Where Ancient Forest Meets
the Open Savanna
Trek mountain gorillas in the misty heart of Bwindi, then follow elephants and tree-climbing lions across the vast floodplains of Queen Elizabeth — Uganda's greatest wildlife double.
Two of Uganda's Greatest
Wildlife Experiences, Combined
This 6-day itinerary is the definitive introduction to Uganda's extraordinary wildlife — combining the intimate, once-in-a-lifetime encounter with mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest with a full big-game safari across Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda's most biodiverse protected area.
You will trek through ancient jungle to sit with one of the 1,000 remaining mountain gorillas on earth. Then, hours later, you are on the open savanna watching buffalo herds move at dusk, or drifting along the Kazinga Channel past pods of hippos and armies of Nile crocodiles.
No other single itinerary in East Africa offers this contrast — primordial forest and sweeping savanna, primates and big game — within just six days. Our team handles every detail, so your only job is to arrive and be present.
Clear Pricing,
Complete Value
All prices are per person and include your Uganda Gorilla Trekking Permit ($800), luxury lodge accommodation across both parks, full-board meals, all game drives, the Kazinga Channel cruise, and every listed inclusion. No hidden costs.
Join a small guided group for the full Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth experience with shared vehicle and lodge facilities.
- +1 Gorilla Trek Permit ($800)
- +5 nights luxury lodge (sharing)
- +All game drives & activities
- +Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- +Expert naturalist guide
- +All meals (full board)
Exclusively yours — private vehicle, dedicated guide, and premium lodge suites across both parks for the ultimate duo safari.
- +1 Gorilla Trek Permit ($800)
- +5 nights luxury lodge (suite)
- +Private 4x4 vehicle & guide
- +All game drives & boat cruise
- +All meals, park fees & transfers
- +Cultural village visit
Completely uncompromised solo adventure — single supplement included, private guide, sole-occupancy accommodation throughout.
- +1 Gorilla Trek Permit ($800)
- +5 nights sole occupancy
- +Private guide & vehicle
- +All activities & boat cruise
- +All meals and park fees
- +Airport transfers both ways
Six Days in the Wild Heart of Uganda
From ancient forest to open savanna — every day of this itinerary delivers something remarkable. Here is exactly what to expect.
Into the Impenetrable — Arrival at the Edge of the Forest
Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from Kampala or Entebbe. The drive southwest takes roughly 8–9 hours, winding through fertile tea-country highlands, crater lake districts, and equatorial farmlands that announce you are far from any city. Alternatively, a charter flight option reduces travel to under 90 minutes (available on request). Arrive at your forest lodge in the afternoon — unpack, take a walk along the forest border, and let the sounds of Bwindi settle around you. Your guide conducts an evening briefing covering tomorrow's trek protocols, what to pack, and what to expect when you finally find the gorillas.
The Trek — Face to Face with a Mountain Gorilla
This is the day that changes everything. You wake before dawn, take an early breakfast, and set out with your UWA ranger guide and a group of no more than eight people into the forest. Bwindi is genuinely impenetrable in places — the undergrowth thick, the canopy dense, the air heavy with moisture and life. Treks can last anywhere from one to eight hours; the gorillas move, and you follow their tracks. When you find them — a silverback, several females, infants tumbling through the ferns — time ceases to matter. You are allowed one extraordinary, unrushed hour in their presence. Watch them feed, groom, play, and move. This is the closest most humans will ever come to truly wild, free-ranging great apes. Return to the lodge for a hot lunch, afternoon rest, and a guided forest edge walk at sunset.
From Forest to Floodplain — Crossing Uganda's Heartland
After a leisurely breakfast with the sounds of Bwindi still fresh in your ears, your vehicle departs northeast toward Queen Elizabeth National Park. This 3–4 hour drive is a journey in itself — passing through the Ishasha sector of the park (famous for its tree-climbing lions), descending from the highland forests into the Great Rift Valley's western arm, and arriving at the edge of a landscape that could not be more different from what you left this morning. Check in to your lodge overlooking the Kazinga Channel or the savanna plains. Afternoon game drive through the Kasenyi plains — your first chance to encounter QE NP's elephants, Uganda kob, and buffalo in enormous herds.
