Wildlife loop

11-Day Uganda Gorilla & Wildlife Safari

Explore Kibale, Budongo, Murchison, Queen Elizabeth, Semuliki, and Lake Mburo in one long-form Uganda wildlife loop. This is the kind of trip that gives you a deeper rhythm, with primates, game drives, birds, boat cruises, and a gorilla finale anchored around Uganda’s signature wild places.

11 days

Kibale → Murchison → Queen Elizabeth → Semuliki → Lake Mburo

2–8

Moderate

From $3,075

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Overview What to expect

Explore Kibale, Budongo, Murchison, Queen Elizabeth, Semuliki, and Lake Mburo in one long-form Uganda wildlife loop. This is the kind of trip that gives you a deeper rhythm, with primates, game drives, birds, boat cruises, and a gorilla finale anchored around Uganda’s signature wild places.

Highlights 4 inclusions

Explore 6 national parks

Route Kibale → Murchison → Queen Elizabeth → Semuliki → Lake Mburo

Travel path and main park focus.

Price point From $3,075

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Itinerary

Day-by-day flow

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Day 1

Kampala → Kibale Forest

Drive west to Kibale for a gentle arrival into primate country. Forest walk and overnight near the park.

Day 2

Chimpanzee Tracking in Kibale

Morning chimp tracking followed by Bigodi Wetland or crater lake birding. Overnight Kibale.

Day 3

Kibale → Murchison Falls

Long scenic transfer north with stopovers in Fort Portal and Budongo forest corridor. Overnight Murchison.

Day 4

Murchison Game Drive + Nile Cruise

Game drive on the North Bank and a Nile boat cruise to the base of the falls. Overnight Murchison.

Day 5

Murchison → Queen Elizabeth

Cross-country drive to the south-west and settle into the Kazinga Channel area.

Day 6

Kazinga Channel + Ishasha

Boat cruise and an afternoon search for tree-climbing lions in Ishasha sector.

Day 7

Queen Elizabeth → Semuliki

Continue to the Albertine Rift edge for crater lakes, hot springs and birding.

Day 8

Semuliki Birding Day

Dedicated birding and forest walk day around the Semuliki area.

Day 9

Semuliki → Bwindi

Drive south toward Bwindi for the gorilla trekking section of the itinerary.

Day 10

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

The highlight day with UWA rangers and one hour with a habituated gorilla family.

Day 11

Lake Mburo → Kampala

Final stop at Lake Mburo before returning to Kampala or Entebbe.

Inclusions

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Included

All park entrance fees
4×4 safari vehicle & expert driver-guide
10 nights lodge accommodation
All meals per itinerary
Nile boat cruise
Bottled water throughout

Not included

International flights
Travel insurance
Visa ($50)
Gorilla permit
Tips

Reviews

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★★★★★

A brilliant long safari. The variety kept building and the gorilla day felt like the perfect finale.

Peter A. · UK

★★★★

A great route if you want more than a short gorilla trip. Plenty of wildlife and not rushed.

Martha K. · USA

FAQ

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Is this the right choice for a full Uganda loop?

Yes. It is built for travelers who want a broader safari experience beyond gorillas alone, with a slower pace and more park variety.

Do I need strong fitness?

Only for the gorilla trek day and some forest walks. The rest is vehicle-based and flexible.

Can you shorten it?

Absolutely. We can trim it to 7–9 days while keeping the key wildlife highlights.

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