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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival at Entebbe International Airport – Transfer to Hotel
Arrival at Entebbe International Airport – Transfer to Hotel
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be welcomed by your professional English-speaking safari guide. Transfer to your hotel in Entebbe or Kampala for relaxation after your long travel. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy an optional visit to the Entebbe Botanical Gardens or the shores of Lake Victoria. Dinner and overnight!
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Accommodation:
- Papyrus Guest House
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After an early breakfast, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park via the Kampala–Masaka–Mbarara highway. En-route highlights include; Uganda Equator Monument (photography), Scenic Ankole cattle farms, Tea plantations around Bushenyi and lunch in Mbarara.
Arrive in Queen Elizabeth National Park during the afternoon and check into your lodge. Later, enjoy an evening game drive in the Kasenyi Plains where you may encounter: Uganda kob, Buffalos, Elephants, Warthog, Waterbuck, Lion (depending on luck) among others. Dinner and overnight!
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Tabingi Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Maramagambo forest & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
Maramagambo forest & Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise
After breakfast, drive to Maramagambo forest for a guided nature walk. One of the forest's highlights is the famous Bat cave (Python Cave), where thousands of bats roost. The cave can occasionally be visited by African rock pythons that prey on the bats, offering a fascinating example of predator-prey interaction in a natural setting. Other wildlife in the forest includes; Vervet monkeys, Red-tailed monkeys, Forest birds, Butterflies, Ancient fig trees among others.
After lunch, enjoy the famous Kazinga channel boat Cruise, renowned for its exceptional concentrations of wildlife. Possible sightings include; Hippopotamus, Nile crocodile, African elephant, Buffalo, African fish eagle, Pied kingfisher, Saddle-billed stork among others. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Maramagambo Forest (Queen Elizabeth NP)
- Activities:
- Nature hikes/walks & Boat trip
- Accommodation:
- Tabingi Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer to Rushaga Sector – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Transfer to Rushaga Sector – Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Enjoy breakfast before departing for Bwindi via the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Look out for the famous tree-climbing lions resting in fig trees before continuing through the scenic Kigezi Highlands. Arrive in the Rushaga Sector during the afternoon. Check in at your accommodation situated close to the Uganda Wildlife Authority briefing point and offering convenient access to gorilla activities. Spend the evening relaxing while enjoying panoramic views of Bwindi Forest. Dinner and overnight!
- Main Destination:
- Rushaga Sector (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Gorilla Habituation Experience
Gorilla Habituation Experience
Wake early for breakfast before transferring to the Uganda Wildlife Authority headquarters for registration and a detailed briefing. Unlike standard gorilla trekking, the Gorilla Habituation Experience allows visitors to spend up to four hours with a gorilla family undergoing habituation. Only four visitors are permitted per group each day, creating a highly exclusive wildlife encounter.
Accompanied by researchers, trackers, and armed ranger guides, you will follow signs left by the gorillas
before spending extended time observing them as they feed, groom, rest, play, and interact. Our packed
lunch will be enjoyed in the forest. Return to accommodation for relaxation and later dinner and
overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Rushaga Sector (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
- Activities:
- Gorilla tracking
- Accommodation:
- Four Gorillas Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Community & Nature Experience
Community & Nature Experience
After breakfast, enjoy a guided cultural experience around Rushaga. Activities may include:
* Batwa community visit (optional)
* Traditional music and dance
* Local craft making
* Banana beer brewing demonstration
* Coffee processing experience
* Village walks
* Bird watching
Return to the lodge for lunch, spend the afternoon relaxing or enjoying the lodge's forest views and later
dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Rushaga Sector (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
- Activities:
- Nature hikes/walks
- Accommodation:
- Rushaga Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Transfer towards Lake Mburo National Park
Transfer towards Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast, depart Bwindi and begin the journey toward Lake Mburo National Park. Arrive in the afternoon, check-in your accommodation and have lunch. Enjoy an evening guided nature walk or optional boat cruise on Lake Mburo, expect to encounter wildlife such as, Zebra, pythons Impala, Eland, Topi, Buffalo, Hippos, Crocodiles. Dinner and overnight!
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
- Accommodation:
- Mpogo Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Return to Entebbe
Return to Entebbe
After breakfast, enjoy a short morning game drive (time permitting) before beginning your return journey. Stop at the Uganda Equator for photographs, souvenir shopping, and lunch. Arrive in Kampala or Entebbe in the late afternoon or evening for your hotel drop-off. That marks the end of our safari in Uganda.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