Game Drives and the Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
A full day in Queen Elizabeth — one of Uganda's finest wildlife days. Morning game drive across the Kasenyi plains as the savanna cools in the early light, watching herds of buffalo and Uganda kob move across the grassland, elephants at waterholes, warthogs at full sprint. Then, after a lodge lunch, the afternoon belongs to the Kazinga Channel — a 33km natural waterway connecting Lake George and Lake Edward, home to one of Africa's highest concentrations of hippos and Nile crocodiles. Your boat drifts within metres of hippo pods and enormous crocs basking on the banks, while hundreds of waterbirds — pelicans, cormorants, kingfishers, skimmers — fill the air. This cruise is one of the great wildlife boat experiences in Africa. Return to the lodge for sundowners and a memorable dinner.
Tree-Climbing Lions and Chimpanzee Tracking
Day five is one of the most varied wildlife days on any Uganda itinerary. The morning takes you south to the Ishasha sector — a remote corner of Queen Elizabeth famous worldwide for a unique population of lions that rest in the branches of enormous fig trees, a behaviour rarely documented elsewhere in Africa. Your guide knows where to look, and patience invariably rewards. Optional afternoon chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge — a dramatic ravine cut into the savanna through which the Kyambura River flows, hiding a rainforest community of habituated chimpanzees. Tracking here is more adventurous than in Kibale: you descend into the gorge on foot and track chimps through riverine forest with sheer walls of rock above you. Return to the lodge for a final sunset over the Rift Valley escarpment.
Final Morning Game Drive and Departure
Your last morning in the field. A final early game drive before breakfast — often when the bush is most alive, predators most active, and the light most beautiful for photography. Return to the lodge for breakfast, check out, and begin the drive north toward Kampala or Entebbe. Arrive in time for evening connecting flights, or extend your stay with an optional city tour of Kampala or a relaxation night at Entebbe's lakeside hotels. Your guide accompanies you to the point of departure, ensuring a smooth, unhurried end to one of Uganda's most complete wildlife experiences.
Wildlife Highlights
Across Both Parks
This itinerary delivers a remarkable breadth of wildlife — from the rarest great apes on earth to Africa's largest land animals, across two completely different ecosystems.
Mountain Gorillas
Only ~1,000 remain on earth. Bwindi hosts over 400 — more than anywhere else. An intimate, 1-hour encounter with a habituated family.
Tree-Climbing Lions
The lions of Ishasha famously rest in the branches of giant fig trees — a behaviour so rare it draws wildlife photographers from around the world.
Kazinga Hippos
The Kazinga Channel holds one of Africa's densest hippo populations. Your boat glides past pods of dozens at close range.
Savanna Elephants
Queen Elizabeth hosts over 5,000 elephants. Morning drives on the Kasenyi plains regularly encounter large herds at close range.
600+ Bird Species
Queen Elizabeth is among Africa's top birding destinations. Shoebill storks, African skimmers, and the iconic crowned crane are all possible.
Chimpanzees
Optional chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge — a dramatic, adventurous descent into a rainforest gorge hiding a habituated chimp community.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included in the Price
- ✓1 x Uganda Gorilla Trekking Permit ($800)
- ✓5 nights luxury lodge accommodation
- ✓All meals (full board) throughout
- ✓Professional guide for all 6 days
- ✓All national park entry fees (Bwindi + QE NP)
- ✓All game drives in 4x4 safari vehicle
- ✓Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- ✓All ground transport and transfers
- ✓Cultural village experience
- ✓All government taxes and levies
- ✓Airport pickup and drop-off (Entebbe)
- ✓24/7 in-destination support team
Not Included
- ×International flights to/from Uganda
- ×Uganda visa fees (USD $50 on arrival)
- ×Travel and medical insurance (required)
- ×Optional chimpanzee tracking permit (Kyambura)
- ×Personal items and gratuities
- ×Alcoholic beverages beyond listed meals
- ×Laundry and room service extras
- ×Souvenirs and personal shopping
Comprehensive travel insurance is required for all participants. We recommend policies that cover emergency medical evacuation, trip cancellation, and gorilla trek permit loss.
Handpicked Lodges
in Both Parks
Two nights in a luxury forest lodge at the edge of Bwindi, followed by three nights in a premium savanna lodge within Queen Elizabeth — every property personally vetted by our operations team.
Bwindi Forest Lodge
Perched at the forest boundary, your Bwindi lodge offers forest suites with private verandas where you can hear the primates before you see them. Open fireplaces, candlelit dining, and impeccable service in complete seclusion.
Queen Elizabeth Savanna Lodge
Overlooking the Kazinga Channel or the open plains, your QE NP lodge places you at the heart of the action. Infinity pools, open-air dining, and game viewing from your suite — buffalo herds sometimes pass within metres of the lodge fence.
