9 Days Fly-in Safari: Best of Western Uganda

9 days
Entebbe, Uganda

About this activity

9 Days: Best of Western Uganda | Fly-in Uganda Gorilla Safari

Fly-in with us to the savannah of Murchison Falls & Queen Elizabeth National Parks, explore the river Nile & Kazinga Channel on water safaris & seek out the iconic savannah wildlife. Spend a full day in Kibale National Park with a chimp family on the chimpanzee habituation exercise. Then venture onto Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for a gorilla trekking trip & observe a close knit mountain gorilla family feed, play & socialise in the natural setting of their rainforest home. Truly memorable safari experiences, complemented with boutique or lodges stays & services.

Featured Destinations: Murchison Falls National Park, Kibale National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park & Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Featured Safari Lodges: Murchison River Lodge, Turaco Treetops Marafiki Safar Lodge, Enjojo Lodge & Buhoma Community Haven Lodge
More Details: Uganda Fly-in Safari Packages & Uganda Fly-in Safari Destinations

Full description

Day 1:
Fly from Entebbe to Murchison Falls National Park & embark on a water safari to the waterfall.
Safari Lodge: Murchison River Loge

Day 2:
Seek the Shoebill in the delta & explore the savannah on a wildlife drive.
Safari Lodge: Murchison River Lodge

Day 3:
Dawn wildlife drive & fly to Kasese airstrip to explore the crater lake fields.
Safari Lodge: Turaco Treetops

Day 4:
Track chimps in Kibale National Park on the chimp habituation experience. 
Safari Lodge: Turaco Treetops

Day 5:
Drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park for a water safari.
Safari Lodge: Marafiki Safari Lodge

Day 6:
Track the chimps in Kyambura Gorge, then spot tree-climbing lions on Ishasha Plains.
Safari Lodge: Enjojo Lodge

Day 7:
Dawn wildlife drive then drive to Buhoma for a community walk.
Safari Lodge: Haven Lodge

Day 8: 
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Safari Lodge: Haven Lodge

Day 9: 
Fly from Kihihi airstrip to Entebbe International Airport. 
Safari Lodge: not included

Included / Excluded

  • Overland transfers: 4x4 Toyota Land Cruiser
  • Domestic flights: Scheduled public flights
  • Accommodation: Boutique safari lodges
  • Excursions: Safari activities as described
  • Meals: Full board
  • International flights
  • Travel & health insurance
  • Tourist visas
  • Alcohol & soft drinks
  • Gratuities & tips

Meeting point

Start Location

Entebbe International Airport , 14 Kitaasa Rd, Entebbe, UG

Important information

Know before you book

  • There is a minimum age of 15 years old for gorilla trekking
  • You require a valid yellow fever vaccination to obtain a visa to Uganda
  • Request dates before booking as safaris are subject to availability

Know before you go

  • You will be provided gorilla tracking guidelines on enquiry
  • You will be provided suggested packing lists on booking
  • You will be provided visa guidance on booking
  • You will be provided a thorough 'Know Before You Go' pack on booking

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 43 days before the activity starts

Our cancellation policy is detailed in our Terms & Conditions of Booking, which are available on request.

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