OVERVIEW

The Impressive Nile Charm & Mountain Gorillas adventure blends Uganda’s most iconic wildlife treasures — the mighty Nile River and the rare mountain gorillas of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. This package delivers a perfect mix of river magic, thrilling wildlife encounters, primate trekking, scenic drives, and lush rainforest exploration.Cruise the legendary Nile beneath Murchison Falls, track chimpanzees in Kibale’s primate capital, walk through crater lakes, and conclude with a life-changing mountain gorilla trek, one of the most emotional wildlife experiences on Earth. The itinerary is designed for nature lovers, wildlife photographers, and travelers seeking Uganda’s top highlights in one unforgettable journey.

DETAILED itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Entebbe – Transfer to Kampala
Arrive at Entebbe airport and transfer to your hotel. Optional city tour depending on arrival time.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Latitude 0 / Forest Cottages

Day 2: Kampala – Murchison Falls National Park
Drive north to Murchison Falls NP with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary (optional) for the rhino trek. Enter the park and visit the Top of the Falls for dramatic views of the Nile squeezing through a 7-meter gorge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Pakuba Safari Lodge / Murchison River Lodge

Day 3: Game Drive & Nile Boat Cruise
Enjoy a morning game drive in the northern savannah, home to giraffes, elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, and more.
In the afternoon, relax on a boat cruise along the Nile River toward the base of the falls — a paradise of hippos, crocodiles, and birds.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Transfer to Kibale Forest – Crater Lakes 
RegionDrive south through the Albertine Rift, with breathtaking views of the escarpment and tea estates. Optional short crater lake walk.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Turaco Treetops / Kibale Forest Camp

Day 5: Chimpanzee Trek – Bigodi Wetland Walk
Start with a morning trek to track Kibale’s wild chimpanzees. Spend an unforgettable hour observing feeding, grooming, and social behavior.
Afternoon community-guided walk in Bigodi, famous for monkeys and birdlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Travel to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Drive south through the rolling hills of southwestern Uganda toward Bwindi — the world-renowned home of the mountain gorillas.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Bakiga Lodge / Gorilla Mist

Day 7: Gorilla Trekking – Bwindi Forest
Begin with a briefing before entering the ancient forest to track a mountain gorilla family. Spend one powerful hour observing them — a moment filled with emotion, awe, and connection.
return to your lodge for relaxation.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 8: Departure to Kampala/Entebbe
Return by road or take an optional domestic flight from Kihihi/Kisoro to Entebbe.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

 BEST TIME TO GO

All Year Round

 INCLUDED

Professional guide(s)
Accommodation (type and quality)
Meals (if applicable)
Park fees / entry permits
Equipment (if any)
Transport (if provided)

 ADDTIONAL NOTES

What to Bring
Trekking boots
Hiking gloves
Long-sleeved clothing
Rain jacket
Insect repellent
Camera & binoculars
Refillable water bottle
This package gives you the best of Uganda — river wonders, rainforest primates, breathtaking landscapes, and the unforgettable face-to-face encounter with mountain gorillas.