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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Entebbe and Shoebill Tracking at Mabamba Swamp
Arrival in Entebbe and Shoebill Tracking at Mabamba Swamp
Upon arrival at Entebbe International Airport, you will receive a warm welcome from your professional Wagatil Safaris driver-guide. Begin your Uganda adventure with an exciting excursion to Mabamba Swamp, one of the country's best birdwatching destinations.
Enjoy a guided canoe ride through the peaceful wetlands in search of the rare and fascinating shoebill stork. Along the way, spot various bird species and admire the natural beauty of the swamp. After this memorable experience, transfer to your hotel in Entebbe for relaxation and overnight.
Shoebill tracking depends on your arrival time and weather conditions. Sightings are not guaranteed.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- The Boma Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Transfer to Murchison Falls via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
After an early breakfast, begin your scenic journey to Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda's largest national park. Along the way, stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for an exciting guided walking safari to observe southern white rhinos in their natural surroundings.
Continue your journey through Uganda's beautiful countryside, stopping for lunch along the way. Upon reaching Murchison Falls National Park, visit the top of the spectacular falls, where the mighty Nile forces its way through a narrow rocky gorge before plunging into the river below, creating a breathtaking sight. Proceed to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Morning Game Drive and Nile Boat Safari
Morning Game Drive and Nile Boat Safari
Start your day with an early morning game drive across the vast savannah plains of Murchison Falls National Park. Accompanied by your experienced driver-guide, search for elephants, lions, giraffes, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, and other wildlife roaming freely through the park.
After lunch, embark on an unforgettable boat safari along the Victoria Nile toward the base of Murchison Falls. Enjoy close views of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, and numerous bird species along the riverbanks. Admire the powerful falls from the river before returning to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Transfer from Murchison Falls to Kibale National Park
Transfer from Murchison Falls to Kibale National Park
Enjoy an early breakfast before departing Murchison Falls for Kibale National Park, one of Africa's most rewarding chimpanzee trekking destinations. Travel through Uganda's beautiful countryside, passing traditional villages, lush plantations, and scenic landscapes.
Enjoy lunch along the way as you continue toward the Fort Portal region, surrounded by rolling hills and tea plantations. Arrive at your lodge near Kibale Forest in the late afternoon or evening. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and preparing for the following day's chimpanzee trekking adventure.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Turaco Treetops Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Walk
Chimpanzee Trekking and Bigodi Wetland Walk
After breakfast, head to Kibale National Park headquarters for a briefing before entering the tropical rainforest with experienced ranger guides. Begin your exciting chimpanzee trekking experience, following forest trails and listening for calls as you search for these remarkable primates.
Once located, enjoy one unforgettable hour observing chimpanzees feeding, playing, grooming, and interacting in their natural habitat. Later, visit Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a guided nature walk through this beautiful community-managed conservation area. Look out for monkeys, colorful birds, and other wildlife before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Turaco Treetops Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After breakfast, depart Kibale National Park and travel toward Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda's most famous wildlife destinations. Enjoy a scenic journey through the Fort Portal and Kasese region, with beautiful views of the Rwenzori Mountains, crater lakes, and surrounding countryside.
Arrive at your safari lodge for check-in and relaxation. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy an afternoon or evening game drive in search of elephants, buffaloes, antelopes, and other wildlife. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Morning Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Morning Game Drive and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Wake up early for an exciting game drive through the Kasenyi plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Explore the open savannah in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, and other wildlife while enjoying the park's beautiful landscapes.
Return to your lodge for lunch before heading out for a memorable afternoon boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake Edward and Lake George. Observe large groups of hippos, Nile crocodiles, elephants, buffaloes, and numerous waterbirds along the shores. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Elephant Hab Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha Sector
Transfer to Bwindi via Ishasha Sector
After breakfast, begin your journey toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, traveling through the famous Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park. Enjoy a game drive in search of the area's remarkable tree-climbing lions, which are sometimes spotted resting in the branches of large fig trees.
Continue through Uganda's beautiful southwestern countryside, passing rolling hills, traditional villages, and lush green landscapes. Arrive at your lodge near Bwindi Forest in the afternoon or evening. Relax and prepare for your unforgettable mountain gorilla trekking experience the following day.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Bweza Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
Mountain Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Forest
Today marks one of the most extraordinary highlights of your Uganda safari. After an early breakfast, transfer to the park headquarters for a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers before entering the dense rainforest of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park.
Accompanied by experienced ranger guides, trek through the forest in search of a habituated mountain gorilla family. The trek may take several hours depending on the gorillas' location. Once found, spend a magical hour observing these gentle giants as they feed, groom, play, and interact in their natural habitat. After this remarkable wildlife encounter, return to your lodge for relaxation, dinner, and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Bweza Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Transfer from Bwindi to Lake Mburo National Park
Transfer from Bwindi to Lake Mburo National Park
After breakfast, bid farewell to the misty forests of Bwindi and embark on a scenic journey toward Lake Mburo National Park. Travel through the beautiful landscapes of southwestern Uganda, enjoying views of rolling hills, traditional homesteads, and countryside scenery.
Arrive at Lake Mburo National Park, a beautiful wildlife destination famous for its zebras, impalas, elands, giraffes, and rich birdlife. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy an afternoon boat safari on Lake Mburo, searching for hippos, crocodiles, and various waterbirds. Later, proceed to your safari lodge for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Rwakobo Rock Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Guided Nature Walk and Transfer to Entebbe
Guided Nature Walk and Transfer to Entebbe
Begin your final safari day with an early morning guided nature walk in Lake Mburo National Park. Accompanied by an experienced ranger guide, explore the park's peaceful savannah landscape on foot while searching for zebras, impalas, giraffes, and other wildlife.
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Entebbe, enjoying beautiful countryside views along the way. Stop at the Uganda Equator for memorable photographs and an opportunity to purchase souvenirs. Continue to Entebbe International Airport or your preferred hotel, depending on your departure arrangements.
This marks the end of your incredible 11-day Uganda Gorillas, Chimps & Wildlife Safari with Wagatil Safaris, leaving you with unforgettable memories of the Pearl of Africa.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
