Wagatil Safaris

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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 and Transfer to Your Hotel

Arrival at Entebbe and Transfer to Your Hotel

Welcome to Uganda, the Pearl of Africa! Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional Wagatil Safaris driver-guide, who will brief you about your 10-day Uganda safari before transferring you to your hotel for check-in and relaxation.

Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy an optional excursion to Mabamba Wetland, one of Uganda's famous birdwatching destinations. Here, you can take a guided boat trip through the beautiful wetlands in search of the rare shoebill stork and other fascinating bird species.

After the excursion, return to your hotel for relaxation and an overnight stay as you prepare for the exciting wildlife and primate adventures ahead.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
ViaVia Entebbe Guesthouse
  • Budget hostel located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

After an early breakfast, begin your exciting journey to Murchison Falls National Park with your professional Wagatil Safaris driver-guide. Along the way, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for a guided rhino tracking experience on foot. Enjoy a close encounter with these magnificent animals while learning about Uganda's rhino conservation efforts.

Continue to Masindi for a delicious lunch before proceeding to Murchison Falls National Park. Upon arrival, visit the spectacular Top of the Falls, where the mighty River Nile forces its way through a narrow gorge, creating breathtaking views and wonderful photography opportunities.

Later, transfer to your lodge for check-in, relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

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
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
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LeopardOccasional
ZebraNone
Activities:
  • Morning walking safari (with an armed guide)
Accommodation:
Ikorom Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Morning Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise to the Bottom of the Falls

Morning Game Drive and Nile Boat Cruise to the Bottom of the Falls

After an early breakfast, enjoy an exciting morning game drive in the northern sector of Murchison Falls National Park with your experienced Wagatil Safaris guide. Explore the beautiful savannah in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, leopards, and other wildlife.

Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation before embarking on a scenic afternoon boat cruise along the River Nile towards the bottom of Murchison Falls. Along the way, spot hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and various bird species, including kingfishers, herons, and African fish eagles.

Enjoy spectacular views of the powerful waterfalls and wonderful photography opportunities before returning to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Activities:
  • Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Ikorom Safari Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Transfer to Kibale National Park and Optional Nature Walk

Transfer to Kibale National Park and Optional Nature Walk

After an early breakfast, depart Murchison Falls National Park for a scenic journey to Kibale National Park with your professional Wagatil Safaris driver-guide. Enjoy beautiful views of Uganda's countryside, passing through traditional villages, rolling hills, lush tea plantations, and stunning landscapes.

Along the way, enjoy photography stops and lunch before continuing towards Kibale, famously known as the primate capital of East Africa.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and relax after the journey. Depending on arrival time, you may enjoy an optional guided nature walk to discover beautiful forest vegetation, colorful birds, and other wildlife.

Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay as you prepare for the next day's exciting chimpanzee trekking adventure.

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:
Bweza Kibale Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Chimpanzee Trekking in Kibale and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

After an early breakfast, head to Kibale National Park for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking adventure with Wagatil Safaris. Begin with a briefing from experienced park rangers before entering the lush tropical rainforest in search of chimpanzees in their natural habitat.

Enjoy observing these fascinating primates as they feed, play, and interact in the forest. Along the way, you may also encounter other monkey species, colorful birds, and beautiful vegetation.

After trekking, enjoy lunch before departing for Queen Elizabeth National Park. Travel through scenic countryside, passing traditional villages, rolling hills, and stunning landscapes.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Activities:
  • Morning chimpanzee tracking
Accommodation:
Enshama Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Morning Game Drive in Kasenyi and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

Morning Game Drive in Kasenyi and Kazinga Channel Boat Cruise

After an early breakfast, enjoy an exciting morning game drive in the Kasenyi Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park with your experienced Wagatil Safaris guide. Explore the beautiful savannah plains in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, antelopes, and other wildlife. Enjoy excellent opportunities for wildlife photography.

Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation before heading for an afternoon boat cruise along the famous Kazinga Channel, connecting Lake Edward and Lake George.

Enjoy close views of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and various bird species, including pelicans, kingfishers, and African fish eagles.

After this memorable wildlife experience, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:
  • Morning game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle) & afternoon boat trip
Accommodation:
Enshama Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions and Transfer to Bwindi

Ishasha Tree-Climbing Lions and Transfer to Bwindi

After an early breakfast, depart for the famous Ishasha Sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park with your experienced Wagatil Safaris guide. Enjoy an exciting game drive in search of the rare tree-climbing lions, often spotted resting in the branches of large fig trees. Along the way, look out for elephants, buffaloes, topis, antelopes, and other wildlife roaming the beautiful savannah plains.

After your wildlife adventure, stop for lunch before continuing your scenic journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Enjoy breathtaking views of rolling hills, traditional villages, and lush green landscapes.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay as you prepare for the next day's gorilla trekking adventure.

Main Destination:
Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
Activities:
  • 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

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi and Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After an early breakfast, head to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park for an unforgettable gorilla trekking adventure with Wagatil Safaris. Begin with a briefing from experienced park rangers before entering the dense tropical forest in search of endangered mountain gorillas.

Once you locate a gorilla family, spend up to one magical hour observing these magnificent primates in their natural habitat, watching their behavior and capturing memorable photographs.

After trekking, enjoy lunch and, if time allows, visit a local community to experience traditional culture and daily life.

Later, transfer to the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, famous for its scenic islands and breathtaking landscapes. Check in at your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

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:
  • Morning gorilla tracking
Accommodation:
Itambira Island Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park and Walking Safari

Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park and Walking Safari

After an early breakfast, depart the beautiful Lake Bunyonyi for a scenic journey to Lake Mburo National Park with your professional Wagatil Safaris driver-guide. Enjoy breathtaking views of Uganda's rolling hills, traditional villages, and beautiful countryside along the way.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch before heading out for an exciting afternoon walking safari. Accompanied by an experienced park ranger, explore the park's beautiful savannah landscapes on foot while spotting zebras, giraffes, impalas, buffaloes, and various bird species.

This unique experience offers wonderful opportunities to observe wildlife up close and appreciate Uganda's natural beauty.

Later, return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

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:
  • Morning walking safari (with an armed guide)
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 10

Ankole Cattle Experience and Departure

Ankole Cattle Experience and Departure

After breakfast, begin your final day with Wagatil Safaris by enjoying a memorable Ankole cattle cultural experience near Lake Mburo National Park. Meet local herders and learn about the fascinating traditions of the Ankole people and their famous long-horned cattle.

Discover the importance of cattle in the local culture, observe traditional farming practices, and enjoy opportunities for photography while interacting with the local community.

After this wonderful cultural experience, begin your scenic journey back to Kampala or Entebbe, passing through Uganda's beautiful countryside and vibrant towns.

Your Wagatil Safaris driver guide will drop you off at your hotel or Entebbe International Airport for your onward journey, marking the end of your unforgettable 10 day Uganda safari.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Activities:
  • Morning nature hike/walk
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 Wagatil 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.