Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi, Uganda
7 Day Murchison, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Gorilla Safari
The Nile thunders through a seven metre gap, then the forest takes over. A full Uganda circuit on a budget that still ends with gorillas.
7 Days 6 NightsGorilla and Chimp PermitsApril, May, NovemberBudget
From USD 2,943 per person sharing
The short answer
What is the 7 Day Murchison, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Gorilla Safari?
It is a 7 day, 6 night road safari from Kampala or Entebbe around western Uganda. You watch big game and the Nile falls at Murchison Falls, track chimpanzees in Kibale, search for tree climbing lions at Ishasha in Queen Elizabeth, and finish with one hour among mountain gorillas in Bwindi. The price of USD 2,943 per person sharing includes the gorilla trekking permit, the Kibale chimpanzee permit, 4x4 vehicle, driver and guide, half board lodging, drinking water, road lunches and a surprise souvenir. It runs in the UWA low season months of April, May and November, when a gorilla permit costs USD 600 instead of USD 800.
Why you will love it
Highlights of your Uganda circuit
Murchison Falls
Giraffes and elephants on the plains, then the mighty Nile forced through a rock gap and into a roaring drop.
Chimpanzees in Kibale
Follow the calls through the canopy and watch our closest relatives feed, groom and play.
Queen Elizabeth and Ishasha
Savannah wildlife and a chance at tree climbing lions resting in fig trees.
Gorillas in Bwindi
One hour with a mountain gorilla family, the finale of the whole journey.
The story
The Nile, the forest and the gorillas
You begin where the longest river in Africa tears itself through solid rock. Giraffes watch from the plains. Days later you are in the mist of Bwindi, a silverback calmly returning your gaze. Between those two moments lie chimpanzees in the canopy and lions in the fig trees. Seven days, one road, and a story that gets better each time you tell it. Low season gives you quieter parks and a gentler price.
At a glance
Your four parks
| Park | Main experience | Days | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murchison Falls | Game drive, Nile and falls | 1 and 2 | Red Chilli Rest Camp |
| Kibale | Chimpanzee tracking | 3 and 4 | Kibale Forest Camp |
| Queen Elizabeth | Savannah, Ishasha lions | 4 and 5 | Simba Safari Lodge |
| Bwindi | Gorilla trekking | 5 to 7 | Gorilla Haven's Lodge or similar |
Price
Simple pricing, no surprises
7 Day Murchison, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Gorilla Safari
USD 2,943per person sharing, by road from Kampala or Entebbe
Gorilla permit (USD 600) and chimpanzee permit included. Single supplement on request. Dates must fall in April, May or November.
Day by day
Your 7 day itinerary
Day 1 Kampala or Entebbe to Murchison Falls
Leave early with your driver guide and head north through Luweero and Masindi, with lunch on the road. Cross into Murchison Falls National Park by afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Red Chilli Rest Camp. The drive is about 5 to 6 hours.
Day 2 Game drive and the Nile to the falls
Rise early for a game drive across the northern savannah, where giraffes, elephants, buffalo and lions roam. In the afternoon, travel along the Nile towards the falls, where the river squeezes through a narrow rock gap and drops about 43 metres. Second night at Red Chilli Rest Camp.
Day 3 Murchison Falls to Kibale
A long scenic drive west through Hoima and Fort Portal, about 6 to 7 hours with lunch on the way. Arrive among the tea hills of Kibale. Dinner and overnight at Kibale Forest Camp.
Day 4 Chimpanzee tracking, then Queen Elizabeth
Meet your ranger at dawn and track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, home to about 1,500 of them. Spend an hour with them once found, then drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Dinner and overnight at Simba Safari Lodge.
Day 5 Ishasha and the road to Bwindi
Drive south to the Ishasha sector, famous for tree climbing lions, and look for them resting in fig trees. Continue to Bwindi by evening. Overnight at Gorilla Haven's Lodge or similar, half board.
Day 6 Gorilla trekking in Bwindi
Breakfast, ranger briefing and your trek into the forest to spend one hour with a mountain gorilla family. Return to the lodge to rest and share the day with your guide. Second night in Bwindi.
