Discover Uganda on our top best 8 Days Private Big 5, Primates Budget Safari from Entebe. Track rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, explore Murchison Falls National Park, search for chimps in Kibale National Park, enjoy Queen Elizabeth’s Big 5 game drives, and end with unforgettable gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrabe Forest. Includes permits, park fees, and guided experiences at pocket-friendly comfort.
8 Days Private Big 5, Primates Budget Safari from Entebe in Uganda (2026 - 2027) Tour Summary
Tour Features for 8 Days Private Big 5, Primates Budget Safari from Entebe in Uganda (2026 - 2027)
Standard of tour
Budget: This tour uses budget camping
Tour style
Private: This tour is arranged solely for you and will not be shared with others
Customizable Tour
Feel free to request minor Changes to suit your preferences
Suitable for all travelers
Best for the year : 2026, 2027, 2028, and +
Activities and Transportation: 8 Days Private Big 5, Primates Budget Safari from Entebe in Uganda (2026 - 2027)
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Activities: Game drives,Boat trip,Nature hikes/walks,Gorilla trekking (at least one gorilla permit must be included),Chimp trekking (all chimp permits must be included),
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Getting around: Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle,Walking (on walking safaris or multi-day hikes),Boat,
8 Days Private Big 5, Primates Budget Safari from Entebe in Uganda (2026 - 2027) Tour details
Arrival in Entebbe
Arrive at Entebbe International Airport, where you’re safari adventure begins. Meet you’re friendly guide and transfer to you’re hotel for check-in. Take time to unwind after you’re journey with serene views of Lake Victoria, or enjoy a leisurely stroll in the lush tropical gardens as you adjust to Uganda’s warm hospitality and calm atmosphere.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe
- Accommodation:
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Via Via Entebbe
- Meals & Drinks:
Rhino Tracking & Transfer to Murchison Falls
After breakfast, drive north toward Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place in Uganda where rhinos roam freely in their natural habitat. Embark on a guided walking safari to observe these endangered giants up close as they graze peacefully in the savannah. After a hearty lunch in Masindi, continue you’re journey to Murchison Falls National Park, crossing scenic landscapes before settling at you’re lodge along the majestic Nile River.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
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Fort Murchison Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Murchison Falls Game Drive & Boat Safari
Start the day with an early morning game drive on the northern bank of the Nile, exploring open savannahs teeming with wildlife. Spot lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and countless antelope species. After lunch, embark on a thrilling Nile River cruise to the base of Murchison Falls, passing pods of hippos and basking crocodiles. End the day atop the falls, where the Nile crashes through a narrow 7-meter gorge with breathtaking force and beauty.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
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Fort Murchison Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Scenic Drive to Kibale National Park via Fort Portal
Enjoy breakfast before setting off on a scenic journey south through lush countryside, tea plantations, and rolling hills dotted with villages. Arrive in the picturesque Fort Portal region, framed by the dramatic Rwenzori Mountains. In the afternoon, visit the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a guided nature walk known for primates, butterflies, and vibrant birdlife. Overnight near Kibale Forest, surrounded by tranquil sounds of nature.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park
- Accommodation:
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Kibale Forest Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Chimpanzee Trekking & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth NP
Rise early for an exciting chimpanzee trekking experience in Kibale Forest, one of Africa’s best places to see our closest relatives in the wild. Listen to their calls echoing through the trees as you encounter families swinging through the canopy. After lunch, travel toward Queen Elizabeth National Park, passing scenic crater lakes and the Rwenzori ranges. Arrive by evening for relaxation and a peaceful night at you’re lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
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Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Set out at dawn for a thrilling game drive across the Kasenyi Plains, where lions hunt among herds of Uganda kobs, elephants graze in the distance, and elusive leopards lurk in the shade. Return to your lodge for a hearty breakfast, then later enjoy a relaxing boat safari along the Kazinga Channel. The cruise reveals one of Africa’s densest concentrations of hippos, buffalo, and dazzling birdlife, creating unforgettable photographic moments.
- Main Destination:
- Kazinga Channel
- Accommodation:
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Chimpanzee Lodge Nyungwe
- Meals & Drinks:
Tree-Climbing Lions of Ishasha, Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Depart Queen Elizabeth National Park and journey south through the remote Ishasha sector, famous for its rare tree-climbing lions often seen lounging in fig trees. Keep you’re eyes open for elephants, topis, and other savannah wildlife. Continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that shelters nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas amid mist-shrouded hills.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Accommodation:
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Gorilla Hills Eco-Lodge Bwindi
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Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Today marks the pinnacle of you’re Ugandan adventure. After a detailed briefing, join expert rangers for an unforgettable trek deep into the misty forests of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Follow fresh tracks and sounds until you encounter a gorilla family in their natural habitat. Spend one magical hour observing their interactions, expressions, and social behaviors — a truly life-changing wildlife experience found nowhere else on Earth.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
- Accommodation:
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Gorilla Hills Eco-Lodge Bwindi
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Scenic Return to Entebbe
After breakfast, begin you’re journey back toward Entebbe, traveling through rolling hills, terraced farms, and charming roadside towns. Stop at the Equator line for memorable photos and a fun demonstration of the Coriolis effect. Savor you’re last views of Uganda’s countryside before arriving in Entebbe in the evening, where you can relax and reflect on you’re incredible adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe
- Accommodation:
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7 Seasons Hotel Entebbe
- Meals & Drinks:
Transfer to Airport
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast at you’re hotel before you’re transfer to Entebbe International Airport. Depending on you’re flight schedule, you may have time for souvenir shopping or a lakeside coffee stop. Bid farewell to Uganda — the Pearl of Africa — carrying with you lifelong memories of its wildlife, landscapes, and warm-hearted people.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport
- Meals & Drinks:
What's Included
- Park Entrance fees
- All Activities Mentioned
- Transport (4x4 Land Cruiser) with open roof
- Silver Accommodations
- Professional English-speaking safari guide
- Meals: Breakfast, Lunches, & dinner
- Drinks: 1.5 bottle of water per day; tea and coffee
- Hot Lunch / Lunch Box
- 18% VAT on tour fees & services
- Ranger Fees
- Gorilla Trekking Permits(1)
- Chimpanzee Trekking Permits(1)
- Airport Pick Up
- Airport Drop off
What's Not Included
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Travel & Medical insurance
- Visa Cost
- Items of personal nature
- Laundry Services
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Mountain Crew Fees incl. Porters, Chef, & Waiter
- Tip / Gratitude(10)
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