Want to Go Gorilla Trekking and see the Big Five?

Is seeing the big 5 safari animals on your bucket list? How about going gorilla trekking and seeing a silverback gorilla up close?

Does the idea of traveling to Africa intimidate you? With so many incredible countries to visit – how do you choose? Simple, the Pearl of Africa. Uganda has it all and it’s a perfect country for a first-time visit to Africa.

There are TWO spots left on the January 16, 2026 trip! Deposit by 1/31 to secure your spot and save $200

You’ll walk with rhinos at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, search for the tree-climbing lions of Queen Elizabeth National Park, spot the big 5 safari animals, and even go gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest.

A baby gorilla in Uganda, taken by me in Bwindi! Photo by The Directionally Challenged Traveler.

A small-group tour at the hands of an experienced local tour company, Africa Adventure Vacations. I used them for our tour of Rwanda, Uganda, and the Democratic Republic and am SO excited to use them again.

Not only will you have an experienced tour company, but my expertise as well. I will help you get visas, vaccines, and (of course) pictures throughout the trip.

The Tour is on January 16, 2026.

Price is $5,500pp.

There are only two spots left on this trip. Your deposit secures your spot.

Our Itinerary

Arrival in Entebbe, depending on the time of arrival, visit Entebbe Botanical Gardens and Lake Victoria.
Visit Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and engage in a rhino-tracking experience
Visit Murchison Falls National Park to see the falls but also a wide variety of wildlife, including chimpanzees, hippos, giraffes, baboons, and more!
Morning and evening game drives in Murchison Falls
Boat Cruise on the River Nile
Visit Kibale Forest National Park, known as Africa’s primate capital
A community walk at Bigodi Sanctuary Swamp and visit a small village to interact with the locals. Take part in local experiences like learning how coffee is grown, visiting a women’s group, and trying local delicacies.
A chimpanzee trek in Kibale National Park
Visit Queen Elizabeth National Park to spot tree-climbing lions and leopards
Learn about salt mining at Lake Katwe salt mining community
Morning and evening game drives in Queen Elizabeth National Park
A boat safari on the Kazinga Channel to see elephants and hippos in the water
A visit and boat ride on Lake Bunyonyi
Evening and night game drives in Lake Mburo National Park
2 Hour Horseback riding safari in the jungle
A visit to the Equator crossing point.

The full itinerary can be downloaded here.

A leopard in Uganda. Photo by The Directionally Challenged Traveler. — A leopard relaxing after a fresh kill in Uganda. Photo by The Directionally Challenged Traveler.

The trip includes:

All of the above activities, plus:
Return airport transfers (pick up & drop off)
Private transport and safari guide for 10 days
Mid-range accommodation for 9 nights on full board (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner)
Bottled Drinking water throughout the trip
My assistance before the trip with visas, flight research, and more
My photography during the trip – don’t worry about renting a nice camera, or getting photos of YOU while you’re on vacation, I take care of all that! You’ll have access to my files after the trip.
Rooms are on a 2-person per room price, there will be a single supplement fee.

The pool and sun area at the Buffalo Lodge, Uganda — The pool and sun area at Buffalo Lodge! (One of the places we’ll stay on the trip! Yes, it’s considered ‘mid-range’)

The trip will not include:

Domestic and International flights
Country entry visa
Personal travel insurance
Souvenirs / gifts and tips
Items of personal nature /laundry/telephone charges
Extra meals and activities
Alcoholic and other soft drinks (Sodas, special juice orders at the lodge, and wines)

Payment plans will be available. Signing up just means you’d like more information – no deposit required.

Interested in Learning More? Sign Up!

Or, you can always email me directly at Pamela (@) DirectionallyChallengedTraveler.com