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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Entebbe and transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
Arrival in Entebbe and transfer to Murchison Falls National Park
Meet your driver-guide at Entebbe International Airport or your hotel and begin your journey to
Murchison Falls National Park.
Travel through Uganda’s countryside, with a stop at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary for rhino tracking if arranged
in advance. As part of your Uganda safari with Step One Africa Adventures, rhino tracking is an excellent stopover when travelling between Kampala or Entebbe and Murchison Falls National Park.
Your experience begins with a briefing from a ranger, who explains rhino behavior, conservation efforts, and safety guidelines. You will then head into the sanctuary, walking through open grassland and woodland as the ranger guides you towards the rhinos.
The tracking walk typically takes around one to two hours, although the duration depends on where the rhinos are located. Once you find them, enjoy the opportunity to observe them. Thereafter, you will proceed to the roadside cafe for lunch before continuing to Murchison Falls National Park.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Murchison Falls wildlife safari and Nile boat cruise
Murchison Falls wildlife safari and Nile boat cruise
You will begin your day with an early breakfast before heading into the savannah plains with your professional safari guide. As the sun rises over the wilderness, explore the park’s wildlife-rich tracks in search of elephants, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, hartebeests, and warthogs.
With luck, you may also encounter lions resting in the grass or stalking their prey, and leopards in suitable habitats. Your guide will help you spot animals, explain their behavior, and share insights into the park’s diverse ecosystem.
After lunch, head to the Paraa jetty for an unforgettable boat cruise upstream along the Victoria Nile towards the base of the spectacular Murchison Falls. The cruise usually takes around two to three hours, depending on the operator and conditions.
Once you return from the boat trip, you will be driven to the top of the falls and watch as the most powerful waterfalls in the world plunges 43 meters down.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Kibale National Park and Bigodi Wetland excursion
Transfer to Kibale National Park and Bigodi Wetland excursion
After breakfast, check out of your lodge and begin the drive southwards through rural landscapes, traditional villages, farmland, and green rolling hills. Enjoy views of everyday Ugandan life along the way, with breaks for refreshments and lunch.
Continue towards Kibale Forest, a region renowned for its chimpanzees, tropical forests, and remarkable variety of birds and other wildlife. Depending on road conditions and stops, the journey may take much of the day.
In the afternoon, arrive in the Kibale area and head to Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary for a guided nature walk, ideally starting around 4:00 PM. The walk typically takes two to three hours, so an evening excursion is best arranged when you reach the area early enough.
Accompanied by a local guide, explore the wetland trails and boardwalks while discovering the area's rich biodiversity. After the walk, transfer to your lodge near Kibale Forest National Park, check in, and enjoy dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Turaco Treetops Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park
Chimpanzee tracking in Kibale National Park
After an early breakfast, you will to the Kanyanchu visitor centre for registration and a briefing by your ranger guide. Learn about chimpanzee behavior, forest safety, and responsible wildlife viewing.
Follow your ranger along forest trails while listening for chimpanzee calls and watching for movement in the canopy. You may also encounter other primates, birds, and fascinating tropical plants.
Once the chimpanzees are located, spend up to one hour observing their social interactions, feeding, grooming, playing, and moving through the forest. Sightings are never guaranteed, and the animals may move quickly between trees. The viewing period with the chimpanzees is limited to one hour.
After the encounter, follow your ranger back to the starting point. You will then return to the lodge for lunch and relaxation. However, you may choose to go for crater exploration.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Turaco Treetops Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
After an early breakfast, you will begin a scenic journey from Kibale Forest National Park to Queen Elizabeth National Park, travelling through the beautiful landscapes of Fort Portal-Kasese.
As you leave the Kibale region, admire the lush countryside, tea plantations, crater lakes, rolling hills, and traditional rural communities along the way. The journey offers wonderful opportunities to appreciate Uganda’s natural beauty and experience everyday life in the countryside.
Upon arrival in the Queen Elizabeth area, you will drive to the hotel for check-in and lunch. After hours of resting, you'll then drive inside the park for an evening game drive at around 4:00 pm. Keep an eye out for wildlife around the savannah and enjoy views of the surrounding landscape before dinner.
After the game drive, return to the lodge, unwind, and prepare for the next day’s safari activities, such as a morning game drive or a boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Buffalo Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Game drive and Kazinga Channel boat cruise
Game drive and Kazinga Channel boat cruise
Begin your day with an early breakfast before heading into the park with your safari guide. As the sun rises over the Kasenyi Plains, you will venture across the open grasslands in search of elephants, buffaloes, Uganda kobs, warthogs, and other wildlife.
With luck, you may spot lions resting in the grass or watching nearby herds of antelopes. Your guide will share fascinating insights into animal behavior and the park's ecosystems.
After several hours exploring the plains, return to your lodge for lunch and a short rest before the afternoon adventure.
Afternoon boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel
After lunch, head to the Mweya jetty for a relaxing boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a natural waterway connecting Lake George and Lake Edward. The cruise typically lasts around two hours and offers some of the park’s best opportunities to view wildlife from the water. The channel is also a paradise for birdwatchers.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Buffalo Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Ishasha sector and transfer to Bwindi
Ishasha sector and transfer to Bwindi
After breakfast, travel through the Ishasha sector of Queen Elizabeth National Park, known for its tree-
climbing lions.
Search for lions resting in fig trees and other wildlife, although sightings cannot be guaranteed.
After the game drive, continue to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park and check into your lodge near the designated gorilla
trekking sector.
- Main Destination:
- Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Haven Lodge Buhoma Community
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi (Buhoma Sector)and Batwa community visit
Mountain gorilla trekking in Bwindi (Buhoma Sector)and Batwa community visit
After an early breakfast at your lodge, head to the Buhoma park headquarters for registration and a briefing by Uganda Wildlife Authority rangers. Learn about gorilla behavior, conservation, and trekking guidelines before setting off into the forest with your ranger guide and trackers.
Follow forest trails beneath towering trees and through thick vegetation as you search for gorillas. Once you finally locate the gorillas, spend one precious hour observing them. Your ranger will guide you on how to observe the gorillas responsibly while maintaining the required distance and following all park rules.
The trek may take several hours depending on the gorillas’ location, the terrain, and the weather. Although the hike can be challenging, the reward of seeing these gentle giants in the wild makes it an unforgettable highlight of any Uganda safari. After the encounter, trek back to the starting point and return to your lodge. Visit the neighbouring Batwa community in the evening.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Haven Lodge Buhoma Community
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi
Bwindi to Lake Bunyonyi
After breakfast, travel to beautiful Lake Bunyonyi, surrounded by terraced hills and dotted with islands.
You will arrive before lunchtime, allowing you time to enjoy the lakeside environment. After lunch, a local guide will pick you up for an afternoon boat cruise where you will explore some of the Islands and learn about their historical significance.
This is a wonderful opportunity to unwind after your gorilla trekking experience.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Birdnest @ Bunyonyi Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Return to Entebbe
Return to Entebbe
Enjoy breakfast before beginning your return journey to Kampala or Entebbe.
Take in the final views of Uganda’s countryside, with suitable stops along the way for lunch and photography. You will be dropped off at your hotel or Entebbe International Airport, allowing sufficient time for your
onward flight.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
