Duration
12-Day
Accra, Uganda
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.
Plan snapshot
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
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
USD
Before booking
Quote flow
This mid-range tour uses lodges and hotels.
This tour will be organized exclusively for you. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will be shared with others.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
The minimum age for this tour is 17 years.
Day 1
Mid-range hotel in Entebbe (City) – Breakfast & Dinner Included
Breakfast & Dinner Included
Day 2-3
Mid-range lodge less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4-5
Mid-range lodge bordering Kibale NP (Chimps) without fences – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6-7
Mid-range lodge just outside Queen Elizabeth NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 8-9
Mid-range lodge just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 10
Mid-range lodge outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 11
Mid-range lodge just outside Lake Mburo NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 12
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Tour step
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
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)
Day 2
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)
Day 3
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)
Day 4
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)
Day 5
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)
Day 6
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)
Day 7
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)
Day 8
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)
Day 9
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)
Day 10
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)
Day 11
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)
Day 12
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)
Tour step
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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)
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
Offered by
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
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Just 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
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
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.
Jeannine · Germany
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.
George Bevan · Portugal
Practical answers
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.
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Jet Villas Entebbe - Mid-range hotel in Entebbe (City) – Breakfast & Dinner Included. Meals: Breakfast & Dinner Included
This tour starts and ends in Entebbe
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
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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