10-Day Uganda safari Vacation

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US $2,711 Per Person

Tour Overview

Uganda is one of the most exciting countries to visit in Africa, famous for its great apes (chimpanzees and gorillas). On this 10-day Uganda safari, explore the heart of tropical Uganda, trekking through lush rainforests to meet these incredible primates. But that’s not all – enjoy classic game safaris, stunning landscapes, and the warm hospitality of Uganda’s friendly people. We have carefully chosen your accommodation for their comfort, beauty, and closeness to nature. Almost all the activities mentioned in this 10 Days Uganda safari are already included in the price. At Choose Uganda Safaris, we always look for unique and exciting experiences to make your trip truly special. Want more adventure? We can arrange extra activities like tracking lions with GPS in Queen Elizabeth National Park, canoeing on the calm waters of Lake Mutanda, Cooking class with local women in Buhoma, or even mountain biking or horse riding among zebras in Lake Mburo Game Park. 

Highlights

  • Track wild gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
  • Meet playful chimpanzees in Kibale rainforest
  • Exciting game drives in Queen Elizabeth Park
  • Cruise the wildlife-packed Kazinga Channel
  • Explore the wild beauty of Bigodi Swamp on foot
  • Marvel at crater lakes and misty volcanoes
  • Walk or bike among wild zebras in Lake Mburo
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Itinerary IN dETAIL

Discover your route below. This itinerary is the starting point, tailor your adventure with the specific experiences.

Your 10 Days Uganda safari adventure starts the moment you land at Entebbe International Airport, right by the shores of Africa’s biggest lake – Lake Victoria. A friendly guide will be waiting to greet you and take you on a short, comfortable 15-minute drive to your first lodge. Tonight, relax with a cool drink under the sparkling African stars and enjoy a peaceful night’s rest.

Accommodation Options:

Simple: Airport Guesthouse (Breakfast)

Middle Class: The Boma Hotel (Breakfast)

Luxury: No. 5 Boutique Hotel (Breakfast)

Today, at about 8:00 am, you will meet your guide for a short briefing about the journey ahead. Then, you will set off on a scenic 320-kilometer drive (about 5 hours) to the beautiful Kibale Forest. The road takes you past friendly villages, green tea farms, sparkling crater lakes, and thick rainforests. On a clear day, you might see the famous Rwenzori Mountains, also called the Mountains of the Moon, with their white, snow-covered peaks.

Around midday, you will stop in Fort Portal for a tasty lunch and enjoy the relaxed and colorful vibe of this pretty town. After lunch, you continue to Kibale Forest National Park. Arriving in Kibale feels like stepping into a magical world full of monkeys. Known as the “primate capital of Africa,” this forest is home to 13 kinds of primates, including playful red-tailed monkeys, black-and-white colobus, red colobus, diademed monkeys, lively mangabeys, and the tiny bush baby. Around the forest are beautiful tea gardens and papyrus swamps, and the nearby Bigodi Wetland is a paradise for bird lovers, full of rare and colorful birds.

Accommodation Options:

Simple: Kibale Forest Camp (Full Board)

Middle Class: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge (Full Board)

Luxury: Crater Safari Lodge (Full Board)

Exclusive: Kibale Lodge (Full Board)

Today is all about seeing the amazing primates in Kibale Forest and nearby wetlands. In the morning, you will go on a fun chimpanzee trek that usually takes 2 to 4 hours, depending on how far the chimpanzees are. Your expert ranger will help you follow signs like broken branches and sounds deep in the forest to find these lively and noisy animals. Seeing a chimpanzee up close — one of our closest animal relatives — is a very special and unforgettable moment.

In the afternoon, after a nice lunch and rest at your lodge, you will take a calm, guided walk through Bigodi Swamp. This walk is part of a community project that helps local people who live near the forest. By joining the walk, you help protect nature and support the people who live there. During the 2-hour walk, you will see many monkeys and colorful birds, like the rare and beautiful giant turaco.

Accommodation Options:

Simple: Kibale Forest Camp (Full Board)

Middle Class: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge (Full Board)

Luxury: Crater Safari Lodge (Full Board)

Exclusive: Kibale Lodge (Full Board)

After a relaxed breakfast, you will drive to the famous Queen Elizabeth National Park, a journey of about 150 kilometers (around 2 hours). On the way, you will pass peaceful villages, green tea plantations, and beautiful crater lakes. You will also stop at the Equator monument for photos before entering the open savannah of the park. After lunch at your lodge, you will head out on your first exciting game drive to look for animals.

Queen Elizabeth National Park is huge, covering almost 2,000 square kilometers in the Rift Valley. It is surrounded by the Rwenzori Mountains to the north and Lake Edward to the west. In the middle of the park is the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lakes Edward and George and is great for boat safaris. You will also see beautiful volcanic craters and the Kyambura Gorge, a deep valley filled with rainforest and home to chimpanzees. The park is full of wildlife like elephants, buffalo, lions, leopards, hippos, crocodiles, and over 600 types of birds. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner under the bright African stars.

Accommodation Options:

Simple: Bush Lodge – Banda (Half Board)

Middle class: Enganzi Game Lodge (Full Board)

Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge – Deluxe Room (Full Board)

Exclusive: The River Station (Full Board with drinks)

Today is all about exploring the wildlife of Queen Elizabeth National Park. After an early breakfast, you will go on a morning jeep safari. As the sun rises, the savannah is covered with a light mist, and you will hear the sounds of nature waking up — birds sings, elephants moving, and maybe even a lion roaring in the distance. 

After the game drive, you will return to your lodge for lunch and some rest. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. This channel is famous for having the highest concentration of hippos in the world! You will see huge pods of hippos, giant crocodiles sunbathing, buffalo cooling in the water, and many colorful birds. If you are lucky, you may also spot elephants playing and spraying water along the shore.

