12 Days Gorilla And Big Game Safari

7 DAYS - 6 NIGHTS
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The 12 Days Gorilla and Big Game Safari is an extensive adventure through Uganda’s diverse landscapes and rich wildlife habitats. Over the course of 12 days, you’ll embark on thrilling game drives in Murchison Falls, Queen Elizabeth, and Lake Mburo National Parks, encountering iconic African wildlife such as lions, elephants, and giraffes. You’ll also have the unforgettable opportunity to trek through the dense forests of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park to observe endangered mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

Additionally, boat safaris along the Nile River and the Kazinga Channel offer close encounters with hippos, crocodiles, and a variety of bird species. Cultural encounters with local communities and scenic landscapes complete this immersive safari experience, leaving you with lasting memories of Uganda’s natural beauty and wildlife diversity.

DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION Entebbe International Airport
DEPARTURE TIME Please arrive at least 2 hours before the flight.
INCLUDED
Airfare Accommodations
7 days cruise Professional guide
NOT INCLUDED
Soft Drinks
International flights
Travel Insurance

This safari concludes with unforgettable memories of Uganda’s rich wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and close encounters with mountain gorillas. The 12 Days Gorilla and Big Game Safari offers the perfect balance of adventure, comfort, and discovery. Travel with Tujje Safaris and experience Uganda at its finest through a well-crafted and truly memorable safari journey.

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Day 1: Drive to Murchison Falls National Park via the top of the Falls

Depart at 7:00 am for Murchison Falls. Along the way, you’ll stop for lunch. After lunch, proceed to the park passing via the top of Murchison Falls. Enjoy the beautiful sights of the powerful falls. If time allows, head out for an evening game drive in search of lions, leopards and other nocturnal mammals. You’ll be driven to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. 

  • Meal plan: Lunch and Dinner
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Day 2: Morning Game Drive & Afternoon boat cruise

After breakfast, enjoy a morning game drive in the Northern Sector of Murchison Falls. Look out for night dwellers including the leopards, lions and hyenas which with a little luck, we will get to see before they retreat into the thickest shade as the afternoon sun heats up. After your lunch break, we are to head out for a cruise to the bottom of Murchison Falls. Enjoy the sights of aquatic wildlife such as hippos, crocodiles and aquatic birds and the beautiful view of the waterfalls. 
After the long day, we return to the lodge to rest for the night.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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Day 3: Transfer to Fort Portal

After breakfast, we start the 7-hour drive to the beautiful town of Fort Portal. You will arrive in the late afternoon hours and settle in at the lodge for the night’s stay.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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Day 4:Transfer to Queen Elizabeth Park for an Evening Game Drive

After your breakfast, we immediately head out on a 3-hour drive to Queen Elizabeth Park arriving in time for lunch. Thereafter, drive through the savannah grasslands as the backdrop of the sun setting against the Rwenzori Mountain ranges affords you a spectacular sunset. 
Animals to look out for include elephants, buffalos and antelopes among others. Arrive at the lodge at sunset and settle in for dinner and the night.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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Day 5:Morning game drive and afternoon boat cruise

Wake up to the sound of the wilderness and embark on an early morning game drive. Look out for the leopards, buffaloes, antelopes and lions among other big game that inhabit the Mweya Peninsula. Also, look out for the smaller wildlife, especially the banded mongoose troops in this area. Return to the lodge for lunch then set off for a boat cruise along the beautiful Kazinga Channel. The channel is teeming with aquatic wildlife like crocodiles and various bird species that flock to this area. 
Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
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Day 6: Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park for an evening game drive

Arise early for your departure. Drive for 4 – 5 hours and arrive in the afternoon. Rest a bit, and head out for an evening game drive through the savannah grasslands of the park in search of animals like leopards and other game animals.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

 

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Day 7: Optional Guided Walk Safari & Drive to Entebbe

After breakfast, we’ll opt to see some Zebras and giraffes while on a guided walk. Thereafter enjoy a 4 – 5 hour drive back to Entebbe where we will arrive in the early afternoon hours. 
Accommodation: No accommodation

  • Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

 

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