$2,145 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Kampala to Lake Mburo National Park
Kampala to Lake Mburo National Park
Begin your safari adventure with an early morning departure from Kampala or Entebbe at 6:30 AM. The scenic 3.5-hour drive takes you through Uganda's picturesque countryside to Lake Mburo National Park, the closest national park to the capital.
Upon Arrival:
• Immediate game drive through the park's diverse habitats
• Spot zebras, impalas, elands, waterbucks, warthogs, and buffaloes
• Drive through acacia woodland and open savannah
• Check in at Rwakobo Rock Lodge for lunch
Afternoon Activities:
• Boat safari on Lake Mburo (the park's largest lake)
• Observe hippos, crocodiles, and diverse water birds
• Watch African fish eagles and kingfishers along the shoreline
• Enjoy stunning lakeside scenery and sunset views
Optional Evening Activity:
Night game drive to search for nocturnal wildlife including hyenas, leopards, and bush babies (additional cost).
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Rwakobo Rock Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Ankole Cow Farm Experience at Emburara Farm Lodge
Ankole Cow Farm Experience at Emburara Farm Lodge
Experience the rich pastoral heritage of the Banyankore people with a full day immersed in traditional cattle farming culture at the beautiful Emburara Farm Lodge. The Banyankore tribe's entire culture revolves around the majestic Ankole long-horned cattle.
Early Morning:
• Rise early to participate in traditional cow milking
• Learn about traditional milk processing and dairy products
• Join local herdsmen taking cattle out for morning grazing
• Learn about the cultural significance of the Ankole cow
Mid-Morning & Afternoon:
• Return to lodge for late breakfast
• Visit local communities and observe traditional farming practices
• Interact with herdsmen and learn about cattle-keeping traditions
• See crop farming activities in the surrounding communities
• Evening grazing activities with the cattle.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Emburara Farm Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Afternoon Game Drive
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park – Afternoon Game Drive
After breakfast, depart Emburara Farm Lodge and journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, Uganda's most visited safari destination. The 3-4 hour drive offers spectacular views of the Western Rift Valley escarpment, crater lakes, and rural Ugandan life.
Morning Transfer:
• Depart Emburara Farm Lodge after breakfast
• Scenic drive through Western Uganda with stunning Rift Valley views
• Pass by the dramatic Kichwamba Escarpment
• Arrive at Queen Elizabeth National Park and check in at your lodge
Afternoon Game Drive (Kasenyi Plains):
• Game drive through the Kasenyi plains - prime big cat territory
• Search for lions, leopards, spotted hyenas, and jackals
• Observe large herds of Uganda kob (the park's emblem antelope)
• Spot elephants, buffaloes, waterbucks, and warthogs
• Exceptional bird watching with raptors, ground hornbills, and various water birds.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Chimpanzee Tracking in Kyambura Gorge & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Chimpanzee Tracking in Kyambura Gorge & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Today combines two of Uganda's most thrilling wildlife experiences: tracking chimpanzees in the dramatic Kyambura Gorge, often referred to as the 'Valley of Apes,' followed by a boat safari on the legendary Kazinga Channel, boasting the world's highest concentration of hippos.
Early Morning - Chimpanzee Tracking (6:00 AM - 12:00 PM):
• Early breakfast and transfer to Kyambura Gorge (30-minute drive)
• Pre-tracking briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers at 7:30 AM
• Descend into the 100-meter-deep forested gorge with experienced trackers
• Track a habituated chimpanzee community (tracking duration: 2-5 hours)
• Spend up to one hour observing chimps feeding, playing, and socializing
• Watch for other primates including black-and-white colobus and red-tailed monkeys
• Marvel at the lush riverine forest contrasting with the surrounding savannah
• Return to lodge for lunch and rest.
- Main Destination:
- Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Morning Game Drive & Return to Kampala/Entebbe
Morning Game Drive & Return to Kampala/Entebbe
Your final morning offers one last opportunity to experience the magic of Queen Elizabeth National Park before beginning your journey back to Kampala or Entebbe.
Early Morning Game Drive:
• Early morning game drive to catch predators during active hunting hours
• Last opportunities to spot lions, leopards, and hyenas
• Observe elephants and buffalo as they begin their daily routines
• Return to lodge for breakfast and checkout
Journey Back to Kampala/Entebbe:
• Depart Queen Elizabeth National Park after breakfast
• Scenic 5-6 hour drive through Western Uganda countryside
• Stop for lunch en route (included)
• Photo stop at the Equator monument (optional)
• Arrive in Kampala/Entebbe by late afternoon/early evening.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
