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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

Arrival at Entebbe airport

Arrival at Entebbe airport

Your Safari Journey will begin with arrival at Entebbe International Airport, Here you will be met by Karumuna Safaris Official Driver who will help you get to your hotel in kampala, where you will have bed and breakfast as you get ready for your safari the next day.

Main Destination:
Kampala (City)
Accommodation:
Marie's Royale Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Kampala (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Start the drive towards Kidepo Valley National Park

Start the drive towards Kidepo Valley National Park

You will have an early Breakfast, followed by a briefing by our Tour Guides who will advise on how the Safari will be conducted and futher restating the Itinerary.
We then start driving north, Targeting lunch in Gulu/ enroute, Uganda’s second biggest town. On our way there is alot of Uganda's Natural features, villages and Rural settings to View and appreciate Before getting to kitgum town for the night.

Main Destination:
Kitgum (Town)
Accommodation:
The Boma Nairobi
  • Luxury hotel located in Nairobi (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Evening Game-drive in Kidepo Valley National Park

Evening Game-drive in Kidepo Valley National Park

After our breakfast we embark on a Journey further East North of Uganda to the Kidepo valley National Park. Kidepo is one of the wildest and most spectacular reserves in Africa. This park is studded with hills, rocky grounds.
Expect not to miss the wild life in this area like the Elephants, herds of Buffaloes, Jackals, Jackson's Hartebeest, Klipspringer and possibly Lions, you also have an opportunity to visit the lions Rock, where you can even opt to camp in the wild if interested. You also have a great opportunity to capture your best pictures if your a photography lover.

Main Destination:
Kidepo Valley National Park
Best Time To Visit September to March (Dry season)
High Season September to March (The park rarely gets crowded)
Best Weather September to November (End of the rains)

Wildlife in Kidepo Valley NP

ElephantCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraCommon
GiraffeOccasional
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
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HyenaOccasional
HippoNone
Accommodation:
Apoka Safari Lodge
  • Luxury+ lodge located inside Kidepo Valley NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Morning game-drive and afternoon meeting with Karamojong people

Morning game-drive and afternoon meeting with Karamojong people

After an early breakfast, we go for a morning game drive to Kanangorok hot spring area crossing the sand river. A variety of animals can be seen roaming around including Ostrich connecting back for lunch. There is an opportunity to experience the sand river which dries up in the dry season.
In the afternoon have a cultural experience that will bring you into contact with Karamojong peoples at Karenna and Kapedo. Meet the local elders and have an opportunity to interact with them. Enjoy a cultural experience as they will show you the kraals, the grinding stones, there famous karamoja dance and much more.

Main Destination:
Kidepo Valley National Park
Accommodation:
Apoka Safari Lodge
  • Luxury+ lodge located inside Kidepo Valley NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Transfer to Gulu

Transfer to Gulu

Transfer to Gulu as we drive viewing some game. On arrival we have a self - guided walk in Uganda's biggest northern town, also the greatest hub of Africa’s´ newest country South Sudan. You get an opportunity to move around and learn from lifestyle in this Town, There is an opportunity and option to do shopping and try out the entertainment in this town.

Main Destination:
Gulu (City)
Accommodation:
The Boma Nairobi
  • Luxury hotel located in Nairobi (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Murchison Falls National Park The Giraffe Paradise

Murchison Falls National Park The Giraffe Paradise

We rise a little early and embark on our journey to Murchison Falls. We have our lunch after check-in at our accommodation and after a good rest, in the afternoon a super highlight is the 3hours Boat ride to the base of Falls where you get to see the Hippos! Nile crocodiles, elephants and a variety of beautiful bird species along the banks. If you are a keen birder this might be your moment. After this tour we get back to our accommodation for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
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
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LionOccasional
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Bwana Tembo Safari Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Game-drive in Murchison Falls National Park

Game-drive in Murchison Falls National Park

An early Breakfast and then we head for the Game drive for the most likelihood Big cats hunting, Elephants, Giraffes, Buffalos, we also get an opportunity to view a cocktail of Birds and mammals.
After lunch we visit the top of the falls. At Murchison Falls the Nile is pushed through a small cliff and flows down powerfully, an impressive sight. Continue to Budongo forest where we will spend the night enjoying the sounds of the jungle.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Budongo Eco Lodge
  • Budget lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Chimps Trekking in Budongo forest and transfer to Hoima

Chimps Trekking in Budongo forest and transfer to Hoima

We have an early morning then get ready for our Chimps trekking experience in Budongo Forest.
You have an opportunity to Walk through the fascinating jungle and have an amazing meeting with the wild in this place, the chimpanzees. There are also a variety of birds that can be of great interest to you if your a bird lover. After this trek transfer to Hoima to relax at the hotel in the afternoon.

