8-Day Uganda Wildlife Expedition
Explore Bwindi Impenetrable, Queen Elizabeth, Kibale Forest, Murchison Falls, and Kidepo National Parks
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Day 1: Journey to Bwindi
Western Uganda
Travel Highlights
- • Scenic drive through Uganda's countryside
- • Stop at Uganda Equator for photos
- • Views of Lake Bunyonyi en route
- • Evening lodge orientation
Preparation Notes
- • Pack hiking boots and rain gear
- • Charge camera batteries
- • Gorilla permits must be ready
- • Altitude: 1,160-2,607 meters
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Day 2: Gorilla Trekking Experience
Bwindi Impenetrable NP
Gorilla Trekking
- • Early morning briefing with park rangers
- • 2-8 hour hike through dense rainforest
- • 1 magical hour with mountain gorillas
- • Professional photography guidance
Afternoon Options
- • Batwa Pygmy cultural experience
- • Community walk and craft workshops
- • Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP
- • Optional lodge relaxation
Conservation Insight
Bwindi is home to nearly half of the world's remaining mountain gorillas. Your permit fees directly support conservation efforts and local communities.
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Day 3: Queen Elizabeth Safari
Queen Elizabeth NP
Morning Game Drive
- • Dawn safari in Kasenyi plains
- • Search for tree-climbing lions
- • Elephant and buffalo herds
- • Professional guide commentary
Afternoon Boat Cruise
- • Kazinga Channel wildlife cruise
- • Hippo pods and Nile crocodiles
- • Birdwatching (600+ species)
- • Sunset photography opportunities
Wildlife Safety
All game drives are conducted in secure vehicles with experienced guides. Maintain safe distances from all animals.
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Day 4: Primate Tracking in Kibale
Kibale Forest NP
Chimpanzee Tracking
- • Morning briefing at park headquarters
- • 2-4 hour forest walk
- • Observe chimps feeding and playing
- • 1 hour with chimpanzee family
Forest Exploration
- • Identify 13 primate species
- • Birdwatching (370+ species)
- • Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary walk
- • Optional night nature walk
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Day 5: To Murchison Falls
Northern Uganda
Scenic Journey
- • Cross the Nile at Karuma Bridge
- • Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
- • Views of the Albertine Rift
- • Evening wildlife spotting
Evening Activities
- • Sunset views of the Nile
- • Lodge orientation
- • Next day safari briefing
- • Optional night game drive
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Day 6: Murchison Falls Safari
Murchison Falls NP
Morning Activities
- • Game drive in the Delta sector
- • Search for lions and leopards
- • Giraffe and elephant sightings
- • Professional wildlife photography
Afternoon Highlights
- • Boat cruise to the Falls
- • Hike to top of Murchison Falls
- • View Nile squeezing through 7m gap
- • Sunset photography
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Day 7: To Kidepo Valley
Northern Frontier
Scenic Journey
- • Drive through Karamoja region
- • Stop at traditional villages
- • Views of Mount Morungole
- • Evening wildlife spotting
Evening Preparation
- • Lodge check-in and orientation
- • Next day safari briefing
- • Optional cultural performance
- • Star gazing in wilderness
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Day 8: Kidepo Valley Safari
Kidepo Valley NP
Wildlife Viewing
- • Dawn game drive in Narus Valley
- • Search for cheetahs and wild dogs
- • Elephant and buffalo herds
- • Over 475 bird species
Departure
- • Scenic flight to Entebbe (optional)
- • Or return journey by road
- • Airport transfer for evening flights
- • Certificate of completion
Expedition Highlight
Kidepo Valley is Uganda's most remote national park, offering truly wild safari experiences with few other visitors.
Expedition Highlights
