Duration
12-Day
Accra, Uganda
12-Day Uganda Gorilla Budget Safari
Overview
This tour starts in Kampala heading to Jinja in the eastern part of Uganda following the Nile River taking to the northwest to Murchison Falls National Park and thereafter descend towards the west to Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth NP, Bwindi Forest National Park, Lake Bunyonyi Kabale and lastly to Lake Mburo National Park. This is one of the long safaris that includes the top things to do in Uganda.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Entebbe to Entebbe (City)
Via Jinja (Town), Murchison Falls NP, Kibale NP (Chimps)
Country & park
Uganda
Style
Shared safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
15 years
Activities
game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking & boat trip
Accommodation
Dolphin Suites - Mid-range hotel in Kampala (City) – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast & Lunch Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Solo travelers
Can join this group tour
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$6,048 USD
$5,488 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 15 years and older.
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Route
country
Uganda
Start
Entebbe (Day 1)
Day 1
Jinja (Town)
Day 2-3
Murchison Falls NP
Day 4
Kibale NP (Chimps)
Day 5
Bigodi Wetland (Kibale NP)
Day 6
Queen Elizabeth NP
Day 7
Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP)
Day 8-9
Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Day 10
Lake Bunyonyi
Day 11
Lake Mburo NP
End
Entebbe (City) (Day 12)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour uses lodges and resorts.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you will join a group of other travelers. Max 6 people per vehicle.
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 single travelers
Single travelers can join this group tour.
15
Minimum age of 15 years
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking & boat trip
Game drives: pop-up roof minivan
Getting around: pop-up roof minivan
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
Day 1
Dolphin Suites
Mid-range hotel in Kampala (City) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2-3
Parkside Safari Lodge
Budget lodge just outside Murchison Falls NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4-5
Kibale Forest Lodge
Mid-range lodge just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6-7
Pumba Safari Cottages
Mid-range lodge just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8-9
Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
Budget lodge just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 10
Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort
Mid-range resort at Lake Bunyonyi – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 11
Mpogo Safari Lodge
Luxury lodge just outside Lake Mburo NP – Breakfast & Lunch Included
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day 12
End of tour
(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.
Day 1
Drive to Jinja for White Water Rafting on the Nile River
On your first day of the safari, you’ll leave Kampala early in the morning and head to Jinja, which is in the eastern part of Uganda. There, you’ll proceed to the rafting company’s office and join the crew for a thrilling white water rafting adventure on River Nile. Afterwards, you’ll depart Jinja and return to Kampala in the evening. Mid-range hotel located in Kampala (City) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Jinja (Town) Stay: Dolphin Suites Mid-range hotel located in Kampala (City) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Drive to Murchison Falls NP via the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Today you will depart Entebbe to the northern part of Uganda with a stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. This 70sqkm sanctuary is a home to over 35 white rhinos and its main purpose is to reintroduce rhinos to Uganda. This is a very nice opportunity to observe the rhinos in their habitat at close range while on foot. And after this, you will have a lunch stop and thereafter proceed to Murchison Falls National Park. Budget lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Murchison Falls National Park Stay: Parkside Safari Lodge Budget lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Morning Game Drive & Boat Safari on River Nile
This day starts with an early morning game drive on the northern bank, departing at 6:30 am and returning around 11:00 am. Wildlife sightings may include baboons, buffaloes, giraffes, Uganda Kob, hartebeests, oribis, waterbucks, bushbucks, reedbucks, warthogs, side-striped jackals, as well as carnivores like lions, leopards, and spotted hyenas. After lunch, embark on an afternoon boat cruise on the River Nile, offering views of hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species such as goliath herons, Egyptian geese, pelicans, bee-eaters, kingfishers, hornbills, cormorants, saddle-bill storks, and if lucky, the shoebill stork. Following the boat safari, enjoy a hike to the top of the magnificent Murchison Falls, where you'll meet for the return journey to the lodge. Budget lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Murchison Falls National Park Stay: Parkside Safari Lodge Budget lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Drive to Kibale Forest National Park
After an early breakfast, you will depart Murchison falls proceeding to Kibale Forest National Park. We always regard this route a full day drive depending on the condition of the road. We may get to Kibale at around 4:00pm and this gives chance to those who would like to go for a community walk to visit the crater lakes region with spectacular views of the lakes. Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Stay: Kibale Forest Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Chimpanzee Tracking Experience and Bigodi swamp walk
After fueling up with a hearty breakfast, we'll make our way to the park headquarters, where our thrilling journey begins. Upon arrival, we'll receive a short briefing from one of the knowledgeable park staff members, who will provide essential information about chimpanzee trekking and the guidelines we need to follow during our excursion. With anticipation building, we'll be assigned an experienced guide who will lead us deep into the heart of the forest in search of our primate cousins. Kibale Forest is renowned as one of the premier destinations for primate tracking in East Africa, offering unparalleled opportunities to observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat. After an exhilarating morning of chimpanzee tracking, return to your lodge for a delicious lunch before embarking on a captivating Bigodi swamp walk. Located near the park, the swamp is teeming with diverse wildlife, including other primate species and a plethora of birdlife. Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary (Kibale NP) Stay: Kibale Forest Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park & Evening Game drive
After breakfast, you will set off for Queen Elizabeth National Park and after lunch you will have some rest and then get out for an evening game drive in the Kasenyi plains later in the evening. Expect to see the Big 4; Elephants, Buffaloes, Lions, Leopards and bushbucks, kobs, giant forest hog, hyenas, waterbucks and many birds. Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park Stay: Pumba Safari Cottages Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Morning game drive & afternoon boat safari on Kazinga Channel