Farm-Fresh Safari Cuisine
Both lodges serve exceptional locally-sourced cuisine — Ugandan specialities alongside international dishes — in memorable settings: rooftop terraces, bush dinners under the stars, or intimate forest dining rooms.
Specific lodge names are confirmed on booking, subject to availability. All properties used by Wander and Wonder Tours are personally inspected and meet our luxury grading criteria.
Six Days, Two Parks,
Countless Moments
What Our Travellers Say
"Seeing gorillas in the morning and tree-climbing lions in the same week felt almost unreal. Wander and Wonder made it feel completely seamless — the best wildlife week of my life."
"The Kazinga Channel cruise exceeded all expectations — I had no idea how extraordinary it was until I was there. Combined with the gorilla trek, this tour is simply outstanding value for money."
"Our guide was extraordinary — knowledgeable, patient, and clearly passionate about Uganda's wildlife. Every detail was handled perfectly. We will absolutely return for the extended version."
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Book?
Permits Are Limited.
Gorilla trekking permits sell out months in advance — especially peak season dates. Pay your deposit or full balance securely online and we will confirm your permits immediately.
Pay Securely via PesaPal
We accept all major credit and debit cards, mobile money, and bank transfers. Your booking is confirmed once payment is processed and your permits are secured with Uganda Wildlife Authority.
Proceed to Secure PaymentPayments processed by PesaPal — encrypted, internationally trusted, and accepted across East Africa.
Talk to a Uganda
Safari Specialist
Personal, expert advice — no automated replies
Our team is split between the UK and Uganda — Samuel in London coordinates bookings from the European and North American markets, while Fassie and Brian on the ground in Uganda ensure every detail of your safari is flawless from arrival to departure.
info@wanderandwonderug.com
bookings@wanderandwonderug.com
+44 7826 805254
Peak season gorilla permits (June–August, December–February) are extremely limited. We strongly recommend enquiring at least 3–6 months in advance to guarantee your preferred dates.
By submitting, you agree that Wander and Wonder Tours may contact you regarding your enquiry. Your details are never shared with third parties. You can also reach us directly at bookings@wanderandwonderug.com or WhatsApp +44 7826 805254.
Where Ancient Forest Meets
the Open Savanna
Trek mountain gorillas in the misty heart of Bwindi, then follow elephants and tree-climbing lions across the vast floodplains of Queen Elizabeth — Uganda's greatest wildlife double.
Two of Uganda's Greatest
Wildlife Experiences, Combined
This 6-day itinerary is the definitive introduction to Uganda's extraordinary wildlife — combining the intimate, once-in-a-lifetime encounter with mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest with a full big-game safari across Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda's most biodiverse protected area.
You will trek through ancient jungle to sit with one of the 1,000 remaining mountain gorillas on earth. Then, hours later, you are on the open savanna watching buffalo herds move at dusk, or drifting along the Kazinga Channel past pods of hippos and armies of Nile crocodiles.
No other single itinerary in East Africa offers this contrast — primordial forest and sweeping savanna, primates and big game — within just six days. Our team handles every detail, so your only job is to arrive and be present.
Clear Pricing,
Complete Value
All prices are per person and include your Uganda Gorilla Trekking Permit ($800), luxury lodge accommodation across both parks, full-board meals, all game drives, the Kazinga Channel cruise, and every listed inclusion. No hidden costs.
Join a small guided group for the full Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth experience with shared vehicle and lodge facilities.
- +1 Gorilla Trek Permit ($800)
- +5 nights luxury lodge (sharing)
- +All game drives & activities
- +Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- +Expert naturalist guide
- +All meals (full board)
Exclusively yours — private vehicle, dedicated guide, and premium lodge suites across both parks for the ultimate duo safari.
- +1 Gorilla Trek Permit ($800)
- +5 nights luxury lodge (suite)
- +Private 4x4 vehicle & guide
- +All game drives & boat cruise
- +All meals, park fees & transfers
- +Cultural village visit
Completely uncompromised solo adventure — single supplement included, private guide, sole-occupancy accommodation throughout.
- +1 Gorilla Trek Permit ($800)
- +5 nights sole occupancy
- +Private guide & vehicle
- +All activities & boat cruise
- +All meals and park fees
- +Airport transfers both ways
Six Days in the Wild Heart of Uganda
From ancient forest to open savanna — every day of this itinerary delivers something remarkable. Here is exactly what to expect.
