Experience the ultimate Uganda wildlife adventure combining the unforgettable thrill of gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park with the spectacular wildlife encounters of Queen Elizabeth National Park. This safari offers a perfect blend of primate tracking, game viewing, boat cruises, breathtaking landscapes, and cultural experiences in two of Uganda’s most iconic destinations.
Bwindi is home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas, while Queen Elizabeth National Park is renowned for its diverse ecosystems, tree-climbing lions, abundant wildlife, and exceptional birdlife. Together, they create one of Africa’s most rewarding safari experiences.
Safari Highlights
- Gorilla trekking in Bwindi’s ancient rainforest
- One-hour face-to-face encounter with endangered mountain gorillas
- Game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel
- Opportunity to see tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha Sector
- Encounters with elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, hippos, and crocodiles
- Exceptional birdwatching opportunities
- Scenic drives through Uganda’s countryside and Rift Valley landscapes
- Cultural interactions with local communities
- Photography opportunities in diverse habitats
Destinations Covered
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for mountain gorilla trekking. The dense rainforest shelters numerous primates, bird species, and unique flora, making it one of Africa’s most biodiverse ecosystems.
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Uganda’s most visited national park, featuring savannah plains, crater lakes, wetlands, forests, and the famous Kazinga Channel. The park hosts over 95 mammal species and more than 600 bird species.
Tour Overview
This epic journey will take you to two of Uganda’s well-endowed national parks thus the impenetrable Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth national park. Enjoy an amazing afternoon boat cruise along the kazinga channel, and a spectacular scenery of the sunset on Lake Edward, gorilla trekking and game drives.
Activity highlights
- Mountain Gorilla tracking
- Visit the Batwa Pygmies Community
- View Ishasha sector to see the tree-climbing lions
- Game Drives and Kazinga boat cruise
Getting There
The trip will start from Kampala or Entebbe to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park and you will be dropped off at your hotel in Kampala or Entebbe international airport after the trip.
Extreme African Wonders offers personalized and locally guided adventures, specializing in Kilimanjaro trekking, wildlife safaris, and beach getaways. With a deep understanding of Tanzania’s landscapes and culture, we ensure authentic, safe, and memorable experiences.
We offer all the major Kilimanjaro routes including Machame, Marangu, Lemosho, Rongai, and Northern Circuit. Our team helps you choose the best route based on your fitness level, schedule, and preferences.
Yes, our Tanzania safari packages are all-inclusive, covering park entry fees, comfortable lodges or tented camps, meals, and professional guides. We tailor everything to match your travel style and budget.
Absolutely! Many clients enjoy combining a Kilimanjaro trek with a Serengeti safari or a relaxing trip to Zanzibar. We offer seamless multi-destination packages that suit both adventure seekers and leisure travelers.
Safety is our top priority. Our experienced guides are Wilderness First Responders, and we conduct daily health checks, carry oxygen cylinders, and have a high summit success rate. You're in good hands.
The best time for Kilimanjaro treks is January–March and June–October. These months also offer excellent wildlife viewing in national parks. Zanzibar is great year-round, especially during the dry seasons.
Included
- Gorilla and Chimpanzee trekking permits
- All activities on itinerary & park entry fees
- Accommodation and meals
- Transport in Standard Safari vehicle
- Professional Tour Guide
Excluded
- International Flights
- Items of Personal Nature
- Tips and Gratuity
Make your dream trip come true with Extreme African Wonders Tours & Safaris
At Extreme African Wonders Tours & Safaris, you can customizeize your trip. Our sample itineraries are adjustable to your preferences. Our specialists work together with you to create your dream journey!
Itinerary
- Day 1: Kampala to Bwindi National Park.
- Day 2: Gorilla tracking.
- Day 3: Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Day 4: Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park to Kampala.
Day 1
Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Meet and great with our company representative who pick you from your hotel early enough so as to manage time since it’s a long way to your destination. Leave Kampala for Bwindi impenetrable National Park. We can then have a stop at the Equator for stretch refreshments and then you can have a look at the traditional drums and crafts being made at this place. Jump into the car and proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest famously known for the rare Mountain Gorillas and primate life in this forest is quite fantastic, and there is an incredible variety of flora and fauna too. This forest also holds 348 bird species thus known for being a bird watchers haven. You will have a lunch stop and then head on straight to the destination, dinner.
Accommodation options:
- Ichumbi Gorilla lodge or Gorilla Mist Camp or Buhoma haven lodge (Mid-range)
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Day 2
Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After your breakfast, ready with your packed lunch and drinking water since long hours will be spent in search of these giants, you will be transferred to the gorilla tracking information office for a pre-gorilla tracking briefing at 8am. After briefing, the rangers will then lead you into the forest to track these gentle giants the Mountain gorillas. Experience the thrill of spending time observing the gorillas as they interact with each other, you are allowed an hour witnessing of the interaction of these close relatives to human, there after you can engage in a community walk if time permits so to explore culture incase time is on your side. Dinner and overnight.
