Duration
8-Day
Accra, Uganda
8-Day Exclusive Primates & Wildlife Midrange Safari
Overview
Experience the unforgettable through Uganda's most celebrated wilderness. From the open Savannahs of Murchison Falls to the dense jungles of Bwindi Forest, this trip brings you face to face with Africa's Big Five--rhino, elephant, buffalo, lion, and leopard--alongside rare encounters with chimpanzees and mountain gorillas. This itinerary is tailored for wildlife lovers, nature photographers, and curious adventurers looking for a short but Comprehensive Safari across Uganda's most iconic parks.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Entebbe to Entebbe (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
15 years
Activities
game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Accommodation
Fort Murchison Lodge (Room) - Mid-range lodge just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jun 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
$4,312 USD
$3,258 USD
Nov 1, 2026 - Nov 30, 2026
$4,037 USD
$2,983 USD
Dec 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$4,312 USD
$3,258 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Mar 31, 2027
$4,312 USD
$3,258 USD
Apr 1, 2027 - May 31, 2027
$4,037 USD
$2,983 USD
Jun 1, 2027 - Oct 31, 2027
$4,312 USD
$3,258 USD
Nov 1, 2027 - Nov 30, 2027
$4,037 USD
$2,983 USD
Dec 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$4,312 USD
$3,258 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.
Quote flow
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Requests are sent directly to the tour operator
If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly
Route
country
Uganda
Start
Entebbe (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Murchison Falls NP
Day 3
Kibale NP (Chimps)
Day 4-5
Queen Elizabeth NP
Day 6
Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Day 7
Lake Bunyonyi
End
Entebbe (Entebbe) (Day 8)
Tour Features
Mid-range tour
This mid-range tour uses lodges and resorts.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't 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.
15
Minimum age of 15 years
The minimum age for this tour is 15 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, gorilla trekking, chimpanzee trekking, nature hikes/walks & boat trip
Game drives: pop-up roof minivan
Getting around: pop-up roof minivan
This operator can book your international flights
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Fort Murchison Lodge (Room)
Mid-range lodge just outside Murchison Falls NP
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3
Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
Mid-range guest house just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4-5
The Bush Lodge
Mid-range lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse
Budget guest house just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 7
Birdnest @ Bunyonyi Resort
Mid-range resort at Lake Bunyonyi – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8
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
Entebbe - Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (6hrs drive)
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport or from your overnight hotel, you'll meet your safari guide. After the safari briefing, you'll depart north toward Murchison Falls National Park. On the way, you'll stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an on-foot tracking experience with southern white rhinos—Uganda’s only location for rhino sightings. After lunch at Kabalega Diner, you will continue through rural landscapes and woodlands until you reach the park. You'll cross the Nile and settle into your lodge as the sun sets over Uganda’s largest protected area. Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Murchison Falls National Park Stay: Fort Murchison Lodge (Room) Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Game Drive, Nile River Boat Cruise & Hike to the Top of the Falls
You'll have an early morning breakfast and transfer for the morning game drive on the northern bank of the Nile, where you’ll encounter large herds of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and possibly lions and leopards hunting in the open Savannah. Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. In the afternoon, you'll take a boat ride along the Nile to the base of the mighty Murchison Falls. On the way, you'll observe hippos, Nile crocodiles, bathing elephants, and flocks of aquatic birds. At the end of the boat cruise, you will be dropped off at the bottom of the falls to take a guided hike to the top of the falls to see the Nile Waters squeezing through the 9-metre Gorge, creating a thunderous roar and sweeping panoramic views. Your driver will be waiting at the top of the Falls to transfer you back to the lodge. Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Murchison Falls National Park Stay: Fort Murchison Lodge (Room) Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Murchison Falls - Kibale National Park (Approx 6hrs drive)
After breakfast, you'll begin the scenic journey southwest to Kibale Forest National Park. This drive takes you through tea plantations, lush countryside, and crater lakes. Known for its high primate density, Kibale is home to 13 species of primates including the endangered chimpanzee. You'll arrive in the afternoon and settle into your forest lodge for a peaceful evening surrounded by birdcalls and jungle sounds. Lunch, dinner and an overnight stay at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge. Mid-range guest house located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Stay: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge Mid-range guest house located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Chimp Trekking & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP (Approx 3hrs drive)
After your breakfast, you'll transfer for briefing at Kanyanchu Visitor Centre before heading into the forest with expert trackers. You’ll search for chimpanzees in their natural habitat, often encountering them feeding, grooming, or swinging through the trees. After an exhilarating hour with a habituated group, You will return to the lodge for lunch and depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park. The drive takes you along the Rwenzori foothills and past crater lakes and Equator imaginary crossing site before arriving at Queen Elizabeth National Park. You'll enjoy a late afternoon game drive through the park later settling in a The Bush Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. 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)
Day 5
Game Viewing Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
After an early morning breakfast, you'll head off to explore the Kasenyi plains on a guided game drive. Expect sightings of elephants, lions, warthogs, kob, hyenas, and possibly leopards. You'll return to the lodge for lunch and head out again in the afternoon for a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel—a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. You'll pass pods of hippos, crocodiles, and a spectacular array of waterbirds, including kingfishers, storks, and African fish eagles. You'll return to The Bush lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. 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)
