Uganda Adventure: Gorillas and Savanna Wonders

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Embark on a 7-day private Uganda safari from Entebbe. Track gorillas, savor local cuisine, and immerse in vibrant cultures. Book your adventure now.

Duration: 7 days

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Arrival Entebbe International Airport ⇨ Meet Your Safari guide

Entebbe - Upon arrival in Entebbe, your safari tour guide will greet you and assist with your transfer to your accommodation near the beautiful Lake Victoria. You’ll check in, take some time to relax, and enjoy a delicious dinner, all while taking in the scenic views of the lake….

Arrival Entebbe International Airport ⇨ Meet Your Safari guide

This private 7-Day Safari Adventure is customizable to fit your needs. Contact us if you’d like to:

Adjust the itinerary duration.
Choose between 4-5-star accommodations.
Add extra activities or excursions.
Select specific arrival and departure locations in Uganda.
Include any other personal preferences.

The tour includes activities like trekking and walking safaris that require moderate fitness. The gorilla trek, in particular, can be demanding due to uneven terrain. If you have health concerns, consult your doctor before booking and let us know if you have specific needs to ensure your comfort and safety

Transfer To Queen Elizabeth National Park

Uganda Equator - Rise early and enjoy a hearty breakfast as we prepare to embark on our safari adventure. Our journey begins with a series of fascinating stopovers, starting at the Equator, where you can stand with one foot in each hemisphere—a perfect spot for memorable photos and souvenir shopping. Next, we’ll visit the Igongo Cultural Center, where you’ll enjoy a delicious lunch and have a chance to rest and explore the local culture.

Kalinzu Central Forest Reserve - Continuing our adventure, we’ll pass through the cool, fresh air of Bushenyi, taking in the stunning views of lush tea plantations sprawled across the rolling hills of Igara and Ishaka. As we drive through the serene Kalinzu Forest Reserve, keep your eyes peeled for glimpses of wildlife and natural beauty.

Queen Elizabeth National Park - Finally, we’ll arrive at Queen Elizabeth National Park, where we’ll check into Buffalo Safari Lodge. Here, you’ll have time to unwind and relax before heading out for an exhilarating evening game drive. The day will end with a delightful dinner and a comfortable overnight stay at the lodge, surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise Along The Kazinga Channel

Queen Elizabeth National Park - Rise early, enjoy your breakfast, and our guide will take you on an exciting game drive. You’ll have the chance to spot elephants, buffaloes, lions, leopards, and various bird species like storks and flamingoes, Midday Return to the lodge for a relaxing lunch and some downtime.

Kazinga Channel - Afternoon Later, our guide will take you on a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. This 2-hour cruise offers views of hippos, warthogs, elephants, and crocodiles. in the Evening End your day with dinner and an overnight stay at Buffalo Safari Lodge.

Chimp Trekking In ⇨ Kalinzu Forest and Transfer To ⇨ Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Kalinzu Central Forest Reserve - After breakfast, get ready for an exciting chimpanzee trek. Put on your hiking shoes and prepare for a hike that will take one to two hours. You’ll walk through the forest with your expert hiking guide and rangers, who will ensure your safety. Keep your eyes peeled for chimpanzees as you explore. Once the trek is complete, we’ll embark on a long drive towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - As we journey towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, we’ll pass through the Ishasha sector, famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. This scenic drive offers opportunities to spot diverse wildlife and enjoy the beautiful landscapes. Continue your drive to Bwindi, where you’ll arrive at the heart of the endangered mountain gorillas’ habitat, After arriving at your lodge, take some time to relax and unwind. Enjoy a leisurely evening and a delicious dinner. Get a good night’s rest and prepare for the exciting gorilla hike scheduled for the following morning.