Private Boat Cruise (Optional): If you want an even closer look, you can choose a private boat. A smaller boat lets you move at your own pace, get closer to the animals, and enjoy the experience with just your group.

Accommodation Options:

Simple: Bush Lodge – Banda (Half Board)

Middle class: Enganzi Game Lodge (Full Board)

Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge – Deluxe Room (Full Board)

Exclusive: The River Station (Full Board with drinks)

This morning, you will head out for one last safari in Queen Elizabeth National Park. It is your final chance to spot the animals you have been hoping to see — maybe a lion lounging in the grass, a herd of elephants walking across the savannah, or colorful birds flying overhead. After the game drive, you will return to your lodge for a relaxed afternoon. You can cool off in the pool, sip a drink, or simply enjoy the beautiful views of the African wilderness from your veranda.

If you are in the mood for more adventure, you can choose from some amazing optional activities. Visit the Kyambura Women’s Coffee Cooperative, where you will learn how local women grow and roast Uganda’s famous coffee and hear their inspiring stories. For wildlife lovers, there’s predator tracking, where you will join a biologist to follow lions and leopards using radio collars. Or you can go on a Kyambura Gorge trek, a thrilling hike through a deep, green valley filled with rainforest, where you might see chimpanzees and other wildlife.

Accommodation Options:

Simple: Bush Lodge – Banda (Half Board)

Middle class: Enganzi Game Lodge (Full Board)

Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge – Deluxe Room (Full Board)

Exclusive: The River Station (Full Board With Drinks)

This morning, you will leave the golden savannahs behind and travel south toward the dramatic volcanoes of Uganda’s far corner. The journey is stunning, showing off the country’s natural beauty at every turn. 

You will pass through dense rainforests, lush coffee plantations, and winding mountain roads before arriving at the breathtaking Lake Mutanda. Nestled at the foot of the Virunga Volcanoes, this lake looks like something out of a fairytale, with misty mountains and emerald-green waters creating a magical setting.

Depending on your trip option, you will either stay at the charming Mutanda Lake Resort (about a 6.5-hour drive), in Kisoro town (6 hours), or in Buhoma near Bwindi Impenetrable Forest (about 3 hours). Lake Mutanda is a hidden gem in Uganda’s southwest, surrounded by the habitats of the rare mountain gorillas. It’s an ideal base for gorilla trekking in Mgahinga Gorilla National Park or Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. If you want to add more adventure to your day, there are plenty of optional activities. Whether you choose adventure or relaxation, Lake Mutanda will leave you in awe of its beauty and tranquility.

Accommodation Options:

Simple: Travelers Rest (Breakfast)

Middle class: Mutanda Lake Resort – Standard Cottage (Half Board)

Semi-luxury: Mutanda Lake Resort – Luxury Cottage (Half Board)

Exclusive: Buhoma Lodge (Full board with drinks)

This morning, you’ll set off for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, ready for the most unforgettable adventure of your trip — tracking the mighty mountain gorillas. With experienced Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers leading the way, you’ll trek through the thick jungle, following signs like broken bamboo, nests, and fresh dung that show you are close. 

The hike can take 2 to 6 hours, but every step is worth it when you finally stand face-to-face with a gentle silverback and his family. Watching these amazing animals in their natural home — so calm, so human-like — is a moment you will remember for the rest of your life.

If you’re not trekking gorillas today, you still have many fun activities to enjoy around Lake Mutanda. You can swim with playful otters, go kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, sailing, or take a motorboat ride on the calm waters. For those who love adventure, hiking in the surrounding hills or trekking the volcanoes in Mgahinga National Park is a great choice. You can also track the rare Golden Monkeys here. For travelers who want more time to relax and enjoy the lake after the gorilla trek, we suggest adding an extra night.

Optional Gorilla Habituation Day: Instead of regular trekking, you can choose a special gorilla habituation experience in Bwindi. This gives you up to four hours with a gorilla family, alongside researchers who are helping these wild gorillas get used to human presence. Only four people are allowed per group, making this a rare and intimate experience — perfect for those who want a deeper connection with these gentle giants.

Accommodation Options:

Simple: Travelers Rest (Breakfast)

Middle class: Mutanda Lake Resort – Standard Cottage (Half Board)

Semi-luxury: Mutanda Lake Resort – Luxury Cottage (Half Board)

Exclusive: Buhoma Lodge (Full board with drinks)

This morning,  

This morning, you’ll say goodbye to the magical Lake Mutanda, carrying with you the unforgettable memories of meeting the mountain gorillas — moments that feel like something straight out of Gorillas in the Mist. Your journey takes you along the scenic road that links Rwanda to Kampala and Kenya, heading toward the charming Lake Mburo National Park. 

In the evening, settle into your beautiful lodge, surrounded by rolling hills and peaceful wildlife. For a little extra adventure, you can choose an optional night safari before dinner. Lake Mburo National Park is Uganda’s smallest national park but full of surprises. It’s the only park where you can find elegant impalas and majestic elands. At the heart of the park lies the sparkling Lake Mburo, home to hippos, crocodiles, and an amazing variety of colorful birds.

Optional Night Safari: Before dinner, you can join a thrilling night safari. With the help of spotlights, you’ll go in search of nocturnal animals like galagos (bush babies), hyenas, and — if you’re lucky — a leopard prowling through the dark. It’s an experience that adds a whole new layer of excitement to your safari adventure.

Accommodation Options:

Simple: Eagles Nest (Breakfast)

Middle class: Rwakobo Rock (Full Board)

Luxury: Mihingo Lodge (Full Board)

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