8 Days Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari in Uganda: Kibale Forest, Murchison Falls, Ziwa Rhinos

8 Days Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari in Uganda: Kibale Forest, Murchison Falls, Ziwa Rhinos

8 Days Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari in Uganda: Kibale Forest, Murchison Falls, Ziwa Rhinos vacation with Tanzania Horizon Safaris.

8 Days Chimpanzee & Wildlife Safari in Uganda: Kibale Forest, Murchison Falls, Ziwa Rhinos with Tanzania Horizon Safaris.

If you’ve ever dreamed of combining Uganda’s most iconic wildlife encounters into one journey, this 8-day safari is the perfect choice. From trekking chimpanzees in Kibale Forest, known as the Primate Capital of the World, to spotting elephants, giraffes, lions, and hippos in Murchison Falls National Park, every day is filled with adventure.

Along the way, you’ll also track endangered rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, enjoy a Nile River boat cruise to the base of the falls, and travel in comfort with maximum 5-hour transfers. Nights are spent in handpicked 3-star lodges offering comfort, charm, and a touch of Ugandan hospitality.

🌟 Why Choose Uganda Horizon Safaris?

  • Locally owned & operated for authentic experiences
  • Maximum 5-hour travel days for comfort
  • Carefully selected 3-star lodges
  • Knowledgeable driver-guides who love sharing Uganda’s wildlife & culture
  • Meet & greet at Entebbe International Airport
  • Transfer time: 15 min to Kisubi Forest Cottages
  • Safari briefing & welcome dinner

🛏️ Kisubi Forest Cottages | 🍽️ Dinner

  • Drive west through lush countryside and tea plantations
  • Transfer time: 5 hrs
  • Optional crater lake walk in the afternoon

🛏️ Isunga Lodge | 🍽️ B, L, D

  • Morning chimpanzee tracking with Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers
  • Afternoon visit to Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for birdwatching and primates

🛏️ Isunga Lodge | 🍽️ B, L, D

  • Scenic drive through the Albertine Rift Valley
  • Transfer time: 4.5 hrs
  • Evening cultural walk in Hoima town

🛏️ Hoima Cultural Lodge | 🍽️ B, L, D

  • Morning drive to Murchison Falls NP via Masindi
  • Transfer time: 4 hrs
  • Afternoon game drive in the northern savanna (lions, giraffes, elephants)

🛏️ Hornbill Bush Lodge | 🍽️ B, L, D

  • Morning game drive in the Buligi Circuit (buffalo, elephants, antelope, predators)
  • Afternoon boat cruise on the Nile to the base of Murchison Falls
  • Optional hike to the top of the falls

🛏️ Hornbill Bush Lodge | 🍽️ B, L, D

  • Morning drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for on-foot rhino tracking
  • Continue to Entebbe
  • Transfer time: 5 hrs total (split with activity stop)
  • Final overnight at Kisubi Forest Cottages

🛏️ Kisubi Forest Cottages | 🍽️ B, L, D

  • Breakfast and 15 min transfer to Entebbe International Airport
  • Farewell from your Uganda Horizon Safaris team

🍽️ Breakfast

  • 7 nights in 3-star lodges (twin/double sharing)
  • All meals as listed (B/L/D)
  • Chimpanzee tracking permit ($200 pp)
  • Ziwa rhino tracking fee
  • All park entry fees & ranger-guided activities
  • Boat cruise on the Nile
  • Private 4×4 safari vehicle with English-speaking driver-guide
  • Airport transfers
  • Bottled water during travel
  • International flights
  • Visa fees ($50 pp)
  • Alcoholic drinks & tips
  • Travel insurance
  • Optional activities
Why Book With Us?
Got a Question?
Do not hesitate to give us a call. We are an expert team and we are happy to talk to you.

Absolutely yes. We will arrange all airport transfers for you from and to the airport so that you don’t have to worry about how to get to your hotel. One of our drivers or guides will come to pick you up and take you back to the airport. This is already included in our offers and services.

A private departure can be arranged at any time according to your individual travel dates for highest flexibility. A group departure has a planned schedule on a specific date and let you share some costs while travelling. So if you are on a budget and want to meet friends from all over the world you can join one of our groups.

Absolutely yes. Our handpicked hotels all offer you to safely store your luggage during your climb. In this way you can leave all gear that you won’t need during your climb at the hotel. That is very convenient if you are planning to go on a safari or to Zanzibar after your hike.

Tanzania Horizon Safaris has worked out a very transparent cancellation policy. In most cases we can offer a voucher if you have  to postpone your travel. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Please note that deposits are non-refundable as they have to be used for making reservations for your hotel and transport.

*If a booking is cancelled the client is subject to a cancellation fee as follows:

  • until 4 weeks prior to departure – 30% Cancellation Fee
  • 4-2 weeks prior to departure – 50% Cancellation Fee
  • 2-1 weeks prior to departure – 75% Cancellation Fee
  • less then 1 week prior to departure – 100% Cancellation Fee: The company reserves the right to cancel any tour at its sole and absolute discretion, without prior notification in instances where this is unavoidable. However, in that case the company agrees to refund all money that has already been paid by the client. This shall be the company’s sole responsibility to the client and no claim for any damages, howsoever arising, shall accrue against the company.
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