Experience Uganda's greatest combination of primates, Wildlife and culture — from walking among Zebra and Antelope in Lake Mburo to the unforgettable Mountain Gorilla Trekking experience in Bwindi, the Hippo-filled Kazinga Channel and Chimpanzee encounters in Kibale.
This is an ideal choice for travelers who want Uganda's signature experiences without making the journey entirely about gorillas.
Day 1
International Arrival → Entebbe - Arrival in Uganda and transfer to your hotel. Relax after your journey or enjoy an optional Lake Victoria sunset experience.
Overnight: Protea Hotel by Marriott Entebbe / 2 Friends Beach Hotel / No.5 Boutique Hotel
Day 2
Entebbe → Lake Mburo - Drive towards Lake Mburo with a stop at the Equator crossing. Afternoon game drive searching for Zebra, Giraffe, Impala and Buffalo, followed by an optional evening nature walk.
Overnight: Mihingo Lodge / Lake Mburo Safari Lodge / Rwakobo Rock
Day 3
Lake Mburo → Bwindi - Morning walking safari or horseback experience before continuing through Uganda's scenic highlands towards Bwindi. Visit a local community en route.
Overnight: Four Gorillas Lodge / Buhoma Lodge / Mahogany Springs
Day 4
Bwindi – Gorilla Trekking - The highlight of the journey — Mountain Gorilla Trekking through the ancient Bwindi forest. Spend time observing a gorilla family before returning to the lodge.
Overnight: Four Gorillas Lodge / Buhoma Lodge / Mahogany Springs
Day 5
Bwindi – Batwa Cultural Experience - Experience the Batwa community and forest culture around Bwindi, learning about traditional knowledge, crafts, music and forest heritage. Relax at the lodge later in the day.
Overnight: Four Gorillas Lodge / Buhoma Lodge / Mahogany Springs
Day 6
Bwindi → Queen Elizabeth - Scenic drive through southwestern Uganda towards Queen Elizabeth National Park. Afternoon game drive through the Kasenyi plains searching for Lion, Elephant, Buffalo and Antelope.
Queen Elizabeth - Morning game drive followed by the signature Kazinga Channel Boat Safari, cruising among Hippos, Crocodiles, Elephants and abundant birdlife.
Queen Elizabeth → Kibale - Morning game drive, then continue towards Kibale Forest. Afternoon Bigodi Wetland experience, with primates, birds and local community encounters.
Kibale → Entebbe → International Departure - Optional morning Chimpanzee experience depending on flight timing, then transfer to Entebbe for your onward international departure.
AMREF Flying Doctors — IncludedAll Silverbird clients receive complimentary AMREF Flying Doctors emergency medical evacuation cover for the duration of this package.