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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Warm welcome to Entebbe International Airport

Warm welcome to Entebbe International Airport

Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your private safari guide and transfer to your luxury hotel. Depending on your arrival time, you may relax at the lodge or take a short excursion to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or Uganda Wildlife Education Centre. Your guide will brief you on your safari itinerary over a welcome dinner.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City, Uganda)
Accommodation:
Lake Victoria Serena Golf Resort & Spa
  • Luxury resort located in Kampala (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

After breakfast, begin your journey northward toward Murchison Falls National Park. En route, stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided walking safari to see rhinos up close. Continue to the park, arriving in time for a short evening game drive. You’ll settle into your luxury lodge along the Nile River and enjoy dinner overlooking the river’s vast landscape.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)
Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures)

Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
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LeopardOccasional
ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Paraa Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Morning Game drive and Afternoon Boat ride

Morning Game drive and Afternoon Boat ride

The day begins with a sunrise game drive on the northern banks of the Nile, offering a chance to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, and possibly leopards. After breakfast back at the lodge, enjoy some rest before embarking on an afternoon boat cruise on the Victoria Nile. This iconic boat ride takes you to the base of Murchison Falls, where the Nile explodes through a narrow gorge. An optional hike to the top of the falls offers panoramic views of the roaring cascade.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)
Accommodation:
Paraa Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Transfer to Kibale National Park

Transfer to Kibale National Park

Today is a scenic journey south to the primate capital of the world—Kibale Forest. The drive winds through the lush Albertine Rift Valley, with views of tea plantations, traditional homesteads, and crater lakes. You’ll arrive in the Fort Portal area in the late afternoon and check into your forest lodge perched above a crater lake or nestled within the forest.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Chimp trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather January to February and June to July (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LionVery Rare
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Papaya Lake Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Walk

Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Walk

After an early breakfast, head into Kibale Forest for your guided chimpanzee tracking experience. Accompanied by an expert ranger, you’ll follow the calls of the chimps through the forest. Once located, you’ll observe these intelligent primates up close as they feed, play, and communicate. In the afternoon, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run conservation area rich in birdlife and monkeys. This area offers both cultural and ecological insights into Uganda’s biodiversity.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Papaya Lake Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After a leisurely breakfast, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park, descending through scenic hills and crater lakes to the savannah plains. Upon arrival, enjoy an afternoon boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway that attracts one of the highest concentrations of hippos and Nile crocodiles in Africa, along with elephants, buffalo, and countless bird species. The slow cruise offers incredible photo opportunities and a peaceful introduction to this diverse ecosystem.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
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
Show more
ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Mweya Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Morning Game Drive & Afternoon Boat Cruise

Morning Game Drive & Afternoon Boat Cruise

The day begins with a game drive in the Kasenyi plains, where lion prides, Uganda kob, and elephants are frequently spotted. Afterwards, head further south to the Ishasha Sector of the park, renowned for its population of rare tree-climbing lions. These lions often lounge in fig trees during the heat of the day. You'll enjoy a picnic lunch and a game drive en route to your luxury lodge near Bwindi.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
Accommodation:
Mweya Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park via Ishasha

After breakfast and a brief game drive in Ishasha, you will continue your journey into the highlands of southwestern Uganda, home to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the most biologically diverse areas on the planet. Upon arrival, settle into your exclusive lodge with sweeping views of the rainforest. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure or take part in an optional cultural walk to a nearby Batwa community.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February (Gorilla trekking is easiest)
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP

Accommodation:
Four Gorillas Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

This is the highlight of your safari. After an early breakfast, proceed to the park headquarters for a briefing before your gorilla trekking adventure begins. Trekking through the mist-covered forest can take between 2–6 hours, depending on the location of your assigned gorilla family. Once found, you’ll spend a magical hour in the presence of these gentle giants, observing their movements and social interactions. The experience is profoundly moving and unforgettable. Return to your lodge for a well-deserved rest.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Four Gorillas Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Scenic Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Scenic Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After breakfast, depart for Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s deepest and most scenic lake. Known for its terraced hills and dotted with over 25 islands, Lake Bunyonyi is a tranquil destination perfect for rest and relaxation. Enjoy a boat ride to explore the islands, including Punishment Island, or simply relax at your lakeside lodge, swim in the bilharzia-free waters, or take a short nature walk.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi (Uganda)
Accommodation:
Birdnest @ Bunyonyi Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 11

Transfer to Kigali International Airport

Transfer to Kigali International Airport

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast by the lake before setting off for your scenic drive to Kigali, Rwanda. The drive takes approximately 4–5 hours, passing through the border post at Cyanika or Katuna. In Kigali, you may opt for a brief city tour or a visit to the Genocide Memorial (time permitting) before being dropped off at Kigali International Airport for your departure.

Main Destination:
Kigali International Airport (Kigali, Rwanda)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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