9 Days - Bwindi, Lake Bunyonyi, Queen Elizabeth, Kibale and Murchison Falls
This itinerary includes Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (1N), world-renowned for unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking in a dense rainforest setting; Lake Bunyonyi (1N), famous for its breathtaking scenery in a relaxing setting; Queen Elizabeth National Park (2N), celebrated for its diverse wildlife and ecosystems and boat rides in Kazinga channel; Kibale National Park (2N), where you'll enjoy Chimpanzee Tracking and a Bigodi Swamp Walk; and Murchison Falls National Park (2N), known for spectacular waterfall views, boat rides and classic Big Five game drives; and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you'll enjoy rhino tracking, before transferring back to Kampala.
Short Itinerary
Day 1 (January 20, 2026) - Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Day 2 (January 21, 2026) - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorilla Tracking) to Lake Bunyonyi
Day 3 (January 22, 2026) - Lake Bunyonyi to Ishasha sector (Game drive)
Day 4 (January 23, 2026) - Ishasha sector (Game drive) and Queen Elizabeth National Park (Boat ride in Kazinga channel)
Day 5 (January 24, 2026) - Game Drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park and transfer to Kibale National Park
Day 6 (January 25, 2026) - Kibale National Park (Chimp Tracking and Bigodi Swamp Walk)
Day 7 (January 26, 2026) - Kibale National Park to Murchison Falls National Park
Day 8 (January 27, 2026) - Murchison Falls National Park (Game Drives and Boat Ride)
Day 9 (January 28, 2026) - Murchison Falls National Park (Visit to top of Falls) to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (Rhino Tracking) to Kampala
Notes
- No activities included in Bunyonyi. Clients can choose to do Community Walk, Canoe Ride, Boat Ride, Bicycle Ride, Bird Watching, Cray Fishing or any other activity in Lake Bunyonyi by paying additionally at the accommodation.
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Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.
Ensuite Accommodation Packages
Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your tour, starting on January 20, 2026, in a group of two adults
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Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks.
You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.
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- Stay at Buhoma Community Rest Camp - Self Contained, Bwindi (Buhoma) from January 20, 2026 to January 21, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Itambira Island, Seeds of Hope - Round house, Lake Bunyonyi from January 21, 2026 to January 22, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Topi Lodge, Ishasha, Queen Elizabeth (Ishasha) from January 22, 2026 to January 23, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Pumba Safari Cottage, North, Queen Elizabeth (North) from January 23, 2026 to January 24, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Chimpanzee Forest Lodge - Main House, Kibale from January 24, 2026 to January 26, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Hornbill Bush Lodge, Murchison Falls from January 26, 2026 to January 28, 2026 [Full Board]
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Safari with Safari Van
- Adult:
($3,411)$2,956 per person (13% discount)
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Safari with Mini Land Cruiser
- Adult:
($3,526)$3,060 per person (13% discount)
- Adult:
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Safari with Standard Land Cruiser
- Adult:
($3,640)$3,164 per person (13% discount)
- Adult:
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Safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Adult:
($3,869)$3,372 per person (13% discount)
- Adult:
- Stay at Gorilla Valley Lodge - Ensuite, Bwindi (Rushaga) from January 20, 2026 to January 21, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Bunyonyi Rock Resort - Cottage, Lake Bunyonyi from January 21, 2026 to January 22, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Enjojo Lodge, Ishasha - Self Contained Safari Tent, Queen Elizabeth (Ishasha) from January 22, 2026 to January 23, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Parkview Safari Lodge, North - Deluxe Cottages, Queen Elizabeth (North) from January 23, 2026 to January 24, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Kibale Forest Camp - Safari Tent, Kibale from January 24, 2026 to January 26, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Murchison Falls Bamboo Village - Cottage, Murchison Falls from January 26, 2026 to January 28, 2026 [Full Board]
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Safari with Safari Van
- Adult:
($3,949)$3,334 per person (16% discount)
- Adult:
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Safari with Mini Land Cruiser
- Adult:
($4,064)$3,438 per person (15% discount)
- Adult:
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Safari with Standard Land Cruiser
- Adult:
($4,178)$3,542 per person (15% discount)