Day 6
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha
After breakfast, you'll drive through the remote Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its population of tree-climbing lions. While sightings aren’t guaranteed, there’s a good chance of seeing these big cats lounging in fig trees. Lunch will be en-route. You'll continue south to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a World Heritage Site and the most important stronghold of mountain gorillas. You'll arrive at your lodge nestled in the forested hills and rest ahead of tomorrow’s gorilla trek. Budget guest house located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas) Stay: Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse Budget guest house located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 7
Bwindi Impenetrable to Lake Bunyonyi (Approx 3hrs)
Today is the highlight of your safari. After an early breakfast and a detailed briefing by the Uganda Wildlife Authority, head into the forest for your gorilla trekking adventure. You'll hike through dense foliage, following trackers to find one of the habituated gorilla families. Once found, you'll spend a full hour observing their behavior, a moment few will ever forget. After the trek, you'll return to the lodge for lunch and continue to Lake Bunyonyi, a beautiful and serene volcanic lake dotted with 29 islands. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at Birdnest Resort. Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Bunyonyi Stay: Birdnest @ Bunyonyi Resort Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 8
Lake Bunyonyi - Entebbe Airport (Approx 7hr)
You'll enjoy a relaxed breakfast with stunning views over Lake Bunyonyi before checking out and departing for Entebbe. Along the way, you'll stop at the Equator for photos and optional souvenir shopping. You will also make a stop for lunch. Depending on your flight schedule, you will be dropped off at Entebbe International Airport in time for your onward departure. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe) 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$15.00 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 book your international flights
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
Activentures Africa Safaris
5.0 operator rating
3 reviews
Activentures Africa Safaris - is a Safari Operator offering authentic & eco-friendly tours in Uganda, Rwanda, Kenya, Tanzania & Seychelles. We offer custom itineraries for discerning travelers, focusing on authentic wildlife experiences, cultural immersion, & eco-conscious operations with a portion of profits supporting conservation and community initiatives. We curate trips that range from budget to luxury, including gorilla trekking, wildlife viewing, and hot air balloon rides.
Offices In
Uganda, United States
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2008)
Member Of
AUTO & UTB
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Rwanda, Seychelles, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5It was perfect
An excellent trip, top-notch organization, a fantastic driver, and perfect hotel choices. Excellent value for money. We loved it!!! (automatic translation from French)
Sebastien · Djibouti
An Amazing East African Experience
I have traveled to over 80Countries and used countless coordinators and Dianah and her team are absolutely the best. My wife and I recently traveled to Ethiopia, Uganda, and Rawanda for 3 weeks on a trip organized by Dianah. Everything was perfect. Our Driver/Guides, Richard and Robert are both excellent English speakers and very knowledgeable guides as well. Their vehicles are well maintained, clean and comfortable Land Cruisers. The lodges Dianah selected were first class…. With super friendly staff and excellent dining. Trekking to observe Silver Backs up close in the wild is an exhilarating experience I will never forget. I can’t wait to work with Dianah on a future African adventure!
Jeff · United States
Activentures made our dream safari a reality!
My husband and I were married in a civil ceremony in 1993 and di not have time or money for a honeymoon. For many years we have dreamed of a safari to make memories that we could reflect on as we grow older. A chance meeting with Musa led to the safari adventure of our dreams! I spoke with Musa about what our ideal safari adventure would look like and what we wanted to experience. He and Diana put together an adventure that was everything we wanted and so much more. They suggested things that we hadn't even thought of. From the moment we boarded the Kenya Airlines flight to commerce to the beautiful continent of Africa until the last moment when we arrived back in New York, everything was perfect. I am a very "hands-on" planner and this was an adventure of which I had no concept of what to expect. The experienced team at Activenures knew just how to put together the most amazing experiences and anticipated all of our needs before we had even thought about them. Their collective knowledge was so helpful in planning and executing our dream anniversary trip. They did not miss any details. Our accommodations were amazing, comfortable and well planned. Our safety was considered a number one priority. So much so, that we never even considered it because we felt so safe and comfortable that we never had to. The people who were assigned to guide us through Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda were extremely professional and their knowledge was unmatched. Musatu was our guide for the majority of our safari and we found him to be so very knowledgeable and seasoned. He was simply delightful and went above and beyond to show us his beautiful country with its amazing animals and even more amazing people. The people of Africa are so gentle and kind. We felt very welcome at every place we visited. We are so grateful to Activentures, Musa, Diana and Musatu for helping us realize our dream of getting to experience Africa in a way that was so personal and memorable. We can't say enough about the amazing experience that these folks put together for us. The 16 days we spent in Africa were so memorable without any glitches, without any problems and without any mix-ups. This is the kind of service you can only get with people who have a lot of experience with what they do. We will carry our African adventure in our hearts for the rest of our lives!
Mrs Sharon Howell · United States
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?
Fort Murchison Lodge (Room) - Mid-range lodge just outside Murchison Falls NP. Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: 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 Activentures Africa 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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