5-Day Uganda Big Five Safari & Chimpanzee Tracking Tour

Entebbe to Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Day 1Entebbe to Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Entebbe to Murchison Falls NP via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary Start the day with a hotel pickup in Entebbe and drive north through Luweero and Masindi districts, passing traditional farms and local villages. Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking with experienced guides, observing endangered white rhinos in their natural habitat. Continue to Masindi for lunch before heading to Murchison Falls National Park. Explore the top of the falls, where the Nile squeezes through a 7-meter gorge and plunges 45 meters. Overnight at Pakuba Safari Lodge or similar. Main Destination: Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch Best Time To Go June to August and December to February (Dry seasons) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP +5 Photos +4 Photos Meals & Drinks: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included

Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise Murchison Falls NP

Day 2Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise Murchison Falls NP Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise Murchison Falls NP After breakfast, embark on a morning game drive through the park’s northern circuit, spotting lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and antelopes. In the afternoon, enjoy a scenic Nile boat cruise to the base of Murchison Falls, encountering hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of birds. Capture incredible photos as the river thunders down the rocks. Conclude the day with a short evening game drive on the way back to the lodge. Overnight at Pakuba Safari Lodge or similar. Main Destination: Murchison Falls National Park Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures) Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP ChimpanzeeOccasional ElephantCommon GiraffeCommon LionCommon BuffaloCommon HippoAbundant Show more LeopardOccasional White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included

Budongo Forest Chimp Trekking and Transfer to Kibale NP

Day 3Budongo Forest Chimp Trekking and Transfer to Kibale NP Budongo Forest Chimp Trekking and Transfer to Kibale NP After breakfast, head to Budongo Forest for a guided chimpanzee trekking experience. Observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat and spot other primates and forest birds along the trail. Following the trek, drive to Kibale National Park, enjoying scenic countryside, tea plantations, and crater lakes. Kibale is renowned for primate viewing and lush forest landscapes. Overnight at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge. Main Destination: Kibale National Park (Chimps) Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain) Wildlife in Kibale NP ChimpanzeeCommon ElephantOccasional BuffaloOccasional LionVery Rare LeopardVery Rare HippoRare Show more GiraffeNone White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone CheetahNone ZebraNone WildebeestNone Accommodation: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge Mid-range guest house located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps) +2 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included

Optional Chimp Trek or Bigodi Swamp Walk - Lake Mburo NP

Day 4Optional Chimp Trek or Bigodi Swamp Walk - Lake Mburo NP Optional Chimp Trek or Bigodi Swamp Walk - Lake Mburo NP After breakfast, choose an optional second chimpanzee trek at Kanyanchu Visitor Center ($300 extra) or a guided Bigodi Swamp Walk, offering birding and community interaction. Travel south to Lake Mburo National Park, known for savannah, acacia woodlands, and abundant wildlife. Take a night game drive to spot nocturnal species including leopards, bush babies, and porcupines. Overnight at Rwakobo Rock or similar. Main Destination: Lake Mburo National Park Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons) High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda) Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall) Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP GiraffeCommon BuffaloCommon ZebraCommon HippoCommon LeopardOccasional HyenaOccasional Show more ElephantNone White RhinoNone Black RhinoNone LionNone CheetahNone WildebeestNone Wild DogNone Accommodation: Rwakobo Rock Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP +7 Photos +6 Photos Meals & Drinks: All meals included Drinks not included

Walking Safari Lake Mburo NP and Return to Entebbe

Day 5Walking Safari Lake Mburo NP and Return to Entebbe Walking Safari Lake Mburo NP and Return to Entebbe Start the day with a guided walking safari in Lake Mburo, exploring on foot while learning about animal tracks, native plants, and wildlife behavior. See zebras, impalas, and elands up close. Begin the drive back to Entebbe, stopping at the Equator Line in Kayabwe for lunch, photos, and souvenirs. Continue to your hotel in Entebbe or the airport, concluding the safari. Main Destination: Entebbe (City) Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals & Drinks: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included End of tour (See Getting There for more details)End of tour (See Getting There for more details) Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Interested in This Tour? Request a Quote We advise requesting quotes from 3 operators (Learn why) Requests are sent directly to the tour operator If preferred, you can contact the tour operator directly Next: Overview Next: Day by Day Next: Rates Next: Inclusions Next: Getting There Next: Offered By Best price guarantee Your request will be sent directly to the operator If preferred, you can contact the operator directly Next: Request a Quote Request a Quote Disclaimer This tour is offered by Safari 2 Gorilla Tours, not SafariBookings. This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings. If you request cha