5-Day Uganda Gorilla Trekking Safari & Wildlife Tour (2026)
This 5-day Uganda gorilla trekking safari combines the misty jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with the savannah plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Departure from Kampala/Entebbe with a stop at the Equator for photography. Drive through the rolling “Switzerland of Africa” highlands to your sector in Bwindi.
- Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Experience
The highlight of your Uganda safari. Spend 1 hour with a habituated mountain gorilla family. Afternoon visit to the Batwa community to learn about forest life.
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 3: Tree-Climbing Lions of Ishasha & Queen Elizabeth Park
Drive north to Queen Elizabeth National Park via the Ishasha sector, famous for tree-climbing lions. Evening game drive upon arrival.
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 4: Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Early search for leopards, lions, and elephants in Kasenyi. Afternoon boat cruise on Kazinga Channel to see the world’s highest concentration of hippos.
- Meal Plan: Full Board
Day 5: Return to Entebbe/Kampala
Morning game drive and departure for Entebbe. Optional stop at Igongo Cultural Centre.
- Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
This Package Includes
- 1 Gorilla Trekking Permit per person ($800 value).
· 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser/Van with a pop-up roof.
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
- Meal Plan: Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
- All Park Entrance Fees.
- Bottled drinking water in the vehicle.
This Package Excludes
- International flights and Uganda Entry Visa ($50).
- Tips and gratuities for guides/porters.
- Travel insurance (Mandatory).
- Alcoholic drinks and personal items.
FAQ Section
1. How difficult is the 5-day Uganda gorilla trekking safari?
The trek in Bwindi can be moderate to challenging depending on the gorilla family’s location. We recommend a basic level of fitness and hiring a porter.
2. What is the best time for this safari?
The dry seasons (June–September and December–February) are best for trekking. However, the wet season (April, May, November) offers the best “affordable” rates for lodging.
3. Are permits included in the price?
Yes, all our 5-day packages include the mandatory $800 UWA gorilla permit.