Itinerary – 4 Days Flying Safari Bwindi & Queen Elizabeth

Fly into Uganda’s wilderness for unforgettable gorilla and chimpanzee encounters

This 4-day luxury fly-in safari combines two of Uganda’s premier wildlife experiences: gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and chimpanzee tracking in Queen Elizabeth National Park’s Kyambura Gorge. With seamless domestic flights, breathtaking scenery, and exceptional accommodations, every moment of this adventure is designed for wonder and comfort.

Highlights

Fly directly into Uganda’s prime safari regions

Track endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi

Optional encounters with tree-climbing lions in Ishasha

Chimpanzee trekking in the sunken Kyambura Gorge

Stay at premier luxury lodges

Guide Price

From $3,252 per person

Includes all transfers and domestic flights

Itinerary Details

DAY 1

Fly to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

• Morning: Scheduled flight from Entebbe/Kajjansi to Kisoro or Kihihi Airstrip.

• Afternoon: Scenic transfer to your luxury lodge. Lunch and relaxation in Bwindi’s forest setting.

• Evening: Orientation and dinner at your lodge. Overnight at Bwindi Lodge, Mahogany Springs, or Buhoma Lodge.

DAY 2

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

• Early Morning: Breakfast followed by a trekking briefing with UWA rangers.

• Morning: Gorilla trekking adventure through dense rainforest. Spend one magical hour with a gorilla family. Return to lodge for lunch and optional community or nature walks.

• Evening: Dinner and overnight at the same lodge.

DAY 3

Bwindi to Queen Elizabeth National Park

• Morning: Breakfast and check-out. Drive through scenic Ishasha, optionally spotting tree-climbing lions.

• Afternoon: Arrive at your Queen Elizabeth lodge, settle in, and enjoy a relaxing lunch.

• Evening: Optional game drive across the savannah. Overnight at Kyambura Gorge Lodge, Mweya Safari Lodge, or Elephant Plains Lodge.

DAY 4

Chimpanzee Tracking & Flight Back to Entebbe

• Early Morning: Breakfast and guided chimpanzee tracking through the sunken Kyambura Gorge.

• Late Morning: Rest and checkout from the lodge.

• Afternoon: Transfer to Kasese Airstrip for return flight to Entebbe.

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We design high-quality, immersive experiences that prioritize both comfort and authenticity. Our pricing reflects the full value of the trip, covering most major costs upfront on a per-person basis—including accommodations, ground transfers, and guided activities. Some trips may also include domestic flights. This way, you can focus on the experience, not the logistics.

Includes

• Domestic flights

• Ground transfers in Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth NP

• Accommodation on a luxury full-board basis

• Game drives and guided activities as per itinerary

• Boat safari on the Kazinga Channel

Excludes

• International flights

• Gorilla trekking permits ($800 per person)

• Chimpanzee tracking permits ($250 per person)

• Visa fees for Uganda

• Optional activities not mentioned

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