JM Jungle Safaris Uganda

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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

Transfer to Queen Elisabeth National Park

Transfer to Queen Elisabeth National Park

The pick-up can be from either the Hotel or the Airport when you arrive. The tour driver who speaks English will come and pick you up. We will then drive to Queen Elizabeth National Park, which is a popular place for tourists in Uganda. In the park, there are many different environments where lots of different animals live. There are ten kinds of primates, like chimpanzees, over 600 kinds of birds, and big animals like elephants and lions. You will take a break for lunch during your journey and then continue into the pretty Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will arrive in the late afternoon or evening and simply go to your accommodation to rest and relax. If we have enough time, we can go on a game drive in the late afternoon to evening.

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:
Pumba Safari Cottages
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon boatcruise along Kazinga Channel

Morning Game Drive and Afternoon boatcruise along Kazinga Channel

Wake up early and eat your breakfast. Go on a morning drive in the Kasenyi plains and search for Cape buffalos, groups of elephants, and lions. Leopards might be difficult to find, but keep an eye out for them. Go back to where you are staying to take a break and have some food. After you eat lunch, you will take a two-hour boat ride on the Kazinga Channel. This channel connects Lakes George and Edward. While you are on the trip, you will be amazed by the wildlife you see, such as big hippos, elephants, and crocodiles. You will also see lots of different kinds of birds by the water's edge. After the boat ride, we have two options. We can go back to the lodge and rest, or we can go on another game drive until around 6:30 or 7pm.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
Pumba Safari Cottages
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Kyambura Gorge (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Ishasha Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi

Ishasha Game Drive and Transfer to Bwindi

Wake up early and go on one final game drive in the Kasenyi plains. Keep an eye out for Cape buffalos, groups of elephants, lions, and leopards (although they may be difficult to see) and more. Go back to the lodge and check out. Then, go to the Ishasha sector to find lions that climb trees. There is a 70% chance of seeing these lions, but sometimes it can be difficult to find them, especially when they are searching for food in the tall grass. If you happen to see them, it is a beautiful and unforgettable view. After you will transfer to Bwindi for overnight stay.

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:
Buhoma Community Rest Camp
  • Budget lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

Gorilla Trekking in Bwindi

Eat breakfast and go to the rangers' station. You will be given information on what you should and shouldn't do while trekking from a ranger guide. After that, you will go into the Bwindi Forest for your exciting experience. The time and terrain change when these large primates move. After you find a group of gorillas, you can spend one hour with them. Watching these peaceful and rare giants is a memorable and exciting experience. Go back to where you are staying for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Buhoma Community Rest Camp
  • Budget lodge located just outside Buhoma (Bwindi Impenetrable NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Drive back to Entebbe

Drive back to Entebbe

You will enjoy a peaceful breakfast, after that you will start your journey back to Entebbe. You will arrive there in the late afternoon, just in time for your departure. You will have a break and eat lunch at the Equator. Don't forget to capture some special moments with photos.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Meals at own expense
  • 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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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by JM Jungle Safaris Uganda, 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.
  • 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.