Gorilla Trekking Uganda

12 Day Rainforest & Savannah Explorer Safari

Serengeti national park

Tour Details

Overview:

This 12-day cross-border luxury adventure blends two of Africa’s greatest wilderness realms: the mist-covered rainforests of Uganda and the vast golden savannahs of Tanzania. From the emotional depth of locking eyes with a wild mountain gorilla in Bwindi to the thunderous migration crossings in the Serengeti and tranquil boat safaris in Queen Elizabeth National Park — this is a wildlife and landscape symphony like no other.

Crafted for the seasoned traveler, this itinerary combines gorilla trekking, Big Five safaris, scenic flights, cultural experiences, and premium accommodations that mirror the wild beauty of each destination.


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Tour Highlights

Luxury Accommodation

Stay in high-end lodges and tented camps, offering comfort and stunning views.

Flexible Start Dates

Begin your journey on any available day that suits your schedule.

Customizable Itinerary

Modify select accommodations and destinations to better fit your preferences.

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Can start any day

If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.

Activities & Transportation

  • Activities: Gorilla & Great Migration Safaris
  • Game drives: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Getting around: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
  • Transfer: A transfer from and back to the airport is included

Tour Highlights:

  • Tour Start and End

    Entebbe

    Entebbe

  • Can be Customized as:

  • Duration:

    Day: 12 Night: 11
  • You Visit:

    Queen Elizabeth National Park Serengeti National Park Bwindi Impenetrable National Park Ngorongoro Crater

Drinks:

  • Water
  • Wine
  • Juice
  • Soda
  • Coffee

special dishes:

  • Vegan

Day 1: Arrival in Uganda – Into the Emerald Realm of Bwindi

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Day 2: Bwindi – Life-Changing Gorilla Trekking

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Day 3: Bwindi to Serengeti – From Forest to Savannah

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Day 4: Serengeti – Into the Realm of Predators

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Day 5: Serengeti – Migration Crossings & Wildlife Drama

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Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – Highland Beauty

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Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater – The Lost World Safari

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Day 8: Ngorongoro to Uganda – Queen Elizabeth Awaits

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Day 9: Queen Elizabeth – Game Drive & Predator Spotting

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Day 10: Queen Elizabeth – Tree-Climbing Lions & Scenic Views

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Day 11: Queen Elizabeth to Entebbe – Return to Comfort

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Day 12: Entebbe – Farewell East Africa

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Iternerary:

Day 1: Arrival in Uganda – Into the Emerald Realm of Bwindi

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, meet your private driver-guide for a scenic transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, winding through lush hills, banana plantations, and rural Uganda. Arrive at your luxury forest lodge, perched at the edge of the gorilla kingdom.

Accommodation Options:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Buhoma Lodge 

  • Luxury: Bwindi Lodge 

Meals: Dinner

Highlights: Scenic road transfer, welcome briefing, forest views

Day 2: Bwindi – Life-Changing Gorilla Trekking

Today is the pinnacle of your rainforest journey gorilla trekking. After a pre-trek briefing, venture deep into the jungle with expert rangers to track a family of endangered mountain gorillas. Spend one magical hour in their presence, observing their human-like interactions and behaviors.

Accommodation Options:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Buhoma Lodge 

  • Luxury: Bwindi Lodge 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlights: Gorilla trek, close primate encounters, rainforest hike

Day 3: Bwindi to Serengeti – From Forest to Savannah

Fly from Kisoro via Entebbe to either Kilimanjaro or Dar es Salaam, then connect to your bush flight into Serengeti National Park. Upon arrival, enjoy your first game drive in the land of lions and endless plains.

Accommodation Options:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Singita Sasakwa Lodge 

  • Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlights: Cross-border flight, Serengeti sunset safari

Day 4: Serengeti – Into the Realm of Predators

Spend your full day exploring the iconic Serengeti plains, home to lion prides, stealthy leopards, and sprinting cheetahs. Depending on the season, follow the Great Migration herds as they traverse predator-dense regions.

Accommodation Options:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Singita Sasakwa Lodge

  • Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlights: Big Five tracking, Great Migration encounters, golden hour photography

Day 5: Serengeti – Migration Crossings & Wildlife Drama

Explore different regions of Serengeti in search of dramatic wildlife moments wildebeest crossing rivers, lions on the hunt, hyenas prowling. Capture extraordinary action shots with your guide’s expert positioning.

Accommodation Options:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Singita Sasakwa Lodge

  • Luxury: Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlights: Predator-prey action, river crossing (seasonal), wildlife photography

Day 6: Serengeti to Ngorongoro Crater – Highland Beauty

Drive through the Ngorongoro Highlands, with scenic stops to photograph Maasai settlements and the vast caldera in the distance. Arrive at your lodge perched on the crater rim — one of the most dramatic views in all of Africa.