Into the Impenetrable — Arrival at the Edge of the Forest
Your safari begins with an early morning pickup from Kampala or Entebbe. The drive southwest takes roughly 8–9 hours, winding through fertile tea-country highlands, crater lake districts, and equatorial farmlands that announce you are far from any city. Alternatively, a charter flight option reduces travel to under 90 minutes (available on request). Arrive at your forest lodge in the afternoon — unpack, take a walk along the forest border, and let the sounds of Bwindi settle around you. Your guide conducts an evening briefing covering tomorrow's trek protocols, what to pack, and what to expect when you finally find the gorillas.
The Trek — Face to Face with a Mountain Gorilla
This is the day that changes everything. You wake before dawn, take an early breakfast, and set out with your UWA ranger guide and a group of no more than eight people into the forest. Bwindi is genuinely impenetrable in places — the undergrowth thick, the canopy dense, the air heavy with moisture and life. Treks can last anywhere from one to eight hours; the gorillas move, and you follow their tracks. When you find them — a silverback, several females, infants tumbling through the ferns — time ceases to matter. You are allowed one extraordinary, unrushed hour in their presence. Watch them feed, groom, play, and move. This is the closest most humans will ever come to truly wild, free-ranging great apes. Return to the lodge for a hot lunch, afternoon rest, and a guided forest edge walk at sunset.
From Forest to Floodplain — Crossing Uganda's Heartland
After a leisurely breakfast with the sounds of Bwindi still fresh in your ears, your vehicle departs northeast toward Queen Elizabeth National Park. This 3–4 hour drive is a journey in itself — passing through the Ishasha sector of the park (famous for its tree-climbing lions), descending from the highland forests into the Great Rift Valley's western arm, and arriving at the edge of a landscape that could not be more different from what you left this morning. Check in to your lodge overlooking the Kazinga Channel or the savanna plains. Afternoon game drive through the Kasenyi plains — your first chance to encounter QE NP's elephants, Uganda kob, and buffalo in enormous herds.
Game Drives and the Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
A full day in Queen Elizabeth — one of Uganda's finest wildlife days. Morning game drive across the Kasenyi plains as the savanna cools in the early light, watching herds of buffalo and Uganda kob move across the grassland, elephants at waterholes, warthogs at full sprint. Then, after a lodge lunch, the afternoon belongs to the Kazinga Channel — a 33km natural waterway connecting Lake George and Lake Edward, home to one of Africa's highest concentrations of hippos and Nile crocodiles. Your boat drifts within metres of hippo pods and enormous crocs basking on the banks, while hundreds of waterbirds — pelicans, cormorants, kingfishers, skimmers — fill the air. This cruise is one of the great wildlife boat experiences in Africa. Return to the lodge for sundowners and a memorable dinner.
Tree-Climbing Lions and Chimpanzee Tracking
Day five is one of the most varied wildlife days on any Uganda itinerary. The morning takes you south to the Ishasha sector — a remote corner of Queen Elizabeth famous worldwide for a unique population of lions that rest in the branches of enormous fig trees, a behaviour rarely documented elsewhere in Africa. Your guide knows where to look, and patience invariably rewards. Optional afternoon chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge — a dramatic ravine cut into the savanna through which the Kyambura River flows, hiding a rainforest community of habituated chimpanzees. Tracking here is more adventurous than in Kibale: you descend into the gorge on foot and track chimps through riverine forest with sheer walls of rock above you. Return to the lodge for a final sunset over the Rift Valley escarpment.
Final Morning Game Drive and Departure
Your last morning in the field. A final early game drive before breakfast — often when the bush is most alive, predators most active, and the light most beautiful for photography. Return to the lodge for breakfast, check out, and begin the drive north toward Kampala or Entebbe. Arrive in time for evening connecting flights, or extend your stay with an optional city tour of Kampala or a relaxation night at Entebbe's lakeside hotels. Your guide accompanies you to the point of departure, ensuring a smooth, unhurried end to one of Uganda's most complete wildlife experiences.
Wildlife Highlights
Across Both Parks
This itinerary delivers a remarkable breadth of wildlife — from the rarest great apes on earth to Africa's largest land animals, across two completely different ecosystems.
Mountain Gorillas
Only ~1,000 remain on earth. Bwindi hosts over 400 — more than anywhere else. An intimate, 1-hour encounter with a habituated family.
Tree-Climbing Lions
The lions of Ishasha famously rest in the branches of giant fig trees — a behaviour so rare it draws wildlife photographers from around the world.