- Adult:
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Safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Adult:
($4,407)$3,750 per person (15% discount)
- Adult:
- Stay at Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge - Cottage, Bwindi (Rushaga) from January 20, 2026 to January 21, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Arcadia Lodge, Lake Bunyonyi from January 21, 2026 to January 22, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Enjojo Lodge, Ishasha - Thatched Cottage, Queen Elizabeth (Ishasha) from January 22, 2026 to January 23, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at The Bush Lodge, North - Self Contained Tents, Queen Elizabeth (North) from January 23, 2026 to January 24, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Isunga Safari Lodge, Kibale from January 24, 2026 to January 26, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Pakuba Safari Lodge, Murchison Falls from January 26, 2026 to January 28, 2026 [Full Board]
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Safari with Safari Van
- Adult:
($4,059)$3,406 per person (16% discount)
- Adult:
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Safari with Mini Land Cruiser
- Adult:
($4,174)$3,510 per person (16% discount)
- Adult:
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Safari with Standard Land Cruiser
- Adult:
($4,288)$3,614 per person (16% discount)
- Adult:
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Safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Adult:
($4,517)$3,822 per person (15% discount)
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- Stay at Bwindi Lodge - Deluxe Banda, Bwindi (Buhoma) from January 20, 2026 to January 21, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Arcadia Lodge, Lake Bunyonyi from January 21, 2026 to January 22, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ishasha Wilderness Camp, Ishasha, Queen Elizabeth (Ishasha) from January 22, 2026 to January 23, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Kyambura Gorge Lodge, North - Deluxe Banda, Queen Elizabeth (North) from January 23, 2026 to January 24, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Kyaninga Lodge, Kibale from January 24, 2026 to January 26, 2026 [Full Board]
- Stay at Paraa Safari Lodge - Superior Room, Murchison Falls from January 26, 2026 to January 28, 2026 [Full Board]
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Safari with Safari Van
- Adult:
($10,521)$8,027 per person (24% discount)
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Safari with Mini Land Cruiser
- Adult:
($10,636)$8,131 per person (24% discount)
- Adult:
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Safari with Standard Land Cruiser
- Adult:
($10,750)$8,235 per person (23% discount)
- Adult:
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Safari with Extended Land Cruiser
- Adult:
($10,979)$8,443 per person (23% discount)
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A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
You will be picked up around 8:00 am from Kampala (or Entebbe) by our guide who will brief you about your tour. You will later be driven in a comfortable and secure touring vehicle to the extreme South-West in which will take around 8 hours of drive. Lunch will be provided en-route at Mbarara, arriving late in the evening for an overnight and relax at the resort with stunning views of the lake with scattered Islands as you wait for the next day’s adventure.
Day 2 - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorilla Trekking) to Lake Bunyonyi
You will have an early morning breakfast at 6:30 am and with packed Lunch you will move to the Park headquarters to join other trackers in a briefing about the gorilla trekking rules at 7:30 am. You will trek through thick creepers and undergrowth with your guides to find the Gorillas, which can take you 1-8 hours. The steeply forested landscape is incredibly dense but crisscrossed by numerous animal trails allowing access by tourists. You will will stay with Gorillas sometime once sited and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi.
The drive will be in the beautiful part of the country often referred to as ‘the Switzerland of Africa’ because of its unique cool weather despite being near the Equator. This lake is said to be one of the most beautiful places in western Uganda. It is the second deepest lake in Africa (900 meters deep) and also one of the few places in the country where it is considered safe to swim as it is bilharzia free.
Note: Depending on your time of arrival at Lake Bunyonyi, you can pay the extra amount for the activity (Community Walk, Canoe Ride, Boat Ride, Bicycle Ride, Bird Watching and Cray Fishing.) directly at the accommodation and do the activity on this day or on the next day before departing to Ishasha.
Day 3 - Lake Bunyonyi to Ishasha sector (Game drive)
After your breakfast you will set off for Ishasha Sector. You will reach in the afternoon check in to your Lodge have lunch and some rest for sun to go down.
