5-Day Chimpanzees, Cultural, Hot Springs & Wildlife Tour

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Entebbe -Semliki National Park (via Nakayima Traditional Tree)

After an early breakfast at your hotel in Entebbe, you will meet your professional driver-guide for a short tour briefing. Begin your journey westward toward Semliki National Park, renowned for its traditional Sempaya Hotsprings. En route, enjoy a cultural stop at the historic Nakayima Tree in Mubende, a deeply revered traditional shrine linked to the Bachwezi Dynasty. Afterward, continue through Uganda’s scenic countryside, characterized by rolling hills, tea plantations, and traditional homesteads. Accommodation at Kluge’s Guest Farm or similar.

Main Destination:

Semuliki National Park

Best Time To Go December to March and June to August (Dry and early Wet seasons)

High Season June to September (But it is never busy)

Best Weather

Accommodation:

Kluges Guest Farm

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Semuliki NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Sempaya Hot Springs & Amabere Ga Nyina Mwiru Caves

Following an early breakfast, transfer to Semuliki National Park to explore the famous Sempaya Hot Springs. These geothermal wonders are divided into two sections — the “Male” (Biteete) and “Female” (Nyasimbi) hot springs — where temperatures can reach over 100°C. Witness the dramatic steam columns and enjoy the fun experience of boiling eggs, green bananas, or Irish potatoes in the hot water for a unique local snack.
After this enriching experience, return to Fort Portal. If time allows, visit the mysterious Amabere Ga Nyina Mwiru caves, steeped in local legend and surrounded by stunning waterfalls and lush landscapes. Accommodation at Kluge’s Guest Farm or similar.

Main Destination:

Semuliki National Park

Accommodation:

Kluges Guest Farm

• Mid-range hotel located 1-2hr drive from Semuliki NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Chimpanzee Trek, Kibale NP – Transfer to Lake Mburo Np

After breakfast, proceed to Kibale Forest for an unforgettable chimpanzee trekking experience. Accompanied by expert Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) guides and researchers, you will track and observe a troop of wild chimpanzees in their natural habitat — watching them feed, socialize, and display their dynamic behaviors.
Following the trek, engage in a Bigodi Swamp walk led by the Bigodi community members. This eco-tour offers a chance to encounter other primates, birds, and gain insights into the local culture and traditions.
In the afternoon, depart for Lake Mburo National Park, a smaller but richly diverse park ideal for wildlife viewing. Accommodation at Rwakobo Rock or similar.

Main Destination:

Lake Mburo National Park

Best Time To Visit January to February and June to August (Dry seasons)

High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)

Best Weather June to August and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Mburo NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

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ElephantNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Rwakobo Rock Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Wildlife Encounters at Lake Mburo National Park

Begin your day with a guided walking safari through the park, a rare opportunity to track wildlife such as zebras, giraffes, elands, and impalas on foot, accompanied by an armed ranger.
Later, enjoy a classic game drive across the rolling savannah to spot more animals including buffaloes, hippos, and various antelope species.
In the afternoon, embark on a serene boat cruise on Lake Mburo, where you can spot hippos, crocodiles, and a rich variety of water birds along the shoreline.
After dinner, head out for a special night game drive — a thrilling experience to encounter nocturnal creatures like leopards, bush babies, and hyenas. Accommodation at Rwakobo Rock or similar.

Main Destination:

Lake Mburo National Park

Accommodation:

Rwakobo Rock Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Lake Mburo NP

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Return to Entebbe via the Equator Line

After a leisurely breakfast, check out and begin your return journey to Entebbe. Along the way, make a memorable stop at the Equator Line near Kayabwe, where you can witness a demonstration of the Coriolis effect and take iconic photos straddling the Northern and Southern Hemispheres.
Continue to Entebbe, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport in time for your outbound flight. End of Tour.

Main Destination:

Entebbe (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.