Gorilla Trekking and Transfer To ⇨ Lake Bunyonyi

Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Start your day with an early breakfast before heading to the park headquarters by 7:00 am. There, you’ll meet your gorilla trekking guide and join other gorilla trekking guests for a detailed briefing about the forest, including the dos and don’ts. Your guide will then lead you to the starting point of your trek. Depending on the location of the gorillas, the hike can range from one to five hours. Be sure to bring a packed lunch, plenty of water, sturdy shoes, non-flash cameras, rain jackets, and walking sticks if needed. During the trek, you might see various forest birds and small primates like Black and White colobus monkeys and blue monkeys.

Lake Bunyonyi - After the trek, transfer to Lake Bunyonyi, known for its breathtaking beauty. Upon arrival and check-in at your lodge, enjoy an evening boat ride on the lake. The lake, with its 29 small islands, offers amazing views and has a rich history, After the boat ride, return to the lodge to relax and have a delightful dinner while overlooking the stunning views of Lake Bunyonyi

Transfer To ⇨ Lake Mburo National Park For an Game Drive and Boat Ride

Lake Mburo National Park - Start your day early with a delicious breakfast. After checking out of your lodge, our guide will take you on a scenic drive to Lake Mburo National Park. You’ll be treated to incredible wildlife sightings, including zebras, giraffes, impalas, kobs, and antelopes. Bird watchers will be delighted by species such as the great snipe, African finfoot, and saddle-billed stork.

Lake Mburo National Park - Upon arrival at your lodge, unwind and enjoy a leisurely lunch. After your meal and some relaxation, our guide will take you on a short drive to the lake where you will board a boat for a two-hour cruise. During the boat ride on Lake Mburo, you’ll have the chance to see hippos, crocodiles, and various water birds, including the African fish eagle and the rare African finfoot. You’ll also spot buffaloes and antelopes along the shores.
After your boat cruise, you’ll return to the lodge for a delightful dinner and a restful overnight stay.

Transfer To ⇨ Entebbe To End The 7-Day Safari

Entebbe - On the last day of your 7-Day safari, your schedule is flexible. After an early breakfast, if you have an early flight, we will drive you straight to Entebbe International Airport to ensure you arrive on time. If your flight is later in the evening, we can arrange additional activities along the way. Alternatively, if you prefer to be dropped off at any hotel or accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe, just let us know. Your safari guide will accommodate your preferences to make your departure as smooth as possible.

What's Included

Private transportation
Boat Ride on Kazinga Channel
Canoe on Lake Bunyonyi
Boat ride on Lake Mburo
Lunch
Dinner
Licensed Guide
Breakfast
Drinking water in the vehicle
Park Entry fees
Gorilla trekking permit

What's Not Included

Alcoholic drinks and beverages
Items of personal nature like tips
Ugandan Visa
International Flights
Tip to local guides, hotel and restaurant staff

Additional Information

This tour is the vivid tapestry of Uganda’s landscapes and cultures that you’ll explore. Picture the sun rising over the savannah, the distant roar of a lion breaking the morning calm, and the earthy scent of acacia trees filling the air. As you trek through the misty Bwindi Forest, the call of exotic birds and the sight of mountain gorillas in their…