Main Destination:
Hoima (Town)
Accommodation:
Kontiki Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Hoima (Town)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park

After breakfast transfer towards Kibale forest, With our target to have lunch in Fort portal
A punctuation of stopovers at sceneries like the Rift valley escarpment on Lake Albert - typical African village setup in the far countryside and tea plantations along the drive offer us chances of stretching. We check in late afternoon enjoying the views of the crater lakes areas bordering Kibale Forest.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit December to February and June to July
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
LionRare to None
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Isunga Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 10

Explore Kibale Forest National Park and community walk in Kyambura

Explore Kibale Forest National Park and community walk in Kyambura

We leave our Hotel and get out to Explore the Kibale crater area, we visit Nkuruba lake different species of Monkeys red colobus, red tailed monkey and bush babies, more in the forest canopy colored aviation creatures, butterflies various bird species like the native Great blue Turaco, joyful greenbul, olive long tailed cuckoo, the superb black bee eater, After our Lunch we transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park, in the late afternoon after arriving at the lodge in Kyambura we stretch our legs with a community walk to the close by village and beautiful crater lake.

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
Accommodation:
Elephant Hab Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 11

Game-drive and boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park

Game-drive and boat cruise in Queen Elizabeth National Park

As we begin the day at Queen Elizabeth National Park with an early game drive, we are exposed to diverse animals, Big 5 members Elephants, Buffalos, big cats- Lions, Leopards, we also encounter warthogs- Hunchback carnivals like Hyenas are spotted along the Circuits.
There is a rich bird life especially our version of storks in the wetland sports as we reach the Flamingoes in the salt lakes. After lunch it is time for the Classic highlight of the 2hrs boat-cruise on the famous Kazinga channel, linking Lake George to lake Edward. Here we see land and water Adapted Hippopotamuses Yawning, the Nile Crocodile gaping along the Banks!

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Elephant Hab Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 12

Bwindi via Ishasha's tree-climbing lions

Bwindi via Ishasha's tree-climbing lions

After our Breakfast, We will drive off in the adventurous vast savannah of the Ishasa Southern area of Queen Elizabeth NP with Topis, the southern version of Elephants and hopefully with the lions high in the Fig tree branches. This is one of two areas in Africa where lions have the habit of regularly climbing trees to take a rest. Transfer on to Bwindi mountain gorillas through a beautiful drive taking you from the savanna via cultivated hills to the misty Jungle covered mountains of Bwindi.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi NP

Accommodation:
Gorilla Mist Camp
  • Mid-range lodge bordering Bwindi NP (Gorillas) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 13

Gorilla trekking - Bwindi National Park

Gorilla trekking - Bwindi National Park

Early breakfast at Bwindi Impenetrable Forest National Park is the home to the forest giants that are cousins to human beings, the mountain gorillas. You will be taken in a group by a specialized guide into the jungle for your gorilla trekking adventure. Trek through the beautiful nature and spend one hour with the gorillas, an unforgettable experience. This Impenetrable Forest is also full of birds, butterflies and plant species plus forest hog, forest elephants, statungas and dikers.

Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi after the trek through cultivated hills, here you have time to relax from your Trek with a great view of Ugandas Deepest lake.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 14

Relaxation by Lake Bunyonyi

Relaxation by Lake Bunyonyi

Have a free day to relax by beautiful Lake Bunyonyi. There is a short list of optional activities: canoeing, swimming (safe in this lake), hiking on Bushara trail along the lake-shores, return to the hotel and relax / canoe ride along Lake Bunyonyi with small resident and exotic bird species singing.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation:
Lake Bunyonyi Eco Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 15

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

After breakfast transfer to Lake Mburo, Located along the southern Highway. We Leave Lake Bunyonyi and continue driving through the hilly areas (switzerland of Africa). On Arrival in the park, we checkin and have lunch at the lodge before heading for an afternoon game drive to view of Zebras, Topis, Warthogs, cape buffaloes and impalas.

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June, July and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
GiraffeOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionRare
Accommodation:
Rwakobo Rock Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 16

Safari walk in Lake Mburo National Park and transfer to Entebbe airport

Safari walk in Lake Mburo National Park and transfer to Entebbe airport

We have an Early morning safari walk, get early up to visit the hyenas den, chance to see Leopards, zebras, waterbucks, birds buffaloes in there day break jungle life! Get back for breakfast and start the drive to Entebbe/Kampala. Have an early lunch in Masaka and a stopover at the Equator. We have reached the end of our safari and drive back through Kampala to Entebbe for our flight in the evening.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
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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