Day 7 Return to Kampala or Entebbe
After breakfast, drive back through Mbarara and Masaka with lunch en route. Arrive in Kampala or Entebbe in the evening. The drive is about 8 to 10 hours.
What you get
Included and not included
Included
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Chimpanzee tracking permit, Kibale
- 6 nights lodging, half board
- 4x4 vehicle with fuel
- Driver and guide for all 7 days
- Lunches on the road and drinking water
- Surprise souvenir from us
Not included
- International flights
- Uganda visa and travel insurance
- Tips for rangers, guides and porters
- Optional porter hire
- Personal items and extra drinks
- Park entry, game drive and boat fees not listed, confirmed at booking
Where you stay
Comfortable lodges in every park
Murchison Falls, 2 nights
Red Chilli Rest Camp, half board, with a lively camp atmosphere.
Kibale, 1 night
Kibale Forest Camp, half board, close to the chimpanzee trails.
Queen Elizabeth, 1 night
Simba Safari Lodge, half board, in the heart of the savannah.
Bwindi, 2 nights
Gorilla Haven's Lodge or similar, half board, near the gorilla trailheads.
Gallery
Wild Uganda in seven days
Travel with confidence
A licensed Ugandan operator behind every step
Licensed
Wander and Wonder Uganda Limited, Uganda Tourism Board licence UTB/RTT/TO/2026/102597.
Real people
Samuel Ojok, our Managing Director in the UK, Fassie Adyero, Chief Operations Officer in Uganda, and Brian Ogenrwot, Tour Consultant.
Your time zone
Call or WhatsApp the UK line from Europe, Canada and the USA and we answer quickly.
Before you go
Travelling in April, May and November
The weather
Green, wetter months. Mornings are often clear, roads and trails are muddier, and parks are quiet. The falls run strong.
What to pack
Waterproof jacket, hiking boots, gaiters, gloves, long sleeves and trousers, insect repellent, binoculars and a daypack with a rain cover.
Fitness and age
Moderate fitness helps on steep, slippery trails. Porters are available. Gorilla trekking starts at age 15.
Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
What is included in a 7 day Uganda gorilla safari with Murchison Falls?
The USD 2,943 price per person sharing includes the gorilla trekking permit, the Kibale chimpanzee permit, 6 nights half board lodging, a 4x4 vehicle, driver guide, road lunches, drinking water and a surprise souvenir.
How much do gorilla and chimpanzee permits cost in Uganda in low season?
In the UWA low season months of April, May and November, gorilla permits cost USD 600 and Kibale chimpanzee permits cost USD 200 for foreign non resident visitors. Both are included in this package.
Which months are low season in Uganda?
April, May and November are the discounted permit months. They are green and quiet, with muddier trails and fewer visitors.
What will I see at Murchison Falls National Park?
Giraffes, elephants, buffalo, lions, hippos and crocodiles along the Nile, plus the falls where the river is forced through a narrow gap before dropping about 43 metres.
Can you see tree climbing lions on this safari?
Day 5 passes through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for tree climbing lions. Sightings are never guaranteed, but our guides know where to look.
How long do you spend with chimpanzees and gorillas?
Usually one hour with the chimpanzees in Kibale and one hour with the gorillas in Bwindi, once the groups are found.
Is Uganda cheaper than Rwanda for gorilla trekking?
Yes. Rwanda gorilla permits cost USD 1,500, while Uganda permits cost USD 800, or USD 600 in low season. Uganda also adds chimpanzees, big game and the Nile falls to the same trip.
How do I book?
Press Reserve my permit to email bookings@wanderandwonderug.com with this package prefilled, or message +44 7826 805254 on WhatsApp. Permit dates are fixed once bought.
Enquire
Tell us when you want to go
The Nile, the forest and the gorillas are waiting
Low season permits are limited and dates are fixed once bought. Reserve yours today.
Email bookingsWhatsApp +44 7826 805254Murchison Falls, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Bwindi, Uganda
7 Day Murchison, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Gorilla Safari
The Nile thunders through a seven metre gap, then the forest takes over. A full Uganda circuit on a budget that still ends with gorillas.
