Day 1 · Arrival
Arrive Entebbe International Airport. Meet your Mwanzo guide, safari briefing, overnight near Lake Victoria or Kampala.
Uganda safari · 12 days
12-Day Best of Uganda Wildlife with Primates Safari
Indicative from $4,556 per person · Solo, couples & groups · Serah Foundation on every booking
A 12-day Uganda safari with Mwanzo Tours — 12-Day Best of Uganda Wildlife with Primates Safari. Explore Queen Elizabeth National Park with expert local guides, comfortable lodges, and permits arranged for you. Solo travellers, couples, and groups welcome. Every booking supports Serah Foundation.
Book this 12-day Uganda safari with Mwanzo Tours — licensed gorilla trekking Uganda specialists. Part of our Uganda safari tour packages collection. Check availability or read the safari planning guide.
Why this safari?
A 12-day circuit linking Uganda's primate forests and savanna parks in one private itinerary — permit-secured, lodge-matched, and paced for real wildlife depth rather than checkbox tourism.
Who is this safari for?
Wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and repeat Africa travellers wanting primates plus Big Five in one trip — moderate fitness for gorilla days.
Physical difficulty
Easy — Vehicle-based game drives and boat cruises; optional short walks.
Best time to go
Best overall: June–September and December–February. Shoulder months balance permit availability and value — see our best time guide.
Your safari vehicle
Private pop-up roof 4×4 (Land Cruiser or equivalent) with UTB-licensed English-speaking guide — water, charging, and AMREF evacuation membership included.
Your lead planner
Itinerary reviewed by Anthony Kiweewa — gorilla permits secured weekly from Kampala. Field guides include Daniel (25 years Queen Elizabeth & Bwindi) and Maria (women's journeys).
Wildlife & experiences you can expect
- Wildlife per parks listed in itinerary
Serah Foundation — where your booking goes
Every Mwanzo safari contributes to Serah Foundation — a registered community organisation supporting education, health outreach, and livelihood programmes in communities bordering Bwindi and Queen Elizabeth. We publish what your booking supports; this is not a vague "community fee."
On this safari
Scenes from Mwanzo departures — your route uses the same guides, vehicles, and lodge standards.
Traveller reviews
Independent ratings from guests who booked gorilla and wildlife safaris with Mwanzo Tours.
Related planning guides
Day-by-day itinerary
Sample route — customised to your dates, lodges, and fitness.
Day 2 · Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive. Kazinga Channel boat cruise — one of Africa's great wildlife corridors.
Day 3 · Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive. Kazinga Channel boat cruise — one of Africa's great wildlife corridors.
Day 4 · Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive. Kazinga Channel boat cruise — one of Africa's great wildlife corridors.
Day 5 · Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive. Kazinga Channel boat cruise — one of Africa's great wildlife corridors.
Day 6 · Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive. Kazinga Channel boat cruise — one of Africa's great wildlife corridors.
Day 7 · Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive. Kazinga Channel boat cruise — one of Africa's great wildlife corridors.
Day 8 · Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive. Kazinga Channel boat cruise — one of Africa's great wildlife corridors.
Day 9 · Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive. Kazinga Channel boat cruise — one of Africa's great wildlife corridors.
Day 10 · Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive. Kazinga Channel boat cruise — one of Africa's great wildlife corridors.
Day 11 · Queen Elizabeth National Park
Morning game drive. Kazinga Channel boat cruise — one of Africa's great wildlife corridors.
Day 12 · Departure
Transfer to Entebbe (or Kigali if routed). Day room if evening flight. Farewell from your Mwanzo team.
Highlights
- Classic game drives — lions, elephants, buffalo & more
- Time in Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle with English-speaking guide
- Serah Foundation contribution on every booking
Parks & regions
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
Typically included
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle & UTB-licensed English-speaking guide
- Park entrance & conservation fees
- Accommodation as quoted (mid-range or premium)
- Meals as per itinerary (B/L/D)
- AMREF Flying Doctors emergency evacuation membership
- Drinking water in vehicle
- Airport transfers on arrival & departure days
- Serah Foundation contribution on every booking
Not included
- International flights & Uganda visa
- Travel & medical insurance (required)
- Gorilla/chimp permits unless stated in quote
- Tips, personal expenses & alcoholic drinks
- Optional activities not in itinerary
Example lodges (named in your quote)
Exact property confirmed in writing before you travel — representative mid-range and premium options:
Mid-range
| Bwindi | Buhoma Haven Lodge or Rushaga Gorilla Camp |
| Queen Elizabeth | Elephant Plains Lodge or Bush Lodge |
| Kibale | Kibale Forest Camp or Turaco Treetops |
| Murchison | Pakuba Safari Lodge or Fort Murchison |
Premium
| Bwindi | Sanctuary Gorilla Forest Camp or Mahogany Springs |
| Queen Elizabeth | Mweya Safari Lodge or Kyambura Gorge Lodge |
| Kibale | Primate Lodge Kibale or Kyaninga Lodge |
| Murchison | Paraa Safari Lodge or Baker's Lodge |
Booking & payment
Deposit
Typically 30% on booking to secure gorilla/chimp permits and lodges. Permits are non-refundable under UWA rules — we explain this before you pay.
Balance
Due 60 days before departure unless agreed otherwise. Bank transfer or card — EUR/USD quotes available for European travellers.
Cancellation
Tiered policy in our booking terms. Travel insurance with cancellation cover strongly recommended.
Your money
Full breakdown in our payment reassurance guide — what is held, when permits are purchased, and AMREF evacuation cover.
Common questions
How much does a 12-day Uganda safari cost?
Indicative from $4556 per person. Final quote depends on lodges, group size, and permit inclusion.
Can I book gorilla trekking Uganda as a solo traveller?
Yes. Mwanzo Tours runs private departures for solo travellers, couples, and groups — no forced large bus groups.
Does Mwanzo secure gorilla permits?
Yes. We purchase Uganda Wildlife Authority permits on your behalf once a deposit is received. Peak season requires 3–6 months lead time.
Is this Uganda safari package customisable?
Every itinerary is tailored to your dates, fitness, and lodge preference. The day-by-day route shown is a proven template.
Enquire about this safari
We reply within 1 business day. No obligation — your written quote confirms lodges, permits, and final price.
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Itinerary reviewed by Anthony Kiweewa · Meet your planner · Booking terms