Post Lunch you will be taken for an evening game drive in Ishasha sector. After the drive you will return back to the Lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 4 - Ishasha to Kazinga Channel (Boat Ride)
After your breakfast you will be taken to Ishasha Sector, famous for the tree climbing lions lounging in the tree branches while keeping a close eye on herds of Uganda kob, their favorite prey. You could have a chance to spot some tree climbing lions after proceeding to your lodge.
In the afternoon you will take a Boat Cruise along the amazing Kazinga channel to see, at close range, the water animals to include Hippos, Buffalos, Crocodiles and elephants bathing on the channel banks. There is also a variety of bird species on the water banks especially the famous Shoebill, pelican and Jacana.
Day 5 - Game Drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park and transfer to Kibale National Park
After breakfast you will take a packed lunch and head for game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park to see Africa’s highly famed “Big 5”, Bush Bucks, Giant Hogs, Antelopes, Waterbucks and plenty of birds. . Later in the evening you will be transferred to Kibale Forest National Park.
Day 6 - Kibale National Park (Chimp Tracking and Bigodi Swamp Walk)
The activity begins at 8.00 am with a briefing of the rule for trekking the chimpanzees after which you set off to search for them in the forest. Kibale Forest National Park boasts the highest number of primate species in the world, including the chimpanzees. Approximately 5,000 chimpanzees live in the wild in Uganda, which makes it a perfect place to spot them! An experienced ranger will take you chimp tracking in the morning. Once you locate the chimpanzees, you will spend an hour with them and then head back to the accommodation for Lunch.
Post Lunch you will be taken for Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary walk This is a guided swamp walk that takes you closer seeing primates mostly monkeys, birds and butterflies. The wetland is a birder’s paradise with about 138 species and is best known for being home to the Great Blue Turaco.
This is a 2.5 - 3 hour walk and is a must for bird lovers. The walk is almost as popular as the Kibale Forest Walk. You will need good walking shoes since part of the walk is sometimes muddy. Hopefully you will spot the elusive Sitatunga antelope and the Shoebill Stork. This is nothing to be missed. You will meet some of the primates here, even a chimpanzee at times. Other primate species include the black-and-white colobus, grey-cheeked mangabey, red-tailed, l’Hoest’s and blue monkeys, and olive baboons. Also, Bushbucks and mongooses and many more can also be found here. There is also an abundance of butterflies. Bigodi Sanctuary is located outside the park in Magombe Swamp.
Day 7 - Kibale National Park to Murchison Falls National Park
After breakfast you will be transferred to Murchison Falls National Park which will take around 7/8 hours of drive, Head straight to tour the Top and bottom of majestic falls, where the Nile crashes through a 7 metres gorge to the falls 45 metres. Numerous scenic viewpoints are a photographers’ delight, The most impressive view of the foaming waters rushing into the gorge with a deafening roar.
Day 8 - Murchison Falls National Park (Game Drives and Boat Ride)
You will set off at 6:30 am cross to the northern bank of river Nile head for a sunrise game drive in the Nyamsika plateau to see the Cape buffaloes, Rothschild’s giraffes, Uganda kob, hartebeest and waterbucks. You may also spot oribi, bushbuck, Bohor reedbuck, shy sitatunga, bush duiker, warthog and bush pig plus large carnivores including lions, leopards and spotted hyenas. Chimpanzees and olive baboons head the list of six species of primates found in the park. Crocodiles and hippos will be seen along the banks of the Nile. Some of the more common birds that can be seen include goliath heron, Egyptian geese, pelican, bee- eaters, kingfishers, hornbill, cormorant, saddle-bill stork and the rare shoebill stork.
You will return to your lodge for a late breakfast and some relaxation before setting off in the afternoon for a Boat cruise on the placid Victoria Nile, upstream, to the base of the falls. En route you will see hippos, crocodiles, water buck and a wide variety of birds including the unusual shoebill stork. The boat stops just tens of meters from the “Devil’s Cauldron” for pictures to be taken of the photogenic and majestic Murchison Falls.
