Quintessential Uganda

You’ll stay at our very own Boutique Hotel – Karibu Entebbe

Drive to Kibale Forest stopping en-route for lunch in pleasant Fort Portal. The next day you’ ll not trek chimps with the other tourists, but take a full-day “habituation” experience. This lets you not only have more time with the Chimpanzees, but gain a deeper insight into their fascinating daily lives from the rangers and researchers whom will escort you into the forest.

You’ll spend two nights in the rainforest, in your own Forest Cottage at Turaco Treetops (mid range) or Ndali Lodge (high-end)

Head South today into the Northern (Mweya) section of Queen Elizabeth National Park. You’ll have a chance to spot game from both your vehicle and a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel.

You’ll stay at Katara Lodge (mid range) on the edge of the water, or in a deluxe tent at the superbly positioned Mweya Safari Lodge overlooking the Kazinga Channel.

This morning you’ll head early to the Kyambura Gorge, a dense swath of Jungle cutting into the edge of the Queen Elizabeth National Park. Seek out the resident chimpanzee popilation on foot, then drive further South to the more remote Southern (Ishasha) Sector. A real wilderness with the chance to spot the impressive tree-climbing lions. Spend 2 days on safari in this wild part of Uganda.

Stay at Ishasha Jungle Lodge (mid-range) or  Ishasha Wilderness Camp (high-end).

An exciting two days in the aptly named Impenetrable Forest, the highlight an unforgettable chance to come close to the majestic Mountain Gorilla.

The original homestead, Bwindi Volcanoes Lodge (high-end) is a cosy retreat after a long day trekking or stay at Haven Lodge (mid-range)

You’ll begin making your way back North, stopping over in this tranquil and picturesque park. A pleasant boat ride and game drive await. Also on offer is the chance to stretch your legs with a variety of active safari activities.

Stay in the excellently located and superbly designed Mihingo Lodge (high end) or Rwakobo Rock (mid range)

Depart Uganda this evening – we can arrange an additional night in Entebbe for people with morning flights out.

Add an extra night in Bwindi and a second Gorilla Trek

Take a boat trip to Ngamba Island Chimpanzee Sanctuary near Entebbe

Add on some days in Murchison Falls National Park or relax at the Source of the Nile in Jinja

View game from horseback in Lake Mburo National Park