Destination

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Duration
8-Days
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Tour Type
Adventure
Cultural & Nature Safari
Wildlife Safari
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Group Size
6
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Tour Guide
2
8 Day Uganda Safari featuring gorilla trekking, wildlife game drives and Nile boat cruise
Uganda

8-Day Uganda Wildlife & Gorilla Safari Expedition

8-Day Uganda Expedition

Experience the very best of Uganda on this expertly curated 8-day expedition safari.
From iconic wildlife encounters to unforgettable primate trekking and cultural immersion,
this journey showcases Uganda’s most celebrated national parks and landscapes –
thoughtfully designed and guided by Miana Tours & Travel.

Duration

8 Days • 7 Nights
Wildlife Encounters

Gorillas, chimpanzees, lions, elephants, rhinos, giraffes & more
Safari Style

Wildlife Safari • Primate Trekking • Cultural Experience

Safari Overview

This 8-day Uganda Expedition Safari takes you through the country’s most rewarding routes and destinations.
You will explore savannahs, rainforests, river systems, and mountain landscapes while encountering
an incredible diversity of wildlife including elephants, tree-climbing lions, mountain gorillas,
chimpanzees, rhinos, hippos, giraffes, and countless bird species.
The journey also offers meaningful interactions with local communities,
providing insight into Uganda’s rich cultures and traditions.

Detailed Safari Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Entebbe & Hotel Transfer:
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your Miana Tours & Travel guide.
Transfer to your hotel for relaxation after your flight. Dinner and overnight stay in Entebbe.
Day 2 – Drive to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary:
After breakfast, drive north towards Murchison Falls National Park.
En route, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola for guided rhino tracking.
Continue to the park for dinner and overnight.
Day 3 – Morning Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise:
Enjoy an early morning game drive on the northern bank of the Nile,
spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, leopards, and antelope species.
In the afternoon, take a scenic boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls,
followed by a guided hike to the top of the falls.
Day 4 – Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park:
Drive south through Uganda’s lush countryside and tea plantations to Kibale Forest National Park,
home to the highest concentration of primates in East Africa.
Arrive in the evening for dinner and overnight.
Day 5 – Chimpanzee Tracking & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park:
After breakfast, head to Kanyanchu Visitor Centre for a briefing before tracking chimpanzees.
Spend time observing these intelligent primates in their natural habitat.
Later, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park with an evening game drive en route.
Day 6 – Morning Game Drive & Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha:
Begin the day with an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains,
then proceed south through the Ishasha sector in search of the famous tree-climbing lions.
Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park.
Day 7 – Gorilla Trekking & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi:
After a detailed briefing by park rangers, trek into Bwindi Forest to encounter mountain gorillas.
Spend a magical hour observing them before transferring to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation.
Optional visit to the Batwa community.
Day 8 – Return to Entebbe International Airport:
After breakfast, drive back to Entebbe via rolling hills and tea plantations.
Stop at the Equator for photography before transferring to the airport for your departure flight.

Safari Inclusions

  • All park entrance and conservation fees
  • Gorilla and chimpanzee permits (subject to availability)
  • All accommodations as per itinerary
  • Meals and drinking water as specified
  • 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • All ground transportation and fuel
  • All applicable taxes and VAT
  • Airport transfers

Safari Exclusions

  • International flights
  • Visas and travel insurance
  • Meals and drinks not specified
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Optional activities not mentioned

Book Your Uganda Expedition Today

This safari can be customized to suit your travel style, accommodation preference, and budget.
Let Miana Tours & Travel create an unforgettable Ugandan adventure just for you.