7-Day Uganda Educational Summer Tour

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

Arrival and Warm welcome at Entebbe Airport

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, your group will be warmly welcomed by a professional tour guide and transferred to your guesthouse or student-friendly hotel. After check-in and some time to rest, gather for a welcome briefing covering the week’s itinerary, safety, culture, and expectations. If time allows, visit the Uganda Wildlife Education Centre (UWEC), where students can learn about native species and ongoing conservation efforts. In the evening, enjoy a group dinner and orientation activity.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

Protea Hotel Entebbe

• Mid-range hotel located in Entebbe (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Jinja and Visit to the Source of the Nile

After breakfast, set off for Jinja, Uganda’s adventure capital, located on the northern shore of Lake Victoria. En route, stop at Sezibwa Falls, a culturally significant site known for its traditional spiritual importance. Arrive in Jinja in time for lunch, followed by a visit to the Source of the Nile, where students can take a short boat ride and learn about the river’s history and geography. In the afternoon, participate in a community exchange or volunteer activity with a local youth or women’s empowerment project, offering a chance to connect with peers. Dinner and reflections in the evening.

Main Destination:

Jinja (Town)

Accommodation:

Jinja Nile Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Jinja (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Cultural Immersion and Sustainable Education

Spend the day focused on cultural learning and environmental education. Visit a local school for a cultural exchange—participate in music, dance, and storytelling with Ugandan students. In the afternoon, tour a sustainable farm or eco-initiative, such as a permaculture training center, to learn about agriculture, clean energy, and food security. This interactive session promotes understanding of local livelihoods and the role of youth in climate resilience. Return to the lodge for a group discussion and campfire dinner.

Main Destination:

Jinja (Town)

Accommodation:

Jinja Nile Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Jinja (Town)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After an early breakfast, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda’s most biodiverse reserve. The long but scenic drive includes educational stops to discuss geography, climate zones, and rural development. Arrive at the park in the late afternoon and settle into your accommodation. Before dinner, attend a conservation talk by a Uganda Wildlife Authority ranger, focusing on anti-poaching, human-wildlife conflict, and park management. Optional night wildlife drive if conditions permit.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional

ElephantCommon

LionCommon

BuffaloCommon

HippoAbundant

LeopardOccasional

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

CheetahNone

ZebraNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Enganzi Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Boat Cruise

Start the day with an early morning game drive in the park’s Kasenyi plains, spotting elephants, buffalo, antelope, warthogs, and possibly lions. After lunch and a rest, take a boat safari on the Kazinga Channel, known for its dense population of hippos, crocodiles, and water birds. During the cruise, a guide will share insights about aquatic ecosystems and biodiversity. In the evening, students can take part in a guided discussion or journaling session reflecting on the balance between tourism and conservation.

Main Destination:

Queen Elizabeth National Park

Accommodation:

Enganzi Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Fort Portal and Visit to Nyakasura

Depart Queen Elizabeth for Fort Portal, located in Uganda’s scenic western highlands. Along the way, pass through villages and volcanic crater lakes, offering students a look at rural livelihoods. In Fort Portal, visit a tea plantation to learn about Uganda’s agricultural exports and sustainable farming practices. Later, explore the Amabere Caves and waterfalls, learning about local legends, geology, and traditional beliefs. Enjoy a farewell group dinner and prepare for the return journey.

Main Destination:

Fort Portal (Town)

Accommodation:

Ataco Country Resort

• Mid-range hotel located in Fort Portal (Town)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Transfer to Entebbe and Departure

After breakfast, begin the return trip to Entebbe, with a stop for lunch en route. If flight times allow, students can visit a craft market for souvenirs or enjoy a final group activity. Arrive at the airport in time for your international departure. Before boarding, gather for a final reflection and debrief session, summarizing the week’s experiences, lessons learned, and future actions inspired by the tour.

Main Destination:

Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.