Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Uganda Safari with Gorilla & Big Five

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Tour Code: ODY-UGA-002
Destination: Uganda
  • Duration 8 Days
  • Tour Type Private & Bespoke
  • Tour Style Classic

About This Trip

Start and end in Entebbe, this 8-day Uganda Safari will take you to explore the diverse wildlife. Start your trip by visiting the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, and meet endangered white rhinos in their natural habitat. Enjoy a game drive in the Murchison Falls National Park, you will have a chance to see the Big Five. Hike in the dense forest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with an experienced guide, spot mountain gorillas graze and play in the jungle. Take a nice break in the Lake Mburo National Park, enjoy scenic views and encounter giraffes, elands, impalas, and colorful birds.

Itinerary Summary


DAY PLACE HIGHLIGHTS
1 Entebbe - Kampala Arrive in Entebbe and Transfer to Kampala
2 Kampala - Murchison Falls National Park Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
3 Murchison Falls National Park Game Drive, Spot Big Five
4 Kampala Self-Exploration in Kampala
5 - 6 Bwindi Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Gorillas Tracking
7 Lake Mburo Game Drive in Lake Mburo National Park
8 Entebbe

Departure

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Welcome to Entebbe, the location of Uganda's only international airport! After arrival, meet your guide just outside the arrival hall and then privately transferred to your hotel in Kampala, Uganda's capital and the largest city which is about 40 km away. Check in and rest.

  • Kampala

Depart for Murchison Falls National Park with a detour to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a rhino trekking, in which you will follow well-trained rangers to spot the endangered white rhino in their natural habitat. There are also chances to encounter other wildlife, such as Uganda kobs, oribis, waterbucks, and bushbucks.

Arrive at the national park early evening, have dinner and spend the night at your safari lodge.

  • B L D
  • Murchison Fall National Park

Murchison Falls National Park is the only national park in Uganda where you can see the Big Five. In the Park, Victoria Nile, one of the two main tributaries of the longest river in the world, rushes out of the narrow cracks in the cliffs of the Great Rift Valley. On the grassland in the north of the river, live elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, and a variety of antelopes. In the river, there is the densest population of hippos and crocodiles in Africa, as well as a large array of water birds. In the southeast, the Rabongo Forest is inhabited by Chimpanzees and other rainforest animals.

Today, you will enjoy a half-day game drive in the morning, return to the lodge for lunch and some leisure, take a private boat cruise along the Victoria Nile to the bottom of the mighty Murchison falls.

  • B L D
  • Murchison Fall National Park

Check out after the breakfast and then take a scenic drive back to Kampala.

Arrive at your hotel in Kampala early afternoon, check in, and enjoy some leisure time.

  • B L D
  • Kampala

Head to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest today. Experience a leisurely and scenic drive with a brief stop at the Equator Crossing for photography then a lunch break in Mbarara town. Later on, drive through cultivated expanses of the Bushenyi area and Rukungiri to Bwindi. Time permitting, go for a short stroll around the lodge or explore the community around the lodge or simply relax at your lodge.

  • B L D
  • Bwindi

The Bwindi Impenetrable National Park located on the western edge of the Great Rift Valley is the home of nearly half of the 700 remaining mountain gorillas of the world, alongside numerous colobuses, chimpanzees, turaco hornbills, and other species of birds.

Today, you will follow the well-trained rangers and hike through the steep hills to search for gorillas hiding in the dense vegetation. The tour may take most of the day and require a lot of energy.

  • B L D
  • Bwindi

Lake Mburo, a small national park combining lake systems, woodlands, grasslands and inhabited by varied mammals and birds, is a nice break on the long journey from Bwindi back to Kampala or Entebbe. Today, after early breakfast at the lodge, you will trace your way back through the winding hills and greenery of the west with an overnight stop at Lake Mburo.

Arrive at the lodge for lunch and leisure. Enjoy an afternoon game drive as you search for wildlife, such as giraffes, elands, impalas, and colorful birds.

  • B L D
  • Bwindi

Depart for Entebbe after breakfast and lunch will be served en-route in Mbarara. Later, arrive at Entebbe international airport to board your onward flight.

  • B

What's Included in Your Private Tour


  • A dedicated travel expert will work with you to design and arrange your itinerary based on your interests, travel style, schedule, and budget. Your trip can be adjusted as your plans take shape.
  • Accommodation is selected based on location, quality, your preferences, and budget. Depending on the destination and itinerary, options may include international hotel chains, boutique hotels, and locally distinctive properties.
  • Local guides are arranged in each destination, with strong language skills and in-depth local knowledge. Your guide will help you make the most of each destination while sharing local history, culture, and everyday life.

    Guide arrangements may vary depending on your destination and itinerary. Please refer to your Tour Program for the specific guide arrangements for your trip.

    If you have any special requirements for your guide, such as in-depth historical and cultural interpretation or expertise in a particular industry or subject, please let us know in advance so we can take your preferences into consideration when arranging your trip.
    • Private air-conditioned vehicle with a dedicated driver, as specified in the itinerary
    • Domestic trains as specified in the itinerary
    • Domestic flights as specified in the itinerary
    • International flights for selected multi-country tours, as specified in the itinerary.

    Transportation arrangements can be adjusted to suit your itinerary and travel needs.

    *As each trip is tailor-made, transportation arrangements may vary by itinerary and destination. The final arrangements will be detailed in your Tour Program.

    *International flights to and from your home country are normally not included in the initial Tour Program. If you would like, your travel expert can also help arrange these flights upon request.

    • Breakfast (B), lunch (L), and dinner (D) as specified in the itinerary
    • Additional meals can be arranged upon request
    • Vegetarian and vegan options are available upon request

Your Travel Partner Every Step of the Way


  • Before You Travel
    • Personalized itinerary planning
    • Professional advice from local experts
    • Smooth booking support from start to finish
    Every great journey starts with thoughtful planning. From the moment you contact us, we take the time to understand your travel style, interests, and expectations. Whether you’re looking for iconic highlights, local experiences, or a more relaxed pace, we help design a trip that truly fits you.
  • While You Travel
    • Expert local guides with deep knowledge
    • 24/7 support for any on-the-go needs
    • Flexible arrangements to suit your pace
    Once your trip begins, we're right there with you behind the scenes. Our local guides, trusted partners, and support team work together to make your journey smooth, comfortable, and worry-free. From airport pickups to flexible day-to-day arrangements, we help you travel with confidence and ease.
  • After You Return Home
    • We welcome and value your feedback
    • A travel team you can return to anytime
    • Special benefits for your next journey
    For us, the journey doesn’t simply end when the trip is over. We love staying connected with our travelers, hearing your feedback, and learning more about your experience. Your insights help us continue improving our services while also inspiring future travelers. Many of our guests travel with us again, or recommend us to family and friends, and that’s something we truly value.

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