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 5 Days Gorillas and Wildlife 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