7 Days 6 NightsGorilla and Chimp PermitsApril, May, NovemberBudget
From USD 2,943 per person sharing
The short answer
What is the 7 Day Murchison, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Gorilla Safari?
It is a 7 day, 6 night road safari from Kampala or Entebbe around western Uganda. You watch big game and the Nile falls at Murchison Falls, track chimpanzees in Kibale, search for tree climbing lions at Ishasha in Queen Elizabeth, and finish with one hour among mountain gorillas in Bwindi. The price of USD 2,943 per person sharing includes the gorilla trekking permit, the Kibale chimpanzee permit, 4x4 vehicle, driver and guide, half board lodging, drinking water, road lunches and a surprise souvenir. It runs in the UWA low season months of April, May and November, when a gorilla permit costs USD 600 instead of USD 800.
Why you will love it
Highlights of your Uganda circuit
Murchison Falls
Giraffes and elephants on the plains, then the mighty Nile forced through a rock gap and into a roaring drop.
Chimpanzees in Kibale
Follow the calls through the canopy and watch our closest relatives feed, groom and play.
Queen Elizabeth and Ishasha
Savannah wildlife and a chance at tree climbing lions resting in fig trees.
Gorillas in Bwindi
One hour with a mountain gorilla family, the finale of the whole journey.
The story
The Nile, the forest and the gorillas
You begin where the longest river in Africa tears itself through solid rock. Giraffes watch from the plains. Days later you are in the mist of Bwindi, a silverback calmly returning your gaze. Between those two moments lie chimpanzees in the canopy and lions in the fig trees. Seven days, one road, and a story that gets better each time you tell it. Low season gives you quieter parks and a gentler price.
At a glance
Your four parks
| Park | Main experience | Days | Overnight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Murchison Falls | Game drive, Nile and falls | 1 and 2 | Red Chilli Rest Camp |
| Kibale | Chimpanzee tracking | 3 and 4 | Kibale Forest Camp |
| Queen Elizabeth | Savannah, Ishasha lions | 4 and 5 | Simba Safari Lodge |
| Bwindi | Gorilla trekking | 5 to 7 | Gorilla Haven's Lodge or similar |
Price
Simple pricing, no surprises
7 Day Murchison, Kibale, Queen Elizabeth and Gorilla Safari
USD 2,943per person sharing, by road from Kampala or Entebbe
Gorilla permit (USD 600) and chimpanzee permit included. Single supplement on request. Dates must fall in April, May or November.
Day by day
Your 7 day itinerary
Day 1 Kampala or Entebbe to Murchison Falls
Leave early with your driver guide and head north through Luweero and Masindi, with lunch on the road. Cross into Murchison Falls National Park by afternoon. Dinner and overnight at Red Chilli Rest Camp. The drive is about 5 to 6 hours.
Day 2 Game drive and the Nile to the falls
Rise early for a game drive across the northern savannah, where giraffes, elephants, buffalo and lions roam. In the afternoon, travel along the Nile towards the falls, where the river squeezes through a narrow rock gap and drops about 43 metres. Second night at Red Chilli Rest Camp.
Day 3 Murchison Falls to Kibale
A long scenic drive west through Hoima and Fort Portal, about 6 to 7 hours with lunch on the way. Arrive among the tea hills of Kibale. Dinner and overnight at Kibale Forest Camp.
Day 4 Chimpanzee tracking, then Queen Elizabeth
Meet your ranger at dawn and track chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, home to about 1,500 of them. Spend an hour with them once found, then drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park. Dinner and overnight at Simba Safari Lodge.
Day 5 Ishasha and the road to Bwindi
Drive south to the Ishasha sector, famous for tree climbing lions, and look for them resting in fig trees. Continue to Bwindi by evening. Overnight at Gorilla Haven's Lodge or similar, half board.
Day 6 Gorilla trekking in Bwindi
Breakfast, ranger briefing and your trek into the forest to spend one hour with a mountain gorilla family. Return to the lodge to rest and share the day with your guide. Second night in Bwindi.
