5 Day Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Tree Climbing Lions Safari
This 5 Day Gorilla, Chimpanzee & Tree Climbing Lions Safari combines Uganda’s greatest wildlife highlights mountain gorillas in
Bwindi, tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector of
Queen Elizabeth National Park, a Kazinga Channel boat cruise, classic game drives, and
chimpanzee trekking in Kalinzu.
It is perfect for travelers exploring Uganda alone or connecting to Kenya’s Maasai Mara or the wider East Africa safari circuit. Expect comfortable lodges, scenic drives, and unforgettable wildlife moments.
ITINERARY IN BRIEF
Day 1: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Early pick-up from Entebbe/Kampala and drive to southwestern Uganda.
Enjoy scenic views of rolling hills, terraced farmlands, and the Kigezi Highlands. Lunch en route in Mbarara. Arrive in Bwindi in the late afternoon for check-in, relaxation and dinner.
Destination: Bwindi impenetrable
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Day 2: Gorilla Trekking → Drive to Ishasha Sector
After breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for briefing and grouping.
Begin the trek into Bwindi’s rainforest to meet the endangered mountain gorillas.
Spend one unforgettable hour with them. Receive your trekking certificate and enjoy lunch.
Afterward, drive to the Ishasha sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions.
Destination:
Ishasha
Meals: All meals included
Day 3: Ishasha Game Drive → Transfer to Mweya, Queen Elizabeth NP
Morning game drive in Ishasha to search for tree-climbing lions resting in large fig trees.
Expect elephants, Uganda kob, buffalo, and savannah birds.
Continue to the northern side of
Queen Elizabeth NP and check in at your lodge near Mweya.
Accommodation: Mweya
Meals: All meals included
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Day 4: Kasenyi Game Drive Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Early game drive in Kasenyi Plains, known for lions, leopards (occasional), elephants, hyenas, and large herds of Uganda kob.
Return to the lodge for lunch.
Afternoon boat safari on the
Kazinga Channel, home to one of Africa’s highest concentrations of hippos, as well as crocodiles, buffalo, elephants and abundant birdlife.
Destination: Kasese
Meals: All meals included
Early breakfast and transfer to Kalinzu for a briefing and guided chimpanzee trek.
Spend one hour with the chimps once found.
After the trek, begin the drive back to Entebbe with a stop at the Equator for photos and souvenirs.
Drop-off at the airport or hotel.
Accommodation: None (End of safari)
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Safari Inclusions
Gorilla trekking permit
Chimpanzee trekking permit
All accommodation as listed
All meals as indicated
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
4×4 safari vehicle with fuel
Kazinga Channel boat cruise
Park entry fees
Bottled drinking water in the vehicle
Airport pick-up & drop-off
Safari Exclusions
International flights
Visa fees
Optional activities
Alcoholic & soft drinks
Personal travel insurance
Tips & gratuities
Extra accommodation before/after the trip
