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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 at Entebbe International Airport and Transfer to The Guineafowl Guesthouse

Arrival at Entebbe International Airport and Transfer to The Guineafowl Guesthouse

After arrival at Entebbe International Airport, our driver will meet you and take you to the guesthouse near the airport. Upon arrival at the guesthouse, you can enjoy the Ugandan evening air while sipping a welcome drink.

Most international flights arrive in the evening at Entebbe International Airport. However, optional activities are possible if your flight arrives during the day.

Main Destination:
Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
Accommodation:
The Guineafowl
  • Mid-range guest house located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Murchison Falls National Park

Transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary and Murchison Falls National Park

After breakfast, it is time to travel! With the guide, you will drive to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, where you will search for white rhinos on foot. Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary is the only place where the rhinos have 24-hour surveillance. The trip to Ziwa takes about 2 to 2.5 hours. After lunch, you will drive to Murchison Falls National Park, where you will check in at Murchison River Lodge.

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
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LionOccasional
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Murchison River Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Early Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise to the foot of Murchison Waterfall

Early Morning Game Drive and Boat Cruise to the foot of Murchison Waterfall

At 6:00am, the alarm goes off, and at 7:00am, you are on your way to spot the game in the park. After the ride through the park, you return to the lodge for lunch. At 2:00pm, the boat trip on the Nile River starts, taking you to the bottom of the Murchison Waterfalls. This boat trip takes about 3 hours, and during the tour, you will see a lot of wild animals, such as hippos, buffalo, crocodiles, and perhaps some elephants. People in good physical condition may be dropped off at the bottom of the waterfall and hike along the waterfall. This hike is pretty steep and slippery! After the boat trip (and hike), it is time for dinner at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Murchison River Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Travel to Kibale National Park

Travel to Kibale National Park

Today we take a journey from Murchison Falls National Park to Kibale National Park; this drive will take about 6 to 7 hours. The journey is long but also very beautiful, with a varied landscape. The hills and mountains we drive through become greener and greener until you reach the tea plantations of Fort Portal!

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit December to February and June to July
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
LionRare to None
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Isunga Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Time to look for the chimpanzees in Kibale National Park! The trek starts with a short explanation of the activity by the park's rangers. Walking can be quite heavy, so take good shoes and carry a poncho. There will be a lot of time to listen carefully to see if you can hear the chimps. The rangers are trained to track the chimps, so you will likely find them! After the chimp trek, you can relax in the lodge garden. After lunch, you will drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park and check in at the accommodation.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
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
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
The Bush Lodge (Banda)
  • Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Lion Tracking Experience and Kazinga Channel

Lion Tracking Experience and Kazinga Channel

Today you get up early for the lion tracking experience with the resident research team. The lion tracking experience gives you the most significant chance to spot lions, but there are many more animals to see. During the game drive, you will also visit a crater with a salt lake.

In the afternoon, at 2:00pm, you will take a boat trip on the Kazinga Channel. This channel connects two lakes, and many different animals live in and along this area—especially waterfowl. After the boat trip, it is time for dinner.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
The Bush Lodge (Banda)
  • Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Transfer to Bwindi National Park via Ishasha to see tree-climbing lions

Transfer to Bwindi National Park via Ishasha to see tree-climbing lions

After breakfast, we will continue our journey to Bwindi National Park via the southern part of Queen Elizabeth National Park. At Ishasha, we will do a short game drive and try to spot the famous tree-climbing lions.
After lunch, we will drive to the Buhoma sector in Bwindi and check in at the lodge.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi NP

Accommodation:
Buhoma Gorilla Camp
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 8

Tracking Mountain Gorillas and Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Tracking Mountain Gorillas and Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park

Today is the day to track gorillas. After breakfast, you will go to the ranger's post for a briefing about the activity. After the briefing, the search begins for the mountain gorillas. Depending on the location of the gorilla family you are going to visit, the trip can take a few hours. The landscape is mountainous, so wear good walking shoes. After this exciting experience, you will continue to Lake Mburo National Park and check in at the lodge at the end of the day.

Main Destination:
Lake Mburo National Park
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June, July and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
GiraffeOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
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LionRare
Accommodation:
Eagle's Nest
  • Budget tented bush camp bordering Lake Mburo NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 9

Safari Walk and Transfer to Entebbe International Airport

Safari Walk and Transfer to Entebbe International Airport

Your last day starts with an on-foot-guided Lake Mburo National Park safari. A ranger will accompany you, and he will explain to you all about the park and its wildlife. The walk will take about 2 to 3 hours, and after the walk, you will drive back to Entebbe International Airport, where your adventure started. On the way, we will stop at the equator line. Finally, we will drop you off at the airport, and it is time to say goodbye to the Pearl of Africa!

Main Destination:
Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other 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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