Valverde Safaris

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$4,274 to $4,352 pp (USD)

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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

Early Morning Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Vist Top of the Falls

Early Morning Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary & Vist Top of the Falls

After your airport pickup, begin the journey early in the morning toward Murchison Falls National Park. Stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino-tracking experience on foot, observing southern white rhinos and learning about conservation efforts. Continue north through Uganda’s countryside, visit the top of the falls before heading to your lodge, where you can relax after the journey.

Main Destination:
Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch (Uganda)
Best Time To Go June to August and December to February (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather
Activities:
  • Morning walking safari (with an armed guide)
Accommodation:
Pakuba Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Early Morning Game Drive and Nile River Boat Safari

Early Morning Game Drive and Nile River Boat Safari

Set out early in the morning for a game drive in Murchison Falls National Park, exploring the savannah in search of elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, lions and other wildlife. Later, enjoy a boat safari along the Victoria Nile toward the base of Murchison Falls. Watch for hippos, crocodiles and waterbirds while taking in the scenery before returning to your lodge.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park (Uganda)
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
Activities:
  • Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & afternoon boat trip
Accommodation:
Pakuba Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Early Morning Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Early Morning Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Depart early in the morning from Murchison Falls National Park and travel south toward Kibale Forest National Park, one of Uganda’s leading destinations for chimpanzee tracking. Enjoy changing landscapes, rural communities and scenic countryside along the journey. On arrival, settle into your lodge and relax ahead of the next day’s early morning chimpanzee trek and Bigodi Swamp walk.

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:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
  • Mid-range guest house located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Early Morning Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Swamp Walk

Early Morning Chimpanzee Tracking and Bigodi Swamp Walk

Start early in the morning for chimpanzee tracking in Kibale Forest National Park. Accompanied by experienced guides and trackers, follow rainforest trails in search of habituated chimpanzees and observe their behaviour in the wild. Later, join a guided walk through Bigodi Swamp to discover wetland wildlife, colourful birdlife, local plants and community conservation initiatives before returning to your lodge.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Activities:
  • Early morning chimpanzee tracking & afternoon nature hike/walk
Accommodation:
Chimpanzee Forest Lodge
  • Mid-range guest house located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Early Morning Transfer to Queen Elizabeth and Kasenyi Game Drive

Early Morning Transfer to Queen Elizabeth and Kasenyi Game Drive

Begin the transfer early in the morning from Kibale toward Queen Elizabeth National Park, enjoying views of the Albertine Rift and western Uganda’s countryside. After reaching the park, explore the Kasenyi Plains on a game drive in search of elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kob, antelopes and lions. Take in the open savannah and diverse wildlife before heading to your lodge for the evening.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
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
Show more
ZebraNone
Activities:
  • Afternoon game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Ishwa Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Early Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Kazinga Channel Cruise

Early Morning Game Drive and Afternoon Kazinga Channel Cruise

Head out early in the morning for a game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park, looking for elephants, buffaloes, lions, Uganda kob and other savannah wildlife. Later, take a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, connecting Lakes Edward and George. Watch hippos, crocodiles and abundant waterbirds along the shoreline while enjoying views of this remarkable wildlife habitat.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park (Uganda)
Activities:
  • Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & afternoon boat trip
Accommodation:
Ishwa Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Early Morning Ishasha Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi

Early Morning Ishasha Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi

Depart early in the morning and travel through Queen Elizabeth National Park toward the Ishasha Sector, famous for its tree-climbing lions. Enjoy a wildlife drive in search of lions resting in fig trees, as well as elephants, buffaloes and other savannah species. Continue toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and settle into your lodge in preparation for the following day’s gorilla trekking.

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:
  • Early morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Bweza Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi Impenetrable NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Early Morning Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Transfer to Kigali

Early Morning Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Transfer to Kigali

Start early in the morning for mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Accompanied by experienced guides and trackers, hike through the rainforest in search of a habituated gorilla family and spend an unforgettable hour observing the gorillas once located. Afterwards, cross the border into Rwanda and continue to Kigali for your drop-off, concluding your Uganda–Rwanda safari.

Main Destination:
Kigali International Airport (Kigali, Rwanda)
Activities:
  • Early morning gorilla tracking
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 Valverde Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • 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.