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10 nights itinerary from $7,000
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Rhinos, birds and monkeys
A 10-day itinerary across Uganda's most beautiful destinations
Do you want to see rhinos, chimpanzees, mountain gorillas, lions and a variety of birds? Then look no further! This 10 day trip across Uganda stops off at the national parks, waterfalls, swamps and forests to allow you the time and chance to see these incredible species.
Trip Highlights
This trip is fully customisable in terms of length, days on safari, days at the beach, safari activities, accommodation needs and luxury fine-tuning to meet your wildest dreams, budgets and party size. Do call us any time to price-up and customise this itinerary for you.
Trip Itinerary
NB. All of our trips are fully customisable in terms of length of time, regions, properties and budget. The below is just a sample of an itinerary that has worked well for clients in the past. Do call us any time to talk about this itinerary or any other element of your trip!
Day
1
Arrive into Entebbe uganda
Met on arrival in Entebbe international airport and transferred (approximately 45 minutes) to the Serena Lake Victoria Hotel to stay for 1 night on a B&B basis.
Day
2
Rhinos and Murchison Falls uganda
After breakfast, drive to Murchison Falls National Park (approximately 6 hours) and have en-route visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary. Here you shall have a walking Safari to the Southern White Rhinos that have been re-introduced in Uganda. In the afternoon you will drive to the legendary Murchison Falls National Park, Ugandas biggest National Park. Overnight in Baker's Lodge on a full board basis including all game viewing activities and park fees.
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3
Murchison Falls uganda
After an early breakfast, proceed for a game drive. This is a beautiful drive across savannah, Borassus Palm Forest and grassland down to Lake Albert where the Albert Nile heads north. Drive in the open African savanna in search for Lions, Leopard, Hyena, Buffalo, Elephant, Jackson Hartebeest. Oribi, Waterbucks, Uganda Kobs, and enjoy spotting various Bird species such as the Secretary Bird, Black Chested Snake Eagle, Tawny and Marshal Eagles Carmine and Swallow Tailed Bee-Eaters, and many more. In the afternoon, go for a boat ride up the Nile, to Murchison falls, whence the park derives its name. Enjoy these spectacular falls by hiking to the top of the falls where the Nile squeezes through a 7meter gap and at the bottom you will see Huge Nile Crocodiles bask. Overnight in Baker's Lodge on a full board basis including all game viewing activities and park fees.
Day
4
Kibale National Park uganda
Transferred to the airstrip to fly to Kibale National Park (approximately 1 hour flight). Along the way you will pass many tea plantations. On the way you stop in Fort Portal. In the afternoon you will arrive at your accommodation and relax in the forest. Overnight at Papaya Lake Lodge on a full board basis including all game viewing activities.
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5
Kibale National Park uganda
Today you will track the most famous inhabitants of Kibale National Park, the chimpanzees. With over 1,450 individuals protected within the park, Kibale forest is home to the largest number of the endangered chimpanzees in Uganda, as well as the threatened red colobus monkey and the rare L'Hoest's monkey. The forest has one of the highest diversity and density of primates in Africa totaling 13 species including the black and white colobus, blue monkey and grey-cheeked mangabey, red tailed monkey, bush babies and pottos. In the afternoon after tracking, you have the opportunity to take a guided walk through the swamps of Bigodi or in a nearby village. Overnight in Papaya Lake Lodge on a full board basis including all game viewing activities.
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6
Queen Elizabeth National Park uganda
After breakfast you will drive today to the world-famous Queen Elizabeth National Park, crossing the equator along the way. Named after her Majesty the Queen of England, it is Uganda's most popular and most scenic game reserves. It stretches from the crater-dotted foothills of the Rwenzori range in the north, along the shores of Lake Edward to the remote Ishasha River in the south, incorporating a wide variety of habitats that range from savanna and wetlands and lowland forest. You shall have an evening game drive in the park. Overnight in Kyambura Gorge Lodge on a full board basis including all game viewing activities.
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Queen Elizabeth National Park uganda
Have an Early Morning Game Drive. There are over 100 mammal species that include Lions, Hippos, Buffaloes, Leopard, Spotted Hyena, Elephants and the elusive Giant Forest Hog in this park. The Primates include Chimps, Black and White Colobus Monkeys, Blue, Black faced Red Colobus, and Red tailed monkeys and Olive Baboons. In the afternoon, you shall have a boat ride on Kazinga Channel. Queen Elizabeth boasts one of the highest bio diversity ratings of any game park, from the open Savannah to Rain Forest, dense Papyrus Swamps and Crater Lakes to the vastness of Lake Edward. Overnight in Kyambura Gorge Lodge on a full board basis including all game viewing activities.
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Bwindi National Park uganda
Depart for Bwindi National park in the Morning on your way; you will have a chance to have a game drive in Ishasha sector where the tree climbing lions are found, then continue to the home of the Mountain Gorillas, Bwindi National Park. Of Uganda's Forested Parks, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park is best known for gorilla tracking, but it also provides refuge to elephants, chimpanzees, monkeys and various small antelopes, as well as 23 bird species restricted to the Albertine. Overnight in Bwindi Lodge on a full board basis including all game viewing activities and park fees.
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9
Gorilla Trekking, Bwindi National Park uganda
This morning you will get up very early for gorilla trekking. Trekking the Mountain Gorilla is one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. The trek will take between 2 and 6 hours, but is well worth the effort. You will be led by an experienced ranger who will tell you interesting facts about flora and fauna and the lifestyle of the Gorillas. As an alternative to gorilla trekking, there are several
walks that can take you. Overnight in Bwindi Lodge on a full board basis including all one gorilla permit.
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What kind of Wildlife should you see on the Rhinos, birds and monkeys trip in 2026/27?
For 2026/27, we expect you’ll be able to find the following wildlife in the Rhinos, birds and monkeys bearing in mind the quality of guiding, budgets, time of year and duration of stay all affect your chances of finding or seeing any of the following outstanding animals that dwell in Rhinos, birds and monkeys…
The Parks & Regions featured in the Rhinos, birds and monkeys itinerary...
A general introduction to the parks and regions featured in the Rhinos, birds and monkeys for 2026/27.
Do visit our Africa Wildlife page for our full wildlife viewing guide...
What are the other great Camps & Hotels across the same Rhinos, birds and monkeys parks and regions...
For 2026/27 we highly recommend all the following camps & hotels in the same Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Entebbe, Kibale Forest National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park parks & regions — and let us help customise and price-up your ideal trip for you...
1 Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Africa, Uganda
A great choice of accommodation for those looking for a more quiet and remote area of Bwindi Forest in the south-western part of Uganda. Accommodation at Nkuringo comprises of eight cottages in… More…
2 Primate Lodge
Kibale Forest National Park, Africa, Uganda
This little lodge is a gem in the heart of Kibale National Park. Offering 16 rooms situated in the lush green rainforest, the lodge is a perfect base for your chimpanzee trek… More…
3 Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Africa, Uganda
This lodge is one of most luxurious in all of Bwindi (we would say on par with Bwindi Lodge). The property feels more “safari-like” as the main area is all open-plan, with… More…
4 Silverback Lodge
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Africa, Uganda
Silverback Lodge offers simple accommodation but with a great location and price tag! It’s a good option for those who want to stay in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park without the price tag… More…
And don't miss our Africa Wildlife page for a full guide to the amazing wildlife available...
What other Safari Trips & Tours do you have for the same regions in 2026/27?
An overview of what other tailor-made trips & tours The Africa Specialists have available to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, Entebbe, Kibale Forest National Park, Murchison Falls National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park parks & regions for 2026/27.
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