Day 9 - Murchison Falls National Park (Visit to top of Falls) to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (Rhino Tracking) to Kampala
After an early morning breakfast, drive to top of Falls and then depart with great memories of the moments spent at Murchison falls, You will be driven to the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, after a briefing from the ranger you trek the sanctuary for close to two hours. With Lunch en-route you will be transferred back to Kampala (or Entebbe).
Maps
Weather Information
In January, Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda generally experiences a mild and pleasant climate. The temperatures typically range from around 15°C (59°F) at night to about 25°C (77°F) during the day. January is part of the dry season, so rainfall is relatively low compared to the other months, making it a favorable time for outdoor activities and exploring the area. Humidity levels can be moderate, and the weather is usually sunny with occasional clouds.
In January, Kibale, Uganda typically experiences warm and humid weather, with average temperatures ranging from 16°C (61°F) to 27°C (81°F). This period is generally part of the dry season, which means there tends to be less rainfall compared to other months, though some light showers can still occur. The humidity levels are usually high, contributing to a feeling of warmth throughout the day. This is a popular time for visitors to explore the region's rich biodiversity, including its famous primate populations.
In January, Murchison Falls, Uganda typically experiences warm and dry weather. Average daytime temperatures range from about 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F), while nighttime temperatures can drop to around 15°C to 20°C (59°F to 68°F). Rainfall is generally low during this month, with January often being one of the drier periods of the year. Humidity levels can vary, but it tends to be relatively comfortable for outdoor activities, making it a popular time for tourism and wildlife viewing in the area.
Meals
Day 1 (January 20, 2026) - Lunch & Dinner
Day 2 (January 21, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 (January 22, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 (January 23, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 (January 24, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6 (January 25, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 7 (January 26, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 8 (January 27, 2026) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 9 (January 28, 2026) - Breakfast & Lunch
Transfer Times
Day 1 (January 20, 2026) - Kampala to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park takes about 8.5 to 10 hours (473 to 510 km)
Day 2 (January 21, 2026) - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to Lake Bunyonyi takes about 2 to 3 hours (65 to 100 km)
Day 3 (January 22, 2026) - Lake Bunyonyi to Ishasha sector takes about 3 to 4.5 hours (160 km)
Day 4 (January 23, 2026) - No transfers
Day 5 (January 24, 2026) - Queen Elizabeth National Park (Game drive) to Kibale National Park takes about 2 to 2.5 hours (110 km)
Day 6 (January 25, 2026) - No transfers
Day 7 (January 26, 2026) - Kibale National Park to Murchison Falls National Park takes about 8 to 8.5 hours (389 km)
Day 8 (January 27, 2026) - No transfers
Day 9 (January 28, 2026) - Murchison Falls National Park to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary takes about 2.5 to 3 hours (136 km) to Kampala takes about 3.5 to 4 hours (169 km)
Note: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.
Inclusions
Game drive as mentioned in the itinerary.
Drinking water while on safari (2 liters per person per day).
Gorilla trekking permit in Bwindi.
A professional English speaking driver/ guide.
Chimp tracking permit in Kibale.
Meals as per itinerary.
4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.
Activities mentioned in the itinerary.
All Taxes and VAT.
Park Fees (for Non-Residents).
Exclusions
Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).
Government imposed an increase of Taxes, Gorilla trekking permits, Chimp tracking permits and or Park Fees.
Tips (Tipping guidelines).
Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).
International flights.
9 Days - Bwindi, Lake Bunyonyi, Queen Elizabeth, Kibale and Murchison Falls
This itinerary includes Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (1N), world-renowned for unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking in a dense rainforest setting; Lake Bunyonyi (1N), famous for its breathtaking scenery in a relaxing setting; Queen Elizabeth National Park (2N), celebrated for its diverse wildlife and ecosystems and boat rides in Kazinga channel; Kibale National Park (2N), where you'll enjoy Chimpanzee Tracking and a Bigodi Swamp Walk; and Murchison Falls National Park (2N), known for spectacular waterfall views, boat rides and classic Big Five game drives; and Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you'll enjoy rhino tracking, before transferring back to Kampala.
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