. I did a private solo trip with them for 8 days in Uganda and everything went so well. The experience with them was great from start to end. Smooth and nice communication with Pretty and Martin, who were helping me personalize my itinerary and planning, they were so nice and quick to answer any questions and very flexible to make any changes I requested and help to make the perfect trip for me. Everything was arranged and sorted so all I had to do was enjoy and take in all the incredible experiences, which made me feel very comfortable and in good safe hands. Can't praise my guide Eddie enough - he was so friendly, fun and knowledgeable and we were so lucky to see absolutely everything on the trip - from a leopard with her two cubs, tree climbing lion right next to us, gorillas with babies climbing around us - everything I ever dreamed of was ticked off the list! I did an 8 day trip which meant we were on the road most days and experiencing something new everyday, which was perfect for me as I was traveling alone and it felt like something was always happening and new things were waiting for us at every stop, but Uganda has so much to offer and experience so you won't be bored by adding even more days and activities. Thank you to Wagatil, Pretty, Martin and especially Eddie for making this trip an amazing and unforgettable adventure!

Lykke · Denmark

Verified

Friendly, good communication, well planed tour

Nice and friendly tour leader. The tour was well planed, we could see many different animals in wild life. The accommodatios were very comfortable.

Steffen · Germany

Verified

Perfect Tour (for female solo-traveller)

I contacted Wagatil Safaris on very short notice, only three weeks before my departure. Pretty responded immediately and prepared an itinerary for me. The communication via WhatsApp was very friendly and professional. Pretty kept updating me whenever she found alternative, better hotels or optimized the route. Whenever I had questions, I always received a very quick reply. I booked a 5-day tour through Rwanda and Uganda including hiking, Golden Monkey trekking, Gorilla trekking, and chimpanzee trekking. At my request, I spent the first day on my own in Kigali and was picked up the following morning by my driver Andrew. As a solo female traveler, I felt very comfortable and safe with him. Andrew has a very pleasant driving style, is very friendly, and explains a lot about the country and its people. I also found it really sweet that after a few days I learned that Pretty checked in with Andrew every day to make sure I was truly happy with everything. The individual excursions were perfectly organized. It was breathtaking to see the animals in the wild. The nature is incredibly beautiful and the experiences are truly unique. It was also very nice to meet Pretty in person during a dinner. I can recommend Wagatil Safaris 100% and would definitely book with them again. It was absolutely worth every penny.

Photo by Jeannine
Photo by Jeannine
Photo by Jeannine
Photo by Jeannine

Jeannine · Germany

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The perfect guides in Uganda

From start to finish Wagatil provided our group with amazing service. Before the trip Pretty was super responsive and flexed the itinerary to suit our requests. She was also quick to support any issues during the trip. Our 12 day trip was well planned and covered many of the most beautiful sites in Uganda. We chose to add some extra days after the trip around Lake Bunyonyi, which provided us with a much needed rest before heading home. Our guide and driver was Bosco. What a legend this guy was. He had a aura of calm and control, using his extensive experience to make our trip feel seamless. Each amazing encounter we had felt like a little bit of luck combined with the mastery of Bosco's timing, eye, driving and 'string pulling' :). We always felt well taken care of and really appreciated how genuinely Bosco wanted to give us an amazing experience. He even took us to a local hot springs after our hike in the Rwenzori range, which was both relaxing and an awesome opportunity to get off the tourist track and hang out with Ugandans. Bosco was the perfect professional and a great ambassador for Uganda. The car was in great condition. The pop-out roof meant we had amazing 360 views. We had lots of room inside as well as a fridge to keep fruit and drinks cool. We will definitely be recommending Wagatil to friends and family.

Photo by George Bevan
Photo by George Bevan
Photo by George Bevan
Photo by George Bevan

George Bevan · Portugal

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Tour FAQs

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Are rates charged per person?

Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.

Which currency is this tour priced in?

This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).

Can children join this tour?

This tour accepts children who are 17 years and older.

Can this tour start on my preferred date?

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Can the itinerary be customized?

You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.

Where do travelers stay during this tour?

Jet Villas Entebbe - Mid-range hotel in Entebbe (City) – Breakfast & Dinner Included. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Included

Where does this tour start and end?

This tour starts and ends in Entebbe

Are airport transfers included?

A transfer from and back to the airport is included

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Disclaimer

This tour is offered by Wagatil Safaris, not SafariBookings.

This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.

If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.

The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.

If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.

Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.

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