Accommodation Options:

  • Ultra-Luxury: &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge 

  • Luxury: Ngorongoro Serena Safari Lodge 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlights: Highland drive, scenic stopovers, lodge with crater views

Day 7: Ngorongoro Crater – The Lost World Safari

Descend 600 meters into the World Heritage Site that is Ngorongoro Crater. This natural amphitheater holds nearly all of East Africa’s major wildlife species. Track rhinos, watch hippos wallow, and enjoy a deluxe crater-floor picnic.

Accommodation Options:

  • Ultra-Luxury: &Beyond Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

  • Luxury: Ngorongoro Crater Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlights: Full Big Five sightings, caldera safari, luxury picnic

Day 8: Ngorongoro to Uganda – Queen Elizabeth Awaits

Transfer via flight from Kilimanjaro to Uganda, where Queen Elizabeth National Park greets you with rolling savannahs and shimmering lakes. Embark on an afternoon boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, known for Africa’s largest hippo concentration.

Accommodation Options:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Kyambura Gorge Lodge 

  • Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlights: Cross-border journey, boat safari, hippo & birdlife sightings

Day 9: Queen Elizabeth – Game Drive & Predator Spotting

Head out on a sunrise game drive in the Kasenyi plains to find lions, elephants, and Uganda kob. In the afternoon, embark on another boat safari or visit nearby salt lakes.

Accommodation Options:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Kyambura Gorge Lodge

  • Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlights: Lion tracking, water safari, birdwatching

Day 10: Queen Elizabeth – Tree-Climbing Lions & Scenic Views

Travel to the Ishasha sector, famous for its rare tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a unique game drive under fig trees, where lions often lounge in the branches to escape heat and insects.

Accommodation Options:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Kyambura Gorge Lodge

  • Luxury: Mweya Safari Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlights: Tree-climbing lion sightings, photographic savanna scenery

Day 11: Queen Elizabeth to Entebbe – Return to Comfort

Take a scenic drive or optional flight back to Entebbe, where you’ll check into a serene city hotel. Unwind with spa treatments, sunset cocktails, or souvenir shopping.

Accommodation Options:

  • Ultra-Luxury: Kampala Serena Hotel 

  • Luxury: The Boma Entebbe 

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Highlights: Relaxation, optional Entebbe city experience

Day 12: Entebbe – Farewell East Africa

After breakfast, your driver will transfer you to Entebbe International Airport. Depart with memories of gorilla gazes, thundering herds, and golden savannahs etched in your heart.

Accommodation:None/On request

Meals: Breakfast

Highlights: Departure transfer, end of safari


For personalized pricing and availability, please contact us directly.

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  • Parking fees (for non-residents)
  • All activities mentioned (unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodations mentioned (unless labeled as optional upgrades)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • Roundtrip airport transfer
  • Meals (as specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinks (as specified in the day-by-day section)

Exclude:

  • Inland Airfare costs
  • Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs)
  • Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
  • International flights (from/to the client's home country)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Gratuities for guides and crew
  • Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • Government-imposed increases in taxes and/or park fees
  • Tips (Guideline: USD 15.00 per person per day)
  • Visa and travel insurance fees

Cancelation Policy:

At Eagle Soul Adventure, we understand that plans may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Our cancellation policy is designed to be fair to our clients while also ensuring the sustainability of our operations and commitments to local service providers.

1. Cancellation by the Client

If you wish to cancel your tour, written notification must be provided to Eagle Soul Adventure via email. The following cancellation charges will apply, calculated from the date the written notice is received:

60 days or more before departure: 20% of the total tour cost (deposit is non-refundable).

45–59 days before departure: 30% of the total tour cost.

30–44 days before departure: 50% of the total tour cost.

15–29 days before departure: 75% of the total tour cost.

14 days or less before departure: 100% of the total tour cost (no refund).

Please note that no refunds will be issued for no-shows or unused portions of the itinerary once the tour has commenced.

2. Cancellation by Eagle Soul Adventure

In rare circumstances where Eagle Soul Adventure must cancel a tour due to force majeure, unsafe conditions, or insufficient bookings, we will notify you as early as possible. You will have the choice to:

Receive a full refund of all payments made, excluding any non-refundable transaction fees

We are not liable for any additional expenses incurred due to tour cancellation, including but not limited to flight changes, visa fees, or travel insurance.

Disclaimer:

At Eagle Soul Adventure, we design journeys with care and purpose. This 8-day experience blends wildlife, culture, and relaxation—crafted for families who value both comfort and connection.

To ensure a smooth and meaningful adventure, please note the following:

  • Nature is unpredictable. Itinerary changes may occur due to weather, airstrip logistics, or park rules—but always with your safety and experience in mind.

  • Wildlife sightings vary. Our expert guides will do their best, but animals roam freely and sightings can't be guaranteed.

  • Accommodations may shift. We select premium, family-friendly stays. If changes are needed, we’ll offer a comparable or upgraded lodge.

  • Travel respectfully. Kindness toward local people, cultures, and environments deepens your journey and helps protect what we love.

  • Photos & media. We may document the trip for future storytelling. If you'd prefer not to be included, let us know in writing before departure.

We look forward to guiding your family through this unforgettable journey.

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