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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 in Entebbe

Arrival in Entebbe

Upon arrival in Entebbe, your guide will escort you to your hotel for a relaxing start to your journey. Depending on your schedule, you might explore the city's highlights or enjoy dinner at a local favorite. For a more scenic introduction, you can opt for a tranquil sunset cruise on Lake Victoria or a guided tour of the Mabamba Swamp to search for the elusive shoebill stork. These optional activities offer a sophisticated and unhurried way to begin your Ugandan adventure.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
No.5 Boutique Hotel
  • Luxury hotel located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Fly to Murchison Falls National Park

Fly to Murchison Falls National Park

Today, you’ll journey to the legendary Murchison Falls National Park, Uganda’s largest wilderness. This leg is typically a scenic drive with lunch served en route, though an optional flight upgrade is available for a swifter arrival. You’ll settle into the elegant Nile Safari Lodge for a refined evening. Your time here is flexible, with optional adventures such as a walk to the thundering summit, allowing you to experience the Nile’s power at your own unhurried pace.

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
Accommodation:
Nile Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Murchison Falls National Park

Murchison Falls National Park

Begin your day with a morning safari across the open savanna to spot lions, leopards, and elephants amidst a vibrant array of avian life. Afterward, visit the summit of Murchison Falls, where the Nile forces its way through a narrow seven-meter gap in a spectacular display of natural power. Following a relaxed breakfast, enjoy an afternoon boat cruise toward the base of the falls. This unhurried journey along the river offers a sophisticated and unique perspective of one of Africa’s most iconic waterways.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Nile Safari Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Fly to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Fly to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Enjoy a scenic drive through the Ugandan countryside as you transfer from Murchison Falls to Queen Elizabeth National Park. This park, Uganda’s most diverse, stretches from the crater-dotted foothills of the Rwenzori Mountains to the Ishasha River. The landscape includes savannas, wetlands, and lowland forests, providing a spectacular backdrop for your evening game drive. This unhurried transition allows you to soak in the stunning natural beauty as you move between world-class safari destinations.

Main Destination:
Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
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
Show more
ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Kyambura Gorge Lodge
  • Luxury lodge bordering Kyambura Gorge (Chimps) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 5

Chimp Trekking and Kazinga Channel

Chimp Trekking and Kazinga Channel

After a refined breakfast, descend into the verdant Kyambura Gorge for a guided chimpanzee trek. This lush ecosystem offers a spectacular setting to observe habituated chimps in their natural habitat during an intimate one-hour encounter. In the afternoon, enjoy a tranquil boat safari along the Kazinga Channel. Renowned for its immense biodiversity, the channel provides a front-row seat to witness elephants, hippos, and vibrant birdlife gathered where the savannah meets the water.

Main Destination:
Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Kyambura Gorge Lodge
  • Luxury lodge bordering Kyambura Gorge (Chimps) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 6

Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Drive to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

This morning, journey toward Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. En route, enjoy a game drive through the Ishasha sector, famed for its rare tree-climbing lions. Your experience also includes a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, providing a unique vantage point for hippos and lakeside elephants. As you enter Bwindi’s ancient canopy, you’ll discover a sanctuary not only for mountain gorillas but also for chimpanzees, diverse primates, and endemic birdlife in a truly timeless setting.

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

Accommodation:
Bwindi Lodge
  • Luxury lodge bordering Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 7

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

This morning you will get up very early for gorilla trekking. Trekking the mountain gorilla is one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on earth. The trek will take between 2 and 6 hours and is well worth the effort. You will be led by an experienced ranger who will tell you interesting facts about flora and fauna and the lifestyle of the gorillas.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Bwindi Lodge
  • Luxury lodge bordering Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP) without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • All drinks (Except for spirits/liquor)

Day 8

Return to Entebbe

Return to Entebbe

This morning you fly back to Entebbe to enjoy beautiful aerial views of southern Uganda, the hills are thick with vegetation. You'll arrive at the airport to connect with your international flights home.

Main Destination:
No major destination visited
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • 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 Wayfairer Travel, 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.
  • Rates include a fixed budget for flights during this tour. If flights cost more, your quote will reflect this.
  • 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.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Wayfairer Travel.