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Arrival
Day 1
Airport Pickup, Smooth Hotel Transfer & Scenic Mabamba Wetland Shoebill Encounter
Airport Pickup, Smooth Hotel Transfer & Scenic Mabamba Wetland Shoebill Encounter
Your Ugandan journey begins the moment you land!
Welcomed by your tour guide, you glimpse the thrills ahead—gorilla treks, roaring waterfalls, and untamed wilderness. A short drive will transfer you to your tranquil lodge framed by gardens or gentle lake breezes.
You will paddle through Mabamba’s papyrus swamps in a traditional canoe, spotting the legendary shoebill, jewel-like kingfishers, and a secretive sitatunga. As the sun sets, savor a dinner of rich Ugandan flavors, letting tonight’s serene waters hint at tomorrow’s wild Murchison Falls adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Mabamba Swamp
- Accommodation:
- K Hotels
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Bathed in Uganda’s golden sunrise, your journey begins as city life fades into wilderness. From Entebbe, you will travel across the Luwero-Nakasongola plains, where acacia trees soar and Ankole cattle roam, to Ziwa Rhinos. At Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, walk with rangers to meet wild rhinos, then have lunch.
You will continue north to Murchison Falls National Park, visit the top where the Nile thunders below, and finally settle at your lodge by the Albert Nile, with hippos, elephants, and sundowners marking a perfect day’s close.
- Main Destination:
- Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Morning Game Drive & Afternoon Boat Ride on the Nile River
Morning Game Drive & Afternoon Boat Ride on the Nile River
After breakfast, embark on an exciting game drive across Murchison Falls National Park. As dawn breaks, elephants roam in herds, lions stalk the grass, giraffes tower over acacias, and buffalo dot the plains.
After your lunch, you will head out to enjoy a scenic Nile boat cruise—hippos wallow, crocodiles bask, elephants drink at the riverbank, and colorful kingfishers, fish eagles, bee-eaters, and herons glide above. Drift toward the thunderous falls, feeling the river’s power before returning to your lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Scenic Transfer to Kibale National Park & Immersive Bigodi Community Experience
Scenic Transfer to Kibale National Park & Immersive Bigodi Community Experience
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive through rolling hills, tea plantations, and pineapple fields. Stop en route for lunch before continuing with your journey via Ngusi River Camp. Head to Kibale National Park, the “Primate Capital of the World,” and settle into your forest lodge amid birdsong. On arrival, you will check in at your lodge and relax.
In the afternoon, explore Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary on a guided walk through papyrus swamps, meet local artisans, and share moments with villagers. Return at sunset to sip coffee and enjoy the forest’s calm; chimpanzees await tomorrow.
- Main Destination:
- Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary (Kibale NP)
- Accommodation:
- Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an Evening Game Drive
Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an Evening Game Drive
Start with a hearty breakfast as the forest awakens with bird calls, then head to Kibale’s headquarters for chimpanzee tracking briefing. Follow ranger guidance into the “Primate Capital of the World,” spotting chimpanzees, colobus, L’Hoest’s monkeys, and butterflies along vibrant forest trails.
After the exhilarating chimp trek, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, enjoying scenic landscapes en route, and arrive in time for an evening game drive.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge (Banda)
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise and Evening game Drive
Morning Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise and Evening game Drive
You will start your day with an early breakfast before heading out on a morning game drive, where you may encounter the Big Five—elephants, buffalo, lions, and leopards—alongside hyenas, warthogs, and many other wildlife species. Birdwatchers will enjoy spotting storks in the wetlands and flamingoes at the salt lakes.
After lunch, you will be guided to a 2-hour boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel to observe hippos, crocodiles, elephants, buffalo, and a rich variety of birds along the scenic riverbanks before returning to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge (Banda)
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park
After breakfast, transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park, set against mist-shrouded hills. Unwind with a sundowner as the rainforest comes alive with distant calls.
Since the next day brings the unforgettable mountain gorilla trek, arrive at your lodge, check in, relax, and let the gentle whispers of the wild and the serene forest surroundings carry you into a peaceful, restorative rest.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kaara Gorilla Mountain Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Gorilla Trekking Experience and Batwa Cultural Experience
Gorilla Trekking Experience and Batwa Cultural Experience
You will start the day with a hearty breakfast, drive to Buhoma Headquarters for a briefing, then step into Bwindi’s emerald depths, trekking along ancient trails alive with bird calls and rustling leaves. At last, meet a gorilla family—watch playful juveniles, nurturing mothers, and a mighty silverback during a breathtaking hour of connection, then return to your lodge to relax & take in the forest views.
As evening falls, head out for the Batwa Cultural Experience: join in traditional dances, learn forest survival skills, and hear stories passed down by Uganda’s indigenous “Keepers of the Jungle.” Later return to your lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Kaara Gorilla Mountain Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Scenic Transfer to the scenic Lake Bunyonyi & Canoe Ride
Scenic Transfer to the scenic Lake Bunyonyi & Canoe Ride
After breakfast, drive to Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s “place of many little birds,” passing terraced hills, crater lakes, and lively villages. Upon arrival, check into your serene lakeside lodge with cottages overlooking 29 lush islands.
Later, head out for a canoe ride across glassy waters, spotting kingfishers, herons, and colorful islands, or glide past local fishermen. As evening falls, savor a gourmet dinner under the stars, reflecting on your gorilla encounter amid the lake’s tranquil beauty.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Accommodation:
- Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park & Evening Game Drive
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park & Evening Game Drive
After a hearty breakfast, set off for Lake Mburo National Park, winding through vibrant highlands dotted with crater lakes and grazing Ankole cattle with their impressive horns. Along the way, capture the stunning scenery with your camera.
Arrive at your lodge, check in, then head out for an evening game drive in the park where zebras roam nearby, giraffes drift gracefully across the plains, and the wild sounds of the night surround you, hinting at the excitement of tomorrow’s game drives.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mpogo Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Guided Nature Walk at Lake Mburo NP
Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Guided Nature Walk at Lake Mburo NP
After breakfast, embark on an exciting morning game drive across Lake Mburo’s golden savannahs, spotting zebras, impalas, and towering giraffes against the sunrise. Return to your lodge for a hearty lunch with panoramic park views.
In the afternoon, enjoy a guided nature walk alongside Ankole herders and their longhorns, sharing the landscape with antelopes and buffalo. As evening falls, relax at the lodge—swim, sip a sundowner, or enjoy a lakeside massage, letting the serene lake cradle your memories of the day.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Mpogo Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 12
Scenic Transfer to Entebbe International Airport
Scenic Transfer to Entebbe International Airport
After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive to Kampala, stopping at the Equator for photos and a tasty local lunch. Continue to Entebbe for your departure, carrying memories of the Pearl of Africa. Should you wish to linger, we can craft your next chapter—city tours, Nile adventures, or tranquil days on Lake Victoria.
Thank you for choosing Valverde Safaris to reveal Uganda’s soul—from thundering falls and misty gorilla forests to vibrant cultures and the warmth of its people.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
