Discover Uganda’s most iconic wildlife experiences on this luxury 6 Days Exclusive Uganda Big Five Safari with Gorilla Encounter curated by Fruits of Hope Adventure Tours. Designed for discerning travellers who seek the thrill of Africa’s legendary Big Five and the rare opportunity to stand face to face with endangered mountain gorillas, this itinerary combines the classic savannahs of Queen Elizabeth National Park with the misty mountain forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Your journey will be guided by experienced professionals and enhanced by handpicked luxury lodges that offer privacy, personalised service and elegant comfort throughout your adventure.
Detailed Itinerary.
Day 1: Arrival – Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Upon your arrival at Entebbe International Airport, a professional representative from Fruits of Hope Adventure Tours will meet you and assist with your domestic flight to Kasese Airstrip, near Queen Elizabeth National Park. Once you land, a luxury safari vehicle will transfer you to your lodge, offering you a glimpse of Uganda’s lush countryside along the way.
Spend the afternoon at leisure, enjoying the views of the savannah, the Rwenzori Mountains or the Kazinga Channel, depending on your lodge’s location. In the evening, indulge in a gourmet dinner followed by sundowners under the African sky.
Accommodation: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge, Elephant Plains Lodge.
Meals: (Lunch, Dinner).
Day 2: Morning Game Drive – Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Start your day with an early morning game drive through the Kasenyi Plains, a prime area for spotting lions, buffalo, elephants and Uganda kobs. Your expert guide will help track elusive leopards and interpret the ecosystem’s behavior. This classic safari experience delivers incredible photo opportunities and close encounters with large mammals and various bird species.
After lunch, embark on a luxury boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway that links Lake Edward and Lake George. The cruise brings you close to hippos, crocodiles, bathing elephants and an astonishing variety of birds, including pelicans, fish eagles and kingfishers.
Return to your lodge for a relaxing evening with excellent dining and the soothing sounds of the wild.
Accommodation: Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge, Elephant Plains Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 3: Ishasha Sector Tree-Climbing Lions – Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
After breakfast, check out and begin your journey to the southern sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, known as Ishasha. This remote area is famous for its population of tree-climbing lions, often spotted lounging in fig trees, and offers a quieter, more exclusive wildlife experience. Enjoy a game drive through Ishasha’s vast plains, where you might also spot topis, buffalo and herds of elephants.
Continue your journey through the scenic highlands to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. You’ll arrive in time to settle into your luxurious forest lodge, surrounded by misty hills and dense jungle.
Accommodation: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Bwindi Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 4: Gorilla Trekking Experience in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
This is the most anticipated day of your safari. After breakfast, you will be driven to the park headquarters for a briefing from Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. You will then embark on your gorilla trekking adventure, hiking through the ancient forest until you locate one of the habituated gorilla families. The trek can last from 2 to 6 hours, depending on the gorillas’ location.
Once you find them, spend one awe-inspiring hour in their company, observing their social behaviors, interactions and peaceful presence. It is a profoundly moving and humbling experience, regarded as one of the greatest wildlife encounters on earth.
After your trek, return to the lodge for a well-deserved rest, a massage or a celebratory drink by the fire.
Accommodation: Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp, Clouds Mountain Gorilla Lodge, Bwindi Lodge.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 5: Community Visit – Flight Back to Entebbe
After a leisurely breakfast, you may choose to visit a nearby community project or Batwa village to gain insight into the local culture and traditions. The Batwa are the forest’s indigenous people and share captivating stories about their ancient way of life in harmony with nature.
Later, you will be transferred to Kihihi or Kisoro Airstrip for your domestic flight back to Entebbe. Upon arrival, check into a luxury hotel near the airport or relax in a VIP airport lounge, depending on your flight schedule.
Accommodation: Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa, Hotel No.5, The Boma Hotel.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner).
Day 6: Departure
Depending on your international flight time, enjoy a relaxing morning at your hotel or take a short tour of Entebbe’s highlights, such as the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or the Uganda Wildlife Conservation Education Centre.
You will then be transferred to Entebbe International Airport for your departure, marking the end of your unforgettable 6-day luxury safari through Uganda’s wild heart.
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch).
End of the 6 Days Exclusive Uganda Big Five Safari with Gorilla Encounter.
The 6 Days Exclusive Uganda Big Five Safari with Gorilla Encounter includes;
- All internal flights and airport transfers.
- Private 4×4 luxury safari vehicle with professional driver-guide.
- All national park entrance fees.
- Gorilla trekking permit.
- Exclusive boat safari on Kazinga Channel.
- Luxury accommodation on full-board basis.
- Cultural and community visits as per itinerary.
However, the tour cost excludes; Visa fees, international air fare, personal travel insurance, tips to local guides, items of personal nature such as cigarettes, souvenirs and personal shopping bills, items not mentioned as included in the cost.