Mermar Safaris

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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

Arrival in Entebbe

Arrival in Entebbe

Welcome to Uganda! When you arrive, your friendly driver-guide will meet you at the airport and take you on a short drive to your hotel. This is your time to relax after the flight — settle in, freshen up, and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere. In the evening, you’ll have dinner at the hotel and spend the night, ready to begin your adventure the next day.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
No.5 Boutique Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Fly to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Fly to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

After breakfast, you will board a scenic domestic flight to Kisoro. Your driver awaits to drive you to your lodge upon arrival at the airstrip.
In the afternoon, you will enjoy a cultural visit with the local community.
Later, you will be transferred back to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

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:
Gorilla Leisure Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Gorilla Habituation in Bwindi

Gorilla Habituation in Bwindi

Today is the big day! Prepare yourself for an encounter with the gentle giants; the rare mountain gorillas.
For most people, this is the absolute highlight of their tour. You will go into the forest in groups of not more than 4 in search of mountain gorillas. En route, your guide will point out previous signs of gorilla activity such as dung, nests, and chewed bamboo shoots.
Your trek will be an exciting journey along forested slopes, entwined vines, bushes, and bamboo. Upon finding the gorillas, you will spend a maximum of 4 hour with them after which you will be led back to the starting point.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Gorilla Leisure Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Drive to Lake Bunyonyi

Drive to Lake Bunyonyi

After breakfast, you will head for a scenic drive through the hills and villages to Lake Bunyonyi, known for its serene beauty and island-dotted waters.
Upon arrival, you will have a relaxed afternoon as you enjoy the lodge’s amenities.
Later in the evening, you will head out for a sunset boat cruise on the mighty Lake Bunyonyi.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation:
Arcadia Lodge Lake Bunyonyi
  • Mid-range lodge located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Transfer to Ishasha Sector

Transfer to Ishasha Sector

Early morning after your breakfast, you will start your journey to the southern sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. The Ishasha sector is famous for its tree-climbing lions. An afternoon game drive ends with sundowners in the bush — a classic safari moment.

Main Destination:
Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
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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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Ishasha Wilderness Camp
  • Luxury tented bush camp (with rustic facilities) located inside Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Drive to Mweya Sector of Queen Elizabeth

Drive to Mweya Sector of Queen Elizabeth

After breakfast, you will drive to the northern part of Queen Elizabeth National Park and check in at Buffalo Safari Lodge.
In the afternoon, you will go on a game drive in the Kasenyi plains. This area is known for animals like elephants, buffalo, Uganda Kob, and sometimes lions. Your guide will help you spot wildlife and explain what you see. This is a fun and relaxing way to explore the park.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Buffalo Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Game Drive and Kazinga Channel cruise

Game Drive and Kazinga Channel cruise

You will have an early morning game drive offering more wildlife encounters, followed by a luxury boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel this cruise will take a maximum of 3 hours. Hippos, crocodiles, and vibrant birdlife fill the afternoon. Photography lovers will be in heaven.
You will later have a relaxed evening as you enjoy the amenities at your lodge.

Main Destination:
Kazinga Channel (Queen Elizabeth NP)
Accommodation:
Buffalo Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Drive from Queen Elizabeth to Kibale Forest

Drive from Queen Elizabeth to Kibale Forest

You will have an early morning breakfast after which you will hit the road. You will then travel through tea plantations and rolling hills to Kibale Forest
You will have an afternoon set to relax at your lodge as you prepare for the next day’s activities.

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:
Kyaninga Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located less than 1hr drive from Kibale NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale

After early morning breakfast, your driver/guide will drive you to Kibale National Park office where you will be briefed about the activity of tracking chimpanzees in the wild.
You will then go on a guided primate walk in search of chimpanzees and 12 other primates including l’ Hoestes, Red colobus, blue, red-tailed monkeys, brown monkeys, and grey-cheeked mangabey.
The park rangers will provide detailed explanations, not only on primates but on all the forest fauna and flora, and will ensure that your walk is informative and enjoyable.
After finding the chimps, you will spend 1 hour with them before heading back to the park offices.
You will go back to the lodge for lunch & refreshments.
After lunch, you will visit the community and take a walk in Bigodi Swamp – which is the home of the great blue Turaco bird. The swamp is home to around 200 bird species and 8 primate species. Later, return to your accommodation for dinner & overnight stay.

