8 Days Murchison, Bwindi and Kibaale Tour

Proposed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival and Transfer to Kampala

Upon arrival at the airport, our company representative will pick you up and transfer you to Kampala for refreshments and an overnight stay.

Accommodation options:
Luxury: Hotel No.5, The Boma Hotel
Deluxe: 2 Friends Beach Hotel
Budget: Airport Guest Link, Blue Monkey Guest House

Day 2: Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park (Rhino Tracking)

After breakfast, drive to Murchison Falls National Park with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking. After lunch, continue to Murchison Falls and visit the spectacular Top of the Falls, where the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge creating a thunderous roar.

Overnight at:
Luxury: Paraa Safari Lodge
Mid-range: Pakuba Safari Lodge, Murchison River Lodge
Budget: Bwana Tembo Lodge, Red Chilli Rest Camp

Day 3: Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise

Enjoy an early morning game drive in the northern sector of the park, spotting elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, Uganda kobs, lions, leopards (if lucky), and various bird species. After lunch, take a boat cruise on the Nile to the base of the falls followed by a guided hike.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

After breakfast, transfer to Kibale Forest National Park, passing through the Albertine Rift Valley with scenic countryside views. Lunch en route in Hoima or packed lunch. The journey takes approximately 6–7 hours.

Overnight at:
Budget: Chimpanzee Forest Lodge, Kibale Forest Lodge
Deluxe: Primate Lodge, Turaco Treetops
Luxury: Crater Safari Lodge, Chimpundu Lodge

Day 5: Chimpanzee Tracking & Bigodi Community Walk

After an early breakfast, proceed for chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest.
There is a 95% chance of seeing chimpanzees. Return for lunch
and later visit Bigodi Community to explore local projects,
schools, and crafts.

Dinner and overnight at your lodge.

Day 6: Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Drive to Bwindi via the Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a picnic lunch en route and arrive in Bwindi in the afternoon.

Overnight at:
Budget: Gorilla Mist Camp, Trekker’s Tavern
Mid-range: Bakiga Lodge, Haven Lodge Buhoma
Luxury: Mahogany Springs Lodge, Gorilla Safari Lodge

Day 7: Gorilla Trekking & Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After an early breakfast, attend a briefing and begin your mountain gorilla trekking. Trekking may take 2–4 hours or
longer. You will spend up to one hour with the gorillas. Later, enjoy a community visit and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi.

Overnight at:
Mid-range: Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort, Lake Bunyonyi Eco Lodge
Luxury: BirdNest Resort

Day 8: Transfer to Kigali or Kampala & City Tour

After breakfast, transfer to Kigali for a city tour including the Genocide Memorial, then proceed to the airport for departure.Alternatively, return to Kampala with stops at Igongo Cultural Centre and the Uganda Equator before transferring to Entebbe International Airport.

End of Safari

Safari Prices

Safari Includes

• Gorilla permit (USD 800)
• Chimpanzee tracking permit (USD 250)
• Ziwa Rhino tracking fees (USD 60)
• Nile boat cruise (USD 35)
• Park entrance fees
• Full-time English-speaking driver/guide
• Comfortable 4WD safari vehicle and fuel
• 7 nights full-board accommodation
• All activities and guiding fees
• Bottled mineral water

Safari Excludes

• Meals in Kampala or Kigali
• Visa fees
• Personal expenses (tips, laundry, drinks, phone bills, etc.)