$3,561 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Transfer to Murchsion Falls National Park
Transfer to Murchsion Falls National Park
After breakfast at your hotel, you will be picked up by our tour driver-guide and begin your journey northwards to Murchison Falls National Park. Enroute, you will visit the Zziwa Rhino Sanctuary, the only place you’ll see black and white rhinos in Uganda. You'll proceed to Masindi and stop for lunch. You'll continue your journey to the park arriving in the evening. You’ll proceed to the top of Murchison Falls for a chance to feel the power of the strongest waterfalls in the world.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Pakuba Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Game Drives and Boat Cruise to Albert Nile
Game Drives and Boat Cruise to Albert Nile
After an early breakfast, you'll embark on an exciting guided game drive in the unspoiled grasslands of the Nile delta which has the highest concentration of wildlife species, or along the Buligi game track which offers superb views of animals down in the Nile valley. At 20 km long, the Delta circuit track offers the longest game drives in Uganda though other tracks like Queen’s track, Victoria and Albert Nile tracks pass through woodlands and forests opening you to a variety of species in their differing habitats. Animals you may spot include giant giraffes, large herds of elephants and buffalos, Uganda kobs, duikers, bushbucks, warthogs, lions and if lucky, you may spot the leopard.
- Main Destination:
- Murchison Falls National Park
- Accommodation:
- Tilenga Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
Transfer to Kibale Forest National Park
You'll depart for Kibale Forest National Park in Fort Portal. This journey will take you 6 hours journey. Kibale Forest National Park harbors the greatest variety and concentration of primates found anywhere in East Africa. Not less than 13 different species are living in this small area of 560 sq. km, including black-and-white Colobus monkeys, blue monkeys, and grey-cheeked mangabeys. More importantly, the dense forest hosts a population of more than 1,000 chimpanzees, allowing visitors the unique opportunity to view these great apes in their natural environment.
- Main Destination:
- Kibale National Park (Chimps)
- Accommodation:
- Kibale Tourist Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Kibale NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer To Queen Elizabeth National Park
Chimpanzee Tracking and Transfer To Queen Elizabeth National Park
Today morning the forest opens its doors for a sensational chimpanzee tracking experience. After breakfast, you will report to the Kanyanchu tourist center at 8.00 am for a briefing before tracking the chimpanzees. Kibale forest is home to up to 13 species of primate including the infamous chimpanzee and over 370 bird species recorded making it a Uganda tour destination worth exploring for nature lovers and avid birders. During the trekking, you will spot lots of chimpanzees, black, white & red Colobus monkeys, white-cheeked mangabey, olive baboons, blue monkeys, and red-tailed monkeys to mention but a few. Notable birds to watch out for include the African Pitta, blue-breasted kingfisher, African grey parrot, purple-breasted sunbird, black-capped Apalis, black bee-eater, crowned eagle, and so many more beautifully colored birds. After your lunch.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kikorongo Safari Lodge
Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Game Drives and Boat Cruise
Game Drives and Boat Cruise
The day begins early when we start with a morning game drive and head to the mating ground of the Uganda Kobs. We search for lions, elephants, buffaloes and other wild animals in their natural habitat.
In the afternoon we take on a scenic boat cruise along the Kazinga Channel, a 33km long natural and pre-historic canal that joins Lakes Edward and Lake George. Formed by tectonic activity millions of years ago during the formation of the rift valleys, the canal, 2 to 3kms at its widest, is now the most dominant feature of Queen Elizabeth National Park and one her key tourist attractions.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Kikorongo Safari Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Transfer to Bwindi Via Isasha Sector
Transfer to Bwindi Via Isasha Sector
After breakfast, you will be transferred to Bwindi passing through the Ishasha sector for a chance to see the rare tree-climbing lions. You'll proceed to Bwindi.
Of the over 800 mountain gorillas worldwide, Bwindi National Park is home to almost half of the gorilla population. There is no better place to observe these gentle giants from a close distance! Thanks to the wildlife conservation program, the number of gorillas in Bwindi Impenetrable Forest only has increased from 300 to 400 in recent years, which includes nine different families that are habituated for tourism purposes. Apart from the famous residents, the dense forest hosts 9 other primates. There are different trails in the park, including the Munyanga River Trail and Waterfall Trail, leading through the pristine rainforest to three sparkling waterfalls.
- Main Destination:
- Queen Elizabeth National Park
- Accommodation:
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Gorilla Trekking
Gorilla Trekking
Arise early today and prepare for an amazing adventure; an unforgettable encounter with the gentle giants of Bwindi! Following breakfast, transfer to the park offices where participants are divided into groups of 8 and allocated a gorilla family as well as a tracking guide.
After a pre-tracking briefing by your guide (touches on the gorillas generally, your assigned gorilla family as well as appropriate safety precautions), you drive to the trailhead for the start of your thrilling adventure – degree of fitness is required, the time taken can be quite unpredictable taking anything from 2 to 8hrs or longer however the thrill of coming face to face with a giant Mountain Gorilla silverback will more than compensate for the effort in their quest.
Transfer to Kabale district to visit Lake Bunyonyi —Africa’s second deepest lake and a popular spot for relaxation, swimming, and dugout canoe rides around the islands.
- Main Destination:
- Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
- Accommodation:
- Ichumbi Gorilla Lodge
Wildlife in Bwindi Impenetrable NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Transfer to Lake Mburo National Park
Rise early, check out and head to lake Mburo National Park, this is a beautiful drive with a lot of nature to enjoy along the way, enjoy lunch at Igongo cultural visit. Upon arrival at the lodge will have your lunch and then later in the proceed for walking safari which will give you a chance to view the animals at a close range.
Return to the lodge for a beautiful evening and rest by the lodge – dinner will be arranged.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Mburo National Park
- Accommodation:
- Rwakobo Rock Lodge
Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 9
Transfer to Entebbe International Airport
Transfer to Entebbe International Airport
After breakfast, you will embark on your journey back home after days of jangle adventure. En route, you will pass the Equator where you will make a stop for lunch, photos, and souvenir shopping. In time, you will be dropped off at Entebbe Airport for your international flight. (B-L).
- Main Destination:
- Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
