7 days / 6 nights itinerary
7-Day Uganda Wildlife Safari
The western Uganda circuit, done properly.
A week that links Uganda's greatest hits: rhinos at Ziwa, Murchison Falls, chimpanzees in Kibale and the savannah of Queen Elizabeth. Big game, primates and river landscapes in one comfortable loop.
Day by day
Day 1
Kampala to Murchison Falls
Depart with a rhino-tracking stop at Ziwa Sanctuary, entering the park by late afternoon.
Day 2
Murchison Falls
Sunrise game drive on the northern bank and the afternoon boat cruise to the bottom of the falls.
Day 3
Top of the falls & south
Hike to the top of Murchison Falls, then drive south with a stop in Fort Portal for the night.
Day 4
Kibale chimpanzees
Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest and an afternoon Bigodi Wetland walk.
Day 5
Queen Elizabeth
Transfer into Queen Elizabeth with an evening game drive on the Kasenyi plains.
Day 6
Kazinga Channel
Dawn game drive, afternoon boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel, and an optional crater lakes drive.
Day 7
Return
Optional morning activity, then the drive back to Kampala or Entebbe.
Highlights
- Ziwa rhino tracking
- Murchison Falls game drives and boat cruise
- Kibale chimpanzee tracking
- Queen Elizabeth game drives and Kazinga cruise
Good to know
- Best time: June to September and December to February.
- Fully customisable — dates, pace and budget.
- Accommodation choices and trekking permits are confirmed in your personal quotation.
Inclusions
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Private transportation
- Drinks: water and soda beverages
- Driver-guide
- All park entrance fees
Exclusions
- Personal expenses
- International flights
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tips and gratuities
Prices depend on your dates, group size and accommodation choices — every quotation is itemised, with no hidden costs.
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