12 Days Uganda Safari to the Best Uganda National Parks
from $4,500 per person
This 12-day Uganda safari is designed for travelers who want to experience the country’s most remarkable national parks in one unforgettable journey. Explore Uganda’s diverse landscapes, from the wildlife-rich savannahs of Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth National Parks to the primate-rich forests of Kibale and the scenic wilderness of Lake Mburo. Enjoy thrilling game drives, chimpanzee tracking, boat safaris, nature walks, and unforgettable encounters with Uganda’s incredible wildlife. With a carefully planned itinerary combining wildlife, primates, landscapes, and local culture, this safari offers a comprehensive introduction to the best of Uganda’s national parks.
Safari Details: 12 Days Uganda Safari to the Best Uganda National Parks
Overview
Duration: 12 Days / 11 Nights
Destinations: Kibale Forest National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Lake Bunyonyi and Lake Mburo National Park
Safari Type: Primate and Wildlife Safari
Start Point: Entebbe International Airport, Uganda
End Point: Entebbe International Airport, Uganda
Main Activities: Gorilla Trekking, Chimpanzee Tracking, Game Drives, Boat Cruises, Nature Walks, Bird Watching and Cultural Experiences
Accommodation: Luxury, Mid-range or Budget Lodges
Best Time to Visit: June to September and December to February
This 12 Days Uganda Primates, Wildlife & Lake Bunyonyi Safari is an incredible journey through Uganda's most spectacular national parks and natural attractions. Combining gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, classic African wildlife viewing, scenic boat cruises, cultural encounters and breathtaking landscapes, this safari showcases the very best of the Pearl of Africa.
The adventure begins in Kibale Forest National Park, renowned as the primate capital of East Africa and home to the highest concentration of chimpanzees in Uganda. The safari then continues to Queen Elizabeth National Park, where vast savannah plains, the famous Kazinga Channel and diverse wildlife provide unforgettable game viewing experiences.
From Queen Elizabeth National Park, the journey proceeds to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its endangered mountain gorillas. Here, visitors enjoy one of the world's most remarkable wildlife encounters while trekking through ancient rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family.
The safari also includes a relaxing stay at Lake Bunyonyi, one of Africa's most beautiful lakes, surrounded by terraced hills and dotted with numerous islands. The final wildlife destination is Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda's smallest savannah park, known for zebras, giraffes, impalas, elands and exceptional birdlife.
This safari offers the perfect combination of adventure, wildlife, nature, relaxation and culture, making it one of Uganda's most rewarding safari experiences.
Detailed Itinerary: 12 Days Uganda Safari to the Best Uganda National Parks
Day 1: Arrival at Entebbe International Airport
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by our company representative and transferred to your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala. Depending on your arrival time, relax at the hotel and prepare for the exciting adventure ahead.
Accommodation: Hotel in Entebbe or Kampala
Meals: Dinner
Day 2: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park and Bigodi Wetland Walk
After breakfast, depart Kampala and travel westwards to Kibale Forest National Park. The journey offers beautiful views of tea plantations, rural villages and the scenic countryside of western Uganda.
Following lunch and lodge check-in, enjoy an afternoon guided walk through the famous Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. This community conservation project is home to numerous monkey species, birds, butterflies and unique wetland vegetation.
Accommodation: Lodge near Kibale Forest National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on an exciting chimpanzee tracking experience in Kibale Forest.
Spend time observing these fascinating primates in their natural habitat before returning for lunch. In the afternoon, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, passing through beautiful crater lakes and enjoying stunning views of the Rwenzori Mountains.
Accommodation: Lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Begin the day with an early morning game drive across the Kasenyi Plains in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, hyenas and numerous other wildlife species.
After lunch, enjoy a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, one of Africa's most wildlife-rich waterways. The channel attracts large concentrations of hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes and a variety of bird species.
Accommodation: Lodge in Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 5: Maramagambo Forest, Kyambura Gorge and Transfer to Bwindi
After breakfast, enjoy a guided exploration of Maramagambo Forest and the surrounding Kyambura Gorge area. This beautiful forest ecosystem is home to various primates, birds and unique flora.
Later, depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park through the scenic Ishasha Sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Arrive at your lodge in the evening.
Accommodation: Lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 6: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today marks the highlight of your safari. Following an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for registration and briefing before beginning your gorilla trekking adventure.
Accompanied by experienced ranger guides, trek through the dense rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family. Once located, spend one unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants in their natural habitat.
Return to the lodge for relaxation and overnight.
