8-Day Private Uganda Big 5 Luxury Safari with Gorillas and Chimps

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day private Uganda safari, where you’ll track mountain gorillas, chimpanzees, and experience thrilling wildlife game drives. Discover the Big 5 animals and have the opportunity to see tree climbing lions. Don’t miss the option of Lion Experiential Tracking for a unique nocturnal predator encounter.

Duration: 8 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park, via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Visit to the Top of Murchison Falls

Murchison Falls National Park - After an early breakfast at your hotel in Kampala, you will be transferred to Murchison Falls National Park via Masindi town. You will have lunch in Masindi Town after which you will enter the Murchison falls through the Kichumbanyobo gate. The Park is well known for the spectacular Murchison Falls, where the world’s longest river detonates fervently through a tapered crevice in the Rift Valley escarpment to thrust into a foaming pool 43m below.

Here you will see the magnificent top of the falls and where it is believed to be raining all day throughout the year and also forming the Rainbow. Retire to your assigned place of accommodation for dinner and overnight stay

Morning Game drive and afternoon Boat Safari on Victoria Nile

Murchison Falls National Park - Early in the morning after breakfast, you will set out for the game drive on the Northern sector of the Park. Expect to encounter animals like Giraffes, Lions, Elephants, baboons, and a number of different antelopes. Return to the lodge for lunch and in the afternoon set out for the launch cruise on the Albert Nile to the Bottom of the falls. Expect to see animals like Hippos, crocodiles, Waterbucks, and a wide variety of bird species.

You will also reach the “Devils Cauldron” where you will be able to see clearly the majestic Murchison Falls. Return for dinner and overnight stay

Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park & Bigodi wetland visit

Kibale National Park - After breakfast, you will travel to Kibale Forest national park. The journey will take almost 7-8 hours. It will take you through the verdant country side of the Albertine Escarpment. Also you will pass by Hoima homesteads for a clear view of the true African culture.

Lunch will be held en route in Hoima town. Proceed with the journey to Fort portal and later reach Kibale in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight stay

Chimpanzee tracking and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Queen Elizabeth National Park - After breakfast, you will set out for the morning briefing of the Chimpanzee tracking activity at Kanyachu, the Park Headquarters, and later after this, you will enter the forest to search for the man’s closest friend - the chimps. All trackers must be above 18 years of age. The experience you will get when you are with these chimps, will enable you figure out the similarities between the Chimps and Man.

Besides the chimps, you will also be able to see other primate species such as the grey cheeked mangabeys, baboons and vervet monkeys. Return back to the Lodge for Lunch and in the afternoon we will leave for Queen Elizabeth National Park.

En-route visit the crater regions for scenic viewing. Dinner and overnight stay

Experiential lions and leopard tracking Game drive and Boat Safari on Kazinga Channel

Queen Elizabeth National Park - Early morning after breakfast, you will set out for the game drive along the Kasenyi track for game viewing including the Buffalo, Elephant, Warthog and Lion. After this, return to the lodge for lunch and later depart for a 2-hour launch cruise along the Kazinga Channel. Here you will encounter a close look at the Hippos, crocodiles and other bird species.

Dinner and overnight stay

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park via Ishasha Sector for Tree Climbing Lions

Bwindi Impenetrable Forest - After breakfast, you will drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via the Ishasha sector, an area commonly known for the rare tree-climbing lions. After the game drive in Ishasha, have lunch and later proceed with your journey to Bwindi reaching it in the evening.

Dinner and overnight stay

Mountain Gorilla Trekking and Batwa cultural visit

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - After an early morning breakfast, gather at the Park headquarters, for a briefing from the Ranger Guide of Uganda Wildlife Authority. You will be briefed about the Gorilla tracking protocol and once this is done, you will set out with your packed lunch and penetrate the Jungle forest to search for the rare Mountain Gorillas.

The time taken to track gorillas is unpredictable and it can take 2- 10 hours.

Transfer back to Kampala via the Equator stop point

Entebbe - After breakfast, you will be transferred back to Kampala with lunch en-route at Igongo Cultural Centre and restaurant. Transfer to Kampala via the Equator line point in the late afternoon. Drop off will be at your Hotel or at the airport for the late night flight.

What's Included
  • Bottled drinking water included
  • Lunch provided
  • Dinner included
  • Breakfast provided
Additional Information

Experience an unforgettable safari comprised of Mountain gorillas, Chimpanzee tracking, wildlife game drives, and a boat safari. The adventure offers opportunities to encounter all members of the Big 5. Additionally, this safari features the unique tree climbing lions and the optional Lion Experiential Tracking, offering an intimate look at the fascinating nocturnal predators.

Location
Entebbe International Airport
Kampala Road
Please let us know your pickup location on confirmation of your safari with us
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Itsstela
Mar 10, 2023
Professional and reliable tour company - I just wanted to say a huge thank you to Pamoja Tours for making our nine-day trip so memorable. We had a wonderful time with you guys and would love to come back one day! First off, I have to say that the travel consultant Regina was very pleasant in our initial contact. She answered all my questions with a quick responding time, provided different options and rates, and advised on various aspects such as weather, categories and best time to visit until the itinerary was perfect. The owner Mr. Sperito Mukiibi picked us up at the airport personally and was very laid back and friendly, which immediately put us at ease after our long flight. Upon our request, he also took us to have a delicious Rolex (must try!) on our first day. We felt like both of them went above and beyond to make sure we had a good time during our tour. Also, they went the extra mile by making our Valentine’s Day in Uganda unique. Our guide City Tyson is a very positive and knowledgeable person, and through him we learned so much about the animals and the environment. He was always able to answer any questions we had about the wildlife or history of the area we were visiting and is truly a walking encyclopedia. A Bwindi native himself, he also made sure we got into the best group for gorilla tracking :) He also took us to try various fruits and dishes during our drives and organized two spontaneous “picnics” with marvelous views and delicious snacks. We had a very smooth trip despite the road condition and long distance. The lodges we stayed at were each unique in their own way, and had great views and amenities. The food in the lodges was amazing, particularly the local one. The lodge we enjoyed most and recommend was Mahagony Springs in Bwindi, not to be missed if you go for gorilla tracking! At the end of our tour, the team of Pamoja Tours met us again personally and asked us for our feedback on our tour and made sure we were happy with how it went. We will definitely recommend Pamoja to everyone who visits East Africa and would go for them again when we have the chance.
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W5282aejosephs
May 23, 2022
Amazing safari - One of the best experience I have ever had in a safari,I really liked the gorilla tracking. The company's guides are very friendly,their cars are in excellent condition.
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106oymt
May 21, 2022
The most beautiful days I spent in this place - The most beautiful days I spent in this place is fun here and there are a lot of amazing nature and animals that are found in safari, the best trip I made
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