Affordable 7-Day Fly-in Uganda Safari

Morning: Arrival in Entebbe and Fly to Kasese

Your adventure begins as you arrive at Entebbe International Airport. After a warm welcome from our representative, you will be assisted with your flight to Kasese. The flight is an excellent start to your safari as it takes you over the diverse landscapes of Uganda. You will enjoy an aerial view of the majestic Rift Valley and Kibale Forest, a critical habitat for chimpanzees and other primates.

Upon arrival at Kasese Airport, your private vehicle will be waiting to transfer you to Kibale National Park. The drive will take approximately 1.5-2 hours, providing you with scenic views of local villages, rolling hills, and farmlands. Kibale is renowned for its rich biodiversity, including a high concentration of primates, making it one of Uganda‘s prime safari destinations.

Afternoon: Primate Walk in Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary

Once you arrive at Kibale National Park, you’ll check into your luxury lodge and enjoy a delicious lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a primate walk in the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a haven for over 200 bird species and a variety of primates, including colobus monkeys and blue monkeys. The wetland is known for its biodiversity, with a variety of rare and endemic species of plants, animals, and birds.

As you walk through the sanctuary, your guide will share fascinating facts about the ecosystem and the species found here. The sanctuary offers a peaceful environment to observe nature and offers excellent opportunities for birdwatching and primate observation.

Evening: Dinner and Overnight at Kibale

Return to your lodge for dinner and unwind after your first day of adventure. You will stay overnight in one of the luxurious lodges near Kibale National Park, where you can enjoy comfortable accommodations and reflect on your day’s experiences in the heart of Uganda‘s primate-rich forest.

• Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Morning: Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale National Park

After an early breakfast, you will head to the Kibale National Park headquarters for a briefing by a professional ranger before embarking on the highly anticipated chimpanzee tracking. Kibale is home to one of the highest concentrations of chimpanzees in Africa, making it the perfect location for this unique 7-Day Uganda Affordable Fly-In Safari experience.

You will follow the rangers into the forest, where you will have the rare opportunity to observe chimpanzees in their natural habitat. The experience is both exciting and educational, as you will witness the chimps in their social groups, interacting, playing, and foraging for food. The trek can last anywhere between 2 to 6 hours, depending on the location of the chimps, but the rewards are immense.

Afternoon: Visit to Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary

After your chimpanzee trekking, enjoy lunch at the lodge, followed by an afternoon visit to Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. This sanctuary, located just outside Kibale National Park, is a hotspot for birdwatching and is home to various primate species, including L’Hoest’s monkeys and red-tailed monkeys. The sanctuary is also a critical area for conservation efforts, with numerous species of plants, birds, and animals residing within its wetlands.

Take a leisurely walk through the sanctuary, where you’ll encounter a range of wildlife, including rare bird species like the papyrus gonolek. The 7-Day Uganda Affordable Fly-In Safari experience offers an enriching perspective on conservation and the diverse ecosystems within Uganda’s rainforest.

Evening: Dinner and Overnight at Lodge

Return to your lodge for a relaxing evening. Enjoy a delicious dinner and reflect on the day’s wildlife encounters. Overnight stay in a luxury lodge near Kibale.

• Accommodation: Kibale Forest Camp
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Morning: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After an early breakfast, you will depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most iconic wildlife reserves. The drive will take around 3-4 hours, offering you a chance to enjoy Uganda’s stunning landscapes as you travel through tea plantations, rolling hills, and vast savannah plains.

Afternoon: Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Upon arrival, check in to your lodge and enjoy lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. This park is famous for its diverse wildlife, including elephants, buffaloes, kobs, leopards, and hippos. The park is also home to the rare tree-climbing lions of Ishasha, a unique feature that sets Queen Elizabeth apart from other African parks.

Your game drive will take you through different parts of the park, from the savannah plains to the lush acacia forests. Your 7-Day Uganda Affordable Fly-In Safari guide will point out the different species and share insights into their behaviors and habitats.

Evening: Dinner and Overnight at Lodge

After your thrilling game drive, return to your luxury lodge for dinner and a relaxing evening. Queen Elizabeth National Park offers comfortable, high-end accommodations where you can unwind and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the park.

• Accommodation: Aardvark Safari Lodge
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Morning: Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Today, enjoy a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, which connects Lake Edward to Lake George. The channel is famous for its abundant wildlife, especially hippos, crocodiles, and numerous bird species. As you glide along the calm waters, you’ll be able to get close-up views of the wildlife in their natural environment.

The Kazinga Channel is also a great spot for birdwatching, with over 500 species of birds recorded in the park. The boat ride provides an excellent opportunity for photography and wildlife observation.

Afternoon: Game Drive in the Park

In the afternoon, embark on another game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you’ll explore different parts of the park, looking for more of its rich wildlife. Your 7-Day Uganda Affordable Fly-In Safari guide will focus on spotting the tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha Sector of the park, a unique experience only found here.

Evening: Dinner and Overnight at Lodge

After a fulfilling day of wildlife adventures, return to your lodge for a sumptuous dinner and a restful night in your luxury accommodation.

• Accommodation: Aardvark Safari Lodge
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Morning: Tree-Climbing Lions in Ishasha Sector

After breakfast, head out for a morning game drive in Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. This sector is known for its tree-climbing lions, a unique and fascinating sight. These lions are often found lounging in the branches of fig trees, and you’ll have the chance to observe this rare behavior up close.

Afternoon: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After your game drive, you will depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, one of the most famous destinations in the world for gorilla trekking. The journey will take around 3-4 hours, and upon arrival, you’ll check into your luxury lodge and enjoy lunch. The remainder of the afternoon is free for relaxation, and you can take in the magnificent views of the surrounding forest.

• Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Morning: Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

After breakfast, you’ll head to the Bwindi Park headquarters for a briefing before embarking on your gorilla trekking adventure. Bwindi is home to nearly half of the world’s mountain gorillas, and you’ll have the rare opportunity to observe them in their natural habitat.

Trekking through the dense forest is an exciting challenge, and when you encounter the gorillas, it will be a deeply moving experience. You’ll have a chance to observe these incredible creatures up close and learn about their behavior, social structures, and conservation efforts.

Afternoon: Explore Bwindi Village and Return to Lodge

After your trek, you’ll return to your lodge for a well-deserved lunch and some rest. In the afternoon, you can explore the nearby Bwindi village to learn about the local Batwa community and their unique cultural heritage.

Evening: Dinner and Overnight at Lodge

Relax with a delicious dinner and enjoy an evening of reflection on your extraordinary experience with the mountain gorillas. Your stay at Bwindi offers top-tier luxury accommodations, where you can rest comfortably and prepare for your journey the following day.

• Accommodation: Four Gorillas Lodge
• Meal Plan: Full Board

Morning: Transfer to Airstrip and Fly Back to Entebbe

On the final day of your 7-Day Uganda Affordable Fly-In Safari, enjoy breakfast before departing for either Kihihi or Kisoro Airstrip, where you will board your flight back to Entebbe. The flight takes approximately 1 hour, offering you a final chance to view the stunning landscapes of Uganda from the air.

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be transferred to your onward destination or flight home.

End of 7-Day Uganda Affordable Fly-In Safari