Mooi Adventures Uganda

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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

Entebbe To Lake Mburo National Park & Evening Game Drive

Entebbe To Lake Mburo National Park & Evening Game Drive

Your adventure begins with a morning pick-up in Entebbe as you travel southwest towards Lake Mburo National Park. Enjoy the changing scenery as you leave the city behind and pass through Uganda’s countryside, local communities and rolling landscapes.

Arrive at Lake Mburo in the afternoon and check into your lodge. After some time to relax, head out for an evening game drive as the golden light begins to settle over the savannah. Keep watch for zebras, impalas, buffaloes, warthogs, Uganda kobs and, with luck, other wildlife becoming active in the cooler hours.

Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

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
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Hyena Hill Lodge
  • Budget lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Walking Wildlife Safari & Transfer to Bwindi

Walking Wildlife Safari & Transfer to Bwindi

Start the morning with a unique walking wildlife safari in Lake Mburo National Park. Accompanied by an experienced ranger, leave the vehicle behind and explore the park on foot. This offers a completely different perspective of the wilderness as you learn about animal tracks, plants and the smaller details often missed from a safari vehicle. Keep your eyes open for zebras, giraffes, antelopes and other wildlife.

After the experience, begin your journey towards Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Travel through beautiful countryside and highland landscapes, passing local communities along the way. Arrive at your lodge in the evening, check in and relax ahead of tomorrows incredible gorilla trekking adventure.

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Activities:
  • Walking safari (with an armed guide)
Accommodation:
Rushaga Gorilla Havens Lodge
  • Budget lodge located just outside Rushaga (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Gorilla Trekking & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth via Ishasha

Gorilla Trekking & Transfer to Queen Elizabeth via Ishasha

Today brings one of the most unforgettable experiences of your safari—gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. After an early breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before entering the ancient rainforest with experienced ranger guides.

Trek through lush vegetation and misty forest trails in search of your assigned gorilla family. Once you find them, enjoy an unforgettable hour observing their natural behaviour, family interactions and playful youngsters.

After the trek, continue towards Queen Elizabeth National Park through the spectacular Ishasha sector. Enjoy a light game drive along the way, keeping watch for elephants, buffaloes, antelopes and, with luck, the famous tree-climbing lions resting in the branches.

Continue to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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

Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & gorilla tracking
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 4

Queen Elizabeth Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Queen Elizabeth Game Drive & Kazinga Channel Boat Safari

Wake up early for an exciting morning game drive in Queen Elizabeth National Park. Explore the savannah while wildlife is most active, looking out for elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, antelopes, lions and a variety of bird species.

Return to the lodge for lunch and some time to relax before your afternoon adventure.

Later, embark on a boat safari along the famous Kazinga Channel, one of the highlights of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Cruise between Lakes George and Edward as hippos gather in the water, crocodiles bask along the banks and elephants come down to drink. The shoreline is also alive with colourful waterbirds, creating wonderful opportunities for photography.

Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

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
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & boat trip
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 5

Equator Experience & Transfer to Kibale Forest

Equator Experience & Transfer to Kibale Forest

After breakfast, Enjoy an early morning Game drive before departing Queen Elizabeth National Park. Begin your journey towards Kibale Forest National Park, enjoying beautiful views of Uganda’s countryside along the way.

Make a memorable stop at the Equator, where you can stand in both hemispheres, take photographs and enjoy a fun experience marking this famous geographical landmark.

Continue towards Kibale, passing through lush countryside, local communities and changing landscapes. As you approach the forest, the scenery becomes increasingly green and tropical.

Arrive at your lodge in the afternoon or evening, check in and relax in preparation for tomorrow’s exciting chimpanzee trekking experience.

Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

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
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Kibale Forest Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Chimpanzee Trekking & Community Experience

Chimpanzee Trekking & Community Experience

After breakfast, head to the park headquarters for a briefing before entering Kibale Forest, famous for its remarkable population of primates. Follow experienced guides through the lush forest in search of habituated chimpanzee families.

Listen for their calls echoing through the trees and watch the canopy for movement. Once the chimpanzees are located, spend time observing their fascinating behaviour, interactions and movements in their natural habitat.

After lunch, enjoy a community experience around the Kibale area. Meet local people, learn about their daily lives and discover how communities benefit from tourism and conservation. Depending on the experience arranged, you may encounter local traditions, crafts, farming or other aspects of everyday Ugandan life.

Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Activities:
  • Chimpanzee tracking
Accommodation:
Kibale Forest Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Kibale and Transfer to Entebbe

Kibale and Transfer to Entebbe

After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe, enjoying a final scenic drive through Uganda’s countryside. Watch the landscape change as you travel from the lush western highlands towards the central region.

Along the way, enjoy short stops for refreshments, photographs and a chance to stretch your legs. Reflect on the incredible experiences of the past week—from walking among wildlife in Lake Mburo and meeting mountain gorillas in Bwindi to exploring Ishasha, cruising the Kazinga Channel and tracking chimpanzees in Kibale.

Arrive in Entebbe in the afternoon or evening for drop-off at your hotel or Entebbe International Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Uganda adventure.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinks not included

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Mooi Adventures Uganda , not SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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  • Gorilla tracking permits are subject to availability.
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