7-Day Kibale Forest, Queen Elizabeth & Lake Bunyonyi Safari

Overview

Discover the beauty of Uganda on this exciting 7-day journey through forests, wildlife parks and peaceful lakes. This safari is perfect for travelers looking for Uganda adventure safari tours and camping packages that combine wildlife, primates, nature and comfortable accommodation.
Your journey begins in Entebbe before traveling west to Kibale Forest National Park. Kibale is one of Uganda’s best places for seeing primates and is especially famous for chimpanzee trekking. Walk through the green forest with experienced rangers and spend time watching chimpanzees in their natural home. You will also visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, where monkeys, birds and other small animals can be seen.
Continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most popular wildlife areas. Enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel and look for hippos, elephants, buffaloes, crocodiles and many colorful birds. The journey then takes you through the Ishasha sector, which is well known for its tree-climbing lions.
One of the biggest highlights of your Uganda adventure safari tours and camping packages experience comes in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Trek through the thick rainforest with trained guides as you search for mountain gorillas. Once a gorilla family is found, enjoy the rare chance to watch these gentle animals as they feed, play and care for their young.
After the gorilla trek, travel to beautiful Lake Bunyonyi. Surrounded by green hills and small islands, the lake provides a peaceful place to relax after several active safari days.
Your journey ends with a drive back to Entebbe, including a stop at the Equator.
With professional guides, comfortable lodges, trekking permits, game viewing and cultural experiences, this safari offers a wonderful introduction to Uganda. Uganda adventure safari tours and camping packages are ideal for travelers who want adventure, wildlife and unforgettable memories in the Pearl of Africa.

Tour Plan

Your safari begins when you arrive at Entebbe International Airport.
A friendly safari representative will meet you at the airport and help with your luggage before transferring you to Karibu Guest House Entebbe.
The hotel provides a comfortable place to relax after your flight. Enjoy the green gardens, fresh air and peaceful atmosphere close to Lake Victoria.
Depending on your arrival time, you may have time to rest, enjoy a meal or take a short walk around the property.
Your guide will also explain the safari program and prepare you for the exciting journey ahead.
This is the beginning of your Uganda adventure safari tours and camping packages experience.
Accommodation: Karibu Guest House Entebbe

After breakfast, leave Entebbe and begin the scenic drive toward Kibale Forest National Park.
Travel through Uganda’s beautiful countryside, passing farms, villages, tea plantations and green hills.
The journey takes you through Fort Portal, a peaceful town surrounded by beautiful scenery.
Continue toward Kibale and arrive at Turaco Treetops Lodge.
Check into your accommodation and spend the afternoon relaxing after the drive.
You may enjoy views of the surrounding forest or take a short walk around the lodge.
The sounds of birds and other forest animals create a peaceful setting.
Prepare for tomorrow’s chimpanzee trekking adventure, one of the major highlights of your Uganda safari.
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops Lodge

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before traveling to Kibale National Park headquarters.
After a ranger briefing, enter the forest and begin your chimpanzee trekking experience.
Walk through tall trees and thick vegetation while listening for chimpanzee calls.
When the chimpanzees are found, spend time watching them move through the forest, feed, play and communicate.
Your ranger will explain more about their behavior and the importance of protecting their forest home.
After the trek, enjoy lunch before visiting Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary.
Join a guided walk through the wetland and search for monkeys, butterflies and colorful birds such as the Great Blue Turaco.
The sanctuary is managed with support from the local community, making it an important part of responsible tourism in the area.
Return to Turaco Treetops Lodge in the evening.
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops Lodge

After breakfast, leave Kibale and travel toward Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Enjoy beautiful views of crater lakes, green countryside and the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains along the way.
Arrive at The Bush Lodge and check into your accommodation.
After lunch, head to the Kazinga Channel for an afternoon boat cruise.
The channel connects Lake Edward and Lake George and attracts many animals.
Look for hippos resting in the water, elephants and buffaloes coming to drink, and crocodiles along the banks.
Bird lovers can also enjoy sightings of kingfishers, eagles, herons and many other species.
The cruise provides a relaxing way to enjoy wildlife from the water.
Return to The Bush Lodge in the evening for dinner and rest.
Accommodation: The Bush Lodge

After breakfast, leave Queen Elizabeth National Park and travel through the Ishasha sector.
Ishasha is famous for its tree-climbing lions.
Your guide will search the large fig trees where lions sometimes rest during the day.
Keep your camera ready as you explore the open savannah.
You may also see elephants, topis, Uganda kobs and other animals during the drive.
After exploring Ishasha, continue toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
The landscape becomes greener and more mountainous as you approach the rainforest.
Arrive at Engagi Bwindi Lodge and check into your room.
Spend the evening relaxing while enjoying views of the misty forest.
Tomorrow brings the biggest adventure of your Uganda adventure safari tours and camping packages journey.
Accommodation: Engagi Bwindi Lodge

Wake up early and enjoy breakfast before traveling to the park headquarters.
Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers will give you a briefing before you enter Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.
Begin your gorilla trek with experienced trackers.
The trek may take between one and several hours depending on where the gorilla family is located.
Walk through the rainforest, hills and thick vegetation while enjoying the sounds of nature.
Once the gorillas are found, spend your permitted time watching them in their natural home.
See how they feed, rest, play and care for their young.
After completing the trek, begin your journey toward Lake Bunyonyi.
The lake is surrounded by green hills and many small islands.
Check into Birdnest Resort Bunyonyi and enjoy the peaceful surroundings after your forest adventure.
Accommodation: Birdnest Resort Bunyonyi

Enjoy your final breakfast while looking across the calm waters of Lake Bunyonyi.
After breakfast, begin the journey back toward Entebbe.
Travel through Uganda’s countryside and enjoy the changing scenery along the way.
Stop for lunch at Igongo Country Hotel before continuing your journey.
Later, visit the Equator Crossing.
Take photographs near the line separating the Northern and Southern Hemispheres and browse nearby craft shops for souvenirs.
Continue toward Entebbe International Airport.
Your Uganda adventure safari tours and camping packages journey ends after seven memorable days filled with chimpanzees, mountain gorillas, lions, hippos, lakes and beautiful landscapes.

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