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Arrival
Day 1
Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Early in the morning, the driver will pick you up from your hotel or airport and brief you before heading out to Murchison Falls which is in the northern part of Uganda. Along the way, you will make a stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola where rhinos are being reintroduced to the wild in Uganda. You'll have a complete feel of the African Big Five mammals, as it is the rhinos, out of the Big Five that are missing in Murchison Falls National Park. Here you will go for a trek around the sanctuary on foot. You will have lunch at the sanctuary and some relaxation for an indefinitely short time and embark on an exciting road trip to Murchison Falls, arriving in the evening. After checking in at the lodge, your safari guide will lead you for the game drive in Murchison Falls National Park on the lookout for the like lions, hyenas, and leopards among others. Proceed back to the lodge for relaxation and dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Morning Game Drive- Boat Cruise and Hike to the Top of the Falls
Morning Game Drive- Boat Cruise and Hike to the Top of the Falls
Start your day with a warm morning tea or coffee, followed by a game drive to the northern bank in search of wildlife such as lions, giraffes, oribis, elephants, Jackson’s hartebeests, Uganda kobs, buffaloes, and a variety of bird species. Return to the lodge in time for lunch and enjoy some relaxation before an exciting afternoon activity.
After lunch, embark on a 3-hour boat ride along the Nile River down to the base of the falls. Along the way, observe crocodiles and hippos in the water, while buffaloes, waterbucks, and elephants are often seen grazing or drinking along the riverbanks. Later, hike to the top of the falls for a spectacular view. Conclude your day back at the lodge with a relaxed evening, dinner, and overnight stay.
Meal plan: All meals are included.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Today, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park, with lunch en route. This scenic journey takes you through picturesque African villages, rolling green hills, tea and banana plantations, and traditional homesteads. Arrive at the lodge in the late evening, with the option of an evening game drive if time permits.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pumba Safari Cottages
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Chimpanzees trekking and Afternoon boat cruise
Chimpanzees trekking and Afternoon boat cruise
Have an early morning breakfast then go for a morning Chimpanzees trekking in Kalinzu forest, you will be briefed about the dos and don'ts of Chimpanzees trekking and then embark on the forest hike, here you will have a chance to see chimpanzees in their natural habitat. In the afternoon hours, you will partake in a launch cruise along the Kazinga Channel. You will appreciate the high scores of elephants, hippos, buffalos, and crocodiles. Several bird species will also be seen including the rare shoe bill.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Tree-Climbing Lions in Ishasha and Transfer to Bwindi Gorilla Land
Tree-Climbing Lions in Ishasha and Transfer to Bwindi Gorilla Land
You'll transfer through the Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park on the way to Bwindi, this area is known for its tree-climbing lions. In Ishasha, we will drive off in this adventurous vast savannah area with topis and African elephants and you'll hopefully get the lions high in the fig tree branches. You will have lunch in Ishasha and continue with the transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Here you will experience a change in the landscape from flat savanna, via cultivated hills to jungle-covered mountains.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Gorilla Tracking And Batwa Culture Tour
Gorilla Tracking And Batwa Culture Tour
Have an early morning breakfast and have a short drive to the briefing point. Enjoy the biggest highlight of this tour, Gorilla trekking may last for about 3 to 6 hours depending on the gorilla family you’re assigned to visit. You will trek through the rainforest and bamboo-covered slopes, escorted by the ranger guide and other guest trackers, on the lookout for the mountain gorillas.
The trekking can sometimes be hard and long, but as soon as you catch a glimpse of the beautiful silverback, any discomforts will be forgotten. As a result of the nature of the activity, you will eat packed lunch in the forest. Later retire to the lodge for relaxation. In the evening, go for the Batwa community walk where you will visit the local people, Batwa pygmies are an indigenous group of people who have lived in this forest for many years, and enjoy traditional dances from. Transfer lake Bunyonyi. Your dinner and overnight at the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Accommodation:
-
Itambira Island Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Transfer to Kampala City or Entebbe Airport via the Equator Line
Transfer to Kampala City or Entebbe Airport via the Equator Line
After breakfast, check out of the lodge and embark on the boat ride to the mainland. You will later get set to Kampala with a stopover along the way for lunch and at the Equator to take photographs and purchase some souvenirs. After your lunch, you will continue to Kampala or Entebbe Airport.
Meal plan: Breakfast and lunch.
- Main Destination:
- Equator Point Uganda (Highlight)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
