6 Days Budget African Safari With Gorilla Trekking

Overview for 6 Days Budget African Safari With Gorillas

Discover Uganda on a once-in-a-lifetime journey that combines wildlife, adventure, and unforgettable encounters with endangered mountain gorillas — all on a budget.

This 6 Days Budget African Safari With Gorillas begins in Entebbe and takes you through some of Uganda’s most iconic destinations: Lake Mburo National Park, Queen Elizabeth National Park, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, and the serene Lake Bunyonyi. Designed for travelers seeking a rich African experience without luxury pricing, this trip blends game drives, nature walks, chimp tracking, and the ultimate highlight — gorilla trekking in the heart of the rainforest.

Ideal for adventurous travelers, nature enthusiasts, and anyone looking to see Uganda’s diverse wildlife and landscapes up close, this safari also includes walking safaris, boat cruises, and cultural moments. You’ll sleep in well-selected budget-friendly lodges and camps with all meals included, and be guided by a professional English-speaking safari driver-guide from start to finish.

6 Days Budget African Safari With Gorillas Highlights

Start in Entebbe and travel through western Uganda’s top national parks
Guided walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park for close-up encounters with zebra, giraffes, and antelope
Game drives and chimpanzee tracking in Queen Elizabeth National Park, including a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel
Drive through the Ishasha sector, known for its rare tree-climbing lions
Trek endangered mountain gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, one of the most profound wildlife experiences on earth
End your trip with relaxation at the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by terraced hills and island views
Optional stops at the Equator line and cultural craft markets on return to Entebbe
All accommodation, meals, transport, and park activities included — tailored for budget-conscious travelers without compromising on experience

Arrival for 6 Days Budget African Safari With Gorillas

You’ll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1: Start from Entebbe or from a Hotel and transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Lake Mburo National Park Uganda - Wildlife Viewing Safaris on your way to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

The pick-up will be from either; the Hotel or from the Entebbe Airport upon arrival. The assigned Professional English-speaking Tour Driver-guide will pick/receive you and hit the road to Lake Mburo National Park. Mburo is a compact gem, located conveniently close to the highway that connects Entebbe/Kampala to the parks of western Uganda.

It is the smallest of Uganda’s savannah National Parks but home to 350 bird species as well as animals such as: zebra, impala, eland, buffalo, oribi, Defassa waterbuck, hippo, and the elusive leopard. On arrival, we shall check in and if we still have some time available, we can proceed for a late afternoon-to-evening game drive. Otherwise, we shall check in and have the evening at leisure – relaxing.

Accommodation: (Eagles Nest Mburo-Budget Level) | Meals: Dinner | Transfer time: Approx. 4 hours.

Main Destination: Lake Mburo National Park

Budget tented bush camp bordering Lake Mburo NP without fences

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)

Day 2: Morning walking safari in Lake Mburo and transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and have an Evening Game Drive

We shall enjoy an early morning breakfast and then move out for the Mburo morning park (bush) walk in the presence of an armed Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger-guide. On this morning guided walk, you will have the opportunity to encounter (at close range): Zebras, Giraffes and Eland, Topi and other antelope, Cape buffaloes among others.

You may take the Trail to the top of the hills to see Lake Mburo and beyond. Thereafter, return to the accommodation for checkout and embark on a transfer to. We expect to reach the accommodation in Queen Elizabeth National Park in time for lunch, short rest and then proceed out for game viewing.

Game Drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park

During the game drive, we have opportunity to encounter; herds of buffalos or elephants, lion pride, elusive leopard, warthogs, a number of antelopes among others. Thereafter, we shall return to the accommodation and you will take rest.

Accommodation: (Irungu Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 3 hours.

Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Meals & Drinks: All meals included

Day 3: Chimp tracking in Kyambura Gorge and afternoon boat trip along the Kazinga Channel

We shall have breakfast and proceed for the Chimpanzee tracking in the Kyambura gorge. The gorge is home to habituated Chimpanzees plus other primates including baboons, monkeys and also bird species. Today, you will spend the early part of the day tracking chimpanzees here.

Thereafter, return to the accommodation for some rest time and lunch. After lunch, you will go for a 2-hour boat trip on the Kazinga Channel that connects Lakes George and Edward. During the trip, the sight of wildlife including giant hippos, elephants and crocodiles among others will fascinate you. You will also see many varieties of birds at the water shores. After the boat trip, you can proceed for a brief late afternoon game drive and thereafter, return to the lodge.

Accommodation: (Irungu Safari Lodge-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: No Transfer

Main Destination: Queen Elizabeth National Park

Meals & Drinks: All meals included

Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4: Sunrise game drive – Kasenyi plains and connect to Bwindi

Be up early and proceed for an early morning game drive in the Kasenyi plains. Be on the look for Cape buffalos, herds of elephants, lions, leopards (though hard to spot) among others. Return to the lodge and check out then head to Ishasha sector in search of tree-climbing lions. The chance of spotting these lions is about 70% though sometimes they are hard to spot (most especially when they are down in the grassland looking for prey). Should you get to spot them, the sight is picturesque and memorable.

Gorilla Trekking Experience in bwindi impenetrable national park

From Ishasha, we shall continue to the accommodation at the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Ruhija sector) – arriving in the evening (around 5 or 6pm). #Optional (extra cost USD 120$): You may consider experiential lion tracking that will see you join a member of the predator research team who will eventually lead you to this expedition.

Accommodation: (Broadbill Forest Camp-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: 6 hours.

Main Destination: Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)

Meals & Drinks: All meals included

Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5: Gorilla trekking Bwindi Forest and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi for relaxation

Have breakfast and move to the rangers’ post. You will receive some briefing (from a ranger guide) on the dos and don’ts during trekking. Thereafter, you will enter the Bwindi Forest for your adventure. The time taken and the terrain vary with the movements of these great primates. Once you have located a gorilla group, you will be allowed an hour in their presence.

The thrill of spending time observing these gentle but endangered giants is unforgettable. Return to the accommodation, check out and transfer to Lake Bunyonyi. Lake Bunyonyi is framed by lush, green-terraced hills that reach a height of (2,200 – 2,478m) but it’s the 29 islands of various shapes and sizes scattered across the water that make it most magical — you could admire them all day.

Accommodation: (Itambira Island-Tree House-Budget Level) | Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | Transfer Time: Approx. 2-3 hours.

Main Destination: Lake Bunyonyi

Meals & Drinks:

All meals included

Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6: Depart Bunyonyi and return to Entebbe Airport to catch flight back home

Lake Bunyonyi is framed by lush, green-terraced hills that reach a height of (2,200 – 2,478m) but it’s the 29 islands

Have a relaxed breakfast at the accommodation with spectacular view of the Bunyonyi little islands just right in front of you and thereafter embark on your return journey to Entebbe Airport. Expect en route lunch and a stop at the Uganda Equator line mark in Kayabwe for some memorable photos and maybe buying some art pieces of interest. Proceed with the journey arriving late afternoon/evening for drop off at the airport to catch your flight back home (recommended for 19:00 onwards).

Accommodation: Recommended on request

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch | Drive Time: Approx. 8 hours.

Main Destination: Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)