7 Day Gorilla and Chimp Safari
Kibale Forest · Queen Elizabeth · Ishasha · Bwindi Impenetrable
From $3,685 pp in a group of 4
7 days · Uganda
7 Day Murchison and Bwindi Gorilla Safari in Uganda
Link Murchison Falls savanna and Nile cruises with Queen Elizabeth game viewing and a mountain gorilla trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest plus Batwa cultural trails on this seven-day western circuit from Entebbe. Murchison, Queen Elizabeth, and Bwindi days are sequenced so boat cruises, drives, and treks stay practical from your lodges.
from$2,343pp in a group of 6
$4,675 pp for a solo traveller. See every group size
- 7days
- 1country
- 6travellers at most
In brief
What this safari is
- Murchison Falls
- Queen boat cruise
- Bwindi gorillas
- Batwa trail
Murchison Falls National Park combines waterfall viewpoints with Nile wildlife; Queen Elizabeth spans crater lakes and savanna plains toward the Rwenzori foothills. Bwindi protects mountain gorillas in misty rainforest on the southwestern edge of the circuit.
Before you go
Gorilla trekking requires forest walking that can last several hours on steep, muddy paths; game drives are mostly seated. You must meet Uganda Wildlife Authority age and health rules for gorilla visits; permits are included when secured for your dates.
Before you book
Quick facts
- Starts at
- Entebbe International Airport
- Length
- 7 days / 6 nights
- Group size
- Up to 6 travellers
- Book ahead
- Please ask at least 7 days ahead
Day by day
The itinerary
Each day shows where you spend it, with today's sunrise and sunset there.
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Day 1: Arrival and Murchison Falls
Murchison Falls
Arrive Entebbe and transfer to Murchison Falls National Park with a hike to the top of the falls where the Nile forces through the Rift escarpment gorge.
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Day 2: Game drive and Nile cruise
Murchison Falls
Early guided game drive on the northern bank for savanna wildlife, then return for lunch and an afternoon boat cruise on the Nile at Murchison Falls among hippos, crocodiles, and waterbirds.
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Day 3: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth
Queen Elizabeth
Drive southwest to Queen Elizabeth National Park and check in to The Bush Lodge bandas for dinner and overnight, with scenery through the western Rift landscapes en route.
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Day 4: Queen game drive and boat cruise
Queen Elizabeth
Morning guided game drive exploring Queen Elizabeth plains and wildlife, lunch at lodge, then afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel connecting Lakes Edward and George for hippos, buffalo, and birds.
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Day 5: To Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Bwindi Impenetrable
Transfer south to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and overnight at Gorilla Valley Lodge in preparation for gorilla trekking the following morning.
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Day 6: Gorilla trek and Batwa trail
Bwindi Impenetrable
Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi with briefing at park headquarters, forest trek to a habituated group, one hour with gorillas, then Batwa cultural trail experiences before second night at Gorilla Valley Lodge.
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Day 7: Return to Entebbe
Entebbe
Breakfast and road transfer back to Entebbe International Airport for your outbound flight, with stops as needed for lunch and leg stretches on the long western return drive.
The sun setting over the plains of Queen Elizabeth.
Your group
Price for your group
2 travellers: $3,905 each, $7,810 in total.
| Travellers | Per person | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $4,675 | $4,675 |
| 2 | $3,905 16% off | $7,810 |
| 3 | $3,905 16% off | $11,715 |
| 4 | $3,432 27% off | $13,728 |
| 5 | $3,146 33% off | $15,730 |
| 6 | $2,343 50% off | $14,058 |
Prices are in US dollars per person, from the group rates listed with this trip.
The detail
What is included
Included
- All internal airport transfers on the tour
- All meals
- Fully guided safari in a 4x4 vehicle
- All accommodations listed in the itinerary
- All permits and park entry fees including gorilla trekking
- Ground transport between parks
Not included
- Laundry services
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Souvenirs
- Tips and gratuities
- Transport to and from the meeting point if you do not use the included airport pickup
Nights and arrival
Where you stay and how you get there
Where you stay
Nights one and two are at Fort Murchison or similar near Murchison Falls National Park after the top-of-falls visit, northern game drives, and Nile boat cruise. Lodge rooms are en suite with meals after park days so early savanna drives stay practical from the same base.
Getting there
Your guide meets you at Entebbe International Airport on arrival for the transfer to Murchison Falls National Park. Your guide tracks arrival timing so the road transfer toward the first park or meeting point starts smoothly after you land.
Good questions
Questions about this safari
What lodges are named on the route?
Fort Murchison hosts nights one and two, The Bush Lodge bandas nights three and four, and Gorilla Valley Lodge nights five and six. Comparable tourist lodges are substituted if a named property is full.
How strenuous is gorilla trekking?
Bwindi treks can range from under an hour to several hours on steep, muddy forest paths depending on where gorillas slept the previous night. A reasonable level of fitness and willingness to walk off-trail are important.
Where do we meet?
Day one starts with airport pickup at Entebbe International Airport when you arrive for the safari. Day seven returns you to Entebbe International Airport for departure.
What is the Batwa trail?
After gorilla trekking, day six includes Batwa forest cultural experiences linked to the indigenous forest communities around Bwindi. Your guide coordinates timing with the trekking schedule.
What wildlife might we see?
Murchison and Queen Elizabeth offer elephant, buffalo, hippo, crocodile, giraffe, antelope, and lion with leopard possible on drives. Bwindi focuses on gorillas and forest birds rather than savanna big game.
What should I pack?
Neutral safari clothing, rain gear, and sturdy boots matter for Bwindi; lighter layers work on savanna drives. Gardening-style gloves can help on gorilla trek handholds in the forest.
Do I need a visa for this safari?
Most visitors need a visa for Uganda, Rwanda, or Zambia depending on your route. Check current requirements for your passport nationality before you travel.
Are park and trekking permits included?
Your safari includes the park entries and trekking permits listed in the tour inclusions for the days on your itinerary. Comfort stops and lodge check-ins are built into long transfer days on this route.
How fit do I need to be?
Forest treks and game drives can involve uneven ground, early starts, and several hours on foot or in a vehicle. A reasonable level of fitness and sturdy footwear help you enjoy each day.
Where do we meet on day one?
Your guide meets you at the airport or agreed hotel on arrival day one, as described in the getting there section for this route. Share arrival flight details when you contact us so the guide can meet you after immigration.
Read before you book
Guides for this safari
- How a gorilla trek works Fitness, trek times, what to bring, and why a sighting is never guaranteed.
- Every gorilla trekking safari compared Lengths, styles and prices side by side.
- What a Uganda safari costs Every Uganda trip priced, and what the price covers.
- Best time to visit Uganda Dry and wet months, park by park.
More answers are on our safari questions page and in what guests say. We also arrange flights, hotels and insurance.
How payment works: the balance is due one month before your safari, a reservation made within 45 days of arrival is paid in full when it is confirmed, and a card payment carries a 3.9% service charge. The full wording is in our terms and conditions.
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