TRIP OVERVIEW

Experience the ultimate 5 Days Uganda Gorilla & Queen Elizabeth Safari with Nelwen Tours & Safaris, a powerful combination of gorilla trekking, Big Five wildlife encounters, and scenic African landscapes. This Uganda safari package is one of the most popular choices for travelers seeking Uganda safaris, gorilla trekking Uganda, and wildlife safari experiences in East Africa.

This journey takes you to two of Uganda’s most iconic destinations: the world-famous Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home of endangered mountain gorillas, and the spectacular Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for lions, elephants, buffaloes, hippos, and the famous Kazinga Channel boat safari.

Safari Highlights

• Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
• Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
• Tree-climbing lions in Ishasha sector
• Boat safari on Kazinga Channel
• Big Five wildlife viewing experience
• Scenic drives through Uganda countryside
• Professional safari guides and 4x4 safari vehicles
• Luxury, mid-range, and budget Uganda safari options

SAFARI ITINERARY

Day 1: Arrival in Uganda and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Your Uganda safari begins with pickup from Kampala or Kigali. Travel through beautiful countryside landscapes, tea plantations, and rural villages as you head to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Arrive for an evening relaxation and overnight stay at your safari lodge.

Day 2: Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Start your day with an early morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park, where you may spot elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, and more. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, famous for:

• Hippos in large groups
• Crocodiles along the shores
• Elephants drinking water
• Rich birdlife including African fish eagles

Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Transfer to Bwindi Forest via Ishasha

After breakfast, drive through the Ishasha sector, famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. Continue your journey toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home of the endangered mountain gorillas. Arrive at your lodge in the evening for rest and preparation for gorilla trekking.

Day 4: Gorilla Trekking Experience in Bwindi Forest

After early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers.

Then begin your unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure inside Bwindi Forest. The trek may take 2–6 hours depending on gorilla movement, but the experience is priceless. You will spend one magical hour with mountain gorillas in their natural habitat, observing their behavior, social interaction, and powerful presence. Return to your lodge for relaxation and overnight stay.

Day 5: Return Journey

After breakfast, begin your return journey to Kampala or Kigali with scenic stops along the way. End of your unforgettable Uganda gorilla and wildlife safari experience.

Accommodation Options

• Budget safari lodges
• Mid-range safari lodges
• Luxury safari lodges

All accommodations are selected for comfort, safety, and proximity to Uganda safari destinations.

Why Choose This Uganda Safari?

This 5 Days Uganda Gorilla & Queen Elizabeth Safari is perfect for travelers who want:

• Gorilla trekking in Uganda
• Big Five wildlife safari experience
• Boat safari on Kazinga Channel
• Tree-climbing lions in Ishasha
• Short but complete Uganda safari package

Nelwen Tours & Safaris also offers Tanzania safari tours, Serengeti safari, Ngorongoro Crater tours, Zanzibar holidays, and Kilimanjaro climbing, making us one of the best safari companies in Africa.