6 days western Uganda safari

Overview

Explore the western part of Uganda on this 6-day guided safari. This offers a chance to visit diverse landscapes and wildlife species. While on this safari, you will meet mountain gorillas, tree-climbing lions, and chimpanzees in their natural homes. Apart from that, you will float on different open waters as you cruise on a motor boat. The 6 days western Uganda safari starts in Kampala/Entebbe and ends in Entebbe. You will head to national parks, Queen Elizabeth, Bwindi Impenetrable, and Lake Mburo.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Transfer to Lake Mburo NP. Boat cruise in the afternoon and evening game drive

In the morning, our driver will meet you at your accommodation in Kampala or Entebbe. You will be picked up and transferred to Lake Mburo National Park to the southwest. The journey is around 229.2 kilometers along the Kampala-Masaka-Mbarara highways. This is a chance to enjoy beautiful peri-urban, urban, and countryside views. A stop in the Mpigi district presents a chance to take photos at the Equator Crossing. Arrive in Lake Mburo National Park and check in at your pre-booked lodge. Enjoy lunch at your lodge.

Head to Lake Mburo to enjoy an afternoon boat cruise. While on the boat on the shimmering lake, watch birds and animals like crocodiles, hippos, etc. There are lovely hills that form nice backdrops for photography. In the evening, you will drive on the tracks of the park to enjoy an evening game drive. This opportunity is for you to see giraffes, hippos, buffaloes, zebras, and impalas, among other animals. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2: Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Afternoon chimpanzee trekking at Kyambura Gorge

In the morning, you will check out of the lodge after taking breakfast. You will transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park to the west. The journey is only 131.1 kilometers, taking a duration of almost 3 hours via the Mbarara-Kasese route. Arrive at Uganda’s most visited national park and head to your pre-booked lodge. Check in and refresh. After lunch, you will head to Kyambura Gorge. This forested habitat has a habituated chimpanzee troop.

You will enjoy the afternoon chimpanzee trek here. This experience will start with a short briefing where the guide will offer instructions for trekking. Search for the chimpanzee troop and find them. Viewing time is 1 hour, but you will enjoy this unforgettable moment with photography also allowed. Return to your lodge for relaxation and dinner. This is where you will stay for the night.

Day 3: Game drive and boat cruise

Wake up for a morning game drive. This is after the early morning breakfast. Go to the lush savannahs of Kasenyi, where plenty of animal species roam. This wildlife viewing experience offers opportunities to see lions, leopards, elephants, topis, and others. Do not forget to see some birds because there are plenty of them. Return to your lodge and relax in the lounge or swimming pool. You will have an expertly prepared lunch.

There will be a boat cruise that starts at around 2:00 p.m. Go for this amazing experience that happens on the Kazinga Channel. Enjoy seeing amphibious animals like Nile crocodiles and hippopotamuses. Birds that love proximity to waterbodies are also plentiful. These include the malachite kingfisher, African fish eagle, African skimmer, and saddle-billed stork, etc. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 4: Transfer to Bwindi (enroute game drive in Ishasha sector). Stay at the Buhoma sector.

Wake up to enjoy a warm breakfast. Check out of the lodge and depart for Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. You will first enjoy an enroute game drive in the Ishasha sector. Ishasha is where tree-climbing lions live. Enjoy a game drive in this special place. In addition to the tree-climbing lions, you will also see warthogs, topis, Uganda kobs, elephants, and birds. Have enroute lunch and proceed to the Buhoma sector of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.

Buhoma sector headquarters is roughly 52.8 kilometers to the south of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Buhoma is home to the first-ever habituated gorilla family. This being an iconic site, you will have the most memorable gorilla trek. You will arrive at your lodge. Check in and relax. You will stay here after your dinner.

Day 5: Gorilla trekking in Buhoma

Begin your morning with a nourishing breakfast, then park some lunch. Setout for an unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure in the Buhoma sector. Before tracking a habituated gorilla family, you will participate in a mandatory briefing. This is where park personnel introduce you to gorilla trekking guidelines. Start tracking the gorilla family, following the park guide’s lead. Viewing time for gorilla trekking is 1 hour, but nothing short of memorable.

Enjoy this moment and observe the experience through photography. Returning to the starting point will also be amazing, as you will be full of joy. Attend the debriefing and also receive your gorilla trekking certificate. Your dedicated driver will bring you back to your lodge. Have dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 6: Transfer to Entebbe Airport. Departure

Awaken to the promise of a new day, before you savor a delightful breakfast. Check out of your lodge and depart for Entebbe Airport. This 470.6-kilometer journey through Mbarara, Masaka, and Kampala takes 10-11 hours. Pause in Mbarara to enjoy some delicious enroute lunch. When you arrive in Entebbe, you will be dropped off at the international airport. The 6 days western Uganda safari ends right before your departure flight.