Accommodation: Lodge near Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 7: Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi
After breakfast, depart Bwindi and travel to the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, often referred to as the Switzerland of Africa because of its spectacular terraced hills and island-dotted waters.
Spend the afternoon relaxing at the lodge while enjoying magnificent views of the lake and surrounding countryside.
Accommodation: Lodge at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 8: Boat Ride on Lake Bunyonyi
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before embarking on a scenic boat ride across Lake Bunyonyi. Explore some of the lake's famous islands, learn about local history and enjoy excellent birdwatching opportunities.
The remainder of the day can be spent relaxing at the lodge or exploring the local communities around the lake.
Accommodation: Lodge at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 9: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park and Evening Game Drive
After breakfast, depart Lake Bunyonyi and drive to Lake Mburo National Park.
Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before embarking on an evening game drive in search of zebras, giraffes, impalas, elands, buffaloes and numerous bird species that inhabit the park.
Accommodation: Lodge in Lake Mburo National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 10: Game Drive, Boat Cruise and Return to Kampala
Start the day with an early morning game drive to explore more of Lake Mburo National Park's wildlife-rich landscapes.
Later, enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Mburo where hippos, crocodiles and numerous water birds can be observed. After lunch, begin the journey back to Kampala.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kampala
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 11: Kampala City Tour
After breakfast, enjoy a guided city tour of Kampala. Visit some of Uganda's most important cultural, historical and religious landmarks including markets, museums, traditional craft centers and heritage sites.
The city tour provides a fascinating insight into Uganda's history, culture and modern-day life.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kampala
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 12: Airport Transfer
Depending on your departure schedule, enjoy breakfast before being transferred to Entebbe International Airport for your outbound flight.
This marks the end of your memorable Uganda safari experience.
Meals: Breakfast
Trip Includes
- Accommodation as stated in the itinerary
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Private 4x4 safari vehicle with professional driver-guide
- One Gorilla Trekking Permit per person
- One Chimpanzee Tracking Permit per person
- All park entrance fees
- Game drives as mentioned in the itinerary
- Boat cruise on Kazinga Channel
- Boat ride on Lake Bunyonyi
- Boat cruise on Lake Mburo
- Bigodi Wetland guided walk
- Kampala city tour
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
- All transfers mentioned in the itinerary
- Government taxes and service charges
Trip Excludes
- Visa’s at boarder points
- Charter flights
- Travel insurance
- Air transportation
- Drinks, Laundry
- Telephone calls
- Tips and any other personals extras that are not included in the itinerary.
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What our travelers say
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Robert KVerified
Bucket list seeing the Mountain Gorillas in Bwindi Just an awesome trip . Everything went smoothly from booking to the end . All was as promised never missed anything , always on time , friendly etc. resort that was recommended was perfect , great food , comfortable . Saw the gorillas easily all was perfect . Jonathan the owner even took me in Kampala to buy the right clothes , took me him self . Noel and driver were excellent , never an issue they really cared. I trust this company , will use them again and highly recommend .![]()
Maltes TravellerVerified
Highly recommended We had a wonderful experience with Jonathan. He welcomed us at the airport and took great care of us from the moment we arrived until the end of our trip. The selection of hotels was impeccable, and the route he designed was perfectly planned. Jonathan is extremely knowledgeable about wildlife and went the extra mile to make sure we saw lions and all of the Big Five during our visit to Queen Elizabeth National Park. He was always attentive, patient, and eager to make our experience unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide — highly recommended!![]()
bharti nVerified
Exceptional experience, enriching and truly unforgettable. From the moment we landed we received a warm welcome. Jonathan was friendly and readily available to answer any queries throughout our trip. He was incredibly accommodating with our requests to visit schools, residences ensuring that we achieved everything we wanted from the trip. We had a great time with Jonathan and driver Isaac. Jonathan was very funny and very knowledgeable he became part of the family and the time just flew whilst we were there, we felt safe at all times. The food at each venue catered for all our needs. Definitely leant a lot on this trip. Just need to be aware that food ordered in restaurants do take a long time as they make it from scratch so if pushed for time might be advisable to pre order. We had unforgettable holiday and this company went above and beyond to make every moment special. I would recommend them to anyone.![]()
