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Arrival
Day 1
Arrival in Entebbe
Arrival in Entebbe
Your Hutland Tours driver-guide welcomes you at Entebbe International Airport and transfers you to The Boma Hotel, a charming colonial-style guesthouse set in lush gardens close to Lake Victoria. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax by the pool or book an optional activity in Entebbe. Dinner and overnight at the hotel, ready for the start of your conservation journey tomorrow.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe (City)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- The Boma Hotel
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Rhino Tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
Rhino Tracking at Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary
After breakfast you drive north to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, a key part of Uganda's conservation story. Established in 2005 after rhinos had been wiped out in Uganda, the sanctuary started with just six southern white rhinos and now protects a growing population that will one day be returned to the national parks. In the afternoon you track the rhinos on foot with experienced rangers, getting remarkably close to these giants. Overnight at the sanctuary.
- Main Destination:
- Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Ziwa Rhino and Wildlife Ranch - Guest House
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Shoebill Canoe Ride and Nature Walk, Drive to Lake Albert
Shoebill Canoe Ride and Nature Walk, Drive to Lake Albert
Early in the morning you paddle by canoe through the Lugogo swamp in search of the shoebill, one of Africa's most sought-after birds, with excellent chances of a sighting. Afterwards a guided nature walk through the sanctuary's savannah, wetlands and woodland reveals antelopes, monkeys and many bird species. In the afternoon the journey continues to the shores of Lake Albert, where you enjoy a relaxed evening with breathtaking views over the lake towards the Congo mountains.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Albert
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Kikonko Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Chimpanzees in Bugoma Forest, Tinka's Lunch and Bigodi Wetland
Chimpanzees in Bugoma Forest, Tinka's Lunch and Bigodi Wetland
Your journey leads into the lush Bugoma Forest, a vital refuge for a thriving chimpanzee population and many other species. After trekking the chimpanzees with local rangers, you continue towards Kibale and stop for an authentic Kitooro lunch with the Tinka family in their home. In the afternoon a guided walk along the boardwalks of Bigodi Wetland Sanctuary reveals monkeys, butterflies and birds such as the great blue turaco. Overnight at Turaco Treetops Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Turaco Treetops Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Sunbird Hill Conservation Experience, Drive to Queen Elizabeth
Sunbird Hill Conservation Experience, Drive to Queen Elizabeth
This morning you visit Sunbird Hill, a well-kept secret among conservation enthusiasts. On a guided walk you learn how the project restores and protects habitat for primates, birds and butterflies, and how it involves the local community. Afterwards you drive south to Queen Elizabeth National Park, one of Uganda's most diverse and scenic wildlife havens, passing crater lakes and tea plantations. Dinner and overnight at Marafiki Safari Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Marafiki Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lion Tracking with Researchers and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
Lion Tracking with Researchers and Kazinga Channel Boat Safari
At dawn you join researchers from the Uganda Carnivore Program to track lions, leopards and hyenas in the Kasenyi plains, an exclusive chance to learn how these predators are monitored and protected while getting close to them in the field. In the afternoon, unwind on a boat safari along the Kazinga Channel, gliding past hippos, basking crocodiles, buffalo and elephants at the water's edge, and countless water birds. Overnight at Marafiki Safari Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Marafiki Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Morning Game Drive, Drive to Bwindi
Morning Game Drive, Drive to Bwindi
Begin with an early morning game drive through Queen Elizabeth National Park as the sun rises over the savannah, looking for lions, leopards, elephants and large herds of buffalo and antelope. The drive then continues south to Buhoma, on the edge of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home to the endangered mountain gorilla. You check in at Haven Lodge, a community-owned lodge, for dinner and overnight.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Haven Lodge Buhoma Community
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Gorilla Trekking and Conservation Through Public Health
Gorilla Trekking and Conservation Through Public Health
Today you trek Uganda's gentle giants, the mountain gorillas of Bwindi. After a ranger briefing you hike through the forest to find a habituated gorilla family and spend a magical hour with them. In the afternoon you visit Conservation Through Public Health, founded by veterinarian Dr Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, and learn how improving the health of people and livestock around the forest helps protect the gorillas. Overnight at Haven Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Haven Lodge Buhoma Community
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Community Experience with Ride 4 a Woman
Community Experience with Ride 4 a Woman
Step beyond the usual tourist experience and immerse yourself in the daily life of a Ugandan community in Buhoma. Guided by members of Ride 4 a Woman, a project that empowers local women, you explore the village, learn about traditional customs and crafts, family life and farming, and hear the stories that shape the community. This authentic encounter shows how tourism directly supports the people living next to the forest. Overnight at Haven Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Buhoma Sector (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Haven Lodge Buhoma Community
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 10
Drive to Lake Mburo National Park
Drive to Lake Mburo National Park
Today marks the final chapter of your Ugandan adventure. After breakfast you drive to Lake Mburo National Park, Uganda's smallest savannah park, celebrated for its rolling landscapes, tranquil lakes and remarkable wildlife. This scenic wilderness offers an intimate safari experience where zebras, impala, eland, giraffes and buffalo roam. In the late afternoon you head out on a game drive before dinner and overnight at Mihingo Lodge.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Mihingo Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 11
Walking Safari in Lake Mburo, Equator and Departure
Walking Safari in Lake Mburo, Equator and Departure
Step into the wild on a guided walking safari in Lake Mburo National Park, leaving the vehicle behind to explore the bush on foot and learn about tracks, plants and birds. Afterwards you drive about 3.5 hours back towards Entebbe, stopping at the Equator monument for demonstrations, photos and souvenir shopping. In time for your departure flight, your guide drops you at Entebbe International Airport.
- Main Destination:
- Equator Point Uganda (Highlight)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
