10 Days Classic Uganda

10 Days Classic Uganda

Duration
10 Days, 9 Nights
Price from
$13,383 per person
Routing
Entebbe, Virunga Volcanoes, Bwindi, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Entebbe, Depart

10 Days Classic Uganda - Safari Overview

Prepare for a journey that seamlessly blends the primeval mist of the highlands with the golden light of the savanna. Starting in the tranquil lakeside town of Entebbe, this expedition takes you into the heart of the Albertine Rift, where the dramatic peaks of the Virunga Volcanoes give way to the ancient, tangled canopy of Bwindi Impenetrable Forest—the ultimate sanctuary for the world's last mountain gorillas. After your deep-woods primate encounters, the scenery shifts to the sprawling plains and crater lakes of Queen Elizabeth National Park for a classic big-game finish, before circling back to Entebbe for your departure. It’s an itinerary designed for those who want the full "Pearl of Africa" experience, covering everything from volcanic skylines to the legendary tree-climbing lions.


Trip Itinerary

Day 1 Entebbe airport - Virunga Volcanoes - Mount Gahinga Lodge

Arrive at Entebbe airport where a staff representative will assist you with the check-in and transfer to your domestic flight to Kisoro which departs at 7am. Upon arrival at Kisoro you will be welcomed by your expert guide who will provide knowledge and assistance throughout your journey. The lodge is located at the foot of the Virunga Volcanoes and near the entrance to the national park. Enjoy your pre-dinner cocktails on the terrace with stunning views of the Volcanoes or warm yourself inside by the cosy fire. Overnight at Mount Gahinga Lodge. Meal Plan: (lunch, dinner)

Staying at Mount Gahinga Lodge |  Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Mount Gahinga Lodge
Mount Gahinga Lodge

Day 2 Virunga Volcanoes - Mount Gahinga Lodge

After enjoying an early breakfast, you set off gorilla tracking. Trekking through the steep, densely forested hills and then finally coming across the gorillas camouflaged in the vegetation is an inspiring and privileged moment. After a climb of between one and three hours the moment you find the gorillas camouflaged in the vegetation is an inspiring and privileged one. You will spend one hour in the company of the majestic and gentle mountain gorillas before returning to the lodge in time for a late lunch. Gorilla trekking requires stamina and can sometimes take a full day, especially if it is wet and muddy. Later in the afternoon visit the Gahinga Batwa Village and experience the culture and history of one of Africa’s oldest tribes. On your tour, you will visit their new village and community centre and will participate to the Batwa Heritage Tour to gain insight into their traditional life as hunter gatherers in the forest. Overnight at Mount Gahinga Lodge. Meal Plan: (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Staying at Mount Gahinga Lodge |  Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Mount Gahinga Lodge
Mount Gahinga Lodge

Day 3 Virunga Volcanoes - Mount Gahinga Lodge

A relaxed morning during which you can track the rare golden monkeys through the bamboo forests of the mountains. The monkeys travel in large groups and are as energetic as they are photogenic, often seen playing in the high branches or foraging on the ground for bamboo shoots. If time allows, you can visit the Batwa Vocational Center and or hike the Gisozi caldera in the afternoon. The lodge has beautiful terraced gardens where you can choose to sit and relax while enjoying afternoon drinks and canapes. Overnight at Mount Gahinga Lodge. Meal Plan: (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Staying at Mount Gahinga Lodge |  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Mount Gahinga Lodge
Mount Gahinga Lodge

Day 4 Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge

After an early breakfast transfer from Gahinga Lodge to Kisoro airstrip. Fly to Kihihi and transfer to Bwindi Lodge. Spend the day relaxing at the lodge and exploring the walks in the gardens along the stream, have a signature ‘Rungu’ massage in the Bwindi Humula Forest Spa, and enjoy a demonstration of our local tea processing cooperative. Enjoy pre-dinner cocktails on the veranda that overlooks our namesake forest with the calls of more than 150 bird species echoing in the distance. Driving time approximately 2 to 3 hours. Flying time 20 minutes. Overnight at Bwindi Lodge. Meal Plan: (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Staying at Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge |  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge
Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge

Day 5 Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge

After enjoying an early breakfast, you set off gorilla tracking. Trekking through the steep, densely forested hills and then finally coming across the gorillas camouflaged in the vegetation is an inspiring and privileged moment. Tracking in the Bwindi forest can be steep and requires stamina as some gorilla families can be more elusive, and tracking can take a full day, especially if it is wet and muddy. Visit the award-winning Bwindi Bar on the way back to the lodge after your gorilla trek and celebrate with the signature Gorillini cocktail! Bwindi Bar provides hospitality training to young disadvantaged youth from the neighboring communities. Overnight at Bwindi Lodge (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Staying at Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge |  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge
Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge

Day 6 Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge

Take a guided walk in the rainforest to a beautiful waterfall. Visit a local village and learn about community life. Visit the Bwindi Community Hospital. Visit Conservation Through Public Health to learn about their gorilla conservation programs. Enjoy a demonstration of our local tea processing cooperative at Bwindi Lodge. Enjoy a guided birding walk along the Munyanga River Trail Overnight at Bwindi Lodge. Meal Plan: (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Staying at Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge |  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge
Volcanoes Bwindi Safari Lodge

