10 Days Uganda Safari: Gorillas, Chimpanzees & Wildlife

Private 4WD safari | 2 or 4 travelers

DURATION

10 days / 9 nights

TRAVELERS

2 or 4 travelers

TRAVEL DATES

July 2027

1. Safari overview

Duration	10 days / 9 nights
Transport	Private 2028 + model of 4WD safari Jeep with pop-up roof or roof hatch (4 to 7 seaters customized), an experienced English-speaking driver-guide, air conditioning where available, and luggage space appropriate to the group.
Accommodation	9 nights, with double occupancy for two travelers and two double rooms for four travelers, subject to confirmation.
Route	Entebbe → Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary → Hoima → Kibale → Queen Elizabeth National Park → Bwindi Rushaga → Lake Mburo → Entebbe.

2. Detailed day-by-day itinerary

DAY 1 Arrival in Entebbe

Arrival at Entebbe International Airport. Pick up and Private transfer to the hotel.
Check in, rest and settle in after the international flight.
Safari briefing and confirmation of the following day’s departure arrangements, depending on arrival time.

Overnight	Secrets Guest House on Half Board
Meals	Dinner is included.

DAY 2 Entebbe to Hoima via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Early breakfast and departure from Entebbe.
Drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking with the sanctuary’s guide.
After the activity, continue to Hoima with Lunch in Masindi included and check in at your lodge.
Relax and enjoy the evening.

Accommodation	Iziba Lodge
Meals	Half Board Dinner is included

DAY 3 Hoima to Kibale Forest National Park

Breakfast at the lodge and departure for Kibale Forest National Park.
Enjoy the scenic drive through western Uganda, passing local communities and countryside.
Arrive in Kibale around midday to early afternoon, depending on road conditions and departure time.
Check in at the lodge, have lunch and relax ahead of the next day’s chimpanzee trekking.

Accommodation	Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge
Meals	Full Board

DAY 4 Chimpanzee trekking in Kibale Forest

Early breakfast and transfer to the designated Kibale chimpanzee trekking briefing point.
Meet the park ranger-guides for the briefing and enter the forest in search of wild chimpanzees.
Spend time observing the chimpanzees, subject to the park rules and the conditions of the trek.
Return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation.
Optional Bigodi Wetland community and nature walk and traditional Lunch can be arranged.

Accommodation	Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge
Meals	Full Board

DAY 5 Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Early breakfast and departure from Kibale, preferably around 7:00 AM.
Drive towards the Mweya/Kazinga Channel area of Queen Elizabeth National Park.
Arrive around midday.
Take an afternoon Kazinga Channel boat cruise.
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Cruise timing: The itinerary targets a confirmed afternoon departure, ideally the 2:00 PM or 3:00 PM UWA departure where offered.

Overnight	Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge
Meals	Full Board.

DAY 6 Full-day private game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Option A – Full-range drive including Ishasha

Depart early after breakfast.
Drive south towards the Ishasha sector, known for its tree-climbing lion sightings.
Explore suitable tracks in Ishasha with the driver-guide.
If you take this option, accommodation 1 night at Bush Lodge + 1 night at Enjojo Safari Lodge is recommended at the lodge in Ishasha sector, this gives you high chances to see tree climbing lions.

Option B – Standard Kasenyi–Mweya circuit

Early-morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains.
Game drives searching for elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, warthogs and other wildlife, with the possibility of predator sightings.
Continue exploring suitable tracks in the Kasenyi–Mweya area.
Return to the lodge for Lunch in the afternoon.

Overnight	Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge for option B or 1 Night at Bush Lodge + 1 Enjojo Safari Lodge for Option A
Meals	Full Board.

DAY 7 Queen Elizabeth National Park to Rushaga, Bwindi

Early breakfast and departure no later than 8:00 AM.
Travel south towards the Rushaga sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Make only necessary comfort stops, allowing the group to reach the lodge with sufficient time to rest.
Check in, review the gorilla trekking arrangements and prepare for the following morning.

Overnight	Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Meals	Full Board.

DAY 8 Mountain gorilla trekking in Rushaga sector

Early breakfast and transfer to the Rushaga briefing point.
Attend the UWA briefing and follow the ranger-guides into the forest.
Track the allocated habituated mountain gorilla family.
Spend the permitted viewing time with the gorillas, following all UWA instructions.
Return to the lodge for lunch and a relaxed afternoon.

Overnight	Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Meals	Full Board.

DAY 9 Rushaga to Lake Mburo and Mihingo Lodge

Early breakfast and departure from Rushaga.
Drive towards Lake Mburo National Park and Mihingo Lodge.
Arrive, check in and enjoy the lodge surroundings.
Evening lodge‑operated night game drive (self‑paid on‑site by clients).

Night drive rules

The client pays Mihingo Lodge directly on-site.
Mihingo Lodge must supply its own vehicle and ranger.
Feather Trail Safaris’ vehicle and driver-guide remain at the lodge and do not join the activity.
The activity is not included in the base safari package.

