1. Do I need to be physically fit for this safari?

A moderate level of fitness is recommended, especially for gorilla trekking and chimpanzee tracking, which involve walking through forest terrain. The pace is manageable and guided throughout.

2. What is the best time of year to take this safari?

Uganda can be visited all year round. Dry seasons are ideal for trekking and game viewing, while rainy seasons offer fewer crowds and excellent birdwatching.

3. What type of accommodation is used on this safari?

The safari includes carefully selected comfortable lodges and camps that offer excellent service, great locations, and a relaxing atmosphere close to nature.

4. What should I pack for this safari?

We recommend comfortable walking shoes, long-sleeved clothing for trekking, a light rain jacket, insect repellent, sunscreen, a hat, and a camera. Warm layers are useful for early mornings and evenings.

7 Days Fly-in Gorilla & Wildlife safari

This fly-in safari is designed for travelers who want a premium experience of Uganda, from mist-covered rainforests and tranquil crater lakes to open savannahs teeming with wildlife. Traveling by light aircraft, you will enjoy spectacular aerial views while minimizing long road journeys, allowing more time for exploration, relaxation, and unforgettable encounters.

The journey brings together mountain gorilla trekking, chimpanzee tracking, authentic Batwa cultural immersion, and classic wildlife safaris in one seamless itinerary. Whether experienced as a stand-alone adventure or combined with a beach, hiking, or multi-country East African holiday, this safari offers a rich and deeply rewarding travel experience.

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This fly-in safari is designed for travelers who want to experience Uganda at its very best, from mist-covered rainforests and tranquil crater lakes to open savannahs teeming with wildlife. Traveling by light aircraft, you will enjoy spectacular aerial views while minimizing long road journeys, allowing more time for exploration, relaxation, and unforgettable encounters.

Highlights

Come face to face with mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, one of the most powerful and unforgettable wildlife encounters on earth.
Enjoy scenic fly-in safaris and classic game viewing, combining aerial views, chimpanzee tracking, and Big Game encounters in Queen Elizabeth National Park.

Day 01 :

Arrival in Entebbe

Your Ugandan adventure begins on arrival at Entebbe International Airport, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Spend the evening relaxing and preparing for the exciting journey ahead.
Overnight: Entebbe
Meals: Dinner

Day 02 :

Scenic Flight to Kisoro – Lake Mutanda

After an early breakfast, transfer for a morning flight to Kisoro Airstrip. Fly low over Uganda’s countryside, enjoying breathtaking views of lakes, hills, and forests. On arrival, transfer to the beautiful Lake Mutanda for a peaceful canoe excursion. The afternoon is spent relaxing at the lodge, surrounded by volcanic landscapes and calm waters.
Overnight: Lake Mutanda area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 03 :

Gorilla Trekking Experience

Today offers one of Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife encounters. After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before trekking into Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. The walk through dense forest leads to a face-to-face encounter with a mountain gorilla family, where you will spend unforgettable moments observing their behavior in the wild.
Overnight: Bwindi area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 04 :

Batwa Cultural Encounter

After breakfast, enjoy a deeply enriching visit with the Batwa community, the original inhabitants of the forest. Learn about their traditional way of life through storytelling, music, dance, forest walks, and demonstrations of ancient survival skills. The afternoon is free for rest and reflection at your lodge.
Overnight: Bwindi area
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 05 :

Fly to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Chimpanzee Tracking

Following breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Queen Elizabeth National Park. On arrival, continue to Kyambura Gorge, a lush valley where you will track chimpanzees in their natural habitat. Later, transfer to your lodge for a relaxing evening in the savannah.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 06 :

Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Begin the day with a sunrise game drive, searching for elephants, lions, buffaloes, antelopes, and other wildlife. In the afternoon, embark on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, one of Uganda’s richest wildlife corridors, famous for hippos, crocodiles, and diverse bird species.
Overnight: Queen Elizabeth National Park
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 07 :

Fly Back to Entebbe & Departure

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your final scenic flight back to Entebbe. Upon arrival, connect to your international departure, bringing your fly-in safari to a memorable close.
Meals: Breakfast

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7 Days Fly-in Gorilla & Wildlife safari

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