Day 7 Queen Elizabeth National Park - Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Your safari now continues to Kyambura Gorge Lodge. Travelling via Ishasha you can observe the unusual behaviors exhibited by the tree-climbing lions. The journey through the rapidly changing landscape takes you through Queen Elizabeth National Park and to Kyambura Gorge Lodge. In the afternoon you can visit the Kyambura Gorge wildlife buffer zone and plant a tree seedling. See how coffee is grown and then processed by hand by the Kyambura Women’s Coffee Cooperative. Walk back to the lodge through the Kyambura wetland reclamation project. Enjoy pre-dinner drinks on the veranda overlooking the savannah plains with the magnificent Rwenzori Mountains on the horizon. Overnight at Kyambura Gorge Lodge. Meal Plan: (Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Staying at Kyambura Gorge Lodge |  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kyambura Gorge Lodge
Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Day 8 Queen Elizabeth National Park - Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Enjoy an early breakfast and set out for a morning game drive for the best wildlife viewings in the park. Depending on the season the wildlife seen varies. The Kasenyi plains are excellent for sighting lion and large herds of Uganda kob. The Mweya peninsula is one of the best places to look for leopard, which live in the dense, scrubby thickets. After lunch, you will walk from the lodge directly down into Kyambura Gorge, to search for the ‘Lost Chimpanzees of Kyambura’. The gorge is an extraordinary natural environment and forms a stark contrast to the surrounding grasslands. Here you can track one of our closest animal relatives: the chimpanzee. This group of isolated chimps are quite mobile and viewing can be unpredictable but the walk itself is exciting and enchanting. Overnight at Kyambura Gorge Lodge. Meal Plan: (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Staying at Kyambura Gorge Lodge |  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kyambura Gorge Lodge
Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Day 9 Queen Elizabeth National Park - Kyambura Gorge Lodge

After a bush breakfast overlooking the savannah will go for a second chimpanzee trek in Kyambura Gorge. In the afternoon take a cruise on the Kazinga Channel, which flows between Lakes Edward and George. Kazinga is home to one of the greatest concentration of hippo in Africa and herds of elephant, buffalo and other animals come to drink at the waters edge. The channel is a magnet for waterbirds, with great flocks of pelicans and others birds on the shore, and a great spot to see African fish eagle. After your boat cruise harvest honey with the Kyambura bee-keeping cooperative, see a performance from the Omumushaka Dance Group, and go on a gorge walk to see birds, monkeys and other wildlife around Kyambura Gorge Lodge. Overnight at Kyambura Gorge Lodge. Meal Plan: (breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Staying at Kyambura Gorge Lodge |  Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Kyambura Gorge Lodge
Kyambura Gorge Lodge

Day 10 Kasese airstrip – Entebbe International Airport

After breakfast at the lodge transfer to the Kasese airstrip. Leave with the morning or afternoon return flight to Entebbe and connect in time for your international flight. Driving time approximately 2 hours. Flying time 1 to 1.5 hours. Please book international flights departing after 8pm.

Meals: Breakfast

10 Days Classic Uganda - Price Overview


Rates Per Person (Season & Dates) Single Room Double Room Sharing
High Season:
1 Jun – 30 Sep & 15 Dec – 28 Feb 2026
(Minimum 2 people)
$21,450 $17,200
Low Season:
1 Oct – 14 Dec & 1 Mar – 31 May 2026
(Minimum 2 people)
$15,345 $13,383

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The Wildebeest Migration

A simple snapshot of the famous migration phenomenon.

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January

The herds are moving into the southern plains of the Serengeti, around Ndutu, Kusini, and Naabi. The short grasses here are rich in nutrients, preparing the females for calving.

February

This is the peak calving month. Hundreds of thousands of wildebeest calves are born, often within a few weeks of each other. This spectacle attracts a high concentration of predators, making it an excellent time for predator-prey sightings.

March

The calves are a few weeks old and growing quickly. The herds begin to spread out as they continue to graze on the southern plains, preparing for the long journey north.

April

The long rains begin, prompting the herds to start their movement northwest. They form long columns as they begin their trek through the central Serengeti.

May

The migration gathers momentum, with vast columns of wildebeest stretching for miles. The herds congregate in the Western Corridor, and the mating season, or "the rut," begins.

June

The dry season starts, and the wildebeest face their first major challenge: the Grumeti River. Thousands of animals must cross this crocodile-infested river, creating dramatic and intense encounters.

July

The herds continue their journey north, with many arriving in the northern Serengeti. The Grumeti River crossings are in full swing, and some of the first herds may begin to cross the even more treacherous Mara River.

August

This is one of the best months to witness the famous Mara River crossings. The herds are spread out across the northern Serengeti and the Maasai Mara, making multiple crossings back and forth over the river in search of greener pastures.

September

The river crossings continue, though the intensity may decrease. Large numbers of wildebeest are now grazing in the fertile plains of the Maasai Mara in Kenya.

October

As the dry season approaches its climax, the wildebeest start to slowly move back into the Serengeti from the Maasai Mara, heading east and south.

November

The short rains begin, signaling the herds to make a decisive move south towards the replenished plains of the eastern Serengeti. They make their way through the Lobo and Loliondo areas.

December

The wildebeest arrive back on the short-grass plains of the southern Serengeti and the Ngorongoro Conservation Area. They are widely dispersed, feeding on the fresh grass and getting ready for the next calving season.

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