Clients can also book and pay for the night game drive through Feather Trail Safaris. The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) charges USD 30 per person for the activity. This is the only additional cost, as the use of our safari vehicle, driver-guide and ranger is included at no extra charge. This option helps you save money compared to booking the night drive through the lodge.

Overnight	Mihingo Safari Lodge
Meals	Full Board.

DAY 10 Mihingo Lodge to Entebbe hotel

Safari ends after hotel drop-off

Breakfast at Mihingo Lodge. Followed by optional morning walking safari.
Depart for Entebbe, allowing sufficient time for the road transfer.
Transfer the clients to their designated hotel in Entebbe.

Final drop-off: The client’s hotel in Entebbe, not the airport. Hotel details will be provided later.

End of service: All Feather Trail Safaris’ services end completely upon drop-off at the hotel. No airport transfer, extra excursion or subsequent service is included unless separately agreed.

Meals

Only Breakfast included

3. Accommodation plan

The following is the required booking order. No alternative should be substituted without the client’s approval.

Night	Location	First choice	Meal Plan
1	Entebbe	Secrets Guest House	Half Board
2	Hoima	Iziba Lodge	Half Board
3	Kibale	Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge	Full Board
4	Kibale	Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge	Full Board
5	Queen Elizabeth NP	Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge	Full Board
6	Queen Elizabeth NP	Queen Elizabeth Bush Lodge	Full Board
7	Rushaga, Bwindi	Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge	Full Board
8	Rushaga, Bwindi	Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge	Full Board
9	Lake Mburo	Mihingo Lodge only	Full Board

4. Quotation based on two and four travelers

Tour cost per person	USD
Tour Cost Per Person Sharing Accommodation a Double Based on 2 people Sharing in a Double or Twin	$3,415
Tour Cost Per Person Sharing Accommodation a Double Based on 4 people Sharing in a Double or Twin	$2,637
ADDITIONAL COSTS PER PERSON
+ Gorilla Permit – Bwindi (Additional Cost per person)	$800
+ Chimp permit – Kibale (Additional Cost per person)	$300
+ Ziwa Rhino Tracking (Additional Cost per person)	$60
+ Scheduled Kazinga Channel Boat in Queen (Additional Cost per person)	$80
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Optional Bigodi Wetland community and nature walk and traditional Lunch (Additional Cost per person)	$50
Optional Night Game drive in Lake Mburo National Park – conducted by Feather Trail Safaris (Additional Cost per person)	$30
Optional morning walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park (Additional Cost per person)	$25

5. Inclusions and exclusions

Proposed inclusions

• Nine nights’ accommodation at the selected lodges.

• Private 4WD safari vehicle for the ten-day itinerary.

• Experienced professional English-speaking driver-guide throughout.

• Drinking water in the car fridge.

• Airport arrival pick-up on Day 1.

• Hotel drop-off in Entebbe on Day 10.

• Fuel and vehicle operating expenses for the agreed itinerary.

• Breakfast and other meals only as stated in each lodge’s confirmed meal plan.

• Park entrance fees, vehicle park fees and ranger/guide fees only where explicitly itemized as included.

• Assistance with advance reservations for the requested activities and permits.

• Government taxes and levies.

Exclusions

• Gorilla trekking permit.

• Chimpanzee trekking permit.

• Ziwa rhino tracking.

• Kazinga Channel boat cruise fee.

• Mihingo Lodge night game drive, payable directly to the lodge.

• Optional Bigodi Wetland walk.

• Travel insurance, personal expenses, drinks and laundry unless stated otherwise.

• Any activity, transfer or service beyond the agreed itinerary.

• International flights & Domestic Flights + visa fees.

• Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, phone bills, etc.).

• Tips & gratuities for driver/guide and hotel staff.

6. Driver-Guide Accommodation and Meals

The driver-guide is responsible for arranging and covering their own accommodation and meals throughout the tour using their daily service allowance. Some of our partner lodges provide complimentary accommodation in guide rooms and meals, while others charge a small fee. Feather Trail Safaris manages these arrangements, so clients do not need to worry about the driver-guide’s accommodation or meals. No additional costs will be passed on to clients beyond the agreed quotation.

Notes

Prices are valid for 2027; this is an example program which can be tailored to your wishes.
The Gorilla Tracking included in this safari depends on the availability of gorilla trekking permits at the time of booking. These permits are strictly limited and sold out in advance, especially during peak seasons of Christmas and school holidays. We therefore strongly recommend booking early.
The safari indicated here is essentially an offer. Changes in the course of the journey, the duration of your tour, the number of travellers, as well as the choice of accommodation are subject to availability, although we always endeavour to stick as closely as possible to this programme. For the majority of itineraries, we can offer luxury, midrange or budget versions of this safari upon request.
Sometimes it is not possible to adhere to the travel plan as described in this itinerary, due to weather and road conditions, authority regulations, organizational requirements, etc. Occasionally, the planned route of the tour has to change according to the situation on the ground. We must therefore explicitly refuse liability for adherence to the journey plan.
By booking this safari, the client accepts Feather Trail Safaris Terms and Conditions of business.