Day 7 Return to Kampala or Entebbe
After breakfast, drive back through Mbarara and Masaka with lunch en route. Arrive in Kampala or Entebbe in the evening. The drive is about 8 to 10 hours.
What you get
Included and not included
Included
- Gorilla trekking permit
- Chimpanzee tracking permit, Kibale
- 6 nights lodging, half board
- 4x4 vehicle with fuel
- Driver and guide for all 7 days
- Lunches on the road and drinking water
- Surprise souvenir from us
Not included
- International flights
- Uganda visa and travel insurance
- Tips for rangers, guides and porters
- Optional porter hire
- Personal items and extra drinks
- Park entry, game drive and boat fees not listed, confirmed at booking
Where you stay
Comfortable lodges in every park
Murchison Falls, 2 nights
Red Chilli Rest Camp, half board, with a lively camp atmosphere.
Kibale, 1 night
Kibale Forest Camp, half board, close to the chimpanzee trails.
Queen Elizabeth, 1 night
Simba Safari Lodge, half board, in the heart of the savannah.
Bwindi, 2 nights
Gorilla Haven's Lodge or similar, half board, near the gorilla trailheads.
Gallery
Wild Uganda in seven days
Travel with confidence
A licensed Ugandan operator behind every step
Licensed
Wander and Wonder Uganda Limited, Uganda Tourism Board licence UTB/RTT/TO/2026/102597.
Real people
Samuel Ojok, our Managing Director in the UK, Fassie Adyero, Chief Operations Officer in Uganda, and Brian Ogenrwot, Tour Consultant.
Your time zone
Call or WhatsApp the UK line from Europe, Canada and the USA and we answer quickly.
Before you go
Travelling in April, May and November
The weather
Green, wetter months. Mornings are often clear, roads and trails are muddier, and parks are quiet. The falls run strong.
What to pack
Waterproof jacket, hiking boots, gaiters, gloves, long sleeves and trousers, insect repellent, binoculars and a daypack with a rain cover.
Fitness and age
Moderate fitness helps on steep, slippery trails. Porters are available. Gorilla trekking starts at age 15.
Questions answered
Frequently asked questions
What is included in a 7 day Uganda gorilla safari with Murchison Falls?
The USD 2,943 price per person sharing includes the gorilla trekking permit, the Kibale chimpanzee permit, 6 nights half board lodging, a 4x4 vehicle, driver guide, road lunches, drinking water and a surprise souvenir.
How much do gorilla and chimpanzee permits cost in Uganda in low season?
In the UWA low season months of April, May and November, gorilla permits cost USD 600 and Kibale chimpanzee permits cost USD 200 for foreign non resident visitors. Both are included in this package.
Which months are low season in Uganda?
April, May and November are the discounted permit months. They are green and quiet, with muddier trails and fewer visitors.
What will I see at Murchison Falls National Park?
Giraffes, elephants, buffalo, lions, hippos and crocodiles along the Nile, plus the falls where the river is forced through a narrow gap before dropping about 43 metres.
Can you see tree climbing lions on this safari?
Day 5 passes through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for tree climbing lions. Sightings are never guaranteed, but our guides know where to look.
How long do you spend with chimpanzees and gorillas?
Usually one hour with the chimpanzees in Kibale and one hour with the gorillas in Bwindi, once the groups are found.
Is Uganda cheaper than Rwanda for gorilla trekking?
Yes. Rwanda gorilla permits cost USD 1,500, while Uganda permits cost USD 800, or USD 600 in low season. Uganda also adds chimpanzees, big game and the Nile falls to the same trip.
How do I book?
Press Reserve my permit to email bookings@wanderandwonderug.com with this package prefilled, or message +44 7826 805254 on WhatsApp. Permit dates are fixed once bought.
Enquire
Tell us when you want to go
The Nile, the forest and the gorillas are waiting
Low season permits are limited and dates are fixed once bought. Reserve yours today.
Email bookingsWhatsApp +44 7826 805254