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Arrival
Day 1
Pick up and transfer to Murchsion falls National park
Pick up and transfer to Murchsion falls National park
Early in the morning, the driver will pick you up from your hotel or airport and brief you before heading out to Murchison Falls which is in the northern part of Uganda. Along the way, you will make a stop at the Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary in Nakasongola where rhinos are being reintroduced to the wild in Uganda. You'll have a complete feel of the African Big Five mammals, as it is the rhinos, out of the Big Five that are missing in Murchison Falls National Park. Here you will go for a trek around the sanctuary on foot. You will have lunch at the sanctuary and some relaxation for an indefinitely short time and embark on an exciting road trip to Murchison Falls, arriving in the evening. After checking in at the lodge for relaxation and dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Morning game Drive and afternoon boat
Morning game Drive and afternoon boat
After an early morning warm-up tea/coffee, you will transfer for a game drive to the northern bank in search of animals like lions, giraffes, oribis, elephants, Jackson’s hartebeests, Uganda kobs, and buffaloes among other animals and bird species. You will then return to the lodge in time for lunch and relax preparing for yet an exciting activity in the afternoon. After lunch, transfer for a 3-hour boat ride on the Nile River to the bottom of the falls. Here you will have the opportunity to view animals such as crocodiles, and hippos, in the water and some on the river banks. Buffaloes, waterbucks, and elephants are often seen on the river bank grazing and drinking water. You will then have to hike to the top of the falls for a clear view of the falls. Return to your lodge for a relaxed evening, dinner, and overnight stay.
Meal plan: All meals are included.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park
On this day, depart for Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will have lunch en route. This exciting road trip will transverse you through African villages with green-covered hills, tea plantations, banana plantations, and African homesteads. You will arrive at the lodge late in the evening. You may do an evening game drive if time allows.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Buffalo Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Early morning game drive and afternoon boat trip at kazinga channel
Early morning game drive and afternoon boat trip at kazinga channel
The day begins very early with a morning game drive, ideally around 6:30 am, when the park is at its most active and wildlife is easiest to spot. You will head out across the Kasenyi Plains, one of the best areas for predator sightings, especially lions that often follow large herds of Uganda kobs. This is also a great time to see elephants moving in family groups, buffaloes grazing in open grasslands, and a variety of antelopes scattered across the savannah. If you are lucky, you may also spot hyenas returning from a night hunt or even a leopard.
After the game drive, you return to your lodge for breakfast. In the afternoon, head for a boat cruise on the Kazinga Channel. This offers chances for wildlife viewing of the highest concentrations of hippos in Africa, often seen in large pods along the water. You will see Nile crocodiles resting along the banks, elephants and buffaloes coming down to drink, and countless bird species such as pelicans, kingfishers, and African fish eagles.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Buffalo Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Chimpanzee tracking ad transfer to - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Chimpanzee tracking ad transfer to - Bwindi Impenetrable National Park
Have an early morning breakfast then go for a morning Chimpanzees trekking in Kalinzu forest, you will be briefed about the dos and don'ts of Chimpanzees trekking and then embark on the forest hike, here you will have a chance to see chimpanzees in their natural habitat and after the chimpanzee trekking you will transfer to Bwindindi impenetrable forest a home of the famous mountain gorillas.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Mukiza Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Lake Bunyonyi
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park - Lake Bunyonyi
Today is often the highlight of the safari. After breakfast, you'll head to the park headquarters for a briefing from the park staff. Then, you'll meet your lead guide who will take you into the forest to find the gorilla family assigned to you. The trek can take between 2-7 hours round trip, depending on how far the gorilla family has moved since the previous day. After the trek, you'll proceed to Lake Bunyonyi, where you can relax and enjoy the stunning views of the lake.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Bunyonyi
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
-
Itambira Island Resort
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Lake Bunyonyi - Kampala
Lake Bunyonyi - Kampala
After breakfast, you will check out and drive back to Kampala. Along the way, you'll have lunch and stop at the equator for memorable photos, some shopping, and a chance to try a rolex (a popular Ugandan snack) if you'd like. Upon arrival in Kampala, you'll be dropped off at Entebbe International Airport for your flight home. This concludes your safari.
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
