$2,835 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival and Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Arrival and Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
You will be warmly welcomed by a dedicated driver-guide who will provide a quick briefing. Afterward, you will have the opportunity to obtain some essentials for your safari, such as camera batteries, insect repellent, travel documents, and you may want to exchange your currency for Ugandan shillings, you will cross the equator and have lunch.
Then, you will begin your journey to Lake Mburo National Park, the smallest savannah national park in Uganda. It is located in the west and is closest to the capital city compared to other national parks. The park is dotted with various lakes, the largest of which is Lake Mburo, from which the park gets its name.
The lakes offer an excellent boat cruise experience where you can see crocodiles, hippos and other animals roaming along the shores of Lake Mburo. Upon arrival, you will have an afternoon game drive then later you will check in at a lodge for your overnight accommodation.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & Evening/night game drives
- Accommodation:
- Hyena Hill Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Walking Safari & Boatcruise Lake Bunyonyi
Walking Safari & Boatcruise Lake Bunyonyi
Start your day with an exciting walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, accompanied by an experienced ranger. Explore the savannah on foot, getting closer to nature while spotting zebras, impalas, giraffes, antelopes, and a variety of bird species. After this unforgettable experience, we transfer to the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by rolling green hills and scenic islands. Relax on a peaceful boat cruise, explore the famous 29 islands, enjoy breathtaking views, and experience the calm beauty of Uganda’s countryside.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & Boat trip
- Accommodation:
- Nyamunyonyi Lake Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Canoeing on Lake Bunyonyi
Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and Canoeing on Lake Bunyonyi
Start your day with an early breakfast before checking out of the lodge. You will then transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, you will do canoeing on Lake Bunyonyi which is the second deepest lake in Africa, following Lake Tanganyika in Tanzania. Here, you will enjoy a boat cruise, which is the main highlight of this stop. During the cruise, you will visit several historical islands, including Leprosy Island (also known as Sharp Island), which was historically used to quarantine locals suffering from leprosy, and Punishment Island, a small island where girls who became pregnant before marriage were sent as a form of punishment. After your canoeing, you will processed to bwindi for lunch, Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Bwindi is renowned for having the highest population of mountain gorillas in the world, giving you a 99% chance of seeing these magnificent creatures during your safari.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & Canoe/Mokoro safaris
- Accommodation:
- Gorilla Bluff Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest
Start your day with breakfast, then prepare for your drive to the park offices where the trekking adventure begins. First, you will attend a briefing mandated by national park regulations to ensure that all visitors have a safe and enjoyable experience. The rules and guidelines for being in the forest will be explained, after which you will embark on your search through the woods, encountering eye-catching attractions such as vervet monkeys, colobus monkeys, and various bird species including barbets.
Once you spot a gorilla family, the clock will start ticking for one hour of unforgettable memories in their natural habitat. Savor this extraordinary moment and take the opportunity to capture photos. After approximately 3 to 5 hours of trekking, you will return to the lodge for lunch. Visiting the nearby Batwa villages for a community experience will also be an option.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & Gorilla tracking
- Accommodation:
- Gorilla Bluff Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Boat Cruise
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park and Boat Cruise
After breakfast, check out and begin your journey to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda's most famous national parks. The park is known for its rare tree-climbing lions. It is home to a variety of unique wildlife species that can be seen throughout its premises, as well as around the crater lakes and the impressive Kazinga Channel.
As you head to the lodge for relaxation and lunch, keep an eye out for the rare tree-climbing lions in the Ishasha sector. After lunch, enjoy a cruise along the scenic Kazinga Channel, where you can spot various aquatic animals and bird species, such as crocodiles and hippos. This cruise typically lasts about 2 to 3 hours, have an evening game drive if there is time, Return to the lodge for dinner and prepare for your departure the following morning.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle), Evening/night game drives & Boat trip
- Accommodation:
- Kazinga Wilderness Safari Camp
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Game Drive, Transfer to Kibale National Park and Bigodi Community Visit
Game Drive, Transfer to Kibale National Park and Bigodi Community Visit
Start your day with an early morning game drive in the plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. During this drive, you will see the park's early risers such as jackals, spotted hyenas, lions and leopards. You may also spot elephants, buffalo, Uganda kobs and zebras. After 2 hours exploring the wilderness, you will return to the lodge for a late breakfast.
Next, you will transfer to Kibale National Park, known as the world capital of primates, where you can find 13 recognized species, including chimpanzees, our closest cousins. Located in western Uganda, the journey will be delightful as you pass by beautiful crater lakes, tea plantations and expansive banana farms.
We will stop at the bigodi community near Kibale National Park, where you will experience the African way of life through traditional dances and music performed by the Batooro and Bakiga people in the area and swamp walk. After your visit, you will head to the lodge for dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & Nature hikes/walks
- Accommodation:
- Bweza Kibale Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest and Return to Kampala
Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale Forest and Return to Kampala
After breakfast, head out for chimpanzee trekking in Kibale National Park. This adventure begins with a briefing. With the assistance of a park ranger guide, you will navigate the forest in search of these primates in their natural habitat. You can observe their behaviors, such as feeding, grooming and playing.
Later, return to the lodge to check out and then transfer to Kampala, stopping for lunch in Mubende along the way. Continue your journey to Kampala/Entebbe, where the safari will conclude.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Activities:
- Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & Chimpanzee tracking
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