Day 3
Transfer from Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After an early morning delicious breakfast treat, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park that’s blessed with a lot of beauty the lakes, forest, savannah grassland as well as wetlands. We will enter through the Ishasha sector famed for its rare tree-climbing lions and if lucky we will see these rare species then head on to the northern side of the park where we will rest the night. Have dinner.
Accommodation options:
- Marafiki Safari Lodge (mid-range)
Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 4
Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park
Grab a cup of coffee as you warm up to explore, more of Queen Elizabeth national park. Will head for a game drive along Kasenyi tracks in search of animals like: Lions, Cape Buffalos, Elephants, Warthogs, Waterbucks, Spotted hyenas, Mangoose, Kobs and, if you are lucky, the leopard is also oftenly spotted. Over 606 bird species have been recorded in this park and most notably along the Kazinga channel. Return for a lunch meal, relax and prepare for yet another exciting activity in the afternoon. After lunch you will enjoy a unique two hours boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel. This launch cruise gives you an amazing opportunity to watch the animals and birds at a much closer distance. Dinner and overnight at the same accommodation.
Day 5
Queen Elizabeth National Park to Kampala
As you watch the sun rise in the wild. Wake up and take your breakfast meal at the same time check out of the hotel to proceed for Kampala with lunch en-route and on reaching Kampala thus the end of your five days safari.
End of Tour
Make your dream trip come true with Extreme African Wonders Tours & Safaris
At Extreme African Wonders Tours & Safaris, you can customizeize your trip. Our sample itineraries are adjustable to your preferences. Our specialists work together with you to create your dream journey!
Why Choose Extreme African Wonders?
Unmatched Service Excellence
Swift & Attentive Communication
Dedicated Tanzania Specialists
On-Ground Experts Living in Tanzania
Elite Safari Guiding Professionals
Fair & Competitive Pricing
Highly Rated Private Safari Journeys
Itinerary
- Day 1: Kampala to Bwindi National Park.
- Day 2: Gorilla tracking.
- Day 3: Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Day 4: Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park.
- Day 5: Queen Elizabeth National Park to Kampala.
Day 1
Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Meet and great with our company representative who pick you from your hotel early enough so as to manage time since it’s a long way to your destination. Leave Kampala for Bwindi impenetrable National Park. We can then have a stop at the Equator for stretch refreshments and then you can have a look at the traditional drums and crafts being made at this place. Jump into the car and proceed to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest famously known for the rare Mountain Gorillas and primate life in this forest is quite fantastic, and there is an incredible variety of flora and fauna too. This forest also holds 348 bird species thus known for being a bird watchers haven. You will have a lunch stop and then head on straight to the destination, dinner.
Accommodation options:
- Ichumbi Gorilla lodge or Gorilla Mist Camp or Buhoma haven lodge (Mid-range)
Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Day 2
Gorilla Tracking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
After your breakfast, ready with your packed lunch and drinking water since long hours will be spent in search of these giants, you will be transferred to the gorilla tracking information office for a pre-gorilla tracking briefing at 8am. After briefing, the rangers will then lead you into the forest to track these gentle giants the Mountain gorillas. Experience the thrill of spending time observing the gorillas as they interact with each other, you are allowed an hour witnessing of the interaction of these close relatives to human, there after you can engage in a community walk if time permits so to explore culture incase time is on your side. Dinner and overnight.
Day 3
Transfer from Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After an early morning delicious breakfast treat, drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park that’s blessed with a lot of beauty the lakes, forest, savannah grassland as well as wetlands. We will enter through the Ishasha sector famed for its rare tree-climbing lions and if lucky we will see these rare species then head on to the northern side of the park where we will rest the night. Have dinner.
Accommodation options:
- Marafiki Safari Lodge (mid-range)
Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Day 4
Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park
Grab a cup of coffee as you warm up to explore, more of Queen Elizabeth national park. Will head for a game drive along Kasenyi tracks in search of animals like: Lions, Cape Buffalos, Elephants, Warthogs, Waterbucks, Spotted hyenas, Mangoose, Kobs and, if you are lucky, the leopard is also oftenly spotted. Over 606 bird species have been recorded in this park and most notably along the Kazinga channel. Return for a lunch meal, relax and prepare for yet another exciting activity in the afternoon. After lunch you will enjoy a unique two hours boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel. This launch cruise gives you an amazing opportunity to watch the animals and birds at a much closer distance. Dinner and overnight at the same accommodation.
Day 5
Queen Elizabeth National Park to Kampala
As you watch the sun rise in the wild. Wake up and take your breakfast meal at the same time check out of the hotel to proceed for Kampala with lunch en-route and on reaching Kampala thus the end of your five days safari.
End of Tour
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Make your dream trip come true with Extreme African Wonders
Unmatched Service Excellence
Swift & Attentive Communication
Dedicated Tanzania Specialists
On-Ground Experts Living in Tanzania
Elite Safari Guiding Professionals
Fair & Competitive Pricing
Highly Rated Private Safari Journeys