You will wake up very early and set off at 6:30am for a morning game drive with an aim of catching sight of the early risers in their natural habitat. Expect to see the Big 4; Elephants, Buffaloes, Lions, Leopards and bushbucks, kobs, giant forest hog, hyenas, waterbucks and many birds. And after lunch we will head to the jetty for an afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lakes Edward and George. Expect to see a number of animals along the bank and a variety of water birds. This usually takes a maximum of 3 hours for the whole activity. And this will mark the end of this day. Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP) Stay: Pumba Safari Cottages Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Early game drive and Drive to Bwindi Forest National Park
Today you will set off quite early with packed breakfast and head out for an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park to catch sight of the early risers. Expect to see a number of elephants, buffaloes, lions, waterbucks, Uganda Kobs, leopards, hyenas and thereafter we will proceed to Bwindi Forest National Park. Budget lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge Budget lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 9
Gorilla Trekking Experience
We always regard this day to be the biggest of all days in the safari. So, after breakfast we shall head out to the park headquarters where you will be briefed by one of the park staff and thereafter you will with the lead guide who will take you into the forest to find the gorilla family that you will be allocated to. This may take between 2-7 hours round trip depending on how long the family you are trekking will have moved today from where it was last seen yesterday. Depending on how you feel, you may go out for an evening community walk through the villages very close to the forest. Budget lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge Budget lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 10
Drive to Lake Bunyonyi
After breakfast, you will depart Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi Kabale where you will have some time to relax and enjoy the beautiful view of the lake or have an evening walk through the villages around. You can also decide to go for a boat ride on the Lake visiting some of the Islands found on the lake. Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Bunyonyi Stay: Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 11
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park & Evening game drive
Today you shall depart Bwindi after breakfast heading to Lake Mburo National Park with a lunch stop in Mbarara and thereafter you will proceed for a game drive when we get in the park. Expect to see; Zebras, Impalas, Kobs, buffaloes, giraffes, warthogs, and a variety of birds. And here you will head out for a guided walking safari in the evening. Luxury lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Mburo National Park Stay: Mpogo Safari Lodge Luxury lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 12
Return to Entebbe to mark end of your Safari
After breakfast, you will depart Lake Mburo for Kampala/ Entebbe with a lunch stop in Masaka and also at the equator for a photo shot and some shopping of souvenirs as you may wish. And thereafter you will proceed to Entebbe. And this will also mark the end of our memorable and lifetime safari. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Entebbe (City) 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
Offered by
Allanblackia Safaris
5.0 operator rating
18 reviews
Allan Blackia Safaris is an indigenous company offering some of the most experiential, client-centered tour services in Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya and Tanzania Our all-round menu includes off-the-beaten track birding, adventure, trek- king, wildlife safaris, honey moon safaris, water rafting, research and camping experiences among others.
Office In
Uganda
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2017)
Member Of
USAGA & UTB
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Personalized, goes above and beyond for you
It was an amazing experience, Sympathy is very genuine and thinks of everything! Communication is so smooth, quick replies, makes it personalized easily, very reliable company and during the trip he really took the extra step to make things run smoothly and special.
Fien · Netherlands
Fabulous
I went with my daughter for 8 days and everything was perfect since the beginning until the end. Francis and Aggrey always taking care for everything and very experienced and nice Tour guides. I would love to come back again
Miguel Katzenstein · Portugal
Amazing!!!!
We chose this company thanks to a direct acquaintance of friends who work in Uganda. We couldn't have made a better choice! A 9-day tour starting in Entebbe, spending a night at the rhino sanctuary, reaching Murchison Falls, continuing on to Queen Elizabeth Park, and finishing the tour at Lake Mburo. Perfect organization, high professionalism, and maximum availability from Sympathy, who organized the tour for us months ago, and from Giuliano and Chris, who accompanied us on this wonderful adventure, providing us with tons of fun and becoming part of our family. More than a vacation, I would call it a life experience for both us and our children, which will remain forever in our hearts.
Alessia, Ennio, Angela e Amedeo · Italy
Excellent, Professional, Adaptable, Trustworthy and the Best
Look no further for your trip to any part of Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya or Tanzania. I am a seasoned traveller having visited over 100 countries and many parts of Africa. Allanblackia Safaris stood out for me. Before the trip, they gave suggestions, answered my many questions and adapted the trip to suit my wishes. When my trip across Uganda and Rwanda arrived, Sympathy was excellent from start to finish. Informative, reliable and showed me so much more than just 'the brochure.' 'I must just take you here...' Sympathy went above and beyond from start to finish. He also has strong family values and gives back to the community. Whilst we were away, a family got stung by a bogus Safari company. Sympathy sorted a trip for them quickly with another company. He said, 'Worry about payment later - lets sort your holiday first.' This is the measure of the man - a decent human being. So book with Allenblackia Safaris (the name of his dad's favourite tree by the way) and you will have an experience of a lifetime across your chosen African country. Thank you Allanblackia Safaris for being the best.
David · United Kingdom
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
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 15 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?
Dolphin Suites - Mid-range hotel in Kampala (City) – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals 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
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Allanblackia 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.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Allanblackia Safaris.
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