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Sándor Jakubinyi

14:31 22 Feb 24

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12:45 21 Feb 24

We went on a two-week trip with my family, organised by Coleb from Standard Safaris.

I had my concerns about organised trips, but this one didn’t justify any of those. Everything went very smoothly, even when some problems arose with one of the cars it got fixed by next morning, the accomodations were clean and comfortable, the programs were exciting and well-balanced - everything was done to a truly high standard.

If you plan to visit Uganda and are looking for a guide, I warmly recommend Coleb and his team. In case you have a choice of drivers, go for Godwin, his presence made this trip even more enjoyable - cheerful, helpful, good sense of humour, generally a great person. Just look for the guy with a big smile and big heart:)

Bert Simoens

09:38 08 Jan 24

We recently embarked on a safari adventure with Standard Safaris in Uganda, which was truly exceptional. Our guide, Yonah, was outstanding - his kindness, knowledge, and discretion significantly enhanced our experience. He was the heart of our trip.

The local company's planning was offering a tailor-made journey that matched our interests. We saw an array of wildlife in Murchison, enjoyed rafting at Jinja, and experienced mountain biking at Sipi. A visit to Kidepo National Park was a highlight and comes highly recommended.

The vehicle provided was comfortable and reliable. We highly recommend Standard Safaris for anyone seeking an unforgettable safari in Uganda. Their professionalism and the exceptional guidance of staff like Yonah make them an great choice.

Michał Kostrzewa

00:41 15 Nov 23

We are all extremely grateful Standard Safaris for an incredible East Africa experience. I recently booked a custom trip for group of 8 people, including an 8-year-old boy, from Kampala through Queen Elizabeth National Park and on to Rwanda and Burundi. Coleb delivered on everything that was discussed and agreed upon beforehand.

The car provided was in great condition and our driver Meddy went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable, informed, and had the best possible time. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and professional. All local services were inlcuded in (reasonable) price that we agreed, so there was no need to worry about payments during the 6 day trip. Also Standard Safaris agreed took care about safety and security by helping us organize armed ranger while in the park.

The whole trip was hassle-free and smooth. We saw amazing wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP, took in the sights of Rwanda and Burundi, and made lifelong memories.

I would happily book with Standard Safaris again in a heartbeat and recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone looking for the best East Africa trip. They provide top-notch service while ensuring you have an incredible, customized experience. If you want a hassle-free, flawlessly organized African adventure, Standard Safaris is the tour operator to book with.

Ivan Nammanda

18:31 27 Oct 23

Very organized travel operator who chose awesome guide to make our trip wonderful.

We booked a nine days trip with Standard Safaris and all was perfect from start to finish. Coleb was very prompt at replying and easy to liaise with ahead of the trip. We had done a lot of research and had an itinerary in mind and Coleb helped us to put everything together to make this happen for a very reasonable price.  On the trip we had a private vehicle for the whole tour which was exactly what we wanted. Bryan was our driver and an amazing guide - really friendly and knowledgable, working hard to find the things that we wanted to see and quickly understanding what was of interest to us/how much information to give.

Would highly recommend a trip to Uganda with Standard Safaris. We are definitely coming back soon!

MUGAIGA KENNETH

18:01 27 Oct 23

The company has very courteous tour guides with wide knowledge of fauna and frola in the whole of East Africa.
The choice of safari Lodges is good with first class treatment.
Game drive security is assured.
Almost The whole of September I was traversing through DRC, Uganda,and Rwanda on a gorilla tour and wildlife expedition.
Everything was arranged and booked perfectly by Standard Safaris.
The owner, Coleb was always helpful whenever we needed to ask questions about this gorilla safari in Uganda and beyond.
It was a complex expedition but Standard safaris and Coleb made it look amazingly easy.
I’ll recommend Standard safaris 200%, for all gorilla safaris in Uganda, Rwanda and wildlife tours in east africa.

travel uganda

16:35 27 Oct 23

This is so far the best gorilla trekking company in Uganda, and africa, by far. I had a wonderful time with Standard Safaris as a solo traveler.
My guide was excellent and our safari planner, Coleb was quick with responses and the prices were very friendly.
I’ll definitely book with Standard safaris on my next gorilla tour in Rwanda and Uganda.

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