Cancellation Policy

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

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501bellek

May 7, 2025

I would encourage anyone considering this trip to go for it, and I can recommend this team wholeheartedly!! - Khalil from DesertTrips Safari arranged our 10-day private Uganda tour for April 2025. He ensured everything was taken care of, including transport, meals, and excellent accommodations, along with airline ticketing. My husband had never traveled as far as Uganda, and he had a carefree and wonderful experience! Every detail in the itinerary was executed exactly as planned, resulting in flawless logistics that involved the coordination of many people and facilities. The treks are challenging, but the reward of seeing chimpanzees and gorillas is beyond description. Stanley, our driver and guide, was a perfect match for us; he played a significant role in making our trip the best. We felt safe with his driving, and he spotted much wildlife that we would have missed. He ensured we were prepared for the gorilla trek and drove us to the starting point. It was an unforgettable experience. The trip from start to finish was everything and more than I could have imagined. After a long flight, we arrived in Entebbe to be greeted at the airport by our guide and driver, Stanley, who escorted us to our hotel. We were joined by another couple from Italy and enjoyed their company during our visit. The four of us shared the safari vehicle with Stanley—we prefer small groups. After a restful day in Entebbe, we began our journey to Uganda’s national parks, including Lake Mburo, Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Kibale, and Queen Elizabeth. Once we left the metro area of Kampala, we discovered beautiful countryside, with rolling hills filled with tea, coffee, bananas, pineapples, cotton, and mangos, to name a few. As we approached Lake Mburo National Park, the landscape became a bit more mountainous, and later, upon arriving at Queen Elizabeth National Park for our gorilla trek, the mountains rose above 7,000 feet. During our boat rides on Lake Mburo and the channel connecting Lakes Edward and Albert, we saw many bird species, including fish eagles and spoon-billed storks, along with a few crocodiles, elephants, countless hippos, waterbucks, zebras, giraffes, impalas, cape buffalo, and more. Our gorilla trek in Queen Elizabeth National Park was the highlight of our Uganda adventure. Visiting our gorilla group, Mukiza Group, was one of the most exciting experiences of all our travels. Close behind were the lion and chimpanzee treks, both fun and unforgettable. Sandwiched between these highlights were many enjoyable and interesting experiences, including a swamp trek, a visit to Botwa cultural village with a session in the company of the community's “traditional healer,” and shopping in local markets and women’s handicraft centers. Each day began with a robust breakfast complete with juice, a variety of fruits, eggs made to order, bacon or sausage, and pancakes. We enjoyed lunch at local restaurants, usually buffet style, with an amazing variety of salads, vegetables, meats, and desserts. At day’s end, our overnight accommodations were first-class. Each evening meal included a variety of salads, vegetables, meats, and desserts, after which we retired to find the bed netting in place and sheets and blankets turned down, ensuring us a perfect night’s sleep. Their guides, infrastructure, and direct control over all elements of the trip is why I choose to travel with them. Their guides are unique, energetic, experienced, and caring individuals. We learned so much from them and experienced many extraordinary things. They truly make the trip! It’s clear they select the best and go all out! We won’t travel with anyone else. Their success rate is 101%. As long as I can do extreme adventures, I plan to go again with DesertTrips Safari!

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785abigailn

Apr 27, 2025

Everything was coordinated beautifully! Let this amazing team do all the preparation for you. - Our trip to Uganda was fantastic from start to finish. Khalil from DesertTrips Safari was amazing at listening to our requirements. I reached out about six months before we wanted to go, and he did a great job creating a perfect trip that melded all of our differing interests and travel styles. The density and variety of wildlife were extraordinary. It was much more amazing than I could have ever dreamed of. We went to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Kalinzu Forest, and Kazinga Channel..etc. It was breathtaking to see the Gorillas and Chimpanzees, elephants, lions, zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, many species of antelope, hyenas, cape buffalo, hippos, etc. From such a close distance. This was made possible by our amazing guide/driver, Stanley. He had a sixth sense for knowing where the animals would be and which way they would be going, so that he could position us in such a way that the animals were coming to us. He explained particularly impressively about the manner of their behavior in every respect. Stanley was knowledgeable about the geography, plants, and animals of the area, and we learned much from him and very pleasant in company, dexterous and safe to drive, he constantly took care of our comfort. It was clear that Stanley was giving us the best possible experience on our trip. Each accommodation added its unique touches to our stay that made our trip truly special. The meals were delicious, varied, and nicely served, and the restaurants were very neat, clean, and tastefully furnished. The staff bent over backward to make sure anything you need is taken care of, all with megawatt smiles. All in all, we got to experience a little bit of everything and loved every second. Highly recommend them for your next trip!

