8-Day Uganda Big-5 Safari, Gorillas & Chimpanzee Trekking
Wildlife Safari and Primates Trekking Adventure in Uganda
Big game safari in Murchison & Queen, and Primates in Kibale and Bwindi Forest.
Experience the unforgettable on this 8-day journey through Uganda’s most celebrated wilderness. From the open savannahs of Murchison Falls to the dense jungles of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, this trip brings you face to face with Africa’s legendary Big Five—rhino, elephant, buffalo, lion, and leopard—alongside rare encounters with chimpanzees and mountain gorillas. This itinerary is tailored for wildlife lovers, nature photographers, and curious adventurers looking for a short but comprehensive safari across Uganda’s most iconic parks.
You’ll begin your trip tracking endangered white rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary before entering Murchison Falls National Park, where the Nile explodes through a narrow gorge in a dramatic cascade. You'll continue to the primate-rich Kibale Forest for chimpanzee trekking, pass through the savannahs of Queen Elizabeth National Park for classic game viewing and a cruise on the Kazinga Channel, and end your adventure deep in the mountainous forests of Bwindi, home to half the world’s population of mountain gorillas.
Start:
Entebbe, Uganda
End:
Entebbe, Uganda
Destinations
Uganda
Meals
7 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners
Transport
4WD Private Safari Vehicle
Accommodation
Eco-lodge (3 nights)
Age
15+
Theme
Wildlife Safari & Primates Trekking adventure
Physical rating
1 out of 5
Itinerary
Inclusions and activities
8-Day Uganda Big-5 Safari, Gorillas & Chimpanzee Trekking: Price varies by group size and accommodation level. Gorilla and chimpanzee permits included
From: USD $3,557 per person
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Why Travelers Trust Us
Our guests don’t just come for the wildlife. They come for something more—the rare combination of uncompromising comfort, authentic connection, and purpose-driven travel that defines every Activenture journey.
If someone had told me that it was possible to go on an African Safari for the first time and it would be a completely stress-free, relaxing, safe and first-rate vacation all the way through, I wouldn’t have believed that was possible. But then I found Diana and her team. All the way through, my wife and I were very impressed with the detail of the planning and the quality of the lodging, guides and drivers. We feel very lucky that we found Diana’s team and we’re grateful for all they did to make our trip one that we will always treasure. We did the 6 days gorilla and tree-climbing lions package.
Diana was very helpful in setting up my Gorilla Tracking excursion to Bwindi. She did all of the leg work so that all we had to do was enjoy the trip.
Robert, our driver, was courteous and professional and provided invaluable assistance during the trip.
I would highly recommend Diana and her Team to anyone considering a trip to Uganda.
We had an amazing family holiday in Uganda, with thanks to Diana and our guide. We visited Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth National Park and finally the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest to see the Mountain Gorillas. The team went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable trip and ensured our safety at all times. Would highly recommend using Diana & her team for your trip.
“What made it unforgettable? The people. The places. The purpose. You’re not just a visitor—you become part of something bigger. I came for the wildlife and left feeling connected to the continent.”
“We’ve traveled extensively, but nothing felt as genuine and personal as this. Our guide had grown up near the park—we weren’t just seeing animals; we were understanding them. And the people.”
“There were moments I forgot I was on a guided trip—it felt more like being hosted by a friend who knew every secret path, every story. I’ll never forget sitting under the stars in Bwindi after our gorilla trek. Life-changing.”
I joined the 20-day birding tour across Uganda and Rwanda—what a paradise. Over 500 species, expert guides, and moments of pure stillness in forests I’d only dreamed of. Spotting the shoebill in Mabamba, just wow!!!. Activentures really knows how to slow you down and tune you in.
Our family safari in Rwanda felt intimate and empowering. We trekked golden monkeys in Volcanoes National Park, then immersed ourselves in learning basket weaving from a local women’s cooperative. Wow! It was real, raw, and restorative. Activentures made it feel safe, seamless, and deeply human.
Climbing Mt. Kenya with Activentures was wild in the best way. Altitude, silence, the grit, the moments where I thought, ‘I can’t do this,’ and then somehow did. Our guides were incredible—serious when it mattered, but full of stories and laughter too. Summit day nearly broke me, but standing up there, above the clouds, was the most alive I’ve ever felt.