5 Days Gorillas and Wildlife Safari in Uganda
Experience the best of Uganda’s wilderness in just 5 days. Trek endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and go on unforgettable wildlife game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park. This safari offers the perfect balance between gorilla trekking and classic African wildlife viewing.
Trip Duration: 5 Days, 4 Nights
Destinations: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest & Queen Elizabeth National Park
Activities: Gorilla trekking, wildlife game drives, boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
Safari Type: Private or Group Tour
Availability: All year round
Starting/Ending Point: Kampala or Entebbe (optional start from Kigali)
Summary Itinerary – 5 Days Gorillas and Wildlife Safari
Day 1: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Scenic Drive Through the Countryside
Day 2: Game Drive & Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel
Day 3: Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Home of Mountain Gorillas
Day 4: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – Lifetime Experience!
Day 5: Return to Kampala/Entebbe or Kigali (Optional)
Detailed Itinerary – 5 Days Gorillas and Wildlife Safari
Day 1: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Scenic Drive Through the Countryside
Begin your 5 Days Gorillas and Wildlife Safari with a scenic drive from Kampala or Entebbe to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy views of tea plantations, traditional villages, and crater lakes along the way. Arrive in time for a short evening game drive.
Highlights:
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Equator stopover
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Scenic photography
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Wildlife sightings (elephants, buffaloes, antelopes)
Accommodation: Mid-range or luxury lodge inside or near the park
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Game Drive & Boat Cruise on Kazinga Channel
Rise early for a sunrise game drive in the Kasenyi plains, the best area to spot lions, elephants, warthogs, and Uganda kobs. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a hotspot for hippos, crocodiles, and hundreds of bird species.
Highlights:
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Morning Big Five game drive
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Afternoon boat safari
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Photography & birdwatching
Accommodation: Same lodge
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3: Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest – Home of Mountain Gorillas
After breakfast, head south to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, passing through Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Arrive in Bwindi in time to relax and prepare for the next day’s gorilla trekking adventure.
Optional: Game drive in Ishasha for a chance to see tree-climbing lions.
Accommodation: Gorilla lodge in Rushaga, Buhoma, or Ruhija
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi – Lifetime Experience!
Today is the highlight of your 5 Days Gorillas and Wildlife Safari. After briefing, enter the rainforest with experienced rangers to track a habituated gorilla family. The trek can take 2–6 hours depending on the gorillas’ location. Once found, you’ll spend a magical 1 hour observing them in their natural habitat.
Highlights:
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Gorilla trekking experience (permit included)
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Chance to see forest elephants, monkeys, rare birds
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Certificate of participation
Accommodation: Same lodge in Bwindi
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5: Return to Kampala/Entebbe or Kigali (Optional)
After breakfast, begin your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe with a lunch stop en route. Alternatively, if you’re flying out of Kigali, we can transfer you through the Cyanika or Katuna border for easier access to Rwanda.
Optional Add-ons:
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Stopover at Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation (extra day)
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Cultural experience en route
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
What’s Included in This 5 Days Gorillas and Wildlife Safari
Gorilla trekking permit ($800 Uganda)
Park entry fees and game drives
Full-board accommodation (mid-range/luxury)
Private 4×4 safari vehicle and driver-guide
Boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
Bottled drinking water
Airport pick-up and drop-off (if needed)
What’s Not Included
International flights
Visa fees
Tips and personal expenses
Alcoholic drinks and optional activities
Optional Upgrades & Customizations
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Luxury lodge upgrade
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Start from Kigali instead of Entebbe
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Add-on day for Lake Mburo or Bunyonyi
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Family or small group discounts available
Book Your 5 Days Gorillas and Wildlife Safari Now
Ready to experience Uganda’s most iconic wildlife adventure?
Contact us today to reserve your 5 Days Gorillas and Wildlife Safari — permits are limited, and gorilla trekking sells out quickly!
Email: in**@*******************is.com
Website: www.pielandgorillasafaris.com
WhatsApp: +256 772 049 225