vjparVerified
Great service from this local company We done a road trip across East Africa from Uganda to Tanzania. Jonathan and his team facilitated our trip across Uganda and Kenya which proved to be a very enjoyable experience. Guided knowledge provided by Jonathan was excellent as was his humor and wit. We always felt safe and informed, he managed the journey very well indeed. We would definitely use Jonathan's services again.![]()
Adam John SmithVerified
Magical Uganda Safari Journey – February 2025! I had an unforgettable experience with Ababa Uganda Safaris! From the moment I arrived, everything was well-organized, and the team was incredibly friendly and professional. The tour guides were knowledgeable, sharing fascinating insights about the wildlife and culture. Seeing gorillas up close in Bwindi and exploring Queen Elizabeth National Park was a dream come true. The accommodations were comfortable, and every detail was taken care of. I truly felt immersed in Uganda’s beauty without any stress. If you're planning a trip to Uganda, I highly recommend Ababa Uganda Safaris for a seamless and memorable adventure!![]()
MadhviVerified
.gorilla trek Our KQ flight was horribly delayed. From 2.30 pm to arriving @ almost 3 am the following day. Jonathan kindly arranged for airport pick at this early hour of day and even rescheduled our departure for bwindi so we could get some rest. That was very accommodating.the drive to bwindi was a long drive -11 hrs- n he informed hotel of our late arrival. The lodge he chose for us was good and comfortable. However the vehicle for transporti g us could be better as it was quite hot without air conditioning. Gorilla trek was good but tough. Overall Ababa safaris were very accommodating. I wouldrecommend them. The hotel in Kampala- Speke hotel leaves a lot to be desired![]()
mo-marvinVerified
Such a wonderful experience!! My family and I contacted Jonathan to help us plan our first Murchison Falls safari. Jonathan arranged our transport from Kampala, with a stop at Ziwa Rhino sanctuary and guided game drives through Murchison falls. Ronnie, our professional driver and guide, was very knowledgeable and paid close attention to details to make us comfortable. He met with us a day before takeoff to answer any outstanding questions and recommended a time for us to set off to avoid any traffic. His experience made our trip even more enjoyable because we knew what to expect for entry fees into the park, where to stop to use clean washrooms, eat good food, and also what side of the boat cruise to sit on for the best views! We saw lions, elephants, giraffes, job, rhinos, buffaloes and many other animals. We would definitely go with them for our next safari in Uganda! They had great communication, value for money, professionalism, knowledge of the industry and were very reliable.![]()
Katelyn OVerified
A must-hire company! Punctual, professional, great communication. We used Ababa Safaris for a trip from Kampala to Murchison Falls National Park. I would HIGHLY recommend! Our driver picked us up in a large safari vehicle with a pop up roof. The driver was very punctual and had excellent communication while preparing for the trip and during the trip. Ronnie took us to a nice restaurant for a rest stop that had clean bathrooms and good food. He was friendly with many people we met along the way at the Rhino Sanctuary, on the safari trails, and at our chosen lodging. It felt as though he had good connections with people, which we took as a good sign. Ronnie was very knowledgeable about the best places to see the animals and gave us a great safari experience. As the person in the family who does much of the planning, it was a very enjoyable experience to hand all of that over to Ababa and really get to enjoy myself.![]()
HoehlenhonkVerified
Animals and beautiful nature in Uganda and Rwanda From being picked-up from Entebbe airport in the middle of the night until the drop-off eleven days later in Kigali it was a perfect tour. Jonathan, our guide, and the driver Moses was a perfect team - very friendly, knowledgable and always in time. We visited Entebbe for a tour through the botanical gardens and the zoo, did safaris and boat trips in Murchison Falls and Queen Elizabeth NP and did trekkings to the chimpazees in Kibale and to the mountain gorillas in Rwanda. The primates are a must visit when you travel to this region. It's expensive but worth every dollar. The safari parks are of course not as rich in animals as for example the Masai Mara. But they are much cheaper, there are much lesser tourists and nevertheless it doesn't become boring regarding animal sightings. We saw a lot of different antelopes, beautiful giraffes, lions, many elephants, buffalos, a lot of hippos and crocodiles and much more. The choice of hotels was very good, simple and cheap where there was only a short overnight stay and a bit more expensive where it was worth to spend the money for staying close to the places of interest, e.g. close to the starting point for primate trekkings or in the middle of QENP and Murchison NP for not loosing game-drive-time.![]()
Dilip PVerified
UGANDA SAFARI WITH ABABA We had a nice holiday with ABABA SAFARI in Uganda it was a nice experience in Uganda and the travel agent as well especially Jonathan was our tour guide very nice person he was always very helpful and kind. we traveled about 1200km but had no problem I am a vegetarian and wherever we go he always arranges something for me i recommend them at and competitive price I give them a 5-star






