4 Days Gorilla and Wildlife Safari

This 4-day gorilla and wildlife safari is a rewarding short Uganda safari that combines two of the country’s best experiences, gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park. It is designed for travellers who want to enjoy close encounters with mountain gorillas while also adding classic savannah wildlife, birdlife, and a scenic boat cruise to the trip.

The safari begins with a journey to Bwindi for gorilla trekking, one of the most sought-after wildlife experiences in Africa. It then continues to Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you can enjoy wildlife viewing in the Ishasha and Kasenyi areas and a boat ride on the Kazinga Channel, known for hippos, buffaloes, crocodiles, and water birds. This short itinerary is ideal for travellers with limited time who still want a well-rounded Uganda safari that combines primates, big game, and some of the country’s most memorable landscapes.

Safari Highlights

• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
• Equator stop and lunch in Mbarara en route to Bwindi
• wildlife viewing in Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Kazinga Channel boat cruise with close wildlife sightings
• game drive in the Kasenyi and Ishasha areas

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1, Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel or Entebbe International Airport and drive to south-western Uganda in Kanungu District. On the journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, you will stop at the Equator for photographs before continuing to Mbarara for lunch. After lunch, proceed to Bwindi and check in at your lodge on arrival. Dinner and overnight at Gorilla Safari Lodge for  Mid-range, Ruhija Gorilla Friends Camp, Budget, or Buhoma Lodge for Luxury.

Day 2, Bwindi Gorilla Trekking Safari

After breakfast, you will transfer to the park headquarters in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a briefing about gorilla trekking. The briefing will cover the dos and don’ts to follow while trekking. After that, you will head into the forest for your gorilla trekking experience. Once you find the gorillas, you will spend 1 hour observing their behaviour, including feeding, movement within the group, and mothers with their young. During the trek, you may also see other mammals, bird species, reptiles, butterflies, and primates. Overnight at the previous lodge.

Day 3, Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

After breakfast, you will depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park and enjoy wildlife viewing in the southern Ishasha sector, which is well known for its tree-climbing lions. During the drive, you may also see elephants, Uganda kobs, antelopes, buffaloes, waterbucks, topis, and a variety of bird species. After the game drive, continue to your lodge for lunch

Later in the afternoon, you will go for a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, where you can enjoy close views of wildlife along the water. Look out for buffaloes, hippos, and a wide range of birdlife. Bird species may include saddle-billed storks, pink-backed pelicans, African fish eagles, great cormorants, long-tailed cormorants, marabou storks, and great white egrets. After the boat ride, return to your lodge, freshen up, and relax before dinner. Overnight at Mweya Safari Lodge for Luxury, Bush Lodge for Budget, or Enganzi Lodge for Mid-range.

Day 4, Kasenyi Game Drive and Return to Kampala

After breakfast, you will go for a morning game drive along the Kasenyi trail, where you may see elephants, buffalo, lions, and other wildlife. After the game drive, return to the lodge and prepare for your departure to Kampala, marking the end of your 4-day gorilla and wildlife safari

Inclusions

• return road transfers from Kampala or Entebbe
• private safari vehicle with a driver guide
• accommodation for 3 nights
• meals as per itinerary
• gorilla trekking permit
• park entry fees
• bottled drinking water in the safari vehicl

Exclusions

• international flights
• Uganda visa fees
• travel insurance
• personal expenses
• alcoholic drinks and soft drinks
• tips and gratuities
• optional activities not listed in the itinerary
• laundry services