Start your journey north with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided walking safari to meet Uganda’s white rhinos on foot. Afterward, continue to Murchison Falls National Park—the crown jewel of Uganda’s northern savannah.

Spend the morning on a boat ride to the Nile Delta, a haven for the rare Shoebill stork. After a bush breakfast on the riverbanks, enjoy a game drive searching for elephants, lions, and giraffes. The day culminates with a private cruise to the base of Murchison Falls to witness the Nile squeezing through a tiny gorge.

Visit the top of Murchison Falls for a breathtaking view before boarding a flight from Bugungu Airstrip to Kasese. Your guide will meet you and drive you through rolling tea estates into the heart of Kibale Forest National Park.

Go deeper than the standard trek with a Chimpanzee Habituation Experience, spending more time observing the social dynamics of our closest relatives. In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Swamp for birding and a visit to a local traditional healer.

Drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Cross the equator and explore the park’s diverse ecosystems, from crater lakes to lush savannahs. An evening game drive offers your first chance to spot leopards and lions against the backdrop of the Rwenzori Mountains.

Awake early for a morning game drive to catch predators on the hunt. In the afternoon, enjoy an exclusive private boat ride on the Kazinga Channel, home to one of the world’s highest concentrations of hippos and diverse birdlife.

Head to the Ishasha sector to search for the famous tree-climbing lions. Afterward, we take the luxury route: a short drive to the airstrip for your flight to Kisoro. From there, a 1.5-hour scenic drive through the mountains brings you to your home in the clouds—Orugano Bwindi Lodge.

Today is the day. After a fortifying breakfast by Chef Herbert, head into the misty slopes of Bwindi for your Gorilla Trekking adventure. Spend a life-changing hour with the mountain gorillas before returning to the lodge for a celebratory dinner and forest views.

No 10-Day Luxury Uganda Safari is complete without the life-changing experience of meeting the mountain gorillas in their natural habitat.

After a final breakfast at Orugano Bwindi Lodge, you have two premium options for your journey home:

• Option A: The Shoebill & Entebbe Flight
  Take a scenic flight from Kisoro back to Entebbe. Upon arrival, head to the Mabamba Swamp for a private boat excursion to find the prehistoric Shoebill Stork—one of Africa’s most sought-after birds. Enjoy a final “farewell dinner” and use of a day-room before your late-night international departure.
• Option B: The Scenic Drive to Kigali (Rwanda)
  Prefer a road trip? Enjoy a beautiful 4-hour drive across the border into Rwanda. The “Land of a Thousand Hills” offers a stunning backdrop as you head to Kigali International Airport for your evening flight. This is often the most time-efficient route for those heading back to Europe or the Middle East.