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531kashifa

Dec 12, 2024

If you're lucky enough to book with them, you’re in for an absolute treat - We booked a tour with Deserttrips safari for our Africa trip in Uganda. They designed customized itineraries based on our preferences. They were amazing, very responsive and so full of ideas, addressed our concerns, and ensured the program maintained a comfortable pace for each activity. They considered all logistical details, reminded us to bring bug repellent and take required immunizations, and advised us on proper attire for the trip. Our guide, Stanley, was kind of a gentleman, a fantastic driver, and knowledgeable. But oh are we glad that we found him! From day one we were in capable hands with one of the sweetest and kindest young men I have had the privilege to meet and spend time with. He went above and beyond the call of duty to make sure we saw what we most wanted to see and tirelessly explained so much to us about African wildlife, Ugandan culture, and more... He invited us to his home, where his wife prepared a delicious traditional Ugandan lunch. She also made coffee from raw beans, roasted them over charcoal, ground them, and then brewed them. It was tasty!!! The highlights of our trip were visiting Murchison Falls National Park, Lake Bunyonyi, Kidepo Valley National Park, and Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi National Park.... The entire team tracking the gorillas and guides was wonderful. Spending an hour with them is truly a remarkable experience. it’s a feeling you need to experience on your own! and I’d highly recommend this to anyone planning to visit the region! We felt safe the entire time and throughout our time in Uganda. I cannot wait to come back one day..

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Adelinem667

Oct 11, 2024

We had an exceptional trip and if I'm fortunate enough to return one day, I'll be reaching out to DesertTrips Safari. - We booked a private tour to Uganda through DesertTrips Safari. We were taken care of from when we were picked up at the Airport to when we were dropped off. It was an amazing trip where we got to meet the people and soul of Uganda. Everyone was so kind and so friendly and spoke great English. We were very impressed by all of the lodges we stayed at. Everything was very nice and clean. Queen Elizabeth National Park was absolutely amazing. We saw all the animals we wanted to see and guides shared their knowledge of the animals, geography, and culture of the area and welcomed our questions. We were even lucky enough to see the chimpanzees when we went chimpanzee tracking on our 2nd day. All the tours were worth every penny. Lots of animals to see. We visited the Shoebill birds as a side trip... So glad we did! Off down south we went to the Bwindi impenetrable forest for our gorilla trekking. On the way we had another river safari and had the most amazing time seeing beautiful birds, hippos, and over 100 elephants coming and going. We just didn’t expect to see so many. We got to stop and relax watching them all drink, play, and trumpet. A green and lush country. With helpful and friendly people. There is a huge variety in the countryside from the lakes of Mutanda in the southwest to the plains of the north, the unusual crater lakes. The birdlife is amazing so much variety - many types of kingfishers and every other bird. Lucky to not have many biting flies at the time of year we were there but still take lots of bug spray as they are around. It was absolutely jam-packed with amazing experiences and got better and better a day to relax and enjoy the scenery would have been nice. The trip to Uganda is not to be missed!! I would highly recommend it to anyone!

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M3084fpsuzannea

Sep 30, 2024

Ultimate Ugandan Safari - Upcoming trip - We worked with DesertTrips Safari to book our Uganda safari trip this month. The itinerary is exactly as we wanted it. The tour was very well planned and executed and it exceeded all of our expectations - thank you!! There was never a hold-up/question about entrance permits when we arrived at the National Parks. The airport pick-ups were very smooth. All of the hotels/bush camps/lodges were excellent, stepping out of the rooms in the morning is a treat for the eyes. Every single member of the staff was very kind and went out of their way to help, the food was good in terms of options and taste. I do not think I have ever encountered such warm, genuine hospitality! Stanley was our guide and driver for all trip and he was excellent. He helped us feel safe while traveling around the country, taking part in lots of different activities and getting to know the locals and their culture. He always made sure we were in a position to get the best photos and experiences, which was lovely of him, Our 7day itinerary included a Queen Elizabeth National Park, a boat cruise along the Kazinga channel, chimp trekking in Kalinzu forest, lake Bunyonyi, lake Mburo National Park...etc. Each park we visited had it's own unique personality, terrain, and variety of animals, After the safari, The breathtaking landscapes, incredible wildlife, and rich cultural experiences made this trip truly unforgettable and we were sad to leave. All and all a great vacation that more than met our expectations and one that I would highly recommend. They did a fantastic job!

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