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Day 1
Lake Victoria Adventure & Shoebill Tracking
Lake Victoria Adventure & Shoebill Tracking
Your journey begins with a pickup from your hotel or the airport by your private guide.
You'll head to the shores of Lake Victoria for a shoebill trek, where you’ll first board a motorboat, then switch to a local community canoe to reach the heart of the swamp. Here, you’ll search for the legendary shoebill — a rare bird found only in a few parts of Africa.
After the trek, you'll continue your journey in a safari Land Cruiser, comfortably equipped for road travel. You'll arrive at Uganda’s only rhino sanctuary, check in to your lodge, and relax — rhinos often roam close to the accommodation, offering close encounters right from your doorstep.
- Main Destination:
- Mabamba Swamp
- Accommodation:
- Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch - Guest House
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Rhino Trekking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Rhino Trekking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
You'll start your day with a rare and unforgettable experience — tracking rhinos on foot in the only place in Uganda where wild rhinos roam freely. This guided walking experience, led by expert rangers, allows you to approach these endangered giants safely and observe them at close range in their natural environment.
After the trek, you'll continue your journey north to Murchison Falls, Uganda’s largest and oldest national park. As you drive through the savannah, keep your eyes open — wildlife like giraffes, elephants, and antelopes are often seen even before you reach the lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch
- Accommodation:
- Bamboo Village Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Morning Game Drive and boat safari at Murchison Falls National Park
Morning Game Drive and boat safari at Murchison Falls National Park
You'll start your day with a morning game drive as you search for the rest of the Big Five—lions, leopards, elephants, and buffalo. Wildlife is very diverse here, with good chances of spotting giraffes, Uganda kobs, Jackson’s hartebeest, bushbucks, hyenas, and warthogs.
In the afternoon, you'll take a boat safari on the Nile, the longest river in the world, to the base of Murchison Falls, the most powerful waterfall on the planet. Watch as the river forces its way through a 7-meter gorge and plunges 43 meters below. Along the way, keep an eye out for hippos, crocodiles, and birds like fish eagles and kingfishers.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Bamboo Village Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to kibale national park
Transfer to kibale national park
You'll start the day with a final drive through Murchison Falls National Park. Early morning offers great chances to spot hyenas and other wildlife, so keep your camera ready.
You'll head south toward Kibale. The landscape shifts quickly — from dry savannah to lush hills blanketed in tea plantations.
You'll check in at the lodge and rest after the journey.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Isunga Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Kibale National Park Adventure The Primate's Capital
Kibale National Park Adventure The Primate's Capital
You'll start your day by choosing one of several enriching experiences around Kibale:
- You'll visit a local vanilla plantation. You'll discover how Uganda’s vanilla is grown and processed. Walk through the farm, learn, and even plant a vanilla plant yourself.
- You'll guided walk through Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary. This community-run project offers more than nature. You'll learn about traditional coffee making, medicinal plants, local crafts, and how banana beer and gin are brewed.
- You'll hike to nearby crater lakes. A scenic walk through lush terrain leading to serene volcanic lakes with stunning views.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Chimpanzee Trekking & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Chimpanzee Trekking & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
This morning, you’ll start with chimpanzee trekking in Kalinzu Forest, a scenic reserve known for its wild chimpanzee population. With the help of experienced local guides, you’ll track a chimp group and, once found, spend up to one hour observing their behavior in the wild. It's a raw, unfiltered wildlife experience that gives real insight into how these primates live.
In the afternoon, you'll set off on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, home to one of the world’s largest hippo populations. You’ll glide past massive pods of hippos, crocodiles basking on the banks, and large herds of elephants and buffalo coming to drink. Few places in Africa offer such consistent and close-up encounters with wildlife.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- The Bush Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Tree-Climbing Lions and Bwindi Gorilla Land
Tree-Climbing Lions and Bwindi Gorilla Land
Today, you’ll travel through the remote Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, best known as the place to see tree-climbing lions. This is one of the few areas in Africa where lions regularly rest in the branches of large fig trees — a rare and fascinating sight.
You’ll explore the open savannah of Ishasha, looking out for tree-climbing lions, topis, and elephants before continuing the journey to Bwindi.
As you drive south, the scenery shifts from flat plains to rolling, cultivated hills, and finally into the dense, mountainous jungle of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
You'll arrive at your lodge in the late afternoon and enjoy a quiet evening in the heart of gorilla territory.
- Main Destination:
- Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
- Accommodation:
- Ride 4 a Woman Guesthouse
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Gorilla Trekking at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Gorilla Trekking at Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Today, you’ll trek in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that is home to nearly half of the world’s remaining mountain gorillas. After a short briefing, you'll set off with your guide into the forest to track one of the habituated gorilla families. Once located, you’ll spend one unforgettable hour observing them up close — playing, moving through the trees, and interacting with each other in their natural environment.
This is the highlight of any trip to Uganda and an experience that leaves a lasting impression.
After the trek, you will continue your adventure to Lake Bunyonyi.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Heritage Lodge, Habuharo
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Lake Bunyonyi & Lake Mburo National Park
Lake Bunyonyi & Lake Mburo National Park
You'll start your day at Lake Bunyonyi, one of Uganda’s most tranquil and picturesque locations. Surrounded by terraced hills and dotted with 29 islands, it offers the perfect atmosphere for a peaceful morning.
Afterward, you will continue your journey to Lake Mburo National Park. Upon arrival, you'll check in to your accommodation and decide whether to relax or continue your adventure with an exciting afternoon game drive, beginning to explore this unique park.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Hyena Hill Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Walking Safari at Lake Mburo National Park
Walking Safari at Lake Mburo National Park
You'll begin the day with a game drive or walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda’s smallest savannah park — but one packed with wildlife. This is one of the best places in the country to spot zebras and impalas, alongside giraffes and buffalo. The peaceful landscape offers a perfect contrast to the dense forests visited earlier in the trip.
After the safari, you'll travel back to Entebbe, stopping at the Equator for lunch. Here, you’ll have time to enjoy a good meal, take a few last photos, and browse local craft shops for souvenirs before returning to Entebbe to wrap up your trip.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
