$4,213 to $4,279 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Wetlands and Wilderness Beginnings
Wetlands and Wilderness Beginnings
Your adventure begins at dawn in Entebbe with a serene boat ride across the Mabamba wetlands, where the elusive shoebill stork, Uganda’s most iconic bird, awaits your lens. The marshes are alive with fluttering wings and morning mist. After a hearty breakfast, drive north through the Ugandan countryside to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino tracking experience on foot, a thrilling prelude to your safari. Continue to Masindi Hotel, Uganda’s oldest hotel, where history whispers through its colonial walls.
- Main Destination:
- Mabamba Swamp
- Accommodation:
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Masindi Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Chimp Calls and Nile Currents
Chimp Calls and Nile Currents
An early drive leads you into Budongo Forest, one of East Africa’s richest mahogany forests. Step into the wild for a chimpanzee trekking adventure, the air buzzing with their playful chatter. Afterward, journey to Murchison Falls National Park and embark on an afternoon boat cruise along the Nile, where hippos bask and crocodiles linger below the mighty falls. As the golden hour sets, enjoy an evening game drive before resting at Bamboo Village Safari Lodge, embraced by the sounds of the African night.
- Main Destination:
- Budongo Forest (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Bamboo Village Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Budongo Forest
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Roar of the Falls to the Mountains of the Moon
Roar of the Falls to the Mountains of the Moon
Start the day at the Top of the Falls, feeling the thunderous spray as the Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge. Then embark on a scenic drive westward through rolling farmlands and tea estates to the foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains, fondly known as the Mountains of the Moon. Stay at Hotel Margherita, with views of mist-cloaked peaks and crisp mountain air.
- Main Destination:
- Rwenzori Mountains (Mountain Range)
- Accommodation:
- Hotel Margherita
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Hike, Heights & Savannah Nights
Hike, Heights & Savannah Nights
Lace up your boots for a day hike in the Rwenzoris, surrounded by waterfalls, exotic flora, and birdsong. Descend and continue south to Queen Elizabeth National Park, arriving in time for an evening game drive through the Kasenyi plains — where elephants, buffaloes, and lions often roam. Overnight at Elephant Hab Lodge, perfectly poised on the edge of the park.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Savannah to the Impenetrable Forest
Savannah to the Impenetrable Forest
Start with an early morning game drive, followed by a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, famed for its dense concentration of hippos and birds. After lunch, journey through scenic highlands to the misty Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, home of the mountain gorillas. Rest at Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse, a warm community-run lodge supporting local women artisans.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Face to Face with the Mountain Gorillas and The Batwa People of Uganda
Face to Face with the Mountain Gorillas and The Batwa People of Uganda
The day you’ve been waiting for! Venture into the thick, ancient forest for a gorilla tracking experience — an emotional and humbling encounter with one of the world’s most endangered species. In the afternoon, immerse in a Batwa cultural experience, learning the forest traditions and storytelling of Uganda’s first people.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Lake of a Thousand Islands
Lake of a Thousand Islands
Depart for Lake Bunyonyi, Uganda’s most picturesque lake, dotted with lush islands. Take a boat trip across its tranquil waters, visit local communities, and soak in the cool, mountain breeze. Your evening unfolds at Birdnest Resort, with dinner overlooking the lake’s mirror-like surface.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Accommodation:
- Birdnest @ Bunyonyi Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Cattle, Culture, and Conservation
Cattle, Culture, and Conservation
After breakfast, drive to Lake Mburo National Park, the smallest but most intimate of Uganda’s savannah parks. Enjoy a game drive in search of zebra, eland, and giraffe, then visit the Ankole cattle keepers for an authentic cultural encounter with these proud pastoralists. Spend the night at Rwakobo Rock, where the plains stretch endlessly below your cliffside cottage.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Rwakobo Rock Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Nature's Farewell and The Equatorline
Nature's Farewell and The Equatorline
Begin with a guided nature walk, meeting zebra and impala on foot, a perfect, serene ending to your adventure. After breakfast, journey back to Entebbe via the Equator, where you’ll pause for photos and perhaps a handmade souvenir to take home.
As the journey concludes, you’ll realize this was not just a safari, it was a story. A story of Uganda’s wild heart, its soulful people, and the Deluxe touch that turns travel into lifelong memory.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
