Riso African 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

Transfer to Murchison falls National park

Transfer to Murchison falls National park

Depart early and head north to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for guided rhino tracking. Continue to Murchison Falls National Park, before you check in to the lodge you have a stopover at the top of falls or sunset views. Overnight in a lodge within or near the park.

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
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LeopardOccasional
ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Nkundwa Nile View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Morning Game Driver and afternoon boat-cruise

Morning Game Driver and afternoon boat-cruise

Begin with a morning game drive on the northern bank, where you may spot giraffes, elephants, buffalo, and lions. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari to the base of the thundering Murchison Falls. have a chance to see hippos, crocodiles, elephants and cape buffalo.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Nkundwa Nile View Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Transfer to Kibale forest national park

Transfer to Kibale forest national park

Drive through scenic countryside to Kibale National Park, known for its rich primate population. En route, pass beautiful tea plantations and rural homesteads. Arrive and relax at your lodge near the park or have a walk in the community to learn about new things like culture and so on.

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:
Kibale Forest Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Chimps trekking and bigodi wetland walk

Chimps trekking and bigodi wetland walk

Join a chimpanzee tracking excursion in Kibale Forest in the morning. In the afternoon, explore the Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary, a community-run ecotourism project where you’ll spot birds, monkeys, and meet local villagers. Learn about their traditions and medicinal plants.

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

Day 5

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most diverse and visited parks. Stop at the equator line in Kikorongo for memorable photos before entering the park. In the evening, enjoy a short game drive in the Kasenyi plains.

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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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp
  • Budget lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Morning Game drive and Afternoon kazinga channel boat-cruise

Morning Game drive and Afternoon kazinga channel boat-cruise

After breakfast, transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda’s most diverse and visited parks. Stop at the equator line in Kikorongo for memorable photos before entering the park. In the evening, enjoy a short game drive in the Kasenyi plains.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp
  • Budget lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Ishasha Sector and Transfer to Bwindi

Ishasha Sector and Transfer to Bwindi

Drive through the scenic Ishasha sector, renowned for its rare tree-climbing lions and have stopover for lunch along the way. Continue south to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to almost half of the world’s mountain gorillas.

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 Mist Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

This is the highlight of the safari – gorilla trekking. After a briefing at the park headquarters, venture deep into Bwindi’s dense forest in search of a gorilla family. Once found, spend one unforgettable hour observing these gentle giants. In the evening, enjoy cultural entertainment by the Batwa community.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Gorilla Mist Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Ruhija (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Today, head to Lake Mburo National Park, the smallest savannah park but home to zebras, giraffes, impalas, and elands be at the lodge around lunch time after lunch relax around the swimming pool as you prepare for an evening game drive. In the evening, take a game drive or a walking safari for a closer look at the wildlife.

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionNone
Accommodation:
Rwakobo Rock Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Walking safari and Transfer to Entebbe

Walking safari and Transfer to Entebbe

Start the morning with a guided walking safari in Lake Mburo, where you can see zebras, giraffes, and antelopes up close. Later, drive back to Entebbe with a stop at the Uganda Equator for for lunch, photography and souvenir shopping then after proceed to entebbe airport.

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)

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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  • This tour is offered by Riso African Safaris, not SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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