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

Day 10

Drive from Kibale to Murchison Falls National Park

Drive from Kibale to Murchison Falls National Park

After breakfast at your lodge in Kibale, you will start your journey to Murchison Falls National Park. The drive takes most of the day, but it’s full of beautiful views; tea farms, green hills, and small villages along the way. Around lunchtime, you will stop in Hoima town or enjoy a packed lunch.
Later in the afternoon, you will enter the park and visit the top of the falls to see the Nile River crashing through a narrow gap—it's a powerful and exciting sight.
By evening, you’ll reach your lodge, where you can relax, enjoy the sunset, and have dinner. It’s a travel day, but the changing scenery makes it special.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
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
Show more
LeopardOccasional
ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Entikko Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 11

Game Drive and Boat Safari

Game Drive and Boat Safari

After a good night’s rest, you’ll wake up to the sounds of nature and enjoy breakfast at your lodge. This morning is all about adventure — you will head out on a game drive across the savannah, where you might see elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions, and more. Your guide will help spot animals and share stories about the park’s wildlife.
After lunch back at the lodge, you will take a relaxing boat cruise along the Nile River. This is one of the highlights of Murchison Falls: you will float past hippos, crocodiles, and birds, all the way to the base of the powerful waterfall. If you’re feeling energetic, you can hike to the top of the falls for an amazing view.
In the evening, you will return to the lodge for dinner and a peaceful night under the stars.

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

Day 12

Game Drive and Leisure

Game Drive and Leisure

Rise early for a sunrise game drive across the northern sector of Murchison Falls National Park. This is prime wildlife viewing time, when animals are most active and the golden light makes everything feel magical. You will explore open savannah and riverine woodland, with chances to spot lions on the hunt, herds of elephants grazing, giraffes silhouetted against the horizon, and elusive leopards lounging in trees. Your guide will tailor the route to maximize sightings and share insights into animal behavior and park ecology.
After returning to the lodge, enjoy a leisurely lunch and unwind at your own pace. You might relax by the pool, take in the views from your veranda, or simply enjoy the quiet rhythm of the bush.

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

Day 13

Drive from Murchison Falls to Jinja

Drive from Murchison Falls to Jinja

After breakfast, you will check out and begin the journey southeast to Jinja, a vibrant town on the shores of Lake Victoria and the Source of the Nile. The drive takes approximately 6–7 hours, with stops to stretch and enjoy the changing landscapes.
You will pause for lunch along the way, upon arrival in Jinja, settle into your lodge overlooking the Nile.
The afternoon is yours to relax as you enjoy the river views.

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)

Day 14

White water Rafting

White water Rafting

After breakfast, you will go to the Nile River for a full-day rafting trip. The guides will explain everything and help you get ready. Then you will start your journey down the river, going through big waves and exciting rapids. There will be calm parts too, where you can relax and enjoy the beautiful views.
This is one of the most exciting rafting trips on earth going up to 31 km and includes a fantastic barbeque lunch and complimentary drinks after the trip. By the end of the day, you will be tired but happy, with great memories and stories to share. You’ll return to the lodge for dinner and rest.

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)

Day 15

Return to Entebbe and Departure

Return to Entebbe and Departure

After breakfast, you will check out and begin the drive back to Entebbe. The journey takes around 3–4 hours, passing through lush countryside and small towns
Depending on your flight time, you may visit a craft market or enjoy a quiet moment by Lake Victoria before heading to the airport. It’s a gentle close to your adventure — full of memories, stories, and the calm satisfaction of a journey well spent.
This will mark the end of your holiday in Uganda.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
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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  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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