Kazinga Hippos
The Kazinga Channel holds one of Africa's densest hippo populations. Your boat glides past pods of dozens at close range.
Savanna Elephants
Queen Elizabeth hosts over 5,000 elephants. Morning drives on the Kasenyi plains regularly encounter large herds at close range.
600+ Bird Species
Queen Elizabeth is among Africa's top birding destinations. Shoebill storks, African skimmers, and the iconic crowned crane are all possible.
Chimpanzees
Optional chimpanzee tracking in Kyambura Gorge — a dramatic, adventurous descent into a rainforest gorge hiding a habituated chimp community.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Included in the Price
- ✓1 x Uganda Gorilla Trekking Permit ($800)
- ✓5 nights luxury lodge accommodation
- ✓All meals (full board) throughout
- ✓Professional guide for all 6 days
- ✓All national park entry fees (Bwindi + QE NP)
- ✓All game drives in 4x4 safari vehicle
- ✓Kazinga Channel boat cruise
- ✓All ground transport and transfers
- ✓Cultural village experience
- ✓All government taxes and levies
- ✓Airport pickup and drop-off (Entebbe)
- ✓24/7 in-destination support team
Not Included
- ×International flights to/from Uganda
- ×Uganda visa fees (USD $50 on arrival)
- ×Travel and medical insurance (required)
- ×Optional chimpanzee tracking permit (Kyambura)
- ×Personal items and gratuities
- ×Alcoholic beverages beyond listed meals
- ×Laundry and room service extras
- ×Souvenirs and personal shopping
Comprehensive travel insurance is required for all participants. We recommend policies that cover emergency medical evacuation, trip cancellation, and gorilla trek permit loss.
Handpicked Lodges
in Both Parks
Two nights in a luxury forest lodge at the edge of Bwindi, followed by three nights in a premium savanna lodge within Queen Elizabeth — every property personally vetted by our operations team.
Bwindi Forest Lodge
Perched at the forest boundary, your Bwindi lodge offers forest suites with private verandas where you can hear the primates before you see them. Open fireplaces, candlelit dining, and impeccable service in complete seclusion.
Queen Elizabeth Savanna Lodge
Overlooking the Kazinga Channel or the open plains, your QE NP lodge places you at the heart of the action. Infinity pools, open-air dining, and game viewing from your suite — buffalo herds sometimes pass within metres of the lodge fence.
Farm-Fresh Safari Cuisine
Both lodges serve exceptional locally-sourced cuisine — Ugandan specialities alongside international dishes — in memorable settings: rooftop terraces, bush dinners under the stars, or intimate forest dining rooms.
Specific lodge names are confirmed on booking, subject to availability. All properties used by Wander and Wonder Tours are personally inspected and meet our luxury grading criteria.
Six Days, Two Parks,
Countless Moments
What Our Travellers Say
"Seeing gorillas in the morning and tree-climbing lions in the same week felt almost unreal. Wander and Wonder made it feel completely seamless — the best wildlife week of my life."
"The Kazinga Channel cruise exceeded all expectations — I had no idea how extraordinary it was until I was there. Combined with the gorilla trek, this tour is simply outstanding value for money."
"Our guide was extraordinary — knowledgeable, patient, and clearly passionate about Uganda's wildlife. Every detail was handled perfectly. We will absolutely return for the extended version."
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Book?
Permits Are Limited.
Gorilla trekking permits sell out months in advance — especially peak season dates. Pay your deposit or full balance securely online and we will confirm your permits immediately.
Pay Securely via PesaPal
We accept all major credit and debit cards, mobile money, and bank transfers. Your booking is confirmed once payment is processed and your permits are secured with Uganda Wildlife Authority.
Proceed to Secure PaymentPayments processed by PesaPal — encrypted, internationally trusted, and accepted across East Africa.
Talk to a Uganda
Safari Specialist
Personal, expert advice — no automated replies
Our team is split between the UK and Uganda — Samuel in London coordinates bookings from the European and North American markets, while Fassie and Brian on the ground in Uganda ensure every detail of your safari is flawless from arrival to departure.
info@wanderandwonderug.com
bookings@wanderandwonderug.com
+44 7826 805254
Peak season gorilla permits (June–August, December–February) are extremely limited. We strongly recommend enquiring at least 3–6 months in advance to guarantee your preferred dates.
By submitting, you agree that Wander and Wonder Tours may contact you regarding your enquiry. Your details are never shared with third parties. You can also reach us directly at bookings@wanderandwonderug.com or WhatsApp +44 7826 805254.