This 14-day expedition blends high-altitude adventure with rich wildlife encounters. Scale the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains, track chimpanzees in Kibale, come face-to-face with gorillas in Bwindi, and spot the Big Five across Uganda’s national parks. This is Uganda’s most complete trekking and safari experience.
Overview
This 14-day expedition blends high-altitude adventure with rich wildlife encounters. Scale the snow-capped Rwenzori Mountains, track chimpanzees in Kibale, come face-to-face with gorillas in Bwindi, and spot the Big Five across Uganda’s national parks. This is Uganda’s most complete trekking and safari experience.
Safari Highlights
Rwenzori Mountains summit trek 🏔️
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest 🦍
Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park 🐒
Tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth NP 🦁
Batwa cultural experience 🎭
Boat safari on the Kazinga Channel ⛵
Destinations Covered
Entebbe
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Rwenzori Mountains National Park
Kibale National Park
Safari Highlights
Rwenzori Mountains summit trek 🏔️
Gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest 🦍
Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park 🐒
Tree-climbing lions in Queen Elizabeth NP 🦁
Batwa cultural experience 🎭
Boat safari on the Kazinga Channel ⛵
Destinations Covered
Entebbe
Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Rwenzori Mountains National Park
Kibale National Park
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Arrival in Entebbe | Transfer to Hotel
Meet your guide upon arrival and transfer to your hotel in Entebbe for briefing and overnight.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
day 1
Arrival in Entebbe | Transfer to Hotel
Meet your guide upon arrival and transfer to your hotel in Entebbe for briefing and overnight.
Day 2
Drive to Bwindi NP | Equator Stopover
Enjoy scenic transfer to Bwindi with a photo stop at the equator line in Masaka.
Overnight Options: Serengeti Kati Kati Camp | Seronera Wildlife Lodge | Serengeti Serena Lodge
day 2
Drive to Bwindi NP | Equator Stopover
Enjoy scenic transfer to Bwindi with a photo stop at the equator line in Masaka.
Day 3
Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Visit
Spend the day trekking the endangered mountain gorillas, then join the Batwa people for cultural storytelling and dance.
day 3
Gorilla Trekking & Batwa Cultural Visit
Spend the day trekking the endangered mountain gorillas, then join the Batwa people for cultural storytelling and dance.
Day 4
Tree-Climbing Lions | Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP
Spot tree-climbing lions in Ishasha before heading north to Queen Elizabeth for an evening game drive.
Overnight Options: Serengeti Kati Kati Camp | Seronera Wildlife Lodge | Serengeti Serena Lodge
day 4
Tree-Climbing Lions | Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP
Spot tree-climbing lions in Ishasha before heading north to Queen Elizabeth for an evening game drive.
Day 5
Morning Game Drive | Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Explore the savannah plains on a morning game drive and cruise the Kazinga Channel in the afternoon.
day 5
Morning Game Drive | Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Explore the savannah plains on a morning game drive and cruise the Kazinga Channel in the afternoon.
Day 6
Drive to Kasese | Gear Check | Start Rwenzori Trek
Transfer to Kasese, gear up and begin your hike from Mihunga Gate to Nyabitaba Hut (2651m).
Overnight Options: Serengeti Kati Kati Camp | Seronera Wildlife Lodge | Serengeti Serena Lodge
day 6
Drive to Kasese | Gear Check | Start Rwenzori Trek
Transfer to Kasese, gear up and begin your hike from Mihunga Gate to Nyabitaba Hut (2651m).
Day 7
Nyabitaba to John Matte Camp (3505m)
Traverse rainforest and bamboo slopes, cross bridges and bogs en route to John Matte Camp.
day 7
Nyabitaba to John Matte Camp (3505m)
Traverse rainforest and bamboo slopes, cross bridges and bogs en route to John Matte Camp.
Day 8
John Matte to Bujuku Camp (3962m)
Pass Bigo Bog and Bujuku Lake, climbing toward the shadow of Mt. Stanley and Mt. Baker.
Overnight Options: Serengeti Kati Kati Camp | Seronera Wildlife Lodge | Serengeti Serena Lodge
day 8
John Matte to Bujuku Camp (3962m)
Pass Bigo Bog and Bujuku Lake, climbing toward the shadow of Mt. Stanley and Mt. Baker.
Day 9
Bujuku to Elena Hut (4541m)
Hike up Groundsel Gully to Elena Hut, your base for the Margherita Peak summit climb.
day 9
Bujuku to Elena Hut (4541m)
Hike up Groundsel Gully to Elena Hut, your base for the Margherita Peak summit climb.
Day 10
Summit Margherita Peak (5109m) | Descend to Kitandara Camp
Attempt the summit early morning, then descend past glaciers and alpine meadows to Kitandara Lake.
Overnight Options: Serengeti Kati Kati Camp | Seronera Wildlife Lodge | Serengeti Serena Lodge
day 10
Summit Margherita Peak (5109m) | Descend to Kitandara Camp
Attempt the summit early morning, then descend past glaciers and alpine meadows to Kitandara Lake.
Day 11
Kitandara to Guy Yeoman Camp (3261m)
Cross Freshfield Pass with panoramic Congo views, then descend steeply to Guy Yeoman Camp.
day 11
Kitandara to Guy Yeoman Camp (3261m)
Cross Freshfield Pass with panoramic Congo views, then descend steeply to Guy Yeoman Camp.
Day 12
Descend to Nyabitaba | Mihunga Gate | Transfer to Fort Portal
Finish your Rwenzori descent and transfer to Fort Portal for rest and celebration.
Overnight Options: Serengeti Kati Kati Camp | Seronera Wildlife Lodge | Serengeti Serena Lodge
day 12
Descend to Nyabitaba | Mihunga Gate | Transfer to Fort Portal
Finish your Rwenzori descent and transfer to Fort Portal for rest and celebration.
Day 13
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale | Leisure Afternoon
Track chimpanzees in the rainforest. Return to your lodge to relax and recover from the trek.
day 13
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale | Leisure Afternoon
Track chimpanzees in the rainforest. Return to your lodge to relax and recover from the trek.
Day 14
Transfer to Entebbe | Departure
Enjoy breakfast, then drive to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.
Overnight Options: Serengeti Kati Kati Camp | Seronera Wildlife Lodge | Serengeti Serena Lodge
day 14
Transfer to Entebbe | Departure
Enjoy breakfast, then drive to Entebbe International Airport for your departure flight.
Accommodation Options
Choose your comfort level:
Budget:
Buhoma Community Rest Camp, Gorilla Friends Resort Lodge, Cycad Guest House
Mid-range:
Gorilla Mist Camp, The Bush Lodge, Mountain of the Moon Hotel
Upper Mid-range:
Rushaga Gorilla Havens, Imperial Heights Hotel, Fairway Hotel
Luxury:
Rushaga Gorilla Camp, Mweya Safari Lodge, Protea Hotel Entebbe
Accommodation Options
Budget: Buhoma Community Rest Camp, Gorilla Friends Resort Lodge, Cycad Guest House
Mid-range: Gorilla Mist Camp, The Bush Lodge, Mountain of the Moon Hotel
Upper Mid-range: Rushaga Gorilla Havens, Imperial Heights Hotel, Fairway Hotel
Luxury: Rushaga Gorilla Camp, Mweya Safari Lodge